2026 Honda Prelude Owner's Manual

2026 Honda Prelude owners manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Honda
Model:
Prelude

Online manual

Size:
4.39 MB

Table of Contents

California Proposition 65 Warning
2
A Few Words About Safety
2
About Other Displays
3
About This Manual
3
System Updates Terms and Conditions
4
Event Data Recorders
5
Service Diagnostic Recorders
6
Vehicle Data Recordings
6
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
6
Software End User License Agreement
7
Privacy Notice
7
Contents
8
SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi-Mode Drive)
15
Driving Mode
16
For Safe Driving
19
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
20
Driving Preparation
21
Precautions While Driving
23
Exhaust Gas Hazard
24
Protecting Child Passengers
27
Safety of Infants and Small Children
28
Installing a Child Seat
30
About Your Airbags
37
Airbag System Components
37
Front Airbags (SRS)
39
Knee Airbags
42
Side Airbags
44
Side Curtain Airbags
45
Airbag System Indicators
46
Details on the Key
52
Built-in Key
56
Using the Remote Transmitter
57
Using the Keyless Access System
58
Locking the Doors and Hatch (Walk Away Auto Lock®)
61
Lock Presetting
62
Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
62
Locking a Door Without Using a Key
63
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
64
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
65
Adjusting the Seat
68
Adjusting the Front Seat Positions
69
Rear Seat Access
71
Rear Seats
71
About Your Seat Belts
73
Interior Rearview Mirror
79
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
80
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Hatch
82
About Maximum Load Limit
84
Label Example
84
About Towing a Trailer
87
POWER Button
89
Turn on Power System
90
Turn off Power System
91
Remote Engine Start
91
Foot Brake
98
Parking Brake
98
Automatic Brake Hold
101
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
104
Fuel Information
110
How to Refuel
111
Turn Signals
113
Windshield Wiper/Washer
119
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
122
Drive Mode System
124
Deceleration Paddle Selector
125
Shift
128
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System
129
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
129
Agile Handling Assist
130
Interior Light Switch
136
Glove Box
138
Center Console Box
138
Sun Visor
139
Accessory Power Socket
139
Wireless Charger
140
Coat Hooks
143
Cargo Hooks
143
Tie-down Anchors
143
Sunglasses Holder
144
Automatic Climate Control System
147
About Your In-Vehicle Infotainment
151
Audio System Basic Operation
151
USB Ports
153
Audio Remote Controls
154
Connecting a Device
155
Start Up
159
Reboot Audio
160
Home Screen
160
System Updates
161
Trip Computer
163
Clock
163
Adjusting the Sound
164
Alexa Built-In
166
Playing FM Radio
167
About Audio Playback
169
Apple CarPlay
173
Android Auto™
175
HondaLink®
182
HondaLink® Service
183
Wi-Fi Connection
183
AT&T Hotspot
184
Google built-in
185
User Information
187
Power Flow
189
Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives
201
Honda App License Agreement
202
About Open Source Licenses
214
License Information
214
About Honda Sensing®
220
Device for Operating Each Function and Gauge Content
221
Front Wide View Camera
222
About Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
225
System Operation
225
Operating Conditions
226
System On and Off
227
About Low Speed Braking Control
232
System Operation
232
System On and Off
234
About Road Departure Mitigation System
236
System Operation
236
Operating Conditions
237
System On and Off
237
About Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
240
How to Activate The System
241
To Switch the Cruise Mode
246
About Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
251
Operating Conditions
252
How to Activate The System
252
About Traffic Jam Assist
255
Operating Conditions
256
How to Activate The System
257
About Traffic Sign Recognition System
260
System Operation
260
About Blind Spot Information System
264
System Operation
264
System On and Off
265
About Cross Traffic Monitor
267
System Operation
267
About Screen Display
268
System On and Off
268
About Parking Sensor System
270
The Sensor Location and Range
270
System On and Off
270
Screen Operation
271
Operations When an Obstacle Has Been Detected
271
Indicator List
275
About the Driver Information Interface
286
Driver Information Interface Right Side Area
286
Inspection and Maintenance
296
Maintenance Safety
297
About Maintenance MinderTM
299
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
305
Opening the Hood
306
Recommended Engine Oil
307
Oil Check
308
Adding Engine Oil
309
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
309
Engine Coolant
311
High Voltage System Coolant
313
Transmission Fluid
314
Brake Fluid
315
Lifting the Wiper Arms
317
Checking Tires
318
Tire and Loading Information Label
319
Tire Labeling
320
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
321
Wear Indicators
323
Tire Service Life
323
Tire and Wheel Replacement
324
Winter Tires
324
Maintaining 12-Volt Battery
326
Checking the 12-Volt Battery
327
Interior Care
329
About the Vehicle’s LED Exterior Lighting
334
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
337
Injecting Sealant and Air
339
Checking the Procedure
346
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
346
Emergency Power System Off
347
Jump Starting Procedure
348
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears
352
Checking Fuses
354
Automatic Emergency Call
363
Summary
378
Index
379

2026 Honda Prelude Overview

Owner's Manual

Honda Prelude 2026 is equipped with an ultimate Owner Manual which is a life savior to all Honda enthusiasts. This handbook is aimed at making you appreciate the complexity of your car so that you can maximize the use of it and maintain a safe and efficient driving. It offers a very important information regarding the functioning of the vehicle, maintenance check, troubleshooting ideas and safety features. The manual is the handbook you use when you have any doubts on how to use your Prelude whether you are a first time owner or a repeat customer, or need a guide to the use of its sophisticated technology and assistance in performing its regular maintenance. Being familiar with the right way to consult and use the manual can make your ownership experience fulfilling.

Introduction

The presentation of 2026 Honda Prelude, the reestablishment of one of the most popular sporty coupes in Honda. As it preserves the best of its tradition and incorporates the latest technology and design, the 2026 Prelude impresses the long-term fan base and the novice. The smooth aerodynamic body, agile performance, and handling, ensure that the Prelude stands out clearly on the road. Dealing with the vision of sustainability and innovation, this model provides not only breathtaking aesthetic but corresponds to the modern standards of environmental sustainability, which is why it becomes an ideal option of people who want to experience thrilling driving without being exploitative of nature.

Powertrains

Honda Prelude 2026 is the car that provides the thrill of driving experience as it offers a selection of powerful engines. Starting with the turbocharged 2.0 liter inline-4 that has a remarkable fuel efficiency and responsiveness, all the way to the strong 3.0 liter V6 variant which boosts pure adrenaline, the drivers are able to tune their Prelude to the performance they desire. Both engines are combined with a CVT that has a smooth shift or six-speed manual transmission, which offers flexibility and control. All the powertrains will be designed to produce amazing torque and acceleration making every drive an experience.

Features

Full of new technology and new comfort, the 2026 Honda Prelude is full of options that will help to improve every drive. Features such as a touchscreen infotainment system and smartphone integration, adaptive cruise control, and a set of advanced safety features, which are designed to provide confidence and peace of mind to the driver when using it, are standard. Top-tier trims have high quality audio systems, heated leather seats and interior lighting, and each drive will be enjoyable. As Honda believes in quality and innovation, every feature is naturally made to make the driving experience exquisite.

User manual download

The Honda Prelude owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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