Blackknight103

Hey guys. I have a 95 hatchback that is having starting issues when it is cold out (between 20 and 30 degrees F). I have had the car when the weather has been decent and it would start fine but now that we are getting into the colder temperatures, the engine is having a harder and harder time starting. It wont start on the first try like it does when its warm out but rather I will have to keep cranking it and once it does start I have to keep on the gas to keep the engine going or it will stall itself.

Also, during the time I am trying to figure this out, would it be a bad idea to use a portable heater fan to heat my block or am I risking cracking the block from the rapid temperature change from cold to hot?

Former User

Any CEL codes?

How old are the plugs, wires, cap, and rotor?

Have you tried cleaning the IACV and FITV?

Blackknight103

I do have a CEL up but I havnt found anyone that has a scanner to read OBD1. My local autozone doesnt work with OBD1 and my local Honda dealer charges a ridiculous amount to just plug in their tablet and get the code.

Plugs are new, wires cap and rotor are all original parts as far as I know.

I will attempt to clean the 2 valves you mentioned and get back to you. Thanks

Former User

You don't use or need a scanner to read OBD1 CEL codes, just a short piece of wire or a paperclip. Click the CEL sticky at the top.

Blackknight103

Oh this helps. Alright cool. Ill do this when I have time also. Thanks

Any other suggestions?

Scott333

I have the same problem some one was sayin some thing about a cool start injector or some thing dose any one know what Im talkin about