How to Replace Distributor 98-02 Honda Accord

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1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a bad or broken distributor. This video is applicable to 1998-2002 Honda Accord models.
This process should be similar on the following vehicles:
1998 Honda Accord
1999 Honda Accord
2000 Honda Accord
2001 Honda Accord
2002 Honda Accord
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@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

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@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@nooch812 No problem at all, glad we could help out. Have a great day!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

HI Bryan, you should be able to use this video for your motor, the distributor is the same part on your 99 2.3.

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

We currently do not have an auto repair video on that particular vehicle. It may be a similar process as shown in the later model year.

@JosephMcPherson-Author-BigJoe 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the clock-wise wire marking tip. And, the pointer amount lining up the interior rotor. This should be a cake-walk now.

@kingstonzincfence 12 жыл бұрын

This is the exact video I was looking for! I cant believe my luck. I actually want to replace my heater core hose. The end under the distributor was giving me pains to pull. Thank you 1aauto!

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@1aauto Also check the rotor inside of the distributor to see if it's worn out. Hope this helps

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@mujhonda In the video I believe that the hood just wasn't latched down, and slightly proped up. If you have a bend in the hood, there's not really a whole lot you can do to straighten it out. You may need to buy a new one.

@mstielau 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video! I had to replace the heater hose on my 2000 Accord, which requires removing the distributor to get access to the hose. The procedure went smoothly, thanks to what I learned in your video.

@1AAuto 8 жыл бұрын

+macmike You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@nooch812 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike ! This was exactly what I needed to see too for the same problem. I had a pinhole leak in that lower hose and could never have gotten to it without taking the distributor off. I was afraid to take it off until I saw you do it. I immediately went to the car and went to work fixing the problem. Thanks again !

@jacksonmattix3086 2 жыл бұрын

I had the same exact problem!!!

@AC-yz1ps Жыл бұрын

THE PART THAT PLUGS INTO THE CAM IS ASYMMETRICAL! These instructions make it sound like there's only one way to fit this into the cam, this is true but it will go in and just break the teeth off ruining the distributor (ask how I know). I took a picture of the end of the cam to make certain that the wide side was on the correct side to match up with the metal teeth.

@ChristopherGonzalez1280 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for the reply. Here's an update buddy: Turned out that coincidentally the starter in my car failed. After that was replaced, it was THEN my original distributor replacement failed. Since I was under warranty (and a couple of miles from the mechanic place, they towed the car for free and replaced my distributor. It's working now, but I will have the belts checked - see if a replacement is necessary. I appreciate all you do! Sorry it took so long to respond :)

@vasiledolhescu186 8 жыл бұрын

Good work man,please keep posting.

@Timmisha_ Жыл бұрын

Thank you definitely changed my son’s distributor today. Thank you so much

@the_franchise9267 2 жыл бұрын

Great video followed it just as shown and my cars running again!!

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@FOXTEKA It sounds like it could be the heater hose.

@Aligums 11 жыл бұрын

Ur Co is awesome and legit. Love all the name brand parts sold for dirt cheap prices

@stevemichelle1203 13 жыл бұрын

Great video and helpful. Thank you!!

@flyhigh6028 5 жыл бұрын

(no reason to put a new part when old one works) i disagree i call it preventive maintaines

@juniorgarcia6509 5 жыл бұрын

true true

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

You may want to look for a possible loose connection from the alternator to the battery or off of the battery itself.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@jesus89vald It could he the distributor, or the coil going to it.

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

You might be able to. You may want to check the dealer or your local parts store to see if this is an option.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

You should be apply to apply some of the techniques shown in this video to your 94 Honda Accord.

@mckoylach1622 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I changed the distributor on my 98 accord. It won’t run after. Do you think I had moved the rotor ? Because I didn’t pay attention to where the rotor was pointing to. If this is the case, I can turn the rotor the other way and reinstall it,and it should run, right? Thanks

@juniorgarcia6509 5 жыл бұрын

thank youu soo much for the amazing help uve just saved my life 🙄

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

+Junior Garcia Thank you! We are happy we could help!

