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civicb16
Jun 7, 2010, 03:55 AM
Hi I have a 1997 civic coupe with a b16 swap which keeps losing fire. I have tried everything I can think of to get it going and still won't go. I can get in the car and sometimes it will start take it for a drive when I get back and shut it off and won't start again can anyone help me with my problem

TxGreaseMonkey
Jun 7, 2010, 05:42 AM
Replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-hondas-selected-other-vehicles-46563-4.html#post265896

civicb16
Jun 7, 2010, 05:55 AM
I already did and still nothing

TxGreaseMonkey
Jun 7, 2010, 05:59 AM
An internal distributor sensor may be breaking down. The next step is to install a genuine Honda housing, reusing your new ICM and coil. Over 50% of new aftermarket distributors for Hondas have not worked at AMHD.

civicb16
Jun 7, 2010, 06:01 AM
That is what I did. Could it be a ground problem of something in that nature

TxGreaseMonkey
Jun 7, 2010, 06:26 AM
Ensure you applied a light even coat of heat transfer compound to the back of the new ICM.

Does the CEL stay on when the car does not start?