1990 Honda Civic - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

firing order is 1-3-4-2 counter clockwise around distributer, but i would make sure the cam didnt slip after checking the firing order.if the cam slipped it will cause the same problem

The brake light switch under the dash is compressed by the brake pedal when not in use, that should be the issue. You can check the voltage at the switch next to the brake pedal to verify voltage.

I think you could use this manual method instead.. My nephew used it to repair my car and it's perfectly fine now. Here's the website he bought it from. www.reliable-store.com

Start with the fuel filter. The can clog up...Pressure is there, just not the volume.

The lock pin is sticking in the shifter.

If you have rubber return hose, Pinch it closed with a pair of pliers. If it starts, replace the regulator. Usually when they go bad you can pull the vacuum line off it and smell gas. A fuel pressure gauge is the best tool to check it with.

Might be the fuel pump on the way out..

first have to solve the problem the check engine light will tell you what's wrong by diagnosing the problem have to get the trouble code and find what causing it google.com has few guys posted how to diagnose this and find the source of the problem. might be concern on gas fuel filter clogged, or injector are also clogged,

Normally a screw in handle and window winder handle if fitted then u pop it offl screw drive r pinch out the panel

Hello James, It sounds to me that the gasoline pick up tube has come off of the electric fuel pump. The tube should reach to the bottom of the tank.

Could be coil or ignition module starting to fail

Have you checked the fuel pressure?

I use a paint marker to mark the belt and gears. then when I have the belt off I transfer the marks to the new belt. That way there is no mistake and getting it off one tooth. And you dont have to worry about trying to line up marks on the cases and head. Just make sure you know which mark is the one for the cam and which direction the belt is facing.(put an arrow for the direction of rotation).
Also replace the waterpump and the tensioner pully while you are in there.(saves you from doing it again if one of those go out)
Hope this helps
(:DK

If you are just doing a drain and fill.It will hold about 3-3.5

if your car turn over and it sound like it want to start then i think it is your ignition coil so got car scrap yard get another that is your vehicle and put it in.

Starter may be going bad or a bad cable to starter

U got a busted headlight and needs to replace! Problem on ventilation housing! There are solenoid and linkages that opens and closes the cover of the a/c heater housing, and its not working! U have to go to ur garage mechanic to fix it up! Hope that might help u out! taaah!

had a few issues with the temperature sensor that caused this type of problem,also check the temperature driving.
Does it heat up to mid gauge or does it stay low or drop when driving.Thermostats sticking open also cause idle issues in Honda range.
Remove the spark plugs and let me know what color the tips are;sooted up or clean.
Is this the EFI injected model or one of the carby models as the above suggestions affect the EFI,but temperature is important to all?
I hope this helps you or get back to me with your findings.

can you hear the starter engaging?

valve cover gasket maybe take a look