> wrote in
:

> My 96 Civic stalled while going about 30 MPH as I was shifting gears; it
> will not restart. When I check for a spark at each cylinder, the spark
> is intermittent and varies in intensity. As the engine cranks, the
> spark goes from nothing to good to very weak. I've changed the usual
> items: distributor cap, rotor and ignition wires.
>
> Would the igniter cause the engine to suddenly shut down and not
> restart? Would it cause an intermittent spark and one that varies in
> intensity?
>
> I would greatly appreciate any advice.
>


Ignition switch? If the switch is bad, it will result in intermittent LT
voltage to the coil and igniter.
http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/start...ignitionswitch

If it checks out OK, suspect the coil.


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