99 Accord - Could sure use a quick tip

Discussion in 'Accord' started by John Smith, Oct 29, 2006.

  1. John Smith

    John Smith Guest

    Help! I'm all set to replace the ignition coil on a 1999 Accord LX 4D, 2.3
    4cyl.

    Problem: The two screw/bolts holding the distributor cover in place seem
    nearly rounded on the outside and very soft in the slots where a Phillips
    screwdriver seems to belong. I'm scared to damage them but can't get either
    one started at all. A 6mm wrench is too small, the 7mm slips over the
    edges.

    Any ideas or experieces greatly appreciated
     
    John Smith, Oct 29, 2006
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  2. John Smith

    loewent via CarKB.com Guest

    Try using an impact screwdriver.

     
    loewent via CarKB.com, Oct 29, 2006
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  3. John Smith

    motsco_ Guest

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    You probably need to switch to a WAY BIGGER Phillips tip, or grind a few
    thousandths off the tip of the one you have. Jap phillips has a
    shallower hole in it. Same is true for the screw on the distributor rotor.

    'Curly'
     
    motsco_, Oct 29, 2006
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  4. John Smith

    dsguy Guest

    Snap On has the only phillips screwdriver I would even think of using
    on that..just make sure it's the right size. Otherwise....there's
    always ViseGrips.
     
    dsguy, Oct 30, 2006
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