The tow truck driver told me it had to be my starter after the failed jump start/1st gear push, with a manual, as he towed me home. I ordered a new starter and after installing it noticed I still had no crank/no start. I watched this video and was in complete disbelief that my 96 civic had this issue. I checked the oil, low oil could mean engine failure, and my fuses but everything was fine. This was the last thing I could attempt. I can't thank you enough. These types of videos are keeping me out of financial ruin!
Thanks a fucking ton bro. I was about to take mine in to a mechanic and decided to check RUclips one more time. Paperclip worked. Car runs now. I'm super grateful for you sharing this vid and knowledge because i really can't afford a repair bill. Keep doing the lord's work, brotha!
I want to personally thank you! I was stressed for days, replaced my starter and was planning to replace my main relay, found this video and the car started right up!!!!
I filled my 99 civic ex’s tank at the gas station this week and then suddenly had a no crank/no start. Got it towed home, saw this video, and it fired up after bypassing the clutch safety switch with the paper clip. Saved me checking the starter…thanks!!
Excellent tip! My reliable 98 civic 5 speed suddenly had no start no crank. I knew it wasn't the starter. I had a little length of 18 guage wire in the trunk,, stripped the ends, jabbed it in the yellow clip and she started right up. Thank you! Great vid! Never would have guessed this on my own.
Just had this problem yesterday picking up my kid from school!!!! I popped the clutch to make it home and before i tried anything else! I gave this a shot and dude it worked! Lol!!! I was doubting it before i turned the key and it proved me wrong! Hahahaha awesome
This video just saved my life lol. I bought a 99 hatchback and its been rigged. The wiring was cut and there was a straight wire from the ignition to the starter. The wire was run across the engine bay and through the fuel filter before going to the starter. It was a hazard waiting to happen. Any how I pulled a new ignition harness from the junk yard today and when I went to start the car it wouldn't do anything. I checked for voltage, with my 9 year old daughters help, and was getting power all the way to the starter. I couldn't figure out why it wasn't starting. I watched your video and low and behold they had bypassed the clutch completely. I did your little trick with a paper clip and it starts. Thank you!!!!
Bro you are a life saver …. My Civic had the exact same problem and I did the same exact thing … I watched a bunch of other RUclips videos and came upon your video (thankgod) and tried the paper clip and now my civic that been sitting for a week is now up and running … thank you sir 🙏🏼
You, sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. =D This vid solved my problem straightaway; I was stuck in the parking lot of my local sub shop, when I started investigating online. Found your vid, got up under the dash with a paperclip I happened to have handy, and the car started RIGHT up. Cheers, m'man!
I did not even think about the clutch just figured. It was the starter so replaced it just like you and nothing happened. Unplug that switch and use the piece of speaker wire to jump it and started right-up. Thank you so much.
@AldenBuild I'm 40 yrs old still love my 90s Hondas haha had alot of starters go out in my time in different makes and models but never this clutch issue. Always same symptoms always the starter hence me buying a starter (for no reason now except preventative maintenance I guess?).😁 but yes u came thru clutch much thanks brotha
AWESOME vid....i figured the clutch switch on my car years ago, but recently car wouldnt crank and knew everything's good, i have forgot about the clutch switch and ur vid reminded me bout it! Thanks!
Loved the bro daps when it started. This might be my issue as well, though I'm maybe too fat and having trouble fitting my hand up there to grab the sensor plug.
You just made my day came to get a tire changed on my Harley and when i went back to my car It did exactly that .. I used the ring that holds my alarm on and started ride up 😂… just saved me a tow and headache … thank you for posting this 👍🏽
test the starter= undo small lead in(on starter)...connect a jumper wire to small lead, then hit big lead on starter or direct to + on battery itself with other end of jumper wire (I used a wire from my cheap voltmeter). If starter cranks over then it is (edit-Probably) one of the two "middlemen" start relay, or clutch switch. (edit- but also check starter fuse!(this should be second to look at after starter)) then there is possibility that it is also fault on ignition switch itself also!
Smart move. I bought and installed the starter $140 (1993 Honda Civic) and it still didn't work. Then this video and a paper clip and I'm back on the road
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Currently experiencing a no crank no start on my '99. I load tested battery. Battery good. Although the starter in it is quite old, I don't suspect failure. I'm gonna try the clutch safety switch bypass before tossing a new starter in. Thanks mate!
