No spark until I turn key off

Asked by Christopher Apr 15, 2018 at 12:36 AM about the 1994 Honda Accord Coupe LX

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

New ignition new coil new plugs and
wires new distributor new main relay
only get spark when I turn the car in the
off
position!HHHHHHHEEEEELLLLPPPP
please this is driving ME crazy

1 Answer

The mechanic or technician must have a template in order to properly align the starter ignition switch to engage and "spark" and ignite the starter at the START POSITION LABEL, ie, past ACC OFF ON START. These are precise vertical & horizontal measurements --- or lines from a center -- hence the template. Any locksmith or better a car mechanic can make such an adjustment in under 5 mins. BUT you don't indicate whether you replaced and reinstalled all the parts you mentioned. Whatever the case, since this is central to the key starting the car at a specific position, you may want to visit a mechanic. Hope this is useful and correct info.

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