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    mymariners Posts: 3, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 17, 2007, 10:30 AM
    90 honda accord brake makes motor run ruff
    I have a 1990 honda accord with a 2.2 motor with a auto trans. The car starts fine, but when I put my foot on the brake the tech jumps all over the place and the motor starts to run ruff... help please
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    Jun 17, 2007, 11:57 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by mymariners
    I have a 1990 honda accord with a 2.2 motor with a auto trans. the car starts fine ,, but when I put my foot on the brake the tech jumps all over the place and the motor starts to run ruff...... help please
    thanks
    Sounds like an idling concern;possible sensor failure.. tps, map, etc. when's the last time you replaced plugs and wires? Does the check engine light come on??
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    Jun 17, 2007, 12:02 PM
    The wires and plugs are new, yes the check light comes on,, it weird that it runs good until I step on the brake
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    Jun 17, 2007, 12:08 PM
    You need to replace the Ignition Control Module (igniter). Here's what it looks like and costs:

    Zip Code Entry at PartsAmerica.com

    This should give you a good explanation:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post260436

    It would be a good idea to replace the coil and rotor, while you have the distributor open. Here's how to do the job yourself:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896
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    Jun 17, 2007, 06:47 PM
    Could be a vacuum leak in the power brake booster. Have that checked out.
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