Accord EX - Identify this problem!!

This is my 97 Accord EX. It has the F22b1 motor, with about 158,000 miles on it. It runs great and gets decent mileage, except for one thing. It always takes 3 tries to start it. **SOMETIMES** it will fire right up on the first try, but what you see in this vid is what usually happens. NOBODY seems to know what is causing this. I've had numerous mechanics look at it, and they are all stumped. Here is a short list of parts I've replaced:

1. Spark plugs (NGK's)
2. Spark plug wires (NGK's)
3. Distributor cap
4. Distributor rotor
5. Ignition coil
6. Ignition control module
7. Ignition switch
8. Fuel filter
9. Air filter
10. Oxygen sensor
11. Main EFI Relay

And even (to those who know what this is) a BG Induction Service, and a coolant flush and replacement. I regularly change the oil, and keep up with the preventative maintenance on this car. What the hell could this be? I'm running out of parts to replace chasing this elusive problem!

PS: Check engine light was on for 2 things. Random/multiple cylinder misfire and rear oxygen sensor heater circuit malfunction.

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[darklily1313]

Hey budddy. I got a 2000 Honda Civic and my Ignition Control Modules keep burning out. I'm about to install the 5th one and I haven't even had the car for a year. I'm guessing that it has a shorted wire connecting to it. The yellow one looks a little smashed and melted. I'm trying to save myself another module and a new distributor that i'm considering installing. Have you ever changed any of the wires that hooks to your module? and if so was it a pain in the ass?

[fretwizard420]

@darklily1313 Never had to change the wires, but it shouldn't be too difficult. If you've ever crimped an electrical fitting on the end of a wire, you'll be fine. They are a dime a dozen at any parts store, so don't worry if you screw a couple up. I suggest you take a piece of spare wire and do a couple for practice...

[SporeVenom]

Hey sorry for not solving your problem but you seem very knowledgable and could help me out. I have been trying to fix my damn car for over a year now but can't get it perfect. It gets all 4 cylinder misfire codes and the multiple cylinder misfire code. It has a slight jerk when switching gears. It shakes when idle. Also, the tachometer acts wierd (video showing basically exactly what tachometer does: /watch?v=4g_gUvfa9DI) THANKS ALOT DUDE!!

Also where is ICM located (97 accord 4 cylinder)?!

[fretwizard420]

@SporeVenom The ICM is inside the distributor, underneath the ignition coil. You have to take the distributor cap off, then take the ignition coil off, and then you should be able to unscrew the ICM. I'll check out your vid and see if I can give you any suggestions...

[c4ndyb4by14]

Check the connection of the big white ground wire on the ignition switch had a hatchback did the same thing. Those ground wires tend to go out some. If it's sorta brown then you probably should reconnect it.

[fretwizard420]

@c4ndyb4by14 The ignition switch and wiring harness were all brand new OEM from Honda. Still did it... : (

[Keithingle]

dont feel bad man accords are awesome i have a 96 but it might just be sign if old age i say drive it till the wheels fall off. but try another ignition control module in the distributor cap

[MrDreamcastx]

I have a 97 EXL the proplem may be a dirty engine or carbon deposets or simple corrosen

[taittyler]

clean your idle control valve and some good spark plug wires

[taittyler]

clean your idle control valve

[chriscast101]

mine runs fine never have that problem

[DuBNeTiX]

did you pull the code. what is your check engine light code.

[HottyAsakura]

Easy you neeed to to check timing

[mikediorio56]

@SporeVenom you should try testing or replacing the fuel pump