Berge9798

I have a 1996 Honda civic ex. The problem that i am having is that it will die on me It starts up fine but if i let it idle or if i rev it up a little it will die on me. if i leave it idle it will stay running a good 45 sec and then die. My check engine light will come on but it is not bright like it normally is its dime. then if i go to start it back up is wont start right away. Any one have any idea???

wonder squirrel

Sounds like the fuel system needs to be checked.

What is the CEL code being shown?

Berge9798

I only have a snap on code reader at my house and it does not pick up code. i think thats why the check engine light is so dim. I was thinking that my fuel pump could be going but it starts up just fine. I am kinda thinking it could be distributor

wonder squirrel

Its possible it could be something as easy as a clogged fuel filter. You need to get the CEL code first and then go from there.

Berge9798

yeah i have replaced the fuel filter. but i need to get it hooked up to a bigger computer that can tell me whats wrong with it even if its not throwing a code

jordan_civic

hey mine was acting like this. Check the harness of the map sensor. There could be a short or something.

Berge9798

Ok i will try that thanks...