KYRGYZ

Hey guys,
I'm picking up 1996 Accord that was parked for last 4 years, I was going to drive it away yesterday but it didn't start.
Owner, who is my friend, told me he will replace the battery, which he did, didn't help.
Then he replaced fuel filter, fuel pump, spark plugs, filled with gas, double checked fuses. Still won't start.
Then he told me his uncle poured gas directly into the engine and car started just fine. Connected everything - it won't start.
Don't ask me what "pouring gas directly" means, you guys know more than me I know, it sounds like we are trying to start 1970 Accord or a lawn mower lol

I think it still needs more gas maybe? We can try that lol
What could be an issue? Any ideas?
I really want this thing to work since it is free
Car has 140 000 miles, 2.2 auto.

holmesnmanny

check for fuel using the dirty method

KYRGYZ

Thanks for your reply, but I don't understand what that means I tried googling it, still no idea

holmesnmanny

turn the ignition on without turning the car on, then turn it off, loosen the fuel bolt at the rail and see if fuel sprays as you hold a rag there to catch the fuel

KYRGYZ

Thanks
We will try it and if it doesn't help, we have to tow it to the nearest mechanic I guess to make sure it won't cost me $5000 to fix lol