Mechanic replaced my old throttle body with a lightly used throttle body. ALso installed a new O2 sensor. ECU is still throwing an error 7 & 15 and the car continues to stall at lights and sputter in 1st & 2nd gear. Runs great on the highway and around town but when you stop you got to keep the motor rev'd up to keep it from stalling. Mechanic said the throttle body tested good and should of solved my stalling problem. It appears to be similiar to some of the problems I've read here and I'm wondering if anyone can point me in the right direction for troubleshooting. Thanks!

poohpotta

I reset the ECU and verified the codes cleared. I went to take the Civic up to have it tested this morning and no sooner got down the road and it died on me. I pulled off on a side road and tried to drive in first gear and the car would bog down and die. I finally had to let it sit for a few moments and then it started up and ran fine, I drove it back home in second gear though in fear of the thing quiting on me in low RPM's. I check the ECU and now it flashes 5 (MAP Sensor) and 16 (Fuel Injector). Now more error code 15, very strange. Any ideas?

poohpotta

I broke down and bought the ICM, new rotor, cap, plugs and wires. Had the coil tested and it was good. Replaced everything and the ECU is now only throwing an error 5 (MAP). Going to run out to junk yard a pull a few of some civics before sheling out the $280 for a new one!

poohpotta

Allright, replaced the MAP sensor with a used one, also replaced the fuel filter and filled up with 93. Poured some Gumout High Mileage Fuel Treatment in the tank. No more errors and she passed emissions this morning! The thing is running great, thanks txgreasemonkey! You saved me tons of $$$ with your write-up and assitance. If your ever in Nashville, let me know ahead of time because I atleast owe you dinner!

txgreasemonkey

Congratulations! Glad to have been of assistance. Yes, new MAP Sensors are ridiculously expensive. Your Civic should be in great shape now. My objective is "like new" performance for 350,000 miles on my 1993 Civic. Hint: Using synthetic 5W-30 engine oil and synthetic 5W-30 sychromesh manual transmission fluid is a key part of my "game plan."

poohpotta

With 208,000, should I be concerned on switching to synthetic this late in the game? Will it cause any issues switching to Synthetic now?

txgreasemonkey

If your engine and transmission are in good shape, not leaking, and not using oil, you should have no problem. Take the oil filler cap off and, using your finger, check for any varnish and sludge buildup on the underside of the valve cover. If you have a problem, you may want to Auto-Rx your engine first, using conventional oil. Go online and research this excellent ester-based product that does a great job of safely cleaning engines. After Auto-Rxing your engine, or if your engine doesn't need it, start using synthetic lubricants.

You use synthetics for superior performance and for preventing the big unexpected repair bill. Change engine oil and filter every 6,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first. The higher natural detergency of synthetics will help your engine or transmission stay cleaner. Synthetics also help your engine to run cooler, get better gas mileage, increase horsepower, run better in cold and hot temperatures, last longer, and help save your battery and starter motor through easier starting. If you change it yourself and follow the recommended change interval, it costs no more than conventional oil. Synthetics offer a "margin of safety" you need in life.