[farfellow]

Hi!
I replaced the distributor on my 95 Honda Civic 3x because of module problem. I just want to know what can trigger the module to stop sending signals to ignite the engine because I want to repair that instead of buying replacements all the time. Any takers?

Cheers!
Cris

[TxGreaseMonkey]

Yes. Heat can trigger failure. Are you applying a thin, even coat of heat transfer compound to the back of the new Ignition Control Module?

[farfellow]

No I didn't know about the heat compound... everyone I know says its those market distributors that fail... Thank you for your answer... I will try that when I get my new distributer tomorrow.

Cheers!

[TxGreaseMonkey]

If you are going to install a new distributor, only buy a genuine Honda distributor. Over 50% of new aftermarket distributors for Hondas have not worked at AMHD. If you want to save money, buy a genuine Honda distributor housing and install an aftermarket Ignition Control Module (apply heat transfer compound to the back) and coil.

[TxGreaseMonkey]

These links may help:

https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896

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

[farfellow]

Weirdest thing... I went out to check my car and I turned the ignition on and it started... a bit choppy but it started! I haven't installed the new distributor yet... I don't know what I'm up against... help!

[farfellow]

Main Relay? Bad coil? The module?

[farfellow]

UPDATE: Still haven't changed my distributer and my car is still running from the 2nd replacement... it's almost 3 weeks. I've put dielectic grease in the module housing to keep heat away... thank you TXgrease monkey!

[TxGreaseMonkey]

You don't want to use dielectric grease. Instead, you want to use a thin, even coat of silicone heat transfer compound on the back of the Ignition Control Module.

[farfellow]

What! Girl from Lordco told me it's the same thing! Okay... guess there is a difference... thank you.