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    May 28, 2011, 04:35 AM
    1990 honda civic code 14 car won't start
    Car won't fire at all. Code 14. Sound like engine jumped timing but belt is fine and tight.
    Main relay working fine.
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    May 28, 2011, 06:51 AM

    Perform tests in the link below:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post229012

    Code 14 is a problem with the Idle Air Control Valve (IACV). Before replacing it, try cleaning:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...ml#post1054149

    If the CEL comes on and goes off after 2 seconds, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II), the problem is distributor related. Usually, replacing the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil solves the problem:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post265896
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    May 28, 2011, 01:38 PM
    Already did that. Usually it will at least sputter when IACV is dirty.
    Not the solution.
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