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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:08 AM
    92 civc turns-over no start
    Car running fine day before. Absolutely no issues,went to start next morning no start.
    Went to check spark with my spark testor and found three of the four spark plug tubes half full with oil. Took valve cover off replaced tube seals. Thinking this may be shorting out plugs I thought that was it. After numerous ckecks found on grease monkeys post I still have no spark. PLEASE! Someone help
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:14 AM

    Replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:33 AM

    Took ICM & coil to auto zone both tested good.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:35 AM

    If you have faith in those results, which I don't, the next step is to replace the distributor housing. I only recommend using a genuine Honda housing. All of this presupposes that your CEL does not just stay on.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:37 AM

    Do you think the oil had anything to do with it or was it just a coincidence.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:39 AM

    If your spark plugs and spark plug wires are in good shape, it's likely coincidental.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:41 AM
    To keep the cost down, you may want to call your local salvage yard and see if they have a complete Honda distributor from a relatively low mileage Civic.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:47 AM

    They want over 100$ for those two parts that's why I was reluctant too change them since they said they were good I'm going to take your advise and check salvage yards. Thanks again
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:50 AM

    Thanks. Another member just picked one up for $55.
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    Jan 16, 2010, 09:53 AM

    Here's how to replace the distributor:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post288473
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