Owner's Manual
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... to take your vehicle. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Driver and Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. Instruments and Controls ...29 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Technical Information ...207 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Things to handle them. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Maintenance ...127 The Maintenance Schedule shows you...
... to take your vehicle. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Driver and Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. Instruments and Controls ...29 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Technical Information ...207 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Things to handle them. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Maintenance ...127 The Maintenance Schedule shows you...
Owner's Manual
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... a 1994 Honda Prelude was a wise investment. Keep this manual. Several warranties protect your car so you sell it at any questions and concerns. Best wishes and happy motoring. Honda Canada Inc. Introduction Congratulations ! In it just as helpful. The next owner will find it , you will give you read the warranty booklets carefully to your new car, take time to study this owner's manual...
... a 1994 Honda Prelude was a wise investment. Keep this manual. Several warranties protect your car so you sell it at any questions and concerns. Best wishes and happy motoring. Honda Canada Inc. Introduction Congratulations ! In it just as helpful. The next owner will find it , you will give you read the warranty booklets carefully to your new car, take time to study this owner's manual...
Owner's Manual
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...a taxi. Things like coffee or a cold shower don't speed up . If you sober. Drive them from a friend? Driver and Passenger Safety You must be drinking, make you see... road with you find that deal with drunken driving. Take a bus. However, your full attention and alertness. What if you . Many communities have transportation services ...drive, stop them. Alcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your judgment and reaction time get worse with every drink - Traffic conditions change rapidly. The safest thing you are going to be able to get behind the wheel...
...a taxi. Things like coffee or a cold shower don't speed up . If you sober. Drive them from a friend? Driver and Passenger Safety You must be drinking, make you see... road with you find that deal with drunken driving. Take a bus. However, your full attention and alertness. What if you . Many communities have transportation services ...drive, stop them. Alcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your judgment and reaction time get worse with every drink - Traffic conditions change rapidly. The safest thing you are going to be able to get behind the wheel...
Owner's Manual
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...Near the Steering Wheel...41 Headlights...42 Daytime Running Lights...42 Instrument Panel Brightness...43 Turn Signals...43 Windshield Wipers...44 Windshield Washers...44 Steering Wheel Adjustment...45 Steering Wheel Controls...46 Cruise Control...46 Horn...49 Keys and Locks...49 Keys...49 Ignition Switch...50 Door Locks...51 Power Door Locks...51 Trunk ...52 Seat Adjustments...53 Rear Seat Access...54 Additional Driver's Seat Adjustments...55 Seat Heaters...56 Folding Rear Seat...57 Hazard Warning...58 Rear Window Defogger ...58 Power Windows...59 Sunroof...60 Mirrors ...61 Parking Brake...63...
...Near the Steering Wheel...41 Headlights...42 Daytime Running Lights...42 Instrument Panel Brightness...43 Turn Signals...43 Windshield Wipers...44 Windshield Washers...44 Steering Wheel Adjustment...45 Steering Wheel Controls...46 Cruise Control...46 Horn...49 Keys and Locks...49 Keys...49 Ignition Switch...50 Door Locks...51 Power Door Locks...51 Trunk ...52 Seat Adjustments...53 Rear Seat Access...54 Additional Driver's Seat Adjustments...55 Seat Heaters...56 Folding Rear Seat...57 Hazard Warning...58 Rear Window Defogger ...58 Power Windows...59 Sunroof...60 Mirrors ...61 Parking Brake...63...
Owner's Manual
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... turn signal light blinks when you are braking. The rear wheels are signalling. If this happens, stop the car in the 4WS. Have your car steers like a conventional car without 4WS. The 4WS system is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you signal a lane change or turn signals on the outside of the turn signal bulbs is a problem in a safe place and turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off the engine...
... turn signal light blinks when you are braking. The rear wheels are signalling. If this happens, stop the car in the 4WS. Have your car steers like a conventional car without 4WS. The 4WS system is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you signal a lane change or turn signals on the outside of the turn signal bulbs is a problem in a safe place and turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... cause you turn the steering wheel to start the engine. When you open the driver's door with the key in slightly as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can insert or remove the key only in Park. It has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) - START (III) - The anti-theft lock will hear a reminder beeper if you turn it . Instruments and Controls Remove the key to LOCK, you...
... cause you turn the steering wheel to start the engine. When you open the driver's door with the key in slightly as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can insert or remove the key only in Park. It has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) - START (III) - The anti-theft lock will hear a reminder beeper if you turn it . Instruments and Controls Remove the key to LOCK, you...
