97 2.5 TL starting troubles

shy · Newbie Joined: Apr 23, 2004 Posts: 6

I own a 1997 2.5 TL. About a month ago I was unable to start my car after repeated attempts. I tried to jumpstart it with booster cables, but no luck. After waiting about 6 hrs. later the car started with no problem. I recognized a pattern that after several hours of rain I would experience difficulty with starting the car. Then several hrs. after the rain stops the car starts with no problems. What is causing my starting troubles?

AcuraImport · Site Admin Joined: Mar 11, 2003 Posts: 422

MAIN RELAY, I just thought I'd throw it out there one more time.
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shy · Newbie Joined: Apr 23, 2004 Posts: 6

Is the main relay located where an amateur could change it or must I take it to my mechanic?

AcuraImport · Site Admin Joined: Mar 11, 2003 Posts: 422

it's as easy as changing a fuse, as a matter of fact its located right next to the under dash fuse box. It has a grey cover with a maroon connector. However, that isn't to say what is wrong with your car. I just said it because its such a common problem that causes symptoms like you described.
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shy · Newbie Joined: Apr 23, 2004 Posts: 6

Thanks 4 the suggestion. The first thing I tried though, was to change the spark plugs since I have never changed them. After putting in new plugs it started right up, in the rain even.