r2000swler@hotmail.com wrote:
> I only ask because looking at the ECM PRG-EFI relay it
> sure looks like it would be rather difficult to do.
> Anone done it?
> Just thinking about the time my starter died in my
> 1981 Subaru 4WD. I was parked on a hill, so it was easy
> to slip it into reverse, roll backwards and pop the clutch.
> I suspect you would have to get a Civic up to speed, pop
> the clutch and turn the ignition switch all at about the
> same time.
>
> I may have posted this smae header with no text, blame
> Google Beta.
> Terry
>

I've done it a few times after leaving my lights on and draining the
battery. Just have they key in the normal running position and 'pop' the
clutch. The 'pop' can be fairly gentle, you don't have to totally 'dump'
it.

The owner's manual tells you not to do this though. My guess is that it
may be a little hard on the cat. because some raw fuel might go through
the engine unburned. I'm sure someone will explain for sure why its not
the best for your car.

Mark