2000 HONDA PRELUDE ABS

Wipe
r Blade s
To replace the blade:
1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.Raise the driver's side first, then
the passenger's side. 2. Disconnect the blade assembly
from the wiper arm by pushing inthe lock tab. Hold it in while you
push the blade assembly toward
the base of the arm. 3. Remove the blade from its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder.

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Maintenanc e

WIPE
R ARM S
LOCK TA B
BLAD
E

Wipe
r Blades , Ai r Conditionin g Syste m

4. Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal rein-
forcement along the back edge,
remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and
install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.Lower the passenger's side first,
then the driver's side. Ai
r Conditionin g Syste m
Your car's air conditioning is a sealed system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualified mechanic. You can do a couple of things to make sure theair conditioning works efficiently.
Maintenanc e
BLAD
E
REINFORCEMEN T
AI
R CONDITIONIN G CONDENSE R

Tire
s

The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally supplied with the car. Tire size and
construction can affect wheel speed
and may cause the system to work in-

consistently.

If you ever need to replace a wheel,
make sure the wheel's specifications match those of the original wheel
that came on your car. Replacement
wheels are available at your Honda
dealer.
Wheel
s an d Tire s

Wheel:
16x6 1/2 JJ

Tire:

205/50R1687V

See page 266 for information about
DOT Tire Quality Grading.
Winte
r Drivin g

Tires that are marked "M
+ S" or
"All Season" on the sidewal
l have an
all-weather tread design. They should be suitable for most winter
driving conditions. Tires without
these markings are designed for optimum traction in dry conditions.
They may not provide adequate performance in winter driving.For the best performance in snowy
or icy conditions, you should installsnow tires or tire chains. They may
be required by local laws under certain conditions.

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Maintenanc e

Light
s

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing theconnector on both sides to unlock
the tab. Pull the connector straight off.
3. Remove the rubber weather sealby pulling on the tab.
4. Unclip the end of the hold-down wire from its slot. Pivot it out ofthe way and remove the bulb. 5. Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in theirslots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place and clip the end into
the slot.
6. Install the rubber seal over the back of the headlight assembly.Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked "TOP."
7. Push the electrical connector onto the tabs of the new bulb. Makesure it locks in place.
Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.

Maintenance

BUL
B
HOLD -
DOW N
WIR E
WEATHE R SEA L
CONNECTO R

Light
s

Replacin g a High-moun t Brak e
Ligh t Bul b
(Excep t Typ e S H model )
1. Remove the high-mount brake light assembly by pushing itslightly toward the rear windshield
and sliding it out of the rear shelf. 2. Remove the socket from the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms. 4. Reinstall the socket. Turn it
clockwise until it locks.
5. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
6. Reinstall the high-mount brake light assembly on the rear shelf.
Make sure the tabs on the high-
mount brake light assembly fit
into the slots.
Maintenance
HIGH-MOUN
T BRAK E
LIGH T ASSEMBL Y

Light
s

Replacin g Bulb s in th e Interio r
Courtes y Light s
The courtesy lights in the doors and roof come apart the same way. Theydo not all use the same bulb.
The spotlight bulbs are in the ceiling light housing.
1. Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens witha fingernail file or a small flat-tipscrewdriver. Do not pry on the
edge of the housing around the

lens.

Ceiling light:Pry on the front edge of the
lens in the middle.

On Type SH
Door light: Pry on the top middle of the

lens.
CEILIN
G LIGH T

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.

3. Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs. Snap the lens back in place.
DOO
R LIGH T

Maintenanc e

Lights
Replacin g th e Trun k Ligh t Bul b
1. Open the trunk. Pull down the trunk light cover.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs.
3. Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs.
4. Push the cover back in place.
Maintenanc e
TRUNK LIGH T

Interio
r Care , Corrosio n Protectio n

Ai r Freshener s
If you want to use an air freshener/
deodorizer in the interior of your car,
it is best to use a solid type. Some
liquid air fresheners contain chemi-
cals that may cause parts of the
interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor.
If you use a liquid air freshener,
make sure you fasten it securely so it
does not spill as you drive. Corrosio
n Protectio n
Two factors normally contribute to causing corrosion in your car:
1. Moisture trapped in body cavities. Dirt and road salt that collects in
hollows on the underside of the car stays damp, promoting
corrosion in that area.
2. Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and
underside of the car.
Many corrosion-preventive measures are built into your Honda. You can
help keep your car from corroding
by performing some simple periodic
maintenance:
Repair chips and scratches in the
paint as soon as you discover them. Inspect and clean out the drain
holes in the bottom of the doors
and body. Check the floor coverings for
dampness. Carpeting and floor
mats may remain damp for a long-
time, especially in winter. This dampness can eventually cause
the floor panels to corrode. Use a high-pressure spray to clean
the underside of your car. This is especially important in areas that
use road salt in winter. It is also a
good idea in humid climates andareas subject to salt air. Be careful
of the ABS wheel sensors and
wiring at each wheel. Have the corrosion-preventive
coatings on the underside of your
car inspected and repaired
periodically.
Appearanc e Car e