I just did my del sol and the timing belt broke luckily everything was ok I put the new belt on the car starts up ok but it has little power and a leg on the throttle I adjusted everything just like you I didn't no we could use a timing light on a belt I thought it was just for timing chains I don't no why I thought that but thanks I think that will fix my problem
Just looking for a piece of wire/paper clip. Homeless as fuck, so I just got the timing light, after running it rich 4 days. My first Honda, and I gotta say, scored this car. 20000 miles on a $250 investment, I'm still under $1000 into this baby and she's impressed me thus far.
thank you bro, i have a problem on honda 2001 lxi my idle drops down when i press my clutch goes to neutral when i stop the idle turn back to normal, my friend said that i need to the timing. i really need to try this i hope this will work for my car, i have so many things done to stable that idle but no luck for me.
Just keep hunting for it. The main relay switch for example in my CR-V was under my glovebox, where as in Civics it's next to the fuse box on driver's side. It's there, but you'll have to find it. My first Honda, and everything is in the same spot for everything except inside the car. I have no idea why they did it this way.
Can a bad timing ignition cause the transmission to not shift into 4th or 3rd gear? I have to set it to 1 or 2 so it can run normal and then shift it to 3rd since it won't shift to 4th so basically is only shifting into 1 gear. swapped multiple tcu, solenoids, and transmission has been replaced. So im out of ideas?
Thanks, I wanted to know if you had any suggestions or could refer me to a video. Same 91 accord, I have to try three times before it starts on a cold morning. or if sitting over night. thank you
Hey Winston Buzon, great video, im a little confused umm i was wondering if your car is not turning on but is cranking could that be because you switch a icm or coil in there those would need timing?
Teggykid97 ! All you spark plugs in good condition or new? If you crank but not fire, it's a spark or a fuel issue. If you smell fuel after cranking, then it's not a fuel issue. I'm not a mechanic so...
Is there supposed to be some sort of plug in the little hole that you look into to see the flywheel marks when setting timing? I have F22Z6 honda prelude 98
My daughter's 2000 Honda Civic EX (D16Y8 engine), no mention of ignition timing number on the label sticker on car hood. I purchased it brand new & now gave her the car. Here are my questions, coming from a woman that know very little about cars. Now, I like replying and asking in simple questions: 1. I have a Timing Light Gun that I can turn the number (has dial number), what number do I turn or set it at? 2. I can see a total of 4 Lines on the Crankshaft Pulley: * * (RED) * * (White) 3. With the Green Plug shorted with a wire & letting the car ran to normal temperature. 4. Three 12mm Bolts on Distributor are loose. 5. Black Lead to Negative of Battery, Red Lead to Positive of Battery, Red Probe Lead opened/closed on Spark Plug #1 (right side) & Trigger on Timing Light pressed. 6. Do I turn the Timing Light Gun to 0 or 12 (I see no listing on 2000 Honda Civic EX with engine # D16Y8)? FYI (For your information): If I set the Dial on Zero (0), then the Red Line (Center of the three) in on Target with Site for the plastic cover of the Timing Belt. If I turn the Dial to Twelve (12), then the White Line (Line by itself on extreme right) is Center with those two Target sites. So I am confused with the bad instruction found /or they are not clear from the internet posting. Do I turn the Dial to 0 (Zero) and adjust for Red or White? or Do I turn the Dial to 12 (Twelve, not showing on her 2000's Civic) and adjust for Red? Winter gets very cold here and she has lost her jobs. Any advise or suggestion would be appreciated coming from Russia.
The timing gun I used for this video is a no-dial version. 1. Red on Positive terminal and Black on Negative terminal of battery, and the inductive probe for the spark plug wire goes to number 1 wire (the one closest to the cam gear). 2. Dial in at Zero (0) and set for White Without the instructions on the hood or the manual, this will prove to be difficult. This video will explain better on how to use the adjustable knob on your timing gun... How to set your timing
So you are saying to set my Timing Light Gun at 0. Adjust the Distributor, with three 12mm Bolts loose, to White marking on the Crankshaft Pulley. Then what does the Red mark line means and well as the marking on the left and right marking are used for?
