PDA

View Full Version : 96 Honda Civic keeps blinking.


Naspeare
Dec 9, 2008, 11:55 AM
Hello. I just inherited a '96 Civic with 75,000 miles. It drove great for a couple months and then it was in storage for a couple months. I went to start it and nothing happened except the hazard lights blinked slowly for a short while. I got a new battery and now when I open the door, the hazard lights blink slowly 15 times and then nothing. If I turn the key some of the panel ligths come on but nothing else, no turning of the starter either. Any clue? Thanks...

TxGreaseMonkey
Dec 9, 2008, 12:07 PM
. Push the hazard light button to make sure it's turned off.

. Fully charge the battery--I'm not sure how long ago the new battery was installed.

. Clean battery terminals and cable connections.

. Test all underhood and underdash fuses with a test light or multimeter:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-hondas-selected-other-vehicles-46563-3.html#post252145

. Check for codes.

. Check the ignition switch for wear, pitting, or melting:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-hondas-selected-other-vehicles-46563-2.html#post224652

If the problem persists, this link may help:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-trucks/faq-how-troubleshoot-repair-maintain-hondas-selected-other-vehicles-46563-3.html#post235560

Naspeare
Dec 9, 2008, 01:23 PM
Thanks very much. I'll check it all out...