I was changing out my cap, rotor, and spark plugs. OEM Honda of course.
I went to crank it and the engine wouldnt start.
Loud squealing then a popping noise...like from the cylinder misfiring.

1. Firing sequence is fine.
2. Connections on dist good.
3. Looked at starter..no missing teeth.

Any other ideas to check? Is this signs of a bad dist?

 

check ignition coil

 

timing might be off

 

Double check to see that the spark plugs are in the right order. Looking at the dist, it should be like this

34
12

It just sounds like the wires are misplaced

 

ok...thanks for the help..so far..

1. checked and replaced coil...same thing.
2. checked spark plug location...all good..

i havent checked my timing yet..

how do i check that if i cant crank the motor? do i look at the TDC on the cams and crank pulley?

 

bump...anyone?