Winston Buzon No, the RED marking line is on the Crankshaft Pulley. I see four total marking lines on 2000 Honda Civic. One is White on the right by itself. Then Red in the center while two lines are on the side of Red. I am sorry that I wasn't clear.
Adjusting the distributor will not effect air fuel ratio/rich lean conditions. It will however advance or retard the spark time resulting in what may feel similar to those conditions. Aside from that, info is solid
I would like to ask you a question. I have a 1992 Honda Prelude F22a. With the jumper wire in the service check connector. With a timing advance light, I can't get to 15 degrees, may be I get 5degrees at most , even with the distributor fully counter-clock wise. What could be the problem?. The car runs fine. but I think it is lacks of power in 2nd gear.
I have 2 questions. Do I leave the wire in place of ecu port till I turn off the car or while it’s running? Also can I use these Similar tactics on any dohc engine? I have a 1997 1.8 dohc Kia
What as bout this, When you adjust the distributor timing on your car is it ok to give it a rev to check throttle response before shutting off and removing jumper wire?
Is that a euro-r manifold? My timming was off so I had to adjust it,I jummped the blue connector start the car let it warm up to normal temp.I set it to 15 °+2° what the smog tech told me.I drove the car around for a while,and when I went back to check my trimming I notice it was off again.but when I jump the connector it sets itself back to what I set it to.is that normal?
Yes, it is the Euro-R manifold. For me, it was the wires to the MAP sensor that was giving me trouble and didn't even know it. Normal? I wouldn't think so once the timing is set. So double check the wiring. Are you using the 91 Accord harness?
I'm using the PCB that came with my swap... I kept everything as close to the original ECU and engine as possible. Your setup and mine are totally different since I'm OBD2A and I believe yours is an OBD1...
I took my distributor off without disconnecting the the spark plug cables just detached distributor from the head and put it back on. The only problem is the coupling on the distributor(or whatever it is called) turned by accident and now I don't how which way it came out. Does it matter whichever way I insert it back into head? Thanks!
Winston Buzon Thanks Winston. I just took a chance and put it back on and started the car. It seems it does not really matter because the car is running fine.
@@righty-tightybuilt548 then treat it like a swap. Remove battery terminals, remove the timing belt, manually turn pulley until #1 cylinder is TDC (top dead center), reinstall the belt, reinstall the battery terminals, and start it up. Then, adjust your timing
@@winstonbuzon yeah but my problem is I can't get the timing cover off. I don't have a crank pulley removal tool.. I called one shop there charging 370 bucks just to reset the timing and what sucks is I might just have to pay to get it done
Hey I have 97 prelude h22 and I changed my distributer fuel pump plugs and wires and a performance shop told me I didn't time my car could that be the only reason my car doesn't start sometimes ? I smell ges I'm pretty sure I flood it sometimes try a get started and a may cough and rumble a little until the timing belt squeaks and the car starts ?
would timing cause my f22a to smoke. it smokes a little white and has a has smell. But I did this and I don't know why. But I adj my timing with out using the jumper.
Jan-Ronel Recaño i removed my distributor and forgot tl mark it, it seemed to start fine but under acceleration it was hesitant, if you have it too far off you can detonate Because it could spark too early and too late will have almost no power
NotAsian i just replaced my distributor not knowing it would mess with the timing. I’m not a mechanic so I thought it would be a easy swap. The car starts fine and idles normal but after I did the swap I noticed that it felt like I lost a little bit of power when accelerating. Not to the point where it runs like shit but after driving it for almost 2 years I can tell something changed. Other than that it runs good. Is it bad if I wait about 2 weeks to fix the timing?