@greenmachine6672 9 жыл бұрын

thank you saved me a lot of money!

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching 1aauto.com 866-403-3393

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

For the older accords it is not necessary to set the vehicle in TDC when replacing the distributor or changing out the ICM.

@SteadyMobbin78 8 жыл бұрын

glad i found this video!!

@bigpapykane 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dog!! I gotta replace a hose that requires taking off the distributor. This looks pretty simple.

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

It might be, you may also want to check the spark plugs to see if they need to be replaced.

@ssgtwright2515 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the fast reply. Have one more question. How hard is it to replace the CPS (crankcase position sensor) on these 92-97 Honda Accord. Again, mine is a 94 Accord LX.

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

You would need to turn it back to the position that it was in. If you bought a new distributor, watch this video and set the new distributor to the same position.

@1AAuto 13 жыл бұрын

@MANIPUL8ER In the video we show to how to set the rotor on the new distributor so that the Honda Accord is timed correctly.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

If you follow this video you should be fine. You can always test it with a timing light afterwards to see where you're at too if you would like to. They usually come with instructions.

@panzer948 11 жыл бұрын

Hi, I think i have the same engine in my 1999 Acura CL. Any major differences between the two? Excellent video thanks.

@mujhonda 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Was looking for something like this. Regarding the honda, I did notice that the hood was bent. I have the same, and no idea how that happened. Any recommendations on how to fix that bent?

@chuckoaks9180 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Mike! Thanks again, brother. nice video and good price on the part

@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын

+Chuck Oaks Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@chris444b444 You may want to check all of your connections and see if it has spark to the sparkplugs.

@ssgtwright2515 11 жыл бұрын

Have a 94 Accord LX in which I am going to replace the whole distributor. I know that its a bad ICM but instead of going thru the hassle of just replacing that, it makes better sense to replace the whole unit. Symptoms that I have knowing its a bad ICM is it starts when the engine is cold but when the engine is hot then the engine will die off or not start until cooled down. Question, I noticed that you didn't set the #1 cylinder to TDC. Is it not required for these early years Accords?

@noevega5264 4 жыл бұрын

I recently changed my distributor on my 1994 honda accord ex 2.2l 4 Cylinder and because I did not realize how I was supposed to match the groove of the rotor (Just now found this super helpful video) I simply aligned the rotor with the camshaft and inserted it without paying attention to where the groove was. I bolted everything back together and reconnected the wires and now it won't fully turn on. When I turn my key, the car engine/motor just spins. Chances are the groove messed me up. Since I have tried to crank my car numerous times already with the new distributor the camshaft has likely moved from when it had the old distributor and its original location when I took the original distributor off, so is there a marking on the camshaft that aligns with the mark(referred to around 3:46 in video) on the rotor ? Please get back to me soon, I need to get this car fixed immediately.

@DroopyD19 4 жыл бұрын

A1: do u know what part is underneath a 1999 Honda accord EX, driver side, front tire, underneath the hood, underneath the radiator coolant tank? I heard a loud pop the other day, looked underneath, and it seems to be a cracked plastic tank. Since the pop, the car is leaking water, and the leak is a stream and puddle leak. Any ideas what that part is? I looked up a diagram on the engine but can't seem to find that part. Any suggestions would be helpful. Thanks!

@TwistedEdgeProd 11 жыл бұрын

Looks similar to my 1989 Honda Civic DX, going to apply some of this stuff to when I change mine out today! Pray for me! lol

@madjr86 11 жыл бұрын

So I did this, I accidentally moved the little rotor...could that cause the car not to start? If so how do I fix it without going to a mechanic? Thanks! Please get back to me ASAP I need this for school :(

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

The engine stamp is on a small flat spot on the engine next to where the transmission and engine meet in the front of the vehicle.

