Vacuum leaks in the vacuum hoses or mixed up connections on them. Test by spraying starter fluid around intake manifold and vacuum lines.
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There can be many causes for a Honda Civic to stall. Some of them include a bad fuel pump, a bad alternator, a bad distributor, a clogged air filter or idle air valve. Buy a Honda Civic Service manual for more information. http://www.HondaCivicRepairs.com do it myself Honda civic repair
If it has an idler control valve, and most do, I'd go with that.
Bad oxygen sensor
Idle on a 1985 Honda Civic is adjusted through a idle air control valve. This valve is located near the intake. Adjust the valve by either loosen or tightening it.
The idle speed on a 1996 Honda Civic is adjusted using an IACV. The IACV, or idle air control valve, lowers and raises the idle by either being tighten or loosen.
1,000 to 2000 depending on condition of engine
To adjust the idle on a 2005 Honda Civic locate the idle control valve. The IACV and is found near the intake manifold. Open the top of the valve and tighten it to lower the idle or loosen it to raise it.
Idle Air Control Valve.
The Honda Civic loses idle at stop due to not have consistent air flow. The engine will run too lean and cause the car to shut off.
IF ITS JUST AT IDLE, CHECK YOUR IDLE AIR CONTROL VALVE IF IT HAS ONE.
The idle speed on a 2001 Honda Civic is adjusted through the idle air control valve. The valve is located behind the intake manifold. Open the cover using a screwdriver and tighten the valve to lower the idle.