Probably computer controlled and not adjustable
[edit] the ignition advance/retard is computer controlled but setting proper idle ignition timing can be done with a timing light an a 12mm wrench (I prefer a deep 3/8 drive socket).
hooking up your timing light (or someone else's for that matter) I'll assume you can figure out. there is a two-wire harness behind the passenger footwell (mine is actually above that stuffed under the far right side of the dash board).. you'll need to connect those two wires with a piece of wire or paper-clip. then, with the timing light hooked up, start the car and let it warm up to operating temp. once its up to temp set the timing light to 16 degrees (advanced)... there is a little v-shaped piece that sticks off the lower timing belt cover that will line up with the timing mark on the crankshaft pulley (just below the v-shaped notch).. when the timing light strobes the two should be lined up, if they are not then loosen the three 12mm bolts that hold the distributor on (loosen, DO NOT remove them) and slowly rotate the distributor until the mark lines up with the notch. once they are lined up, re-tighten the bolts on the distributor.
Note: I have a 94 civic Si which has the same motor as your 95 EX and my service manual lists idle timing to be set to 16degrees BTDC (before top dead center).. check with your local shop or a Honda service manual to double check your proper timing setting.
there are two dots on the distributor they have to be lined up on tdc
The relay is sticking. Replace it.
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Bad ignition coil? Bad fuel pump?
It should be located under the hood, on the firewall, drivers side, near the brake fluid reseroir.
If it were the ignition switch, the vehicle would not start even with a jump. The battery is either not holding a charge or the alternator is not providing the charge to the battery. You can have the battery and the alternator checked (usually free of charge) at an auto parts store,
How do replace the ignition switch on 1995 Honda Civic EX with a manual tranny. I was wondering if it is pretty much the same as the 1995 Accord.
the ignition module is located in the distributor
no
behind the timing belt covers
A 1995 Honda Civic EX has an interference engine, which means that any timing failure will result in catastrophic damage. Interference engines have extremely tight tolerances which require very precise timing.
because its a 1995 honda civic
Get a manual from MOTORLIT.COM on your car and it will help on the next repair also.
where is a thermostat located on a 1995 Honda civic ex?
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How to set the distributor in a 1995 Honda civic
Behind the light gray plastic timing belt cover (driver's side), it is driven by the timing belt.
if the Honda civic dx is a 92-95 then yes.