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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 03:58 PM
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Default Need help...VTEC not engaging

What happened: Got the car back from the mechanic, my clutch, flywheel and master cylinder were installed. After, I decided to install MSD Wires... Unfortunately I have no cover for the spark plug wires, so it looks like an LS engine style.

When I went to finally launch my car today...I couldnt hit VTEC. Turns out my wires came out and I was only firing 2 cylinders

I was throwing a check engine light, so I plugged them back in and headed home. I threw on my orig. wires, made sure the firing order was right, and turned it on. Bam. NO light.

I went out, tested it...no VTEC. Checked my oil, saw it was low, so I filled it up 2 quarts and now its more than plentiful. Went out, tested it, no VTEC.

What could my problem be? Could i have fried my ECU? Solenoid? Is my car gona die hehe please help out guys!
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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 06:01 PM
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Default Re: Need help...VTEC not engaging (94BlackCivicEX)

Well I would check and make sure your vtec switch on the solenoid didn't get broken. Also check your solenoid and make sure u get a ohm reading within spec. And finally check your wiring to and from your vtec solenoid to your harness or ECU.
Good luck.
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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 09:49 PM
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Does the light come on when VTEC should engage? Which code is the ECU throwing?
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Old Jul 4, 2003 | 10:20 PM
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Any louder than usual valve clatter?

If so, not a good sign by any means.
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