Honda Civic EK 1997 Flooded Recovery

[nfssaad]

i think the original fuse is overrated. will check how much current each actuator draws and then add another inline fuse with each actuator

[omersiddiqui5482]

the reason for not blowing a fuse is the fuse installed is most probably of a higher rating! check for the fuse rating on the back of the fuse box cover!

@nfssaad sir contact Amjad 0321-2681552, The guy is at PECHS and can have your ECU repaired!

[omersiddiqui5482]

Allah ka shukar it is moving on its own power now! drive carefully and observe any changes in acceleration, fuel average, idling etc

[shabbir.1]

Really glad to hear that your car is coming back to life bit by bit.
Just want to draw your attention to an important point here regarding cleaning of ecu. Use of solvents, liks brake cleaner etc., would have probably removed the protective conformal coating applied over the PCB. It is, therefore, highly recommended to reapply it after the repair job, if any required.
This will ensure that the ecu can withstand such unforeseen and unavoidable harsh weather conditions.

[Xulfiqar]

The relays got melted but didn't blew fuse.

thats backwards - the fuse is supposed to blow/melt before the relays catch fire.

[nfssaad]

@Xulfiqar

whats your take on epoxy coating the ECU?

ressichem in karachi makes epoxy for electronics. i think its the same thing which is used to coat the CDI units of motorcycles.

[nfssaad]

yes. thinking about epoxy coating

[nfssaad]

any one have any idea which alternator was used in this model of PKDM civic.

from internet, i think there is a mitsubishi made alternator (identified on honda parts now) as well as a nippon denso one.

the bearings of the alternator are shot. and screaming. i have identified the mitsubishi alternator bearings. can buy them easily.

but not sure if nippon denso has same bearings. dont want to open up the alternator and then hunt bearings, or end up with chinese bearings from a nearby shop

@Xulfiqar

[omersiddiqui5482]

Check if there is any label or parts number on the alternator you have. if what you have is a Mitsubishi One you will have to replace it. if have the part number @nfssaad bhai take it to Nisar Autos at plaza they will have the genuine bearing for the thing

[nfssaad]

also if any one knows a denter that uses ELECTRIC welding / Grinder for replacing rusted metal.

rear wheel arches were a little rusted, but the dunking in sewerage water has accelerated it 10 times.

gas welding is messy, and not strong either. causes more damage to the surrounding metal as well.

[omersiddiqui5482]

I have seen some denters near "Saddar" who use electric welding but have no Experience with them! if you have seen "Chullu Kabab Sistani" near that. Sewerage water will accelerate the rusting. it also depends on the gauge of the metal sheet these denters are using!

[hasankhurshid29]

A5TA1091
A5TA1091ZP

I think we got the alternator with 3 pin whereas US and some other markets get 4 pin. The above are the part number for 3 pin alternator Mitsubishi.

[hasankhurshid29]

Bearing part number of 3 pin alternator is also given on this website: https://www.parts-honda.uk/honda-cars/CIVIC/1998/16VTI/ENGINE/ALTERNATOR-DENSO-/17S0301/E__0611/1/12222

[hasankhurshid29]

Here is the Mitsubishi: https://www.parts-honda.uk/honda-cars/CIVIC/2000/15ILS/ENGINE/ALTERNATOR-MITSUBISHI-/17S0311/E__0610/1/9964

They have Mitsubishi in their 1.5l
And denso in 1.6 vti one

[hasankhurshid29]

But all Mitsubishi one are showing as 4 pin so maybe we have denso one in our cars

[kashif91ahmed]

Guys my car also flooded and after wash the ECU it's start again but the issue the RPM is unstable today I just show my ECU to expert he told me that you need to replace the ECU it's makes problem also it cost me around 18000 for another ECU and 6000 labor

[kashif91ahmed]

According to him you car given you mad 3-4 average max now due to ECU issue. Can any expert guide me what's the best plan to recover my car to best condition.

Mine car Civic 97 auto 1.6

[hasankhurshid29]

Check engine light on????

[kashif91ahmed]

Engine light is fine

[hasankhurshid29]

Start replying only on main thread you created just now