turn signal HONDA PRELUDE 1990 Owners Manual

Instrument Panel
TURN SIGNAL/ LIGHT SWITCH/
DIMMER SWITCH
SUNROOFSWITCH
HEADLIGHT

MOTOR
SWITCH PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL KNOB HAZARD WARNING
LIGHT SWITCH
FOG LAMP
SWITCH REAR WINDOW

DEFOGGER

SWITCH
DIGITAL
CLOCK

CENTER

VENTS

CRUISE
CONTROL
MASTER
SWITCH

FUSE BOX COIN BOX
HORN
BUTTON WINDSHIELD
WIPER/WASHER
SWITCH LEVER
IGNITION SWITCH CIGARETTE
LIGHTER
HEATING/
COOLING
CONTROL
PANEL
TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER
FUEL GAUGESHIFT LEVER
POSITION
INDICATOR
(AUTOMATIC)
ODOMETER TRIP METER
TRIP METERRESET BUTTON SAFETY
INDICATOR
LIGHT

COOLANT
TEMPERATURE
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Warning and Indicator Lights

Shift Lever Position indicator (Automatic Transmission only) A lighted indicator between the fuel and coolant temperature
gauges shows which gear you have selected.
NOTE:
The S3 indicator light in the instrument panel also serves a second
function, if the light flashes while driving (in any gear range) it indicates a possible malfunction in the transmission; avoid rapid
acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible.
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights
When the turn signal lever is pushed for left or right turns, the appropriate green indicator arrow on the instrument panel will blink
along with the signal. Turning on the hazard warning switch willmake all turn signals and both arrows blink (see page 33).

Headlight High Beam indicator Light

This blue indicator light will go on whenever the high beams are switched on (see page 31).
Seat Belt Warning Light
The seat belt warning light comes on for a couple of seconds each
time the ignition switch is turned on (see page 13).

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Lights

FIRST
STOP

Turn Signals

Push the turn signal lever down to
signal a left turn, and up for a right

turn. The indicator and
appropriate signal lights will blink.
The lever will return automatically
to its original position when the
steering wheel is returned to

straight ahead.
For lane changing, you can signal by pushing the lever part way up
or down (to the first stop) and holding it there; the lever will return
to its original position when you release it. If either turn signal
indicator lights up but does not blink, blinks faster than usual, or
does not light up at all, check for a burned out bulb or fuse.
FIRST POSITION
Turn
SECOND
POSITION

Headlights

Turn the light switch to the first position ( ) for taillights, side

marker lights, position lights,

license plate lights, and

instrument panel lights. Turn to the second position ( ) to raise

and add the headlights.

When the switch is returned from the second to the first position,
the headlights will go off but will not retract; they retract when the light switch is turned to OFF.
If the driver's door is opened when the light switch is turned to
either "on" position, a chime will sound to remind you to turn off
your lights.
If you wish to raise or retract the headlights when the light switch is
off (to use them as a passing signal for example), you may do so bypushing the headlight motor switch, located on the left side of the
instrument panel; see page 32 for instructions on its use.

CAUTION:

Do not operate the headlight switch or headlight motor switch if
anyone's hands are near the headlights. FIRST
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NOTE:

If the headlight motor switch is pushed in, the headlights will not
retract when the light switch is turned off.
If the headlights neither rise nor retract, they can be operated
manually; see page 123.

If you're driving in wet snow or freezing rain, keep the headlights
in the raised position by using the headlight motor switch; this
way,they can still be used if the headlight motors freeze. If the headlights have frozen in either the up or down position,
remove all ice before operating the headlight motors.
High Beam/Low Beam Switch
The headlights may be switched between low beam and high beamby pulling the turn signal lever
towards you until a click is felt. The blue high beam indicator light will be
on when the high beam is on.

Headlight Flasher

The headlights need not be turned on to use them as a passing signal in the daytime. First raise them with the headlight motor switch,
then lightly pull and release the light switch.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the headlight switch or headlight motor switch if
anyone's hands are near the headlights.

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Headlight Motor Switch
Push the headlight motor switch
to raise and/or retract the headlights while they are off. The

headlights should be raised in this
manner whenever you intend to
use them as a passing signal, or if

there is a possibility of the
headlight motors freezing.

CAUTION:

Do not operate the headlight motor switch if anyone's hands are
near the headlights.
NOTE:
The headlight motor switch will not retract the headlights if they
are already turned on.

If the headlights neither rise nor retract, they can be operated

manually; see page 123

If the headlights have frozen in either the up or down position,
remove all ice before operating the headlight motors.

