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    Mar 31, 2010, 09:59 AM
    Honda Civic DX 1995 high idle problems
    Hi,

    I'm about at my wits end with this car. A problem that I'm having even after it was worked on is that when it cranks it's idling high, but when I go to restart it again after taking a short trip - it won't start. The car was taken to a mechanic with this problem and it was fixed initially and ran fine for a few days, but now it's like it was never fixed in the first place.

    Codes were checked, not getting any which I think is strange.

    Things that were fixed/replaced (some might not be related to problem):

    02 sensor
    Exhaust manifold/gasket
    Speed sensor
    Vtech switch
    Vtec gaskets
    RT axle
    Distributor O ring
    Coolant Temperature Sensor
    Top and Bottom Radiator hoses
    Radiator Cap


    Is there anything that was overlooked? Appreciate any help/suggestions.

    Oh if it helps it's an automatic.
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    Mar 31, 2010, 11:41 AM

    . If the Check Engine Light comes on and goes off after two seconds, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II), replace the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil:

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

    . Remove the 7.5A Back Up fuse, located in the under hood fuse box, for 10 seconds, to clear any codes and reset the ECM.

    . Adjust idle speed to 700 rpm.
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    Apr 1, 2010, 11:49 AM

    Thanks for the help. Going to have it worked on this weekend.

    Adjust idle speed to 700 rpm.
    I'm not sure about this part. Does it have to do with the way to press the gas pedal?
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    Apr 1, 2010, 01:02 PM

    No. The throttle cable can be adjusted, if necessary.
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