1986 Honda Prelude Maintenance Schedule

You want your Honda Prelude to last as long as possible. With the right maintenance at the right time, your Prelude has a good chance of hitting 200,000 miles or more. But how do you know what service to get and when? It can be overwhelming, but fortunately, there’s a resource that takes the guesswork out of routine Prelude maintenance. It’s as easy as following the recommended maintenance schedule that’s been written specifically for your 1986 Honda Prelude!

The recommended maintenance schedule is put together by Honda, your vehicle manufacturer. Driving conditions, climate variations, and other variables can affect which scheduled maintenance services you’ll need; however, recommended maintenance usually includes services like fluid exchanges, filter changes, new brake pads, oil changes, and tire rotations. Staying on track with routine service appointments can help your Prelude perform better, decrease your risk of dangerous malfunctions on the road, and prevent common 1986 Honda Prelude problems.

Head to your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care in your 1986 Honda Prelude for factory-recommended routine maintenance and a skilled technician will start the appointment with a Courtesy Check. The Courtesy Check helps us see what we’re working with under the hood, and allows us to alert you to any potential problems before they worsen. Each Courtesy Check includes a free battery test and an inspection of your Prelude's windshield wiper blades, head and tail lights, filters, fluid levels, tires, and alignment.

Maybe it's time to find a new auto battery for your 1986 Honda Prelude. Batteries generally need to be replaced every three to five years. There’s a chance you’ll need a replacement sooner, but it depends on the climate in your area as well as your driving habits. Taking short trips or exposing your car to extreme temperatures (like in the dead of winter or heat of summer) could reduce the life expectancy of your Honda Prelude battery. While you could wait until your battery fails and you hear the dreaded "click," you're better off replacing it before then! Otherwise, your battery could die unexpectedly, leaving you and your Prelude stranded. Your Honda Prelude won't be going anywhere without a strong battery.

Staying on schedule for battery replacements and motor oil changes can help your 1986 Honda Prelude's engine run smoother. To learn how often Honda recommends you have the oil changed in your 1986 Prelude, check out the information table at the beginning of this page. Keep in mind that your oil change interval could be different given your driving style and climate. A Firestone Complete Auto Care technician will be happy to help you determine the best oil change frequency for your car’s needs. We can also answer any questions you have about what type of oil to use for your 1986 Honda Prelude.

Routine upkeep for your Honda Prelude suspension and steering system can not only ensure a smooth ride; it can also help you maintain control of your car in compromised road conditions. Don’t let a misalignment or pulling steering wheel put you in danger. Bring your car to Firestone Complete Auto Care, where our technicians can check your car’s steering components and, if necessary, perform Honda Prelude suspension and steering services. These might include wheel alignment, power steering fluid flushes and replenishments, ball joint lubrication, wheel bearing replacement, and strut replacement. To keep your car running at its best, it’s essential to have regular maintenance services on your Honda Prelude's steering and suspension system.

Without routine Honda Prelude maintenance, you might find yourself with a hot mess on your hands – quite literally. A damaged A/C system is never fun, and an overheated engine can cause significant issues (like a total car breakdown!). Our technicians have you covered there, too, with the tools and expertise to care for your entire Honda Prelude cooling, heating, and climate control system. Is it time to replace the radiator in your Honda Prelude? We can take care of that. A/C smelling musty? We'll fix it. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for 1986 Honda Prelude maintenance.

Don’t wait until something goes wrong with your car. Visit your nearest location for proactive maintenance today.