I got a del sol with original b16a2 and I never realized until recently that my dizzy is from a different model Honda. It’s a hitachi vs what I believe it came with USDM oem -TEC part #30100-P2T-004. I also noticed that the dizzy is pretty much fully retarded. However, the car seems to run and idle fine. Starts right up and never gives me any problems. Acceleration is decent and low to mid range power is decent as well for the little b16. I also hear the VTEC crossover @ 5600 but I feel like the vtec is lacking. My questions are; 1- i understand different model dizzy’s can technically work, but is it possible that it can affect things like vtec performance if it comes from a non vtec model? 2 - is it likely that because my dizzy is fully retarded the engine runs ok but maybe lacks performance in vtec due to little advanced timing? 3 - considering the retrofitted dizzy only has one bolt holding it on and oem replacements are pretty much nonexistent or crazy expensive, is there any aftermarket dizzys that are worth the $? New or reman? From what I’ve read the answer is no but wondering If any new options may have popped up. If I absolutely have to I’ll suck it up and buy a new one if I can find one or keep searching until I find a used a oem.
I always make it a habit that if theres a proper replacement for a particular part, replace it with that part. I know that sometimes being that our cars are older & parts for them are scarce, but if you want your ride to perform the way they should, keep them original and try not to put parts into cars that weren't made for them
Winston Buzon yeah I’m gonna keep looking for an oem dizzy but it’s not looking too good. What is your opinion on remanufactured distributors eg Rich Porter brand?
By loosening the bolts, you could turn the distributor little by little to adjust timing. Then, when the timing is set, tighten the bolts so that you don't lose its place
good walkthrough. nice to use a refresher, when you haven't had to set timing in a couple years.
Thanks a lot man,I really needed this and coincidentally with my h22a that I just swapped in.....also ,how’s your accord coming along
Roberto Nuno Got more vids coming soon :D
Awsome vid ill be waiting for the other one:)
I just did my del sol and the timing belt broke luckily everything was ok I put the new belt on the car starts up ok but it has little power and a leg on the throttle I adjusted everything just like you I didn't no we could use a timing light on a belt I thought it was just for timing chains I don't no why I thought that but thanks I think that will fix my problem
You done good son .thank you
Just looking for a piece of wire/paper clip. Homeless as fuck, so I just got the timing light, after running it rich 4 days. My first Honda, and I gotta say, scored this car. 20000 miles on a $250 investment, I'm still under $1000 into this baby and she's impressed me thus far.
thankyou so much for this video i appreciate your help man cheers
great video man thanks for the refresher course. i sub and liked the video
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thank you bro, i have a problem on honda 2001 lxi my idle drops down when i press my clutch goes to neutral when i stop the idle turn back to normal, my friend said that i need to the timing. i really need to try this i hope this will work for my car, i have so many things done to stable that idle but no luck for me.
Nicely done. Lets keep in touch buddy.
Where do I find that jump plug on my 2000 Honda Prelude? I’ve been looking for it but I just can’t find it to jump it and adjust my time
Just keep hunting for it. The main relay switch for example in my CR-V was under my glovebox, where as in Civics it's next to the fuse box on driver's side. It's there, but you'll have to find it. My first Honda, and everything is in the same spot for everything except inside the car. I have no idea why they did it this way.
Great video! Very helpful
very nice man thanks
You're welcome :)
thanks man
need a video on how to set the timing when it want start!!!!!
What if you didn't have a distributor and you have no idea where to start with the new distributor. There's two ways to set the fitting
very nice
Thank you!
Can a bad timing ignition cause the transmission to not shift into 4th or 3rd gear? I have to set it to 1 or 2 so it can run normal and then shift it to 3rd since it won't shift to 4th so basically is only shifting into 1 gear. swapped multiple tcu, solenoids, and transmission has been replaced. So im out of ideas?
Thanks alot. TIming fixed. 91 honda accord
That's awesome! :)
Thanks, I wanted to know if you had any suggestions or could refer me to a video. Same 91 accord, I have to try three times before it starts on a cold morning. or if sitting over night. thank you
Have you gotten that problem fixed?
Hey Winston Buzon, great video, im a little confused umm i was wondering if your car is not turning on but is cranking could that be because you switch a icm or coil in there those would need timing?
Teggykid97 ! All you spark plugs in good condition or new? If you crank but not fire, it's a spark or a fuel issue. If you smell fuel after cranking, then it's not a fuel issue. I'm not a mechanic so...
