Honda Experts,
Where can I find a good basic/overview troubleshooting chart for my car?
I have a 97 Civic LX, with 220,000 miles. Yesterday it wouldn't start. It does turn over normally. I was getting ready to leave work, 6pm. The car started, backed up 5 feet, then died, and wouldn't start again.
I have the 96-2000 service manual, but I can't find the basic troubleshooting. It goes into detail on troubleshooting many parts; VTEC troubleshooting, PGM-FI troubleshooting, etc, but doesn't seem to have an overview, a starting point for the troubleshooting.
I'm wondering; should I start with buying a code reader? If so, do you have experience with a particular one? I'd much prefer a low-cost one. I see some OBD-II readers on Amazon for $40.
Then, where to start troubleshooting? Such as: disconnect fuel line, turn over motor, see if gas squirts out, etc. Where can I find good troubleshooting instructions for a Civic?
Thank you, Bill