recommended oil HONDA PRELUDE 2000 Owner's Manual (in English)
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Maintenanc
e
This section explains why it is important to keep your car well
maintained and to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions for simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to per-
form more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See
page 279 for information on how toobtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer.
Maintenance Safety....................... 168
Important Safety Precautions ..169
Maintenance Schedule.................. 170
Required Maintenance Record.... 177 Owner Maintenance Checks........ 17
9
Fluid Locations............................... 180
Engine Oil.......................................
181
Adding Oil...................................
181
Recommended Oil.....................
181
Synthetic Oil............................... 182
Additives.....................................182
Changing
the Oil and Filter...... 183
Cooling System.............................. 185 Adding Engine Coolant............. 185Replacing Engine Coolant........ 187
Windshield Washers..................... 190
Transmission Fluid........................ 19
1
Automatic Transmission.......................... 19
1
5-speed ManualTransmission.......................... 192
Brake an
d Clutch Fluid................. 193
Brake System............................. 193 Clutch System............................ 194
Power Steering............................... 194
Air Cleaner Element...................... 195
Hood Latch.....................................
196
Spark Plugs.....................................
196
Replacement...............................
196
Specifications.............................
198
Battery............................................
198
Wiper Blades.................................. 200
Air Conditionin g
System............... 202
Air Conditioning Filter.................. 203 Drive Belts...................................... 204
Timing Belt..................................... 204
Tires................................................ 205
Inflation.......................................205
Inspection................................... 206
Maintenance............................... 20
7
Tire Rotation.............................. 208
Replacing Tire s
and Wheels .... 208
Wheels and Tires....................... 209
Winter Driving...........................209
Snow Tires.............................. 210
Tire Chains............................. 210
Lights..............................................
211
Headlight Aimimg..................... 213
Replacing Bulbs........................ .
214
Storing Your Car............................ 225
Maintenance
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Engin
e Oi l
Addin g Oi l
To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and replace the
engine oil fill cap. Tighten it securely.
Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level. Do not fill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.
Recommende
d Oi l
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine's performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade deter- gent oil. It is highly recommended
that you use Genuine Honda MotorOil in your vehicle for as long as you
own it.
You can determine an oil's SAE
viscosity and Service Classification
from the API Service label on the oil container.
A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the
API Service label by the words "Energy Conserving." This oil is
formulated to help your engine use
less fuel.
The API Service label also tells you
the service classification of the oil.
Always use an oil that is labeled "API Service SJ." This service rating may
include other classifications, such asCD. These additional classifications
are not a problem, as long as the
label also carries the SJ classification.
API SERVIC E LABE L
Maintenanc e
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Protecting Adults............................. 12 Additional Safety Precautions.... 19
Advice for Pregnant Women...... 19
Protecting Children......................... 21 Protecting Infants........................ 29
Protecting Larger Children........ 37
Protecting Small Children.......... 33
Using Child Seats with Tethers...................................... 40
Radiator Overheating.................... 246 Radio/CD Sound System.............. 106
Rear End Towing........................... 258
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 219
Rear Seat Access ............................. 81
Rear Seat, Folding........................... 84
Rear View Mirror............................. 88
Rear Window Defogger.................. 65
Reclining the Seat Backs................ 80
Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 143
Reminder Lights.............................. 53
Remote Transmitter........................ 75
Replacement Information Air Cleaner Element.................. 195
Coolant........................................ 187
Engine Oil and Filter................. 183
Fuses...........................................254
Light Bulbs................................. 214
Schedule..................................... 170
Spark Plugs................................. 196
Timing Belt................................. 204
Tires............................................ 208
Wiper Blades.............................. 200
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash.............................................44
Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant.... 131
Restraint, Child................................ 21
Reverse Gear Position................... 146
Rotation, Tire................................. 208
Safety Belts......................................... 8
Safety Features.................................. 7
Airbags............................................ 9Door Locks................................... 1
1
Head Restraints........................... 10
Seat Belts........................................
8
Seats & Seat-Backs...................... 10
Safety Labels, Location of.............. 50
Safety Messages................................
ii
Seat Belt, Additional Information..
4
2
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 42
Seat Belt Maintenance................ 44
Seat Belt System Components... 42
Seat Belts............................................8
Cleaning...................................... 231
Maintenance................................. 44
Reminder Light and Beeper....... 54
System Components.................... 42
Tether Attachment Points.......... 40
Use During Pregnancy................ 19
Seat Heaters..................................... 83
Seats, Adjusting the......................... 80
Sequential SportShift Mode ......... 147
Serial Number................................ 262
Service Intervals............................ 172
Service Manual* ............................ 279
Service Station Procedures .......... 127
Setting the Clock............................. 90
Shifting The Automatic Transmission .. 144
The 5-speed Manual
Transmission.......................... 142
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 144
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