Nick wrote:
> Here is an update to my problem.
>
> Since the problem started I've cleaned out the battery
> terminals and made sure that the ground wire was mounted to the
> chassis (which it was). When I went into the car I tapped a few times
> the ignition switch (not that I think that has done anything) but the
> problem has gone away (even with some 30 degree temp days). I've also
> gone through 2 tanks of gas so I'm not sure what caused the problem.
> I'll continue to monitor the situation to see if it comes back again
> and then go out an purchase a new ignition switch. I'm also going to
> put an order in for new spark plug wires as my car is idling roughly
> even after I have adjusted it as per the helm manual, and because they
> are the original ones (10 years). Thanks for everyone's help on this
> one.
>
> Nick


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Nick,

Regarding the bad idle, If you have the same (basic) DOHC engine as the
'97 CRV, have you adjusted your valves very regularly, (30,000 mi)?

A Google search might turn up some info.

'Curly'