One of the most common problems that can happen with a vehicle over time is it’ll begin leaking power steering fluid. Without the power steering system, your Prelude would be very difficult to drive. Most of the weight of the vehicle is absorbed by the power steering system, making it feel much lighter than it really … Read more
A burning smell is one of the most troublesome problems you can experience in a vehicle. If your Honda Prelude has a burning smell, there are many potential causes. Typically, the smell is caused by some type of fluid (oil, trans fluid, etc…) hitting the exhaust or other hot parts of the engine or … Read more
The engine burning oil is one of the most common problems that a vehicle can encounter, particularly one with high mileage. If your Honda Prelude is burning oil it is typically caused by piston rings or valve guides. How Much Oil Consumption is Normal? Most auto manufacturers are hesitant to tell you … Read more
P0463 is a moderately common OBDII trouble code that can occur in your Honda Prelude. It indicates that the vehicles computer has detected an inaccurate fuel level reading. It shouldn’t affect the drivability of your Prelude, but it can be inconvenient. Your Prelude will get the P0463 code when the signal coming from the … Read more
One of the more jarring vehicle problems that you can experience is a backfire. It sounds like a shotgun blast and can scare you if you’re not prepared for it. If your Honda Prelude is backfiring, common causes include improper engine timing, bad spark plugs, engine running rich, and plug wires (if so equipped). … Read more
If you’ve recently checked your Honda Prelude’s coolant, and it looks almost like it has butter in it, then you probably have oil in it. Oil in your coolant is most often caused by a blown head gasket. It can also be caused by a cracked head or even a bad radiator (well sorta, you’d … Read more
One of the worst problems that can happen to your Honda Prelude is overheating. Common symptoms of overheating include smoke coming from under the hood, a pegged temperature gauge, and (eventually) a blown head gasket. If your Prelude is overheating, stop driving it immediately to avoid damaging the engine. Ignoring an overheating engine can lead … Read more
Your Honda Prelude’s windows protect you from the elements, and they protect the interior from damage. If your window won’t go up, there are a few common issues that can cause this problem. These include a blown fuse, bad window motor, wiring issues, and the switch. Power Window Won’t Go Up Causes: Honda Prelude … Read more
Your Honda Prelude’s brake system is the most important safety feature on the vehicle. Without a reliable braking system, it is dangerous to keep driving your Prelude. A brake fluid leak is a serious problem. It is usually caused by a failure of a seal, brake line, master cylinder reservoir, and a few other … Read more
Your Honda Prelude‘s fuel cap is part of it’s emissions system. It keeps fuel vapor from escaping out of the fuel filler neck. The check fuel cap typically will appear if the fuel cap is bad, or if it has not been tightened all the way. What Your Prelude’s Gas Cap Does The Prelude’s gas … Read more