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    Feb 11, 2009, 01:35 PM
    Timing Belt?
    My 91 honda civic is not starting even with a new fuel pump! I thought that's what it was and I guess I was wrong, but I took the cover off my timing belt and the belt is loose not tight like it should be, could this be the reason its not starting? Help me!!
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    Feb 11, 2009, 01:46 PM

    Yes, it could. I would not try to start it because, if the belt has slipped, you risk damaging the valves and pistons. I would have it towed to Honda for repair. There's more to replacing timing belts than most people realize. The timing belt tensioner may be part of the problem.
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