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    Jul 20, 2012, 04:08 PM
    1989 honda civic lx 1.5 liter won't start
    My honda has park I can hear my fuel pump turn on the engine cranks over and will not start
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    Jul 20, 2012, 04:45 PM
    Focus on the distributor, if the CEL comes on for 2 seconds and then goes out, when the ignition switch is turned to ON (Position II). Usually, replacing the Ignition Control Module (ICM) and coil solves the problem. Apply silicone heat transfer grease to the back of the new ICM.
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