@ChristopherGonzalez1280 11 жыл бұрын

I have a 99 accord just like the one in the video - had a distributor assembly replaced, but ever since then my car squeals sometimes when I start it up and recently I tried starting up but it doesn't crank - is it possible that the car place I went to installed a bad assembly? Thanks very much!

@nanibell504 11 жыл бұрын

my car has oil leaking fron one small hole at the side of the distribuitor. its like some type of drain. so it mean for me that the oil is coming from inside of the distribuitor. not from the center between the motor and the distribuitor. what can i do?

@ooolala1988 10 жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on how to change camshaft position sensor? I have a 2000 Honda Accord LX. My check engine light is flashing. I received codes P1381 and P0420. Any information will help. Thank you

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

If there's some type of gasket that it's leaking from you might be able to replace the gasket.

@highsobriety3789 3 жыл бұрын

Is there a gasket inside the distributor?

@TonyBoyIsHere 11 жыл бұрын

I have an oil leak outside the distributor. Can the O-rings be replaced rather than replacing with a new distributor which, of course, would be more expensive? Thanks, Tony

@jamescc2010 7 жыл бұрын

Hi, Can you make a video on 2001 honda accord v4 code p0401 repair ? Thx

@monicaburgueno2799 Жыл бұрын

Thanks good job

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

If there's a check engine light on you should have the code pulled, the code should tell you what is failing in the system,causing you to fail the emissions test.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@cappsoutlaw Currently we do not have a video of this repair. Starters are usually pretty easy to replace. Most of the time there are only two bolts that hold them into place. Here's a link to them oun our website 1aauto.com we carry new ones. Hope this helps. 1aauto.com/1A/starter/Honda/Accord/-/-/1998?ATony

@juniorgarcia6509 5 жыл бұрын

omg thankkk youuu sooo much i just towed my car home this place called Cristian brothers in Bentonville arkansas chrged mee $111.00 for diagnosis which is the first place in the area to charge mee tht much or if n e thing for diagnosis then they called mee n say to change the distributer and labor would be $785 dollars. autozone distributer is from 180 to 235 depending which ine n warranty u get. that means they tried charging mee $ 500 or more just to replace with new one and its inly 2 12mm bolts n 4 cables u unplug ti spark plugs

@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback! +Junior Garcia

@aamirbhura3097 11 жыл бұрын

hi i have a acura 1.6 el 1999 and im kind of having trouble with starting the car when i put the key into turn the car on it makes the noise when ur about to start the car on but the car doesnt start and it sounds like it wants to start but just doesnt start ..i took it to a mechanic and he said he didnt know but i asked a buddy and he had told me it was the distributor the car is now at 260000 ..was just woundering if most likely thats the problem?

@WorldTraveler222 11 жыл бұрын

My accord has been stalling lately and I just took it in to find out what is wrong. He says it is the distributor and it would cost $400, looks like the part is a lot cheaper than that. Would you recommend a novice attempting this?

@aaronlara41 3 жыл бұрын

Is the cam sensor along with this distributor

@sgtredbluered 11 жыл бұрын

I have a 95 accord that failed the low speed emissions test three times. After the first failure, I had new plugs put in, it failed again. Then, talking to several sources, one guy said add RXP. Did so, failed the third time. The high speed emission test passed each time. I took to Honda dealer, he said I needed to 1) replace distributor 1029 p+l. And replace O2 sensor, 531 p+l. Your thoughts?

@anthonyshepard9606 Жыл бұрын

: OUTSTANDING info instructional video. 🐢 👍 😀

@night1891 11 жыл бұрын

Would this also work with a 1997 Honda accord?

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@jesus89vald It would be a good idea if you checked this also.

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

If you follow the instructions show in the video, you should be fine.

@spacemanspiff559 12 жыл бұрын

So if I removed my distributor to get access to the heater hose, I don't have to do anything with the piston crank or timing, right? I didn't touch the rotor on the distributor.

@shamanbaray6327 4 жыл бұрын

In case I messed up and didn't realign the rotor correctly, is there any way to realign it?

