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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+

Honda -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> HEATER CORE, REPLACE -> 1993 -> 1994-95 -> ACCORD -> CIVIC & CIVIC DEL SOL -> ODYSSEY -> PRELUDE
Vehicle: 1995 Honda Prelude SE 2.3 L4 GAS

ACCORD

1993
  • Refer to "Precautions," then disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system.
  • Disconnect heater hoses at heater core and plug core tubes, then disconnect heater valve cable from heater valve.
  • Remove heater housing lower mounting nuts, then disconnect vent cable.
  • Remove control cables from heater housing.
  • Remove instrument panel as outlined under "Instrument Panel, Replace."
  • Disconnect control cables at center outlet from heater duct.
  • Remove heater duct and instrument sub-pipe.
  • On models wi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Power Booster Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Honda Prelude Vtec 2.2 L4 GAS

Power Booster, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from booster, then remove vacuum hose bracket.
  • On Accord models, remove throttle control cable bracket.
  • On Prelude models, remove throttle/cruise control cable bracket, then remove throttle cable grommet from engine compartment bulkhead.
  • On Prelude models, remove IAT sensor from intake manifold.
  • On Accord and Odyssey models, remove wiring harness from clamp.
  • On Accord models with M/T, remove clutch reservoir and reservoir brac...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Honda -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> del Sol, 1985-91 CR-X, 1985-01 Prelude, 1985-97 Accord, 1987-00 Civic, 1997-01 CR-V & 1995-97 Odyssey w/Fuel Injected Engines -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 1990 Honda Prelude 2.0 SI 2.1 L4 GAS

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owners radio theft protection code prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable, if equipped.
  • Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  • Remove the fuel fill cap to release fuel tank pressure.
  • On models less fuel filter service bolt, place a shop towel over the banjo bolt at top of fuel filter. Slowly loosen the banjo bolt one complete turn. When loosening the banjo bolt, use a backup wrench to hold the fuel filter in position.
  • On m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Honda Prelude SR 2.0 L4 GAS

Replacement procedures for left and right driveshafts are the same.

  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Drain transaxle.
  • Raise locking tab on spindle nut, then remove nut.
  • Remove self-locking nut and self-locking bolt. Replace self-locking bolt if you can easily thread a non-self-locking nut past their nylon locking inserts.
  • Remove damper fork, then cotter pin from lower arm ball joint castle nut and remove nut.
  • Install hex nut on ball joint. Ensure nut is flush with ball joint pin end, or threaded section of ball joint pin might be damaged by ball joi...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Honda Prelude 2.0 SI 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable, then wait at least three minutes before continuing procedure.
  • Disconnect positive battery cable.
  • Remove engine wire harness.
  • Disconnect all electrical leads at starter.
  • Loosen...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Honda -> 1999-2001 Prelude
Vehicle: 1999 Honda Prelude 2.2 L4 GAS

The cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal.

  • On models equipped with radio anti-theft feature, prior to disconnecting the battery ground cable make sure you have the radio anti-theft code.
  • On all models, disconnect and isolate the battery ground cable. After disconnecting the battery ground cable wait at least 3 minutes to allow...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Honda -> Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)/VSA System Warning Lamp -> 1990-96 Prelude
Vehicle: 1992 Honda Prelude S 2.2 L4 GAS

The Anti-Lock warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. The lamp monitors the condition of the anti-lock brake system. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go off when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is operating properly. If the lamp remains lit, a fault in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. After diagnosis and repair of the system, the lamp may be turned off by disconnecting the ABS B2 (15 amp) fuse in the engine compartment relay panel for at least 3 seconds. The relay panel is located at the front LH side of the engine comp...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Honda Prelude SR 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses, and ATF cooler hoses.
  • Disconnect fan motor connectors.
  • Remove engine compartment cover brackets and radiator upper brackets...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Alternator and Air Conditioning -> Power Steering
Vehicle: 1990 Honda Prelude 2.0 SI 2.1 L4 GAS

Alternator and Air Conditioning

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt.
  • Loosen alternator adjusting nut.
  • Push alternator inward toward engine.
  • Remove alternator and air conditioning drive belt.
  • Clean and inspect belt surfaces of all pulleys.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the follow...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Underhood Fuse/Relay Box Diagram for 2001 Honda Prelude SH 2.2 L4 GASUnderhood Fuse/Relay Box Diagram for 2001 Honda Prelude SH 2.2 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Radiator Fan Relay
  • Headlight Relay
  • Dimmer Relay
  • ABS Pump Motor Relay
  • Terminal T-1
  • Right Side Of Engine Diagram for 2001 Honda Prelude SH 2.2 L4 GASRight Side Of Engine Diagram for 2001 Honda Prelude SH 2.2 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sending Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1994 Honda Prelude SI 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1994 Honda Prelude SI 2.3 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Rear Sub Steering Angle Sensor
  • Front Sub Steering Angle Sensor
  • 1991 Honda Prelude SI ALB 2.1 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1991 Honda Prelude SI ALB 2.1 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Angle Sensor
  • Solenoid Valve
  • Oxygen Sensor
  • MAP Sensor
  • Injector 1
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: BATTERY TEST EQUIPMENT FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS
    Vehicle: 1987 Honda Prelude 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
  • Document: A/T REMANUFACTURING PROGRAM - INFORMATION
    Vehicle: 1990 Honda Prelude 2.0 SI 2.1 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Honda Prelude cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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