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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Honda Prelude

  • 1996 Honda Prelude S 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2156, Fuel Injection
  • 1996 Honda Prelude SI 2.3 L4 GAS, CC:2259, Fuel Injection
  • 1996 Honda Prelude Vtec 2.2 L4 GAS, CC:2156, Fuel Injection

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Installation -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Removal -> Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude Vtec 2.2 L4 GAS

Front

Replace
Removal

Ensure dirt or other foreign matter is not allowed to contaminate brake fluid. Do not mix different types of brake fluid, as they might not be compatible.

  • Refer to Figs. through when replacing calipers.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assemblies.
  • Remove banjo bolt and disconnect brake hose from caliper, Fig. .
  • Remove caliper bolts, then the caliper.
Installation
  • Install caliper and caliper bolts.
  • Connect brake hose to caliper, then install banjo bolt.
  • Bleed front brakes, then install wheel and tire assemblies.
Overhaul
Disassem...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude Vtec 2.2 L4 GAS

The caliper assembly consists of a pin slider caliper housing, inner and outer pad and lining assemblies and a single piston. The caliper slides on two pins which also act as attaching bolts between the caliper and caliper br...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> 1993 -> 1993 Accord -> 1994-96 -> 1994-96 Accord -> Accord -> Accumulator -> Accumulator Disposal -> Brake Fluid Change -> Brake System Bleed -> Civic -> Civic & Civic del Sol -> Civic del Sol -> Civic, Civic del Sol, Prelude & 1993 Accord -> Component Replacement -> Control Unit -> Front -> Front Speed Sensor -> Modulator -> Odyssey -> Odyssey & 1994-96 Accord -> Power Unit -> Prelude -> Prelude & 1993 Accord -> Pulser & Sensor Gap Measurement -> Rear -> Rear Speed Sensor -> System Pressure Relief
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude S 2.2 L4 GAS

System Pressure Relief

Odyssey & 1994-96 Accord
  • Remove bleeder cap from maintenance bleeder on modulator unit, then attach a suitable wrench to bleeder.
  • Connect a rubber tube to bleeder and place other end in a container, Fig. .
  • While holding tube in hand, loosen maintenance bleeder 1/8 to 1/4 turn and collect fluid in container. Do not loosen bleeder too much; brake fluid is under high pressure and can burst out.
  • Tighten maintenance bleeder to specification.
Civic, Civic del Sol, Prelude & 1993 Accord
  • Drain brake fluid from master cylinder and modulator reservoir thoroug...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1993 Accord -> Civic & Civic del Sol -> Odyssey & 1994-96 Accord -> Prelude -> Self Diagnosis
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude SI 2.3 L4 GAS

Self Diagnosis

Refer to wiring circuits Figs. through when diagnosing the anti-lock brake system.

Prelude
  • Turn ignition switch on and ensure anti-lock warning light comes on.
  • Start engine and check anti-lock warning light. If light goes off, there is no problem with anti-lock brake system. If light comes on, continue test.
  • Stop engine and disconnect service check connector from connector cover located under front of center console.
  • Connect both terminals of service check connector with a jumper wire, Fig. .
  • Turn ignition switch on and record blinking frequency of anti-lock...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> Pushrod Clearance -> Pushrod Length
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude S 2.2 L4 GAS

Pushrod Clearance

Master cylinder pushrod-to-piston clearance must be checked and adjusted before installing master cylinder.

  • Using pushrod adjustment gauge tool No. 07JAG-SD40100, or equivalent, adjust bolt so top of it is flush with end of master cylinder piston, Fig. .
  • Install master cylinder rod seal between pushrod bolt adjustment gauge and brake booster.
  • Without disturbing position of adjusting bolts, install gauge upside down on booster and torque nuts to 11 ft. lbs.
  • Connect booster inline with a vacuum gauge, and maintain an engine speed that will deliver 20 inches of vacu...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Honda Prelude AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Honda Prelude cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Power Booster Overhaul -> Power Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Honda Prelude S 2.2 L4 GAS

Power Booster, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
  • Disconnect vacuum hose from booster, then remove vacuum hose bracket.
  • On Accord models, remove throttle control cable bracket.
  • On Prelude models, remove throttle/cruise control cable bracket, then remove throttle cable grommet from engine compartment bulkhead.
  • On Prelude models, remove IAT sensor from intake manifold.
  • On Accord and Odyssey models, remove wiring harness from clamp.
  • On Accord models with M/T, remove clutch reservoir and reservoir brac...

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