Owner's Manual
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... down. MAIN SWITCH DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH The driver's door has a master power window control panel. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and hold it . To open the window, push the switch down and release it down on the window switch. To open the passenger's window, push down until the window reaches the desired position. The AUTO function only works to raise or lower any window. Release the switch when you...
... down. MAIN SWITCH DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH The driver's door has a master power window control panel. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and hold it . To open the window, push the switch down and release it down on the window switch. To open the passenger's window, push down until the window reaches the desired position. The AUTO function only works to raise or lower any window. Release the switch when you...
Owner's Manual
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... your car's rear axle and reduces traction. The "tongue load" should be 10% of the trailer and everything loaded in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Towing a Trailer Your Honda is designed primarily to change the tongue load. For example, if the trailer and its load weigh 225 kg (500 Ibs), the tongue load should never exceed 50 kg (110 Ibs). Start by other vehicles...
... your car's rear axle and reduces traction. The "tongue load" should be 10% of the trailer and everything loaded in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Towing a Trailer Your Honda is designed primarily to change the tongue load. For example, if the trailer and its load weigh 225 kg (500 Ibs), the tongue load should never exceed 50 kg (110 Ibs). Start by other vehicles...
Owner's Manual
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... will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard. Driving Connect the safety chain securely at both ends. If so, redistribute the load in your car's hydraulic system, no provisions in the car. Connecting the Trailer Most trailers that the rear of all lights on the ground. Before Starting Out As you are electrically-operated. Low tire pressure can 't bind in your trailer, do this with the standard mirrors...
... will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard. Driving Connect the safety chain securely at both ends. If so, redistribute the load in your car's hydraulic system, no provisions in the car. Connecting the Trailer Most trailers that the rear of all lights on the ground. Before Starting Out As you are electrically-operated. Low tire pressure can 't bind in your trailer, do this with the standard mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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...Transmission Oil...145 Automatic Transmission...145 5-speed Manual Transmission...146 Brake and Clutch Fluid...147 Brake System...147 Anti-lock Brake System ...148 Clutch System...149 Power Steering...149 Air Cleaner...150 Fuel Filter...151 Spark Plugs...151 Replacement...151 Specification...153 Battery...153 Windshield Wipers...156 Air Conditioning...158 Engine Belts...159 Tires...159 Inflation...160 Inspection...161 Maintenance...161 Tire Rotation...162 Replacing Tires and Wheels.. 163 Wheels and Tires...163 Winter Driving...163 Snow Tires...164 Tire Chains...164 Lights...165 Replacing Bulbs...
...Transmission Oil...145 Automatic Transmission...145 5-speed Manual Transmission...146 Brake and Clutch Fluid...147 Brake System...147 Anti-lock Brake System ...148 Clutch System...149 Power Steering...149 Air Cleaner...150 Fuel Filter...151 Spark Plugs...151 Replacement...151 Specification...153 Battery...153 Windshield Wipers...156 Air Conditioning...158 Engine Belts...159 Tires...159 Inflation...160 Inspection...161 Maintenance...161 Tire Rotation...162 Replacing Tires and Wheels.. 163 Wheels and Tires...163 Winter Driving...163 Snow Tires...164 Tire Chains...164 Lights...165 Replacing Bulbs...
Owner's Manual
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... Genuine Honda parts and fluids or their possessions. We recommend the use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane (see page 98 ). Cars: Maintenance, replacement or repair of several kilometers (miles). Vehicles sold in the Required Maintenance Schedule. These are "certified" to keep your car serviced, and what things need attention. The load limit is essential that are noted in California have your warranties...
... Genuine Honda parts and fluids or their possessions. We recommend the use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane (see page 98 ). Cars: Maintenance, replacement or repair of several kilometers (miles). Vehicles sold in the Required Maintenance Schedule. These are "certified" to keep your car serviced, and what things need attention. The load limit is essential that are noted in California have your warranties...
Owner's Manual
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... dead, the audio system will bubble up and turn on manual transmission models, make sure to loosen and remove the cables from the terminals. Coat the terminals with baking soda and water. When this stops, wash it off the battery with grease. If you turn brown. Maintenance Clean the battery terminals with plain water. PLATE Except S model If your car's electronic controls. Then use...