@@AldenBuild Well..... Sadly it didn't work. I thought it would. I bench tested the started and it DID operate. However I suspect possibly a faulty solonoid. Since I know my battery is good and the clutch switch is good so I suspect a failing starter. It did, however try to start for like 1 second (starter engaging). So off to the parts store
My honda civic 96-2000 wont get past ignition startup. The radiator fan is running along with some parts of the car. This is my first ever car. I am looking for more input on this. I know to watch the video but i want to make sure because i am unsure rn.
i’m sorry, i have no experience with the automatics of these cars. I’d say try the first things i did then maybe some forums will have an answer. I wish you luck!
i bought a 96 lx recently and it turned on fine no problems one day i tried starting it it didnt want to at all not even lights when i the turned the key the next day i tried turning it on again and i heard something trying to start or some noise on the passenger side near the glove area and not the car doesn’t want to start tried jumping it and still no lights or anything the emergencys turned on but nothing else
interesting, i do know that the ‘main relay’ is where you described that noise. maybe try looking into that and see if that’s the possible problem, good luck!
@@AldenBuild I feel like it might be my thermostat housing ground or one of the wires that runs from the thermostat housing and connects somewhere else directly off the same wires connected to the thermostat housing
It was the thermostat housing ground it needed to be replaced. My car starts up now no problems at all so far so for anyone experiencing issues check your thermostat housing ground. If that doesnt work check your starter solenoid ground that also could be your problem. Check those 2 grounds before checking everything else
I didn’t replace it. By sticking the paper clip in both ends, it bypasses it so you don’t have to replace it, plus not having to push clutch in to start
@@AldenBuild oh thanks for the reply . I will be trying this with my ek it's a d16y7 BUT I seem to have this happening to me . Thanks once again stay safe !
it’s called a Clutch Pedal Ignition Switch, or clutch safety switch www.carparts.com/details/Honda/Civic/Standard/Clutch_Pedal_Ignition_Switch/1997/SINS56.html?TID=gglpla&origin=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAr8eqBhD3ARIsAIe-buOgo8ZNrjVJ4u674PSByDJrDMD2i0Glzjkg5X6ag0oOOEppYMooM7QaAtudEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
i honestly don’t know, i’d for sure check things like the battery’s cranking amps, the starter and its wires are good. maybe even main relay or something
@@jaysonperez3988hey did you manage to take out the switch? I’m in this situation right now and can’t manage to take off the switch for the life of me too 😭 any advice?
2 years later and this is still helpful
The tow truck driver told me it had to be my starter after the failed jump start/1st gear push, with a manual, as he towed me home. I ordered a new starter and after installing it noticed I still had no crank/no start. I watched this video and was in complete disbelief that my 96 civic had this issue. I checked the oil, low oil could mean engine failure, and my fuses but everything was fine. This was the last thing I could attempt. I can't thank you enough. These types of videos are keeping me out of financial ruin!
Glad to hear that!! Clutch safety switch wasn’t anywhere near my first thought either😂 some passed down knowledge helps👍🏻
Thanks a fucking ton bro. I was about to take mine in to a mechanic and decided to check RUclips one more time. Paperclip worked. Car runs now. I'm super grateful for you sharing this vid and knowledge because i really can't afford a repair bill. Keep doing the lord's work, brotha!
i really appreciate that! I love helping when i can👍🏻
I want to personally thank you! I was stressed for days, replaced my starter and was planning to replace my main relay, found this video and the car started right up!!!!
of course! it’s such a pesky little part no one talks about. Glad i could help!
Just did this right on my buddies 96
It's 12:45 am in ga right now. Y'all came in clutch. Thank you!
I have the same problem but mines a automatic
@@Dr.pikachuu
what was the issue?
Just tried this today my civic hatch.. and it worked.. guess clutch switches fails.. thanks a lot
I filled my 99 civic ex’s tank at the gas station this week and then suddenly had a no crank/no start. Got it towed home, saw this video, and it fired up after bypassing the clutch safety switch with the paper clip. Saved me checking the starter…thanks!!
Excellent tip! My reliable 98 civic 5 speed suddenly had no start no crank. I knew it wasn't the starter. I had a little length of 18 guage wire in the trunk,, stripped the ends, jabbed it in the yellow clip and she started right up. Thank you! Great vid! Never would have guessed this on my own.