Fog Lamp Switch (Si)
Push the switch to operate the

fog lamps.
The fog lamps will light only when

the headlights are on at low beam.

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Hazard Warning System
This system should be used only when your car is stopped underemergency or hazardous
conditions. To activate, push the hazard warning switch The
front and rear turn signals will
blink simultaneously and both indicator lights will flash. Push the switch again to turn the

system off.

Panel Brightness Control
When the light switch is in either
of the two "ON" positions, the intensity of the instrument lights
can be adjusted by turning the panel brightness control dial.
Interior Light
The interior light has a three position switch. The light is off all
the time in the OFF position. In
the middle position, it goes on only when a door is opened. In theON position, it is on all the time.

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OFF

DOOR

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Seek Tuning
Each time you push this button up or down, the tuner will
automatically seek the next higher or lower frequency station. Preset Station Selection
1 .Select AM or FM band by depressing the Band Selector. Find the station you want by Manual Tuning or Seek Tuning.
Press and hold one of the Preset Buttons.
2. In a few seconds, a beep will sound and the light in the button will
3. come on. The station is now preset in the memory. You may preset 1 AM and 1 FM station per button.
(total, 6 of each on the 2.0 S and 2.0 Si models and 8 of each on
the Si model).
4. You can tune to a preset station by pushing its corresponding preset button.

NOTE: On the Si model

The Auto Preset button must be off before the Preset Station Selection can be used. Auto Select Button (Si only)
If you are visiting a new broadcast area, you can quickly enter into
memory the stronger stations in that area by simply pushing the
Auto Select Button. The radio will then automatically scan the AM
and FM bands and temporarily memorize up to eight stations in each.
With the Auto Select Button on, these stations can then be tuned by pushing the preset buttons. Manually-preset stations remainmemorized for use when you return to your normal broadcast area,
but are only selectable with the Auto Select Button off. Stereo indicator
This lights up when an FM broadcast in stereo is being received. It will flash when the signal strength diminishes. If it flashes, good
stereo reception cannot be expected. Stereo reception is available
only for FM stereo broadcasts, not for AM stereo broadcasts.

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Towing a Trailer (cont'd)

Hitches

Use only a hitch recommended by your Honda dealer. The hitch

should be bolted securely to the car and installed by a qualified

technician. Do not use a hitch designed for temporary installation
and never use one that attaches only to the bumper.
Trailer Brakes and safety chains
The Honda Automobile Division recommends that trailers equippedwith brakes, should conform to any applicable federal and stateregulations, When using a trailer equipped with electric brakes, a
trailer brake controller that connects to the car's electrical system is recommended. Installing a brake controller that connects to the car's
brake hydraulic system could result in brake fluid contamination or
leaks, A safety chain must always be used between the car and the
trailer. Leave sufficient slack in the chain so that it does not bind in
sharp turns. The chain should cross under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground.

Tires
Make sure your car's are properly inflated. Adjust tire pressure

to the recommended tire pressure indicated on the label attached to
the edge of the driver's door.The trailer tires should be of the proper size, load rating and inflated to the pressure recommended
by the trailer manufacturer.
Trailer Lights
Trailer light must comply with federal, state and local regulations. See your local recreation vehicle dealer or rental agency for the

correct type of lighting and wiring for your trailer, Check for correct
operation of the turn signals and stop lights each time you hitch up.

CAUTION:

Connections to your car's electrical system should be made by
your Honda dealer or a qualified electrician.Improper installation

may damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a

malfunction of the lights.
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Check the following items at each fuel stop:

1. Engine oil level.

2. Radiator coolant level.
Check the following items periodically: 1. Brakes: for braking efficiency, brake pedal travel and hydraulic fluid level.
2. Lights: for operation of headlights, taillights, side marker lights, stoplights, turn signals and back-up lights.
3. Tires: for correct pressures (including spare); inspect for cuts and uneven or excessive wear. Rotate every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
in the pattern shown on page 107.
4. Steering: for excessive play or vibration while driving. 5. Exhaust system: for leaks or loose mounts.
6. Wipers: for operation of windshield wipers and washer, and condition of wiper blades.
7. Seat belts: for condition of fabric and buckles, and operation of the restraint mechanism.

8. Battery condition.

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Bulb Replacement

NOTE:
See page 126 for bulb specifications.
Front turn signal lights, and position lights
Rear side marker, turn signal, brake/taillights and back-up lights
Front side marker/turn signal lights
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