1997 Honda Prelude Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Controls - Specifications: Capacities

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Application Amp Hr. Rating
Prelude 55
FLUID CAPACITIES

Application Quantity
Crankcase (Includes Filter) 5.1 Qts. (4.8L)
Cooling System (Includes Heater)
Automatic Transaxle 3.4 Qts. (3.2L)
Manual Transaxle
Type SH With ATTS 3.4 Qts. (3.2L)
Except Type SH With ATTS 3.5 Qts. (3.3L)
Active Torque Transfer System (ATTS (1) )
Type SH
Oil Change 1.0 Qt. (0.95L)
Overhaul 1.5 Qts. (1.4L)
Automatic Transaxle (Honda ATF (1) )
Oil Change 2.6 Qts. (2.5L)
Overhaul 6.6 Qts. (6.2L)
Manual Transaxle (Honda MTF (2) )
Oil Change 2.0 Qts. (1.9L)
Overhaul 2.1 Qts. (2.0L)
(1) Use Genuine Honda Premium Formula A/T Fluid (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
(2) API service grade SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil may be used temporarily. However, increased wear and higher shifting effort may result.
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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