I did the same. Flipping solid trick.
Just had this problem yesterday picking up my kid from school!!!! I popped the clutch to make it home and before i tried anything else! I gave this a shot and dude it worked! Lol!!! I was doubting it before i turned the key and it proved me wrong! Hahahaha awesome
This video just saved my life lol. I bought a 99 hatchback and its been rigged. The wiring was cut and there was a straight wire from the ignition to the starter. The wire was run across the engine bay and through the fuel filter before going to the starter. It was a hazard waiting to happen. Any how I pulled a new ignition harness from the junk yard today and when I went to start the car it wouldn't do anything. I checked for voltage, with my 9 year old daughters help, and was getting power all the way to the starter. I couldn't figure out why it wasn't starting. I watched your video and low and behold they had bypassed the clutch completely. I did your little trick with a paper clip and it starts. Thank you!!!!
wooww that’s a crazy story! Can’t believe a paperclip can solve all that! hahaha awesome stuff!
this paper clip trick saved me today in 2024 thank you bro
love it! yessir!
Yooooo it def worked the clutch bypass method thought i was gonna have to take it to the mechanic thanks bro!
Bro you are a life saver …. My Civic had the exact same problem and I did the same exact thing … I watched a bunch of other RUclips videos and came upon your video (thankgod) and tried the paper clip and now my civic that been sitting for a week is now up and running … thank you sir 🙏🏼
ayyy the trusty paperclip!
You, sir, are a gentleman and a scholar. =D
This vid solved my problem straightaway; I was stuck in the parking lot of my local sub shop, when I started investigating online. Found your vid, got up under the dash with a paperclip I happened to have handy, and the car started RIGHT up.
Cheers, m'man!
ayyy love to hear it man! Crazy how a paper clip can save hundreds$$😂👍🏻
I did not even think about the clutch just figured. It was the starter so replaced it just like you and nothing happened. Unplug that switch and use the piece of speaker wire to jump it and started right-up. Thank you so much.
yeah it’s crazy to me that little issue causes it not to start! Glad it helped!
@AldenBuild I'm 40 yrs old still love my 90s Hondas haha had alot of starters go out in my time in different makes and models but never this clutch issue. Always same symptoms always the starter hence me buying a starter (for no reason now except preventative maintenance I guess?).😁 but yes u came thru clutch much thanks brotha
Y’all are life savers I replaced the starter and couldn’t get it to start and was getting annoyed went outside and in 5 mins i crunk it over ! ❤️❤️❤️
The bypass method definitely worked
Just bought a car and this completely fixed it. Huge thanks bro!!!
I replaced the starter and nothing and was just annoyed and went on RUclips and seen this so I gave it a try and boom instantly worked 🙏🏽 glooks
This actually flippin worked!!! Thank you so much! Thought I was gonna have to bring her in.
AWESOME vid....i figured the clutch switch on my car years ago, but recently car wouldnt crank and knew everything's good, i have forgot about the clutch switch and ur vid reminded me bout it! Thanks!
Bro I was out with my girl and I had to pop start mine, lol then found your video. Thanks king.
Thank you! I thought the lower switch was the safety switch. Thank you this jumping fixed my 99 civic!
Awesome. Your tip got my 1993 Civic DX (5 speed manual) going. Thanks!
Loved the bro daps when it started.
This might be my issue as well, though I'm maybe too fat and having trouble fitting my hand up there to grab the sensor plug.
yessirr!
i don’t blame you man, it’s tricky and tight for anyone! if everything else checks out, that’s gotta be the issue, good luck!
I subscribed just for the paperclip trick. Saved my skin with that one. Did me a solid. God Bless.
I got you! Thank you so much! glad to help!
The energy in this vid is goated
I know is been long time this video but. It just happened to me same thing to my car. This video really help me thank you.😊😊😊😊
Worked for me on my 99 EX. Much appreciated!
thank you so much!!! you saved my 96 hatch shitbox 😭😭!!
