engine cranks but won't start
#1
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engine cranks but won't start
2012 Acura TSX Tech
70,000 kms
It has happened in the past where I don't hold the key long enough to start - the 2nd time I hold it longer and it cranks but won't start. I wait 10 seconds and it works.
Today similar happened, however the 2nd time trying it would not start. I tried at least 5-7 times in a 5 min period and nothing. I left the car for 1 hour and came back. It started right away - however there was a lot of white smoke out of the tail pipe for 5 - 10 seconds. The car currently starts as per usual.
Any ideas?
Researching online points to immobilizer or fuel pump. Both seem too early to go on this age of a vehicle.
Side note: I used a multimeter to confirm both the battery and alternator are good.
Thx!
70,000 kms
It has happened in the past where I don't hold the key long enough to start - the 2nd time I hold it longer and it cranks but won't start. I wait 10 seconds and it works.
Today similar happened, however the 2nd time trying it would not start. I tried at least 5-7 times in a 5 min period and nothing. I left the car for 1 hour and came back. It started right away - however there was a lot of white smoke out of the tail pipe for 5 - 10 seconds. The car currently starts as per usual.
Any ideas?
Researching online points to immobilizer or fuel pump. Both seem too early to go on this age of a vehicle.
Side note: I used a multimeter to confirm both the battery and alternator are good.
Thx!
#2
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I can't reproduce it.. From what I have read it could have to do with the immobilizer. I know the dealer gave me a new key when I purchased it. I will try the valet key next time it doesn't start.
#3
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what all did you check using the multimeter? How did you determine your battery was good, because you got a reading? I'd still look into getting a new battery.
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