Winston Buzon yes spark plugs are used but in good condition, having trouble with the icm
Teggykid97 ! If you can find another ICM, replace it then try that first
Is there supposed to be some sort of plug in the little hole that you look into to see the flywheel marks when setting timing? I have F22Z6 honda prelude 98
Do you have to set the timing to TDC before setting it to the correct ignition timing?
dathao91 yes
My daughter's 2000 Honda Civic EX (D16Y8 engine), no mention of ignition timing number on the label sticker on car hood. I purchased it brand new & now gave her the car.
Here are my questions, coming from a woman that know very little about cars. Now, I like replying and asking in simple questions:
1. I have a Timing Light Gun that I can turn the number (has dial number), what number
do I turn or set it at?
2. I can see a total of 4 Lines on the Crankshaft Pulley:
* * (RED) * * (White)
3. With the Green Plug shorted with a wire & letting the car ran to normal temperature.
4. Three 12mm Bolts on Distributor are loose.
5. Black Lead to Negative of Battery, Red Lead to Positive of Battery, Red Probe Lead
opened/closed on Spark Plug #1 (right side) & Trigger on Timing Light pressed.
6. Do I turn the Timing Light Gun to 0 or 12 (I see no listing on 2000 Honda Civic EX
with engine # D16Y8)?
FYI (For your information):
If I set the Dial on Zero (0), then the Red Line (Center of the three) in on Target with Site for the plastic cover of the Timing Belt.
If I turn the Dial to Twelve (12), then the White Line (Line by itself on extreme right) is Center with those two Target sites.
So I am confused with the bad instruction found /or they are not clear from the internet posting.
Do I turn the Dial to 0 (Zero) and adjust for Red or White?
or
Do I turn the Dial to 12 (Twelve, not showing on her 2000's Civic) and adjust for Red?
Winter gets very cold here and she has lost her jobs.
Any advise or suggestion would be appreciated coming from Russia.
The timing gun I used for this video is a no-dial version.
1. Red on Positive terminal and Black on Negative terminal of battery, and the inductive probe for the spark plug wire goes to number 1 wire (the one closest to the cam gear).
2. Dial in at Zero (0) and set for White
Without the instructions on the hood or the manual, this will prove to be difficult.
This video will explain better on how to use the adjustable knob on your timing gun...
How to set your timing
So you are saying to set my Timing Light Gun at 0.
Adjust the Distributor, with three 12mm Bolts loose, to White marking on the Crankshaft Pulley.
Then what does the Red mark line means and well as the marking on the left and right marking are used for?
To be honest, I never had to use that red light (if it had one on my timing gun). Even my mechanic friend tells me he never had to use it either...
Winston Buzon No, the RED marking line is on the Crankshaft Pulley.
I see four total marking lines on 2000 Honda Civic.
One is White on the right by itself.
Then Red in the center while two lines are on the side of Red.
I am sorry that I wasn't clear.
In that case, try to keep the arrow between the two red lines but as close to the single white line as possible.
Adjusting the distributor will not effect air fuel ratio/rich lean conditions.
It will however advance or retard the spark time resulting in what may feel similar to those conditions. Aside from that, info is solid
I would like to ask you a question. I have a 1992 Honda Prelude F22a. With the jumper wire in the service check connector. With a timing advance light, I can't get to 15 degrees, may be I get 5degrees at most , even with the distributor fully counter-clock wise. What could be the problem?. The car runs fine. but I think it is lacks of power in 2nd gear.
Maybe try resetting cylinder 1 to TDC, and try again
Check if your timing light has an adjuster knob, if so set it to 0.
Says timing is everything but can't time the audio to fit the video at the end ;)
SIMPLE HUMAN Pausing the recording too many times, lol
haha I got you my dude, great vid. Will def be using this when I do a B swap!
SIMPLE HUMAN Nice! Good luck on your swap :)
I have 2 questions. Do I leave the wire in place of ecu port till I turn off the car or while it’s running? Also can I use these Similar tactics on any dohc engine? I have a 1997 1.8 dohc Kia
Not really familiar with the older KIAs. Sorry
What as bout this, When you adjust the distributor timing on your car is it ok to give it a rev to check throttle response before shutting off and removing jumper wire?
