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Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
01-04-2012, 08:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 435
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Icon2 Delayed cranking when cold

I'd like to get your opinions on a problem that I've been experiencing.

The engine is a D15B7.

When it is cold, there is a very long delay between when the key is turned to START, and when the...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
08-24-2011, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 524
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: A/C pipe connections

Yes, but the R134a will escape rapidly through the leak - and I will probably resort to that, but I was looking for a more elegant solution.

Should I replace the drier *again* because the system...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
08-23-2011, 03:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 524
Posted By Sonia's Driver

A/C pipe connections

So, I'm nearing the end of the A/C rebuild, and I can't seem to get the system to hold a vacuum. I can get it up to 25inHg of vacuum with my pump now, but when I close the valve, it leaks back down...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
08-19-2011, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,270
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: ignition timing question on D15b

Correct.
OP was concerned: " i think its off a tooth "

I was detailing how to check that. If a poor procedure was used during the previous timing belt change, it may very well be off by a tooth...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
08-18-2011, 08:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,270
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: ignition timing question on D15b

First: are you sure that you're using the correct timing mark?

If you think the timing is off, verify by lining up the TDC mark on the crank with the two gunsights on the timing belt cover....
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-22-2011, 02:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,058
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: A/C System Flush - which fluid to use?

I'm replacing the expansion valve and the receiver/drier, so that's taken care of. In addition to flushing, I will replace all of the o-rings.

Why were you dissatisfied with your conversion? Did...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-22-2011, 11:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,058
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: A/C System Flush - which fluid to use?

Indeed, I do know how it came to be illegal in the US.

The United States ratified the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer on September 16, 1987. This committed the US to...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-22-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,058
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Icon3 Re: A/C System Flush - which fluid to use?

[QUOTE=DSMAddicted;45694800]...have you looked into ES-12a? It's legal, compatible with all R134 systems and much more efficient:
QUOTE]

Holy crap. ES-12a / HC-12a is a mixture of propane and...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-22-2011, 06:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 26,058
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Icon2 A/C System Flush - which fluid to use?

I need to do a flush of the A/C system ('93 del Sol) in preparation for the installation of the replacement components and charge of the system. I am going to rent the air powered flushing device...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-18-2011, 09:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,404
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: '93 del Sol - A/C - Pressure Switch Question

Let me restate my questions in simpler terms:

For the refrigerant pressure switch, (p/n: 80440-SM4-003; SWITCH, AIR CONDITIONING (DUAL) (FUJI)), which was installed in the '93 del Sol, '92-93...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
07-18-2011, 04:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,404
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Icon2 '93 del Sol - A/C - Pressure Switch Question

I am repairing the A/C in the del Sol.
I'm replacing the compressor, receiver/drier, expansion valve, and o-rings. Also recharging w/ R-134a rather than the OEM R-12. The system will be flushed in...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
06-02-2011, 08:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,054
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: overheating while at idle

Please don't just throw parts at it - troubleshoot!

You can take out the thermostat, put it in a pan of water with an thermometer, and observe the temperature at which it opens. This will rule out...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
06-02-2011, 08:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,031
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: weird A/C problem

The receiver/drier should have been replaced when the compressor was replaced. The system also should have been dried with Nitrogen and evacuated before recharging.

If the fan is turning on...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
06-02-2011, 07:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,519
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: water boiling from reservoir

What is your coolant temperature gauge indicating?
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-24-2011, 07:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,024
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: car wont start

Dude, we gave you a whole bunch of things to check that could possibly be an issue.
Did you check any of them? If you don't add more info, we can't narrow down the list of possible causes.

Please...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-24-2011, 07:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,537
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: detonation causes

Why are you so certain that the sound is being caused by the engine? If you are able to rev it in neutral and it sounds fine, I would really suspect that the sound is coming from somewhere else.
...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-18-2011, 05:14 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 11,725
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: Replacing Del Sol Antenna

It's very simple.

The cheapest solution is to get a replacement one from crutchfield - if you're OK with a stock look. Just unplug the cable from the back of the antenna unit and replace. You...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-13-2011, 10:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,024
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: car wont start

If it clicks, I would rule out the clutch interlock.

I think that your most likely problem is your battery. Have you tried a jump start? If that doesn't work, try jump starting with your battery...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-13-2011, 07:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,049
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: hard to get started, but only when warm

There is no way this is happening without you getting at least one code. What's the ECU telling you? https://honda-tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1901557

I'm glad that you don't want to just...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-13-2011, 06:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,024
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: car wont start

Don't assume that the battery is "fine" just because you got it charged at some point in the past. You'll need to measure the battery voltage when the ignition is at "off", "on", and "start" to...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-13-2011, 03:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: Hi Folks 94 del sol

BTW, I love the ride height of the del Sol. It's really low, but it still has oodles of ground clearance. That said, the suspension *is* pretty soft for a sporty convertible.

I guess what I'm...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-13-2011, 03:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,006
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: Hi Folks 94 del sol

Do all the regular maintenance: Tune up, valve clearance adjustment, change all the filters on schedule, change engine and tranny oil regularly, rotate the tires/keep at the right pressure, and...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-09-2011, 08:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,355
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: 1992 Honda Civic - Thrown Rod

That is a true testament to how much abuse a Honda engine can take before it dies for good. That engine might have been worth fixing before you killed it. Now it's dead.

Perhaps you should...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-06-2011, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,016
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: B16 del Sol started fine and died after sitting for awhile, fuel issue?

There are three sensors in the distributor that determine the position of the crank. They are connected directly to the ECU.

BLK/YEL wire is 12v when the ignition is on.
You need to get a wiring...
Forum: Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000)
05-06-2011, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,434
Posted By Sonia's Driver

Re: timing question

If you think that your mechanical timing is off, one of the easiest checks to do is a compression test. Also, make sure you got the right belt. The more difficult but better thing to do is to reset...
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