@spacemanspiff559 12 жыл бұрын

It's the heater hose. I just had to replace mine, but had to remove the distributor to do so. Now I have to figure out if I have to realign any pistons before replacing the distributor.

@Jboom1315 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone know what size of the 3 bolts that hold the distributor in place?

@chrisfo8428 2 жыл бұрын

How come distributor only gots 2 bolt's into cylinder head but there's a 3rd bolt hole on top of the triangle looking bolt diagram with no bolt in it .. does it mean I got the wrong dizzy for my engine? Help please

@1AAuto 2 жыл бұрын

+Chris Fo Thanks for watching! We recommend contacting the seller you purchased the part from to confirm if you have the correct part.

@Tie-dyed-wisdom 12 жыл бұрын

can you show how to replace a starter and starter seloniod in 98-02 accord 2.3

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

You may want to bring it back to them. The screech could be a bad belt, loose belt or bad belt tensioner. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@jesus89vald Anytime, no problem at all. Have a great day.

@temitopeawoniyi3975 11 жыл бұрын

please how do i check for engine number for Honda Accord 1999 model?

@denali11010 4 жыл бұрын

The rotor moved out of original spot, how moved it back and reinstalled but car not starting now

@MrRookie714 9 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend dealer or after market cap?

@1AAuto 9 жыл бұрын

We carry the aftermarket distributor cap shown in this auto repair video on our website. Here's a link to them . www.1aauto.com/acura-cl-honda-accord-distributor/i/1aedi00021?KZfaq&KZfaq&ATony

@TheNewAge009 10 жыл бұрын

i recently had someone change the heater hose on my 99 accord. He had to remove the distributor to get to the hose, i believe he placed the distributor in the wrong position because the car cranks but doesn't start. will i need to set my timing to get the car to start?

@1AAuto 10 жыл бұрын

You would have to get it timed correctly to get it to start.

@deckontipajibo2881 5 жыл бұрын

TheNewAge009 Ed

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

The 99 2.3 liter Honda Acura uses the same distributor, we carry them on our website with free shipping. Part Number: 1AEDI00021 1aauto.com 888-844-3393

@walls773 5 жыл бұрын

No sparks should be visible coming from the distributor right?

@grendelhp 12 жыл бұрын

Great video guys. My 99 accord distributor went bad and the shop is trying to get me to pay them $430 to change it.They are out of their minds!

@13flax 5 жыл бұрын

What were the symptoms of your bad distributor? Was it activating your check engine?

@idealivangaming4307 6 ай бұрын

❤if I replaced it and my timing is off? How do I reset the timing.

@sgtredbluered 11 жыл бұрын

There was no engine light on, other than when you first turn the key. Will take to another mechanic to get 2nd opinion. Thanks for your input. I assume the distributor itself costs very little.

@SeanManks 7 жыл бұрын

So, where and what was causing the oil leak?

@GFaheem 11 жыл бұрын

hi, i have Honda Accord 1998. its suddenly stop automaticaly while driving and did not start again, but after 10 minute rest working fine, but later again this problem come even we not drive on road, already change fuel pump,filter,engine distributor,battery, can you please help for solve this problem

@Al_Swilling Жыл бұрын

An easy way to get the position of the rotor correct is to notice that the distributor rotor shaft connects with the camshaft with tongues and grooves. There are tongues on the distributor rotor shaft, and grooves on the camshaft. The tongues and grooves are offset -- off center. So, there is only one way that the camshaft and distributor will connect. If the tongues and grooves are aligned and engaged, then the rotor is in the correct position. Once the tongues and grooves engage and the distributor is bolted in place, the ignition timing will be correct. That is to say, the rotor button will be aligned with the correct plug wire tower. You literally cannot get it wrong if you're paying attention.

@PistolPro100 7 жыл бұрын

What is the sensor directly beneath the distributor? Thanks in advance!!

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+Matthew Martinez Thank you for checking us out. The sensor directly beneath the distributor should be the engine coolant sensor. 1aauto.com

@GerardoGarcia-wn2pp 4 жыл бұрын

01 accord . Starts and runs but when it's hot it doesnt crank .. this would be distributor?