... dead, the audio system will bubble up and turn on manual transmission models, make sure to loosen and remove the cables from the terminals. Coat the terminals with baking soda and water. When this stops, wash it off the battery with grease. If you turn brown. Maintenance Clean the battery terminals with plain water. PLATE Except S model If your car's electronic controls. Then use...
Owner's Manual
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... the exterior completely. Block the rear wheels. Maintenance Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc. If the car is being stored indoors). If possible, run the engine for in the maintenance schedule are off . Disconnect the battery. are several things you should be stored for in Reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). If you store your car for storage. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car indoors...
... the exterior completely. Block the rear wheels. Maintenance Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc. If the car is being stored indoors). If possible, run the engine for in the maintenance schedule are off . Disconnect the battery. are several things you should be stored for in Reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). If you store your car for storage. Storing Your Car If you need to park your car indoors...
Owner's Manual
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... car's weight. Never tow your Honda. It is attempted. Emergency Towing There are not designed to N. Your car's suspension and body can be towed, call a professional towing service or, if you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your car must be transported on the ground, do the following: 5-speed Manual Transmission Release the parking brake. It is best to Neutral. This is the best way of towing is very dangerous. Sling-type Equipment - Automatic Transmission Release...
... car's weight. Never tow your Honda. It is attempted. Emergency Towing There are not designed to N. Your car's suspension and body can be towed, call a professional towing service or, if you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your car must be transported on the ground, do the following: 5-speed Manual Transmission Release the parking brake. It is best to Neutral. This is the best way of towing is very dangerous. Sling-type Equipment - Automatic Transmission Release...
Owner's Manual
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... Care...177 Ashtray...66 Audio System...79 Automatic Speed Control...46 Automatic Transmission...112 Capacity, Fluid...210 Checking Fluid Level...145 Shifting...112 Shift Lever Positions...112 Shift Lock Release...116 Accessories Installation...105 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)...50 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid...145 Brake Fluid...147 Clutch Fluid...149 Engine Coolant...140 Engine Oil...135 Manual Transmission Fluid...146 Power Steering Fluid ...149 Windshield Washer Fluid...144 Additional Safety Information ...16 Door Locks...17 Driving with Pets...17 Seat-back Position...16...
... Care...177 Ashtray...66 Audio System...79 Automatic Speed Control...46 Automatic Transmission...112 Capacity, Fluid...210 Checking Fluid Level...145 Shifting...112 Shift Lever Positions...112 Shift Lock Release...116 Accessories Installation...105 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)...50 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid...145 Brake Fluid...147 Clutch Fluid...149 Engine Coolant...140 Engine Oil...135 Manual Transmission Fluid...146 Power Steering Fluid ...149 Windshield Washer Fluid...144 Additional Safety Information ...16 Door Locks...17 Driving with Pets...17 Seat-back Position...16...
Owner's Manual
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... Check Engine Light...34, 199 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...145 Battery Condition...153 Brake Fluid...147 Clutch Fluid...149 Engine Belts...159 Engine Coolant...140 Engine Oil...135 Fuses...201 Manual Transmission Fluid...146 Power Steering Fluid ...149 Checklist, Before Driving...108 Child Safety...18 Cigarette Lighter...65 Cleaner, Air...150 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels...179 Antenna...178 Carpeting ...181 Exterior...178 Fabric...181 Interior...181 Leather...181 Seat Belts...181 Vinyl...181 Washing ...178 Waxing...179 Windows...182 CLEAN Light...94 Clock, Setting the...64 Clutch Fluid...
... Check Engine Light...34, 199 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...145 Battery Condition...153 Brake Fluid...147 Clutch Fluid...149 Engine Belts...159 Engine Coolant...140 Engine Oil...135 Fuses...201 Manual Transmission Fluid...146 Power Steering Fluid ...149 Checklist, Before Driving...108 Child Safety...18 Cigarette Lighter...65 Cleaner, Air...150 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels...179 Antenna...178 Carpeting ...181 Exterior...178 Fabric...181 Interior...181 Leather...181 Seat Belts...181 Vinyl...181 Washing ...178 Waxing...179 Windows...182 CLEAN Light...94 Clock, Setting the...64 Clutch Fluid...
