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How to Replace Distributor 1996-98 Honda Civic
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Tools used
12mm Socket
Socket Extensions
Ratchet
1. Remove the distributor
Disconnect the wiring harness.
Remove the three 12 mm bolts.
Label your spark plug wires and the distributor cap so you can plug in the wires correctly.
Disconnect the spark plug wires.
2. Install the new distributor
Using your old distributor as reference, plug in the spark plug wires.
Make sure the rotor is lined up.
Mount the distributor and bolt it in with your socket and ratchet.
Plug in the wiring harness.
Brought to you by 1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Hi, I'm Don from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out and the next time you need a part for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
In this video, we show you how to replace the distributor on this 1998 Honda Civic with a 1.6 liter 4 cylinder engine. It's the same process on these Civics from 1997 to 1998. The only items you'll need for this is a new distributor from 1AAuto.com and a 12 millimeter socket and ratchet with an extension. Right here is the harness for your distributor. You want to disconnect that by pushing on the tab and pulling it apart. Then there's 1, 2, and 3 12 millimeter bolts holding in your distributor. We'll just fast-forward as Don removes these. Then once those are removed your distributor just pulls right out.
You'll want to label your plug wires, 1 through 4. Write it on the boot of the plug wire as well as on the distributor cap. This just helps you when you put your new on to make sure they go in the correct places. Once you've done that, you can disconnect each of your spark plug wires. Now using your old distributor as a reference you want to match up the spark plug wires to the right spots. Now to install your new distributor you want to make sure first, that the lines on that back circle are lined up with the center circle otherwise it won't feed in properly. You want to match up the teeth with that slot in there so just line that up. Make sure those lines stay lined up on the distributor, push it into place and replace those 3 12 millimeter bolts and tighten them up. Reconnect your harness and you're all set.
We hope this video helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Please feel free to call us toll free 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the internet and in person.
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Ricardo
September 30, 2017
The customer service is very helpful and greatly appreciated.
Item is easy to installed and fit very well.
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Trent
September 9, 2018
Worked great, fired right up. No issues. Perfect fit.
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Graham
November 25, 2018
bought this distributor for a fraction of the price I would have paid In Canada.
came to the door in a reasonable time frame considering it was an international order. no extra charges.
installed it in about 20 minutes, car runs great.
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eric
November 17, 2019
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Product came defective under the o- ring
Emari
February 11, 2021
My distributor that I bought came defective underneath the o ring. It is leaking oil onto my engIt is leaking oil all my engine. I need a replacement.
Fit 97 Honda Civic
Christy
October 16, 2022
Part was a perfict fit and easy to install.
Customer Q&A
Is this hitachi or TEC?June 5, 2021
Sarah S
10
This is a TEC distributor.
June 9, 2021
M N
Is there a replacement cap that fits this? I tried two I had that previously fit my 1997 Civic DX hatchback. I can't find one that fits snugly.July 6, 2021
MIKE A
10
Currently, we do not carry this part for your vehicle. We're always updating our inventory so please check back soon!
July 6, 2021
Ricale A
Has anyone had an issue with the plug coming of the distributor connecting to the car? I bought the Honda trq distributor for my 98 Honda Civic ex. Both plugs look correct but will not fully mate up. So Im wondering if there was trick or something I February 14, 2022
John D
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We haven't had any similar issues reported. We would be happy to take a further look. Please contact our customer service department at (888) 844-3393 with your order number and we will be happy to help.
February 14, 2022
Andra M
When you replace the distributor, do you need to reset the timing or make sure you turn it a certain way?July 16, 2022
John D
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Yes the engine needs to be at the top dead center position
July 16, 2022
Jose P
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