@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын

+Gera Garcia As there could be many reasons why you are experiencing this issue, we do suggest taking your vehicle to a local mechanic for an accurate diagnosis. Thanks for checking us out!

@1AAuto 11 жыл бұрын

It shouldn't all that hard to replace.

@UnKnowNxPeRsoN Жыл бұрын

What are the torque specs?

@jackyou13 2 жыл бұрын

I replaced mine with a brand new one, but it still leaks.

@thedjob 10 жыл бұрын

check engine light is on for me. Just took distributor off to get to hose underneath

@honestabe1940 2 жыл бұрын

OK video but would have been better if you took the time to move camera to show better view of rotor alignment.

@user-gu9bl8ne1b Жыл бұрын

How can you tell that a distributor need replacing plugs need replace how can you tell

@juliofrias5868 4 жыл бұрын

How do you know if your distributor is bad?

@marisha530 7 жыл бұрын

Does this go for a 89 Honda accord lxi?

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

It may be a different procedure on that vehicle

@patrickgoza8676 7 жыл бұрын

1A, i have a 1998 accord 2.3L 5 speed and I can not get it to go over 4000 rpm's, how do I eliminate this issue. I have replaced the exhaust and distrbutor.

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+Patrick Goza That can be caused by a lot of things, and will have to be diagnosed by a mechanic to know what needs to be replaced. 1AAuto.com

@patrickgoza8676 7 жыл бұрын

1A Auto Parts I found my problem, my EGR solenoid is bad. thank you for the reply

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+Patrick Goza Thank you for letting us know. We hope your vehicle operates much better moving forward! 1aauto.com

@AdirtyGHETT0kid 12 жыл бұрын

I just spent $600 Getting the distributor replaced on my '94 Camry 2.2L, I feel so ripped off right now.

@sticky7pillo 7 жыл бұрын

what do I need to do if I did not put the new one exactly the way the old one came out. I mean the dial!

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+sticky7pillo We recommend viewing the OEM repair book to see how to adjust the ignition timing if the dial or gear is not installed the same as the OE part came out.

@GTFOofHERE 7 жыл бұрын

Is the rotor included inside the new distributor?

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+Raul Lugo Yes it is included with the new distributor. Here's a link to them on our website. We also include free shipping on all orders in the US www.1aauto.com/1A/Distributors/Honda/Accord/1AEDI00021?KZfaq&CTA%20Comment&ATony

@GTFOofHERE 7 жыл бұрын

thank u

@jabarikidd801 7 жыл бұрын

does the 6 cyl accord use a distributor as well ?

@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын

+jabari kidd Nope. The 6 cylinder uses a coil-on-plug design. Here's a link to our website where we offer replacement coils! www.1aauto.com/search?model=372&q=ignition+coil&2000-372_EngineDisplacementMetric_fitQualifierFld=V6+3.0L&year=2000&abTestingValue=OFF&KZfaq&CTA%20Comment&ATony

@jabarikidd801 7 жыл бұрын

1A Auto Parts ok thanks I was asking because I was going to do a tune up and I like to buy my own parts and then have a shop install them but the lady told me to buy a distributor and I was confused because I'm pretty sure the v6 accord doesn't have that am I wrong? or did she mean to tell me to get a cap and rotor

@pepe129 6 жыл бұрын

For a 98 v6 are the same eteps? Thanks

@1AAuto 12 жыл бұрын

@grendelhp We have these available on our website, and this video will show you exactly how to fix it yourself. Here's a link to the distributor for your 99 Honda Accord on our site 1aauto.com Hope this helps 1aauto.com/1A/Distributors/Honda/Accord/1AEDI00021?ATony

@awnedrerepz1786 2 ай бұрын

I just changed this, I’m 45 min away from home. My only vehicle, and I’m terrified to turn this car over because idk anything about timing and basically stranded if this doesn’t work.