Hi I'm currently having an issue with my 1990 Honda Accord. The car randomly shuts off causing the tachometer and speedometer not to work. A few times it could be restarted immediately, but it continued to shut off as I drove it home and it became increasingly hard to restart. This same issue took place almost 6 months ago but then went away on its own however it only happened the one time and this time it doesn't seem to be going away. I have no idea what it could be. I'm thinking either the speedo sensor or wiring from what I've searched on here. Has anyone else had this issue or know what's going on and can possibly tell me how to fix it? I would greatly appreciate any help. Thanks.

 

May be the ignition switch or something else. See these links to see what most closely matches your symptoms; but, kind of leaning toward ignition switch:

http://techauto.awardspace.com/ignitionswitch.html

http://techauto.awardspace.com/ignition.html

 

It turns over fine but doesn't have spark. Then randomly starts but not consistant. Took off the speed sensor and it started but then sometimes it will start and others there's nothing but the sound of it cranking over.

 

Oh also my car has a 2.2 liter 4 cylinder manual tranny.

 

Tech 8 thank you so much the second link you sent seems to be very helpful and I'll start walking down the list now

 

What are the signs of a bad igniter?


<------- NEC is a good known brand. If you don't have an NEC or HITACHI then that could be the problem.
1.
The tachometer quits abruptly or jerks around before stalling.

2.
Once the car warms up and the igniter gets hot then the car dies. Occasionally it'll start back up or when the car has to sit and cool then it'll repeat the same symptoms.

3.
For manual transmission, no spark, but when push start down hill, rpm won't shoot up.

4.
Engine cranks but RPM needle on the gauge won't show a hint of life. (Remember, you won't be able to see the differences. The movements are very hard to point out. This is reserved for the keen observer and those with an extra strong car battery.)

5.
No spark at the coil or No on/off voltage at the coil's (+, - ) terminals when cranking but find injectors pulsing or clicking. See section 4 of this page.

6.
OKI brand was used.

This is looking very likely

 

Some parts stores can test the igniter for free. So, you may want to pull it out and have it tested first before purchasing a new one.