20 Most Recent 1989 Honda Prelude - Page 4 Questions & Answers

Most older honda's do not have trans filters and only require a drain & fill of the fluid.

try your fuel pump relay

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There are some possibilities which you will have to check in this case:--

1) First of all check the power and voltage to the battery. With meter it will show exact 12 volt if the battery is charged. If the voltage is less get the battery charged at local auto repair shop. If the battery is internally drained and not getting charged then its time to replace the battery.

2) When you crank the car do you see spark coming at the spark plug? If no then its time to check the spark plugs and coil pack. If the spark plugs are not worn out and looks new then its time to check coil pack. The spark plug gets power to spark from coil pack.

3) The other thing to check in this case is the starter solenoid of the car. If the battery is charged and you start the car then it gives power to the starter to start the car. But if starter is faulty or not connected properly then car will not start.

4) The other thing to check in this case is fuel in the car. If there is fuel in the car then check the blockages in the fuel pump if the fuel pump looks proper then check the fuel filter above the fuel pump.

5) If all the above possibilities mentioned above checked out OK/perfect then it's a electrical issue and the wiring's in the car needs to be checked. The car gets power from the battery to get started. so the wires from battery needs to be checked one by one.

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i have seen similar cases where the alternator is from a newer or different model and the 4 th wire doesn't apply, just connect it and see what happens

check for power with someone cranking the engine if power pump is bad if not look into the main relay also timing belt

purchase or order a shop manual it will be well worth it when it omes to your wiring

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Hi,
Sounds like your power brake Vacuum Booster has a leak. The vacuum
leak will cause the engine to lose RPM.
You should have it checked out as it will eventually start affecting your
brakes.

So you have no crank no start correct?
Battery must be fully charged ( three day charge) or new.Make sure battery cables are clean and tight.
Use meter and make sure B+ making it to starter .
If B+ not at starter then check cable to starter and neutral safety switch and ignition switch.

This is for crank no start

B+ goes from battery to Ignition switch to coil to switching device( ignition module) to plug.
use a volt meter and find out where B+ stops.

go to a junk yard they always have fuse covers

the fuel inertia switch should be located on drivers side of the trunk. there will be hole in the liner the relay is located behind it

you could try looking in the fuse box in the engine bay should be in there

Go to the horn remove the electrical connectors and jump it directly to the battery. if it works then you have to get the wiring diagram for the horn and check for B+ at the electrical connector to the horn,fuse and relay.
If all is good before you go to the horn switch protected by an air bag on the steering wheel READ THE SHOP MANUAL on stabilizing the air bag before you check out this switch. Remember this could be a $1200 dollar mistake if you deploy that air bag so be careful. Any problems write back I'll get you threw it.

I would start with fuel filter. They are cheap and this is the problem they cause.

Honda Accord/Prelude 1984-1995 Repair Guide

Starter
Accords and Preludes may be fitted with either a direct-drive starter or a gear reduction starter. The differences are internal and depend on the manufacturer of the starter.

The two units are similar in operation and service. Both starters are 4-pole, series wound, DC units to which an outboard solenoid is mounted. When the ignition switch is turned to the START position, the solenoid armature is drawn in, engaging the starter pinion with the engine flywheel. When the starter pinion and flywheel are fully engaged, the solenoid armature closes the main contacts for the starter, causing the starter to crank the engine


When the engine starts, the increased speed of the flywheel causes the gear to overrun the starter clutch and rotor. The gear continues in full mesh until the ignition is released from the START to the ON position, interrupting the starter current. A spring then returns the gear to its neutral position.


REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect both battery terminals, negative first.
2. Disconnect the large cable from the starter motor; label and disconnect the wiring to the starter solenoid. Certain engine/transmission combinations have an engine harness secured in a clip on the starter or transaxle. Remove the harness from the clip and position it out of the way.

Fig. 1: Gear reduction starter used on some Honda models


Fig. 2: Direct-drive starter used on some Honda models

1. Remove the starter motor by loosening the attaching bolts.
   

To install:

1. To install, reverse the removal procedures. Tighten the starter-to-engine bolts to 47 ft. lbs. (64 Nm) on the Accord V-6 and 32 ft. lbs. (45 Nm) on other models.
2. Connect the wiring to the starter securely.
3. Connect the battery cables, positive cable first.

STARTER SOLENOID REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the starter from the vehicle.
2. Remove the screws securing the solenoid to the starter housing.
3. Pull out the solenoid. On the Nippodenso type, there is a spring on the shaft and a steel ball at the end of the shaft, be sure not to lose them. On the Mitsuba type, move the solenoid away from the plane of the armature to disengage it from the solenoid lever.
   

To install:

1. Install the solenoid with a new gasket (if equipped). On the Mitsuba type, make certain the lever is correctly installed to, and engaged with, the lever. On the Nippodenso unit, make certain the steel ball and spring are correctly placed. All the sliding surfaces of the solenoid should be lightly greased before installation.
2. Tighten the retaining screws until snug.
3. Install the starter.

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Check Fuel pressure with gauge to see pressure is not out more that 5 psi variance of spec. If initial pressure is good, Start with Vulture pump and then on to the ground on the sending unit in the tank attached to the fuel pump assembly. Easy access through the trunk. Ground wire insulation should not be brittle an cracked.Replace wire with 14 stranded THHN or wire from spare harnessing. Wire should be pliable and have good mechanical connection on the spade connector. Ensure clean connection as corrosion of dissimilar metals will invite corrosion over time.

The fuse panel under the steering column and to the left is known to have minor issues. I fixed by placing a pen cap between 3rd and 4th fuse on top row. The contacts that the fuses seat in wear with changing fuses. Wiggle each fuse starting on top row from left to right with key in on position and you are likely to discover the culprit fuse. Other that that, Remove the fuse panel by 10mm hex bolts and examine the electrical / mechanical connections on back of fuse bus.

the reason it wont start is because of the fuel pump relay is faulty.. just run a wire from the inside of your trunk from 1 of the wires on top of the tank to ur fuse box... it will always start from now on....