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Acura RSX base model will not start only cranks

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#1 ·
I have a 2002 base model acura rsx automatic and the rsx will not start
It has spark and fuel
It is the k20a3
I just replaced the engine in the last one was bad and everything is right I would think but it does not start
I have the factory fsm
What could be the issue?
 
#3 ·
It could be a kill switch or something you wired up to the ignition. Check all your plugs and connections.

Fuel + spark + compression = fire. If you are sure it's getting fuel and spark, are you sure the compression is good?

Does it sound like it is trying to start, or just turning over and over?
 
#4 ·
I have a friend who just had this issue. His was because of the Key. He wasnt using the OEM key so it didnt work for him. The car would turn on and you would hear the flywheel spin but it wouldnt crank. Also (slightly more random and probably not the problem) try turning off cruise control. I've seen an RSX not start just because CC was on. It was weird but hey hopefully one of these things helps and its a cheap fix!
 
#5 ·
No it is all stock it just turns, it has spark and fuel no ecu codes or I have a crapy scanner tool @ thewra6it
That is a good idea I guess I would go about disconnecting the cruise control and removing the fuse then give it a try I've tried and gone over just about everything I can think of. @Enishi26
 
#9 ·
I got it to turn over there was a few fuses blown that I looked at before I tried starting it. But now the rsx has another problem that being that it is in the 1 position with the key off or out of the ignition so the lights stay on the red key circle, also the foglights button and the dash is dim with the head lights on. I'm guessing it is the wiring harness because I had to put it together after a thief came and cut the harness and stole a few bolts from me. If it is something else that could be the issue let me know I'm going to figure out the wiring diagram tonight.