2003 Honda Civic stalling issue?
What is causing my engine to stall?
My car has been stalling, and I can't drive it reliably for more than a few blocks before it stalls. Afterwards, it doesn't start right away but will typically start if I wait a little while. I took it to firestone and they told me I need a new cat, O2 sensors, ignition coils and spark plugs. Go figure, they wanted a large sum of money to replace these things. They told me the catalytic converter is completely shot, but didn't comment on the other stuff.
I tested the resistance on all four of the ignition coils and they were all the same; i take this to mean they are okay. (couldnt find the spec on them though).
Could the spark plugs be causing this issue? Wiring to the coils? Is it worth buying a new catalytic converter? I don't care about emissions quite yet, just want to be able to drive it.
It has the check engine light on (codes were generic like VTEC problem, emissions problem or something).
Any comments on likelihood of cause and recommended course of action would be appreciated.