1983 Honda Prelude Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

4 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 4 brands — FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: FVP 14761, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the brushes inside the alternator. Read more

2 Alternator / Generator Brush parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — ACDELCO and WELLS.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO E732 and WELLS 5A1103.

This table covers the bearings in the alternator housing. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

10 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, BCA and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 203FF carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, WJB / INMOTION PARTS supplies 2 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62012RS.

The Standard Replacement section lists 8 options from NATIONAL, BCA, SKF and 2 other brands — built to original-equipment specification. ACDELCO 203FF is listed in this group.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

2 Battery parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from BOSCH and FULLRIVER.

The AGM (Extended Life) section lists 1 option from BOSCH — grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BOSCH S675DT is listed in this group.

The Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) section lists 1 option from FULLRIVER — grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FULLRIVER FT560L is listed in this group.

Part numbers include BOSCH S675DT and FULLRIVER FT560L.

This table covers the positive and ground cables that run from the battery. Typical signs include a stretched or frayed cable, or a control that no longer reaches the end of its travel. Route the new cable through the same clips. A kinked cable binds and fails early. Read more

11 Battery Cable parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 3 brands — DEKA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. The "Popular" part is DEKA 00802.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

DEKA supplies both parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the engine-control modules that run fuel, spark and emissions. Read more

3 Engine Control Module (ECM Computer) parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from BSE.

Listed part numbers: BSE EM6117, BSE EM6116 and BSE EM6118.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

5 Flasher parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, TRIDON / NOVITA, BUSSMANN and 1 other brand. TRIDON / NOVITA EP34 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include TRIDON / NOVITA EP34, BUSSMANN 758 and HOLSTEIN 2RSW0030, among others listed above.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

12 Fuse parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. BUSSMANN ATC15 carries the "Popular" badge.

The 10 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC10 is listed in this group.

In the 15 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC15.

In the 20 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE ATO20.

In the 7.5 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "7.5 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC712ID.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

6 Horn parts are listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN18 and ACDELCO E1905E, among others listed above.

This table covers the starter drives that engage the flywheel ring gear. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SDN246.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

9 Starter Motor parts for the 1983 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3361456.

Part numbers include ACDELCO 3361456, ACDELCO 3361457 and FVP 16901, among others listed above.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

One part is listed for the 1983 Honda Prelude — WELLS 1V1135.