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Old Jul 21, 2004 | 07:19 AM
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Default CEL Misfires when cold....

'98 Civic, LX, stock (daily driver).

Misfires cylinders #1, #4 when cold (occasional mornings, never during the day)... Goes away as soon as engine is warmed up...

I am thinking possible condensation between contact points in ignition wires-cap and to plugs? any other ideas?
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Old Jul 21, 2004 | 08:37 AM
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Default Re: CEL Misfires when cold.... (teg92)

Plug wires or distributor cap, when the insulation is starting to break down, it can do this first when it's cold & damp. Look for arcing by starting it up before dawn, with all the lights turned off.

I suppose eventually it'll get bad enough to misfire all the time.
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Old Jul 22, 2004 | 07:35 AM
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Default Re: CEL Misfires when cold.... (teg92)

With the engine running, pop the hood and mist the engine with spary bottle of water. Arcs should be visible if there's a problem. Works best with amonia water.
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