You are becoming a pro on those older Honda s. DIY videos are very helpful for ppl. Sorry to hear the old civic is dead 💀 lol.
yeeaaa just need a motor but moneys tight of course, this car will hold my brother over till then👍🏻
and thank you😂
You just made my day came to get a tire changed on my Harley and when i went back to my car It did exactly that .. I used the ring that holds my alarm on and started ride up 😂… just saved me a tow and headache … thank you for posting this 👍🏽
Yessirr i gotchu👍🏻
You saved my trip 🙏🏽
Good video. Good personality. these vids can be boring, feel like I’m with my boys with this video :)
I had Just bought a starter for no reason thank you cars good now
Saved the day! I'd hate to have to keep driving my new truck. No really...I love my civic!
right there with ya 👍🏻
Got a 2000 honda accord and mine done the same thang and the paper clip work thanks guys the clutch safety switch is $50 in Missouri
This just happened 2 me last nite and I did it this afternoon and wow it works awesome man thank u..
Save my time and money took 3 days trying to figure my issue and came to this video save my time n money
test the starter= undo small lead in(on starter)...connect a jumper wire to small lead, then hit big lead on starter or direct to + on battery itself with other end of jumper wire (I used a wire from my cheap voltmeter). If starter cranks over then it is (edit-Probably) one of the two "middlemen" start relay, or clutch switch. (edit- but also check starter fuse!(this should be second to look at after starter)) then there is possibility that it is also fault on ignition switch itself also!
Nice. Same issue with my ek. I was about to buy a starter before I seen your video.
Smart move. I bought and installed the starter $140 (1993 Honda Civic) and it still didn't work. Then this video and a paper clip and I'm back on the road
it still blows my mind
Thanks a bunch! This was exactly the problem I had.
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Currently experiencing a no crank no start on my '99. I load tested battery. Battery good. Although the starter in it is quite old, I don't suspect failure. I'm gonna try the clutch safety switch bypass before tossing a new starter in. Thanks mate!
hope it works! paperclips are cheaper 😂
@@AldenBuild Well..... Sadly it didn't work. I thought it would. I bench tested the started and it DID operate. However I suspect possibly a faulty solonoid. Since I know my battery is good and the clutch switch is good so I suspect a failing starter. It did, however try to start for like 1 second (starter engaging). So off to the parts store
subscribed because of your mustang stayed because of your personality 😁 Keep making videos man 👍
thank you man! I appreciate that a lot!!👍🏻
Dude! Thanks a bunch! I did everything ya did...never would have thought about the clutch...
4:40 that’s how I feel when my little Honda starts lol
what about automatic ones and everythin is good and still dont wanna crank
Did you figure this out?
@@asapbranken3043this happend to me recently with a automatic still don’t know what it is
My honda civic 96-2000 wont get past ignition startup. The radiator fan is running along with some parts of the car. This is my first ever car. I am looking for more input on this. I know to watch the video but i want to make sure because i am unsure rn.
Thanks Brother. Worked on my 98 Civic EX
dude!! thank you. this was our problem. fixed!
This totally worked for me too! Thanks for the vid bro! Good lookin out
Anymore ideas. My 97 will only pop start. I found a broke grommit but the one for the clutch and break pedal are both intact.
Lifesaver bro
Thank u man I actually fixed my car caus e of this
how do you get the switch out
Hey dude what a helpfull video I just did it and works before to start to removing bolts
Thanks will follow ur channel
You had me all the way to AUTOZONE then I stopped watching 😂
This plus waking the shit out of my starter with a hammer 🔨 worked!!
hahaha love to hear it!
Just did this on my 99 civic and it worked lol that’s crazy
feels like magic huh? hahaha
Thanks you!! Had the same issue as @crustyorangegstring with my 02 EX, blue rubber pieces everywhere! saved me a panic attack man, thanks again :D
I was having the same issue
Problem solved.
Thank you for this video 👍
Thank You!! Your video was a big help for me today. This worked for me as well👍👍👍👍👍
Love to hear it!
Thank you I did what you did and it works
Awesome! love to hear it!
what about for an automatic? same year
i’m sorry, i have no experience with the automatics of these cars. I’d say try the first things i did then maybe some forums will have an answer. I wish you luck!
@@AldenBuild thank you, will do!
i bought a 96 lx recently and it turned on fine no problems one day i tried starting it it didnt want to at all not even lights when i the turned the key the next day i tried turning it on again and i heard something trying to start or some noise on the passenger side near the glove area and not the car doesn’t want to start tried jumping it and still no lights or anything the emergencys turned on but nothing else
interesting, i do know that the ‘main relay’ is where you described that noise. maybe try looking into that and see if that’s the possible problem, good luck!
