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If your engine won't start, jump starting – Acura 2001 Integra Hatchback - Owner's Manual User Manual

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If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting

The Starter Operates Normally

In this case, the starter motor's
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting

procedure? Refer to

Starting the

Engine on page

137

.

Do you have fuel? Turn the
ignition switch to ON (II) for a
minute and watch the fuel gauge.

The low fuel level warning light

may not be working, so you were
not reminded to fill the tank.

There may be an electrical

problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses

(see page

243

).

If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See

Emergency

Towing on page

248

.

Jump Starting

If your car's battery has run down,

you may be able to start the engine
by using a booster battery. Although
this seems like a simple procedure,
you should take several precautions.

You cannot start an Acura with an

automatic transmission by pushing
or pulling it.

CONTINUED

Taking Care of the Unexpected

A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,

and smoking materials away
from the battery.

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