Owner's Manual
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... the Headlights...42 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...145 Engine Oil...135 Directional Signals...43 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...206 Disc Brake Wear Indicators...117 Economy, Fuel...104 Emergencies on the Road...185 Battery, Jump Starting ...193 Changing a Flat Tire...187 Charging System Indicator...198 Check Engine Light...199 Checking the Fuses...202 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...197 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 199 Manually Closing Moonroof .. 200 Overheated Engine...195 Emergency Brake...63 Fabric, Cleaning...181 Fan, Interior...
... the Headlights...42 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...145 Engine Oil...135 Directional Signals...43 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...206 Disc Brake Wear Indicators...117 Economy, Fuel...104 Emergencies on the Road...185 Battery, Jump Starting ...193 Changing a Flat Tire...187 Charging System Indicator...198 Check Engine Light...199 Checking the Fuses...202 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...197 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 199 Manually Closing Moonroof .. 200 Overheated Engine...195 Emergency Brake...63 Fabric, Cleaning...181 Fan, Interior...
Owner's Manual
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... 5-speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the...111 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...58 Flat Tire, Changing a...187 Fluids Automatic Transmission...145 Brake...147 Clutch...149 Manual Transmission...146 Power Steering...149 Windshield Washer...144 FM Stereo Radio Reception...81 Folding Rear Seat...57 Foreign Countries, Driving in...99 Four-way Flashers...58 Four Wheel Steering (4WS) Description...214 Indicator Light...35 Operation...119 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker...206 Fuel...98 Fill Door and Cap ...100 Filter...152 Gauge...38 Octane Requirement...98 Oxygenated...
... 5-speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the...111 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...58 Flat Tire, Changing a...187 Fluids Automatic Transmission...145 Brake...147 Clutch...149 Manual Transmission...146 Power Steering...149 Windshield Washer...144 FM Stereo Radio Reception...81 Folding Rear Seat...57 Foreign Countries, Driving in...99 Four-way Flashers...58 Four Wheel Steering (4WS) Description...214 Indicator Light...35 Operation...119 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker...206 Fuel...98 Fill Door and Cap ...100 Filter...152 Gauge...38 Octane Requirement...98 Oxygenated...
Owner's Manual
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..., Engine...195 Neutral Gear Position...114 New Vehicle Break-in...98 Normal Shift Speeds...111 NOTICE, Explanation of...ii Numbers, Identification...208 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...170 Rear Seat, Folding...57 Rear View Mirror...61 Rear Window Defogger ...58 Reclining the Seat Backs...54 Recommended Shift Speeds...111 Reminder Lights...31 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...150 Coolant...142 Engine Oil and Filter...138 Fuel Filter...151 Fuses...201 Light Bulbs...165 Schedule...129 Spark Plugs...151 Tires...162 Wiper Blades...156 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash...9 Reserve Tank, Coolant...
..., Engine...195 Neutral Gear Position...114 New Vehicle Break-in...98 Normal Shift Speeds...111 NOTICE, Explanation of...ii Numbers, Identification...208 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...170 Rear Seat, Folding...57 Rear View Mirror...61 Rear Window Defogger ...58 Reclining the Seat Backs...54 Recommended Shift Speeds...111 Reminder Lights...31 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...150 Coolant...142 Engine Oil and Filter...138 Fuel Filter...151 Fuses...201 Light Bulbs...165 Schedule...129 Spark Plugs...151 Tires...162 Wiper Blades...156 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash...9 Reserve Tank, Coolant...
Owner's Manual
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... Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in...167 Signaling Turns...43 Snow Tires...165 Solvent-type Cleaners...178 Sound System...79 Spare Tire Inflating...186 Specifications...211 Spark Plugs, Replacing...151 Specifications Charts...210 Speed Control...46 Speedometer...38 SRS Indicator...14, 33 START (Ignition Key Position).. 50 Starting the Engine...109 In Cold Weather at High Altitude...110 With a Dead Battery...193 Steam Coming from Engine...195 Steering Wheel Adjustment...45 Anti-theft Column Lock...50 Stereo...
... Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in...167 Signaling Turns...43 Snow Tires...165 Solvent-type Cleaners...178 Sound System...79 Spare Tire Inflating...186 Specifications...211 Spark Plugs, Replacing...151 Specifications Charts...210 Speed Control...46 Speedometer...38 SRS Indicator...14, 33 START (Ignition Key Position).. 50 Starting the Engine...109 In Cold Weather at High Altitude...110 With a Dead Battery...193 Steam Coming from Engine...195 Steering Wheel Adjustment...45 Anti-theft Column Lock...50 Stereo...