@@socksoffproductions6762 not necessary because the ideal rpm to adjust timing is at idle. Check the throttle response after timing adjustment
thanks chief
You're welcome :)
Is that a euro-r manifold? My timming was off so I had to adjust it,I jummped the blue connector start the car let it warm up to normal temp.I set it to 15 °+2° what the smog tech told me.I drove the car around for a while,and when I went back to check my trimming I notice it was off again.but when I jump the connector it sets itself back to what I set it to.is that normal?
Yes, it is the Euro-R manifold. For me, it was the wires to the MAP sensor that was giving me trouble and didn't even know it. Normal? I wouldn't think so once the timing is set. So double check the wiring. Are you using the 91 Accord harness?
what causes ignition timing to jump off does it jump off by itself or whar
What ecu your running ?
A JDM PCB ECU, but it's because I'm using the original wiring harness that came with engine
Its a 92 prelude,it had a jdm f22b doch in it and I swapped the h22 out of my cb and put it in the prelude
What ECU are you using?
Jdm p13
I'm using the PCB that came with my swap... I kept everything as close to the original ECU and engine as possible. Your setup and mine are totally different since I'm OBD2A and I believe yours is an OBD1...
nice light timing innova honda car
did u have to use a paper clip to short the ecu ?
No I didn't
This video is interesting. If you redid the voice over, it would be easier to understand.
nice xenon advance timing lights engine honda
I took my distributor off without disconnecting the the spark plug cables just detached distributor from the head and put it back on. The only problem is the coupling on the distributor(or whatever it is called) turned by accident and now I don't how which way it came out. Does it matter whichever way I insert it back into head? Thanks!
Paul Camalin Try this video from Eric...
th-cam.com/video/T0gd3V9QLhw/w-d-xo.html
Winston Buzon Thanks Winston. I just took a chance and put it back on and started the car. It seems it does not really matter because the car is running fine.
What if I have a aftermarket flywheel
Any luck? Need info to pass smog
Hi my ? Is when you did your swap did your use a p28 chip ecu or a factory prelude ecu. If it you use a chip ecu did you had to tune the car
I used the PCB ECU, the one that came with the swap
That's the factory ecu. Did you tune the car?
@@lovelysisterslovehii9024 a buddy of mine did the re-wiring of the harness, and then got a jumper harness
Ok thank you boddy
So I've been told I jump a couple teeth on timing I do not know how to reset it.. can you help?
I don't exactly know how to reset everything
@@winstonbuzon yeah I'm still having a problem not revving past 4500 rpms.. I was told it jumped a couple teeth..
@@righty-tightybuilt548 then treat it like a swap. Remove battery terminals, remove the timing belt, manually turn pulley until #1 cylinder is TDC (top dead center), reinstall the belt, reinstall the battery terminals, and start it up. Then, adjust your timing
@@winstonbuzon yeah but my problem is I can't get the timing cover off. I don't have a crank pulley removal tool.. I called one shop there charging 370 bucks just to reset the timing and what sucks is I might just have to pay to get it done
@@righty-tightybuilt548 ouch, sorry to hear that... I wish I could be of more help to you
the intro made no sense ... but the rest is very useful
Do u always have to leave it hooked up to the number one spark plug?
Yes, you always go off the cylinder closest to the cam gears. Very good question :)
Hey I have 97 prelude h22 and I changed my distributer fuel pump plugs and wires and a performance shop told me I didn't time my car could that be the only reason my car doesn't start sometimes ? I smell ges I'm pretty sure I flood it sometimes try a get started and a may cough and rumble a little until the timing belt squeaks and the car starts ?
A definite possibility
Any other possible problem I would go first thanks for the reply I haven't gotten any feed back from the Internet lol
Chase Jackson Trust me, I have looked too, lol
Anything else u think it could be
Chase Jackson If it reeks too much of fuel, then something is not firing while the fuel is spraying. Are the spark plugs new?
what the name of the tools you use it for aim timing mark??
FisH HuntEr timing gun, you can buy one at a parts store for about $50
Okay what about my engine f23a1 it does not have a way for me to just turn distributor
Distributorless? Do you run individual coil packs?
