Okay i have a 1997 DX hatch...and i have a 96-97 JDM B16a swap....

Everything is hooked up exepted the exhaust, and one o2 sensor could either of the two be the reason my the car doesnt idle

cuz when you start the car it fires up then it just dies....the only way it runs is when u give it gas....so does anyone know what this could be...


THANKS

 

check out your map sensor

 

try and rent a scanner from a parts place to check everything if you're throwing any codes. but a faulty o2 sensor will cause low idling and sometimes stalls out depending on the condition of the motor (or other sensors)

 

I would start checking outthe IACV and TPS sensors, you should be throwing a check engine light if they're acting up.

 

Before you touch anything else, hook up the exhuast and o2 sensor. Why would you even bother running the car without that stuff?

It's most likely not the reason for your issue, but it's best to have everything assembled prior to trouble shooting.