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Old June 19th 05, 09:28 PM
jim beam
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Genboy wrote:
> I have a 98 Civic LX (L4, PFI, SOHC 1.6L) with about 115k miles.
> Recently the malfunction lamp has been coming on. The Honda Dealer says
> the diagnostic suggests the distributor needs to be replaced. The cost
> is $305 for the part and $79 for the labor.
>
> Is this something I can replace myself? I'm handy, but not a mechanic
> -- I've worked on my old Corvair, old Malibu, done brake work,
> installed all my own audio equipment. But no real engine work and no
> real tools other than the basics (no timing light, etc).
>
> Also, what are the odds that this malfunction really requires just a
> new cap, or rotor, or other sub-part? And would I be able to tackle
> changing one of those by myself? I certainly have replaced a rotor cap
> before...but is there a gotcha waiting for me?
>
> Thanks!
>

it's easy enough to do, but i believe you need a timing light.

why replace the distributor? what's the code you're getting from the
obdc? [if you don't know how to read the code, go to a parts store &
get it read for free.]

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