@@winstonbuzon no I mean I have a distributor and spark plugs silly..but you said play with it I cannot do that with my type of engine f23a1
@@kangokidkidd4037 if they have bolts like mine, you should be able to loosen them & turn your distributor little by little to adjust timing
@@winstonbuzon yes but mine does not have the top bolt. It's okay I put everything back but it's not working it has to be something else
would timing cause my f22a to smoke. it smokes a little white and has a has smell. But I did this and I don't know why. But I adj my timing with out using the jumper.
I'm sorry has a gas smell.
Which common symptoms are caused by this kind of off timing?
Jan-Ronel Recaño i removed my distributor and forgot tl mark it, it seemed to start fine but under acceleration it was hesitant, if you have it too far off you can detonate Because it could spark too early and too late will have almost no power
NotAsian i just replaced my distributor not knowing it would mess with the timing. I’m not a mechanic so I thought it would be a easy swap. The car starts fine and idles normal but after I did the swap I noticed that it felt like I lost a little bit of power when accelerating. Not to the point where it runs like shit but after driving it for almost 2 years I can tell something changed. Other than that it runs good. Is it bad if I wait about 2 weeks to fix the timing?
@@notasian7620 my prelude loses power and it sounds like a sti 👎
Would this be similar to my 1990 Celica GTS?
Not too familiar with Toyota Celicas. Sorry about that
would this cause my d16y8 to bog out when i accelerate?
austin topchi misfire
the plug fo that hole what is it called. i need one
Ramon Avitia I'm guessing Timing cover?
How to do this for 2001 honda accord help
Really sorry, but until I come across an 01 Accord I can't help...
sounds like it's idling surgey
what about a d series? There is not a hole there
Is there a rubber piece that covers a hole around the same area?
Brandon Bassett d series gets timed with the crank pulley, not the flywheel. There i s no hole for d or b series
Ok so
ok koo thank you
is this on a f22b head? mine is the 16 valve non vtech
Pete Tedham This is on an H23A VTEC engine
@@winstonbuzon damn wish I had the h23 vtec. I only got the h23a1 on my prelude
I got a del sol with original b16a2 and I never realized until recently that my dizzy is from a different model Honda. It’s a hitachi vs what I believe it came with USDM oem -TEC part #30100-P2T-004. I also noticed that the dizzy is pretty much fully retarded. However, the car seems to run and idle fine. Starts right up and never gives me any problems. Acceleration is decent and low to mid range power is decent as well for the little b16. I also hear the VTEC crossover @ 5600 but I feel like the vtec is lacking. My questions are; 1- i understand different model dizzy’s can technically work, but is it possible that it can affect things like vtec performance if it comes from a non vtec model? 2 - is it likely that because my dizzy is fully retarded the engine runs ok but maybe lacks performance in vtec due to little advanced timing? 3 - considering the retrofitted dizzy only has one bolt holding it on and oem replacements are pretty much nonexistent or crazy expensive, is there any aftermarket dizzys that are worth the $? New or reman? From what I’ve read the answer is no but wondering If any new options may have popped up. If I absolutely have to I’ll suck it up and buy a new one if I can find one or keep searching until I find a used a oem.
I always make it a habit that if theres a proper replacement for a particular part, replace it with that part. I know that sometimes being that our cars are older & parts for them are scarce, but if you want your ride to perform the way they should, keep them original and try not to put parts into cars that weren't made for them
Winston Buzon yeah I’m gonna keep looking for an oem dizzy but it’s not looking too good. What is your opinion on remanufactured distributors eg Rich Porter brand?
@@sentree9857 I wouldn't know bc I haven't gotten to that point of changing my dizzy yet...
Wtf how if my car doesnt start what's the point of the timing if it wont start
Then you need to figure out why it isn't starting...?
is that a H22?
Marco Davalos H23A
Winston Buzon I bet thats a beast in that light body style accord. I used to have a 1992 myself.
Stupid question. So by loosening those bolts, that sets the timing? Then you just leave them in that position? Sorry hobbyiest with limited knowledge.
By loosening the bolts, you could turn the distributor little by little to adjust timing. Then, when the timing is set, tighten the bolts so that you don't lose its place
@@winstonbuzon omg thank you. I can't wait to try.
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Awsome vid ill be waiting for the other one:)
You got it!