My girlfriends car is a 96 Honda accord and it just recently started having problems. The car will start every time i try but just as soon as i start it and release the key it will click and kill the car, but it i turn it over and hold it just enough to where the starter will stop turning over it will stay running?? Any advise on which part i might need to replace?

 

Sounds like ignition switch.

techauto.awardspace.com/ignitionswitch.html

 

Your gf's 96 Accord ignition switch replacement will be the same as the 1997 Accord instructions:

driveaccord.net/PDF/ignition_switch.pdf

However, you do not have to drill out the shear bolts on the ignition switch body, you can just use a center punch and hammer to tap it at an angle, counterclockwise out. The link in my previous post also explains that. I've done it with a punch and hammer and it actually is faster than drilling and takes less than a minute to remove.

 

Well thank my friend i will replace tomorrow and let ya know...
Thx for advise

 

No problem. Btw, when I said takes less than a minute to remove, I meant the shear bolt and not the whole job. It's not difficult though, just take your time. I recommend downloading the Helms service manual from the links above in this forum.

 

I changed he ignition switch and it started right up and stayed runnin

now i ran into a problem with my 93 honda civic! i wrecked it and have to change the cv shaft and roter, so i went to U pull it in port allen and got one off a 95 i think it was, and the bearings are to big to fit into the side of the block...Does anybody know if they are sapost to interchange?? cause the people at u pull said it was...

 

In the common DIY threads on top of the gen tech help forum, there is a link to a thread about parts compatibility. Look up the part number(s) you need for your car and see what vehicles can donate. A hatchback part may not work on a 4-door. You will have to find the proper donor car that uses the same part number for your civic.

 

Maybe the donor was a Civic Si??