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96 F3 - No spark - Need Help ! - 9/12/2006 12:24:52 AM

Yammieboy

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Hi everyone,
I'm having a no spark problem with my 96 F3.
I was at the track last weekend and the engine just cut out exiting a turn.
I initially suspected the voltage regulator/weak battery since the connection looked a bit melted, however I put the battery on the tender, got it to full charge and still no spark. It shows about 12.4 Volts under no load and about 11.5 when cranking so I don't think that's a problem. None of the 4 cylinders are getting spark, so would it be right to think coils are unlikely(as in both failed at the same time)?
Are there any typical weak spots in the F3 ignition that would be the likely culprits to look at first?
Also, I'm not very familiar with diagnosing electrical systems so any tips you can provide are really appreciated.
Thanks,
Juan

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RE: 96 F3 - No spark - Need Help ! - 9/12/2006 2:19:54 AM

zerochickenstrips

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Its highly doubtful that both coils went bad at the same time. Check your pickup coil wire connector, it could have vibrated loose. Also, make sure that your engine kill switch is operating correctly. Hondas will turn over, but will not spark if the engine kill switch is turned to the off posisition and maybe that connector came loose. Make sure your coil wire lead connections to the main harness are good and lastly, ensure that your ECU connection is still tight and no wires are pulled out of the connection.

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RE: 96 F3 - No spark - Need Help ! - 9/12/2006 10:46:17 PM

Yammieboy

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hey, thanks ZeroChickenstrips...I was talking to a honda mechanic and he said the same thing about the kill switch, which I didnt realize. I'll have to check the things you mentioned.
thanks for replying !

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