1990 HONDA PRELUDE window

Inspection

All parts of the seat belts, including the belt fabric, should be regularly inspected for fraying, loosening, wear and other damage.
Keep the belts in good condition at all times to reduce the chance of
being injured in an accident, and to minimize any injuries that do
occur. Make sure the buckles, retractors, tongue plates, guides and anchors all work properly.
Don't let anything get inside the buckle or the retractor; it could
cause latch or retractor failure.
The components of the front automatic lap/shoulder belts are
contained in the doors. If the doors are damaged in an accident, have the dealer check the restraint system's function. The
automatic lap/shoulder belts may not function properly if the door is not completely repaired.

Cleaning

The belts should be always kept clean and dry; wet or damp belts can cause rewinding problems. The front seat belts are coated for resistance to water and stains. To clean the belts, pull them all the
way out of their retractors and use warm water; then let them air-
dry fully extended, in the shade, with the car windows open. Do not scrub or use detergents to clean the seat belts.
Never bleach, dye or clean the belts with chemical solvents; it
will weaken the fabric.
Do not remove the seat belts from the car to wash them.

Replacement
Replace the seat belt if:
1. The beltin g is cut, punctured, burned, etc.
2. Th
e buckle or retractor does not work properly.
3. It was being worn at the time of a collision (also cheek for deformation damage at all seat belt anchor points).
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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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Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger (cont'd)

CAUTION:
Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer; it will
damage the paint. Do not use a vinegar/water combination in the windshield
washer; it will damage the pump.
Prolonged operation of the washer without fluid may damage
the pump.
In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defrosters
before using the washer. This will help prevent icing which could
seriously impair visibility.
Rear Window Defogger Push the switch to turn the
defogger on or off. The indicator will light when the defogger is on.

The defogger will turn off
automatically 24 minutes after itis turned on.

CAUTION:

When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the printed heater wires on the rear window. Wipe thewindow horizontally along the wires, not up and down. Use a good quality commercial washer fluid for all-weather cleaning.ProCarManuals.comMain Menu s t

Power Windows (Si)

The power windows can be
operated only when the ignition
switch is in the "II" position.
The operation of the windows is
controlled by the main switch
located in the master control panelon the armrest of the driver's door.
When the main switch is off, only the driver's door window can be

opened and closed.

When the main switch is on, both door windows can be opened and
closed by the driver, using the
appropriate switch in the master

control panel, and the passenger

window can be opened by the passenger, using the switch located
on the armrest of the passenger

door.

When opening or closing a window, push and hold the switch in either
the "up" or "down" direction until the window reaches the desired position, then release.
NOTE:
The driver's window can be opened fully, without the driver having
to hold the switch down, simply by pushing the switch past the first
"stop."
Be sure, before closing any window, that all hands, arms and
other obstructions are clear of the window frame and glass;
severe personal injury could result.
Always keep the main switch in the off position when children
are in the car; injury may result from unintentional window

operation.
MAIN SWITCH

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Heating and Cooling
The vents, heater and air conditioner are combined in one system; adjusting four basic controls to different settings can provide a fullrange of interior temperatures for safe and comfortable driving,
(Air conditioner is optional on the 2.0 S and 2.0 Si models.)
Ventilation
The flow-through ventilation system can provide fresh air to theinterior when the car is moving or stopped, even with the sunroof
and windows closed.

NOTE:

For proper air flow, the flow-through vents must not be covered.
Keep the air inlet at the base of the windshield free of leaves or
other debris.
You can adjust the controls to direct cool or warm outside air
throughout the car for defogging windows, heating, or cooling by
turning on the fan.

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AIR INLET

AIR OUTLET
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Heating and Cooling (cont'd)

NOTE:

The windows may become fogged if the system is in the
position for an extended period of time with the air

conditioner off. As soon as the interior is warmed, switch to the
position.
How to Use the Controls
To Ventilate Move the temperature lever to the left, and push the buttons. Turn the fan switch on and outside air will flow
through the side and center vents. To change air distribution, select
To Cool with A/C (optional on the 2.0 S and 2.0 Si models)
To cool the car down quickly, start the engine, then turn the fanswitch to high, push the A/C button on and open the windows briefly. Then close the windows, slide the temperature lever to the
When the interior has cooled desired speed, then push the (outside) air to the air conditioner.
When using the air conditioner in heavy traffic, or while driving up long hills, watch the coolant temperature gauge: if the needle movesnear the "H" end of the scale, turn the air conditioner off by
pushing the A/C button ; leave it off until the needle goes back well
into the middle of the scale.
and

the
ducts at the floor level. position and outside air will also flow from the heater
sufficiently, switch the fan to thebutton to direct fresh

and

left, push the
recirculate to the buttons, so inside air will
air conditioner for maximum cooling.ProCarManuals.comMain Menu t s

To Heat
Switch the fan on, slide the temperature lever to the right, push the
button, and warmed (outside) air will begin flowing from
the floor outlet.
Selecting the
direct a small amount of air through the dash vents in addition to the
floor outlets. button, will
button instead of the
To warm up the interior quickly, push in the inside air will recirculate to the heater. button so
position,
begin to fog while heating in the
to allow outside air to enter.
If the windows
switch to

To Defrost

To defrost or defog the windshield and
temperature lever to the right, push the door windows, slide the
(defrost) button,
switch on. Warmed
(outside) air will then flow from the windshield and side defroster

vents.
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Heating and Cooling (cont'd)

To Dehumidify with A/C(optional on the 2.0 S and 2.0 Si models) Because an air conditioner dehumidifies as it works, you can use it
in cool or cold weather to help defog the windows. Just switch the
fan on, push the A/C button on, select the desired function and
adjust the temperature lever to a comfortable setting.
NOTE:
This setting is desirable for most operating conditions in ambient
temperatures above approximately 32°F (0°C).
To Turn Everything OFFSlide the temperature lever to the left, turn the fan switch off and push the

NOTE:

This setting should only be used in cold weather for the first few minutes of driving to prevent cold air from blowing into the cabin.
Under normal operating conditions, the fan should always be kept
ON to prevent the accumulation of stale air in the system. button on.ProCarManuals.comMain Menu t s