No electric current going through to the engine

Tiny
VINAH1
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  • 1998 HONDA CRV
  • 1.6L
  • 4 CYL
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Basically in short, there is no electric current going through to the engine. I have scanned it and there are no codes or any data appearing.

Also, just to add on to that. I have had to change the distributor four times because every time I change it, it lasts for a maximum of three minutes then it goes out and there is no current again and so I am scared to change it again. Any help is very much appreciated please.
Friday, August 18th, 2017 AT 12:10 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a ground cable that is not connected, can you check to see if there is a ground strap or cable from the frame to the engine?

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, March 11th, 2021 AT 6:46 PM
Tiny
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Hi Ken,

Thanks for response, I have checked the cable, and there is a ground cable connected, so I have attached another cable but to no avail.
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Thursday, March 11th, 2021 AT 6:46 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Okay, the next place I would check is the ignition switch, Here is a guide and a diagram (below) so you get check it out and get back to me.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

Please let us know what you find.

Cheers, Ken
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