I can get a 90 civic sedan for real cheap,well I got it but Its not running.

Car just cranks and cranks, no start.

Can someone give a good explanation on what to test or look at.Dont really wanna buy parts till im sure its whats gonna fix it.

Thanks,hopefully someone can help me get this car going.

 

start by checking for fuel and spark

 

check computer for codes

 

check timeing

 

So how would you suggest to check for fuel and spark?

Also how to check codes and timing?

In my lude I just pull a peice of carpet back and theres a blinking light.

Is there any online manuals for this car,I really need it?

 

Manuals: Autozone = Haynes, or look for a Helms manual. Some of the Helms manuals are available online, just search.

To check for codes, pull back carpet at floorboard at passenger's feet (front seat). You may get a couple, so count the blinks a couple times.

To check for spark, pull one plug out and lay it on the head. Make sure it won't damage anything. Have someone get in the driver's seat and turn the engine over.

OR

If you have a timing light, hook the cable clamp on a spark plug and have someone turn the engine over. Check for blinking light. Repeat on all wires. NOTE: This will only tell you if there is fire going TO the spark plug. It will NOT tell you if the spark plug is actually firing.

I think we need a little more information before we can REALLY help out...