Bro! It worked on my 99 covid sedan 5-speed thanks!
hello I'm from Brazil help me bro I didn't find this plug
worked for me thanks bud
Not sure what's going on but I'm having the same exact issue. Only difference is my clutch never needed to be engaged in order to turn on the car.
Your problem may be one of the other issues. Test your battery, starter then possibly some dumb wiring after that. Good luck!
@@AldenBuild I feel like it might be my thermostat housing ground or one of the wires that runs from the thermostat housing and connects somewhere else directly off the same wires connected to the thermostat housing
It was the thermostat housing ground it needed to be replaced. My car starts up now no problems at all so far so for anyone experiencing issues check your thermostat housing ground. If that doesnt work check your starter solenoid ground that also could be your problem. Check those 2 grounds before checking everything else
Thanks! Easy fix
I have the same problem but I have a auto. What could that be??
I’m about to try this. Wish me luck
you got it🔥
And you guys don't have to remove starter to check if it works. Just run a single hot wire from starter to battery and see if it cranks
Yooo this works thanks man !
very helpful
At the end what happend ? How did you solve it ?? Did you just replace that ?? The clutch safety switch or no
I didn’t replace it. By sticking the paper clip in both ends, it bypasses it so you don’t have to replace it, plus not having to push clutch in to start
@@AldenBuild oh thanks for the reply .
I will be trying this with my ek it's a d16y7 BUT I seem to have this happening to me .
Thanks once again stay safe !
@@jok3208 hey bro did you fix the problem I have the same issue with same car and engine
Thank you so much!
This vid was clutch, so now that I’m paper clipped for a temporary solution what’s the permanent solution?
it’s called a Clutch Pedal Ignition Switch, or clutch safety switch
www.carparts.com/details/Honda/Civic/Standard/Clutch_Pedal_Ignition_Switch/1997/SINS56.html?TID=gglpla&origin=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAr8eqBhD3ARIsAIe-buOgo8ZNrjVJ4u674PSByDJrDMD2i0Glzjkg5X6ag0oOOEppYMooM7QaAtudEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
Hiw did you ever get that off? Theres no room to even get a finger in there.
Do you know what it could be if it’s auto? I checked all my fuses
i honestly don’t know, i’d for sure check things like the battery’s cranking amps, the starter and its wires are good. maybe even main relay or something
Did u find out what happened with it
Thanks bro dam bro you helped me a lot
love to hear it👍🏻
Okay I’m having the same problem but I can’t take the clip out lol any ideas?
Not sure because you’ll have to unclip it’s to replace it anyway
Nice vid
My 96 Honda Accord is having this problem it's standard got juice jumped it nothing gonna do this please lord let it be it. I'm out of options
good to know bro.
Will this work with a automatic honda 2000 model
No unfortunately, it’s a manual only thing.
My car starts but the starter will not disengage anyone have any idea what that might be?
same problem here but with AT transmission 😢
Instead of saying my cars not working im saying its 'unconcious' from now on
YES SIR
What if it's the distributor
Thanks guys, awesome info
Thank you!
I've got a set of SRP forged pistons for y7 I'm not going to use. 75.5mm I'd sell em cheap if you're interested.
dm me on instagram please
@alden_build
@@AldenBuild I don't do FB or IG. Got an email?
@@AldenBuild emailed.
You should probably delete this yt response so your email address isn't just out there
Nice!
good job
How do you fix this without the bypass??
The bypass is what fixed it in this case
How do you fix the problem so you won’t have to use the bypass? Buy a new safety clutch switch?
yeah!
Awesome thank you so much for the reply. Saved my life honesty.
👍🏻👍🏻yess
Check if your started is disconnected sometimes that happens
What if it’s a automatic?
tbh, i’m not sure. i’ve only messed with manuals, sorry!
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I can’t get that clip out for the life of me any tips?
yeah it can a tough one haha
@@AldenBuild yea no idea how I’m supposed to push two taps that are right next to each other and pull at the same time
@@jaysonperez3988hey did you manage to take out the switch? I’m in this situation right now and can’t manage to take off the switch for the life of me too 😭 any advice?
WTF YO THIS SHIT REALLY WORKED LMAOOOO
heck yeah!!
Bruh, literally happened too me this morning,, once I got home I tried the trick and it started right up!! thanks for this helpful video👍🏿👍🏿
i got you!