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    scooter707 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 14, 2009, 04:28 PM
    88 honda civic won't stay running
    I have an 1988 honda civic. When I start the car it will run until engine get hot(about 15 mins) then it shuts off. Will not start again until car cools off. What could be the problem?
    I've spent so time trying to figure out the problem. I've checked the coil and the ingintor what else shoild I checked
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    Sep 14, 2009, 04:58 PM

    Install a new Ignition Control Module and coil and your problem will likely be solved. Bench testing these components is NOT reliable.
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    Sep 14, 2009, 05:45 PM
    Ty for your answer however after posting question I found out it's the pistons I need new engine
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