[wendyhughes30]

I have a 1992 honda accord lx I just replaced the distributor now it cranks but won't start. What could it be with the key in the 2 position the cel comes on for 2 seconds clicks as it turns off.

[TxGreaseMonkey]

If the CEL comes on for 2 seconds and then goes out, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II), then the problem is likely with the distributor. Over 50% of new aftermarket distributors for Hondas don't work at AMHD. The remaining ones are usually problematic and unreliable. Therefore, I suggest you exhange your distributor for another, provided it's under warranty. Better yet, install a genuine Honda distributor housing, where it's fine to install an aftermarket igniter and coil to keep the cost down.

[wendyhughes30]

It's a genuine Honda distributor, I will Exchange it for another one, I have warranty on it, could it be the main relay or the ecm? Thank you if this doesn't work replacing the distributor again please help.

[TxGreaseMonkey]

I'm sure the distributor is fine, since it's a genuine Honda--good job. Was it a complete distributor with a new Ignition Control Module, coil, rotor, and distributor cap?

. Can you hear the fuel pump run for 2 seconds, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II)?

. Check all under dash and under hood fuses with a test light or multimeter.

. If the CEL comes on and goes off normally, the ECM is likely fine.

. Did you make index marks on the distributor and distributor mount, before installing the new distributor? If not, the timing may be retarded too much. In this case, simply loosen the 3 distributor mounting bolts and rotate the distributor slightly counter-clockwise (CCW).

[wendyhughes30]

Thank you so much, its fixed turned it counter clockwise worked, and its running.

[TxGreaseMonkey]

Now, you want to use a timing light to adjust the timing:

Honda Ignition Timing Adjustment

1. Start the engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.

2. Adjust “Final Idle Speed” to 700 rpm, using the idle speed adjustment procedures above.

3. Turn off engine and all electrical systems.

4. Jump the Service Check Connector (SCC) with a paper clip.

5. Connect positive inductive timing light lead to the positive battery terminal.

6. Connect negative inductive timing light lead to engine ground.

7. Connect inductive timing light lead to the No. 1 spark plug wire.

8. Start engine.

9. Using the timing light, rotate the distributor, after loosening the three 12 mm mounting bolts, until timing is set to 16 degrees BTDC* on the crankshaft pulley. 16 degrees BTDC should be the middle of the three clustered hash marks on the pulley. Align middle hash mark on pulley with pointer above. You may want to take chalk or yellow paint and highlight the hash mark first. Get the timing specs for your 1992 Accord LX.

10. Button everything up.

11. Remove the BACKUP fuse for 10 seconds, in order to reset the computer. Record any radio codes first.