1986 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

8 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 1986 Honda Prelude, from ACDELCO, REMY, TERREPOWER and 2 other brands. ACDELCO 3351178 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, ACDELCO, REMY and TERREPOWER supply 3 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3351178.

In the Remanufactured grade, ACDELCO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 2 other brands supply 5 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3341693.

This group includes ACDELCO 3351178, REMY 94607 and TERREPOWER N14680 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the brushes inside the alternator. Read more

2 Alternator / Generator Brush parts are listed for the 1986 Honda Prelude, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS JX116 and WELLS 5A1000.

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

11 Alternator / Generator End Bearing parts for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, BCA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62012RS.

The Economy section lists 3 options from WJB / INMOTION PARTS — the catalog's value-priced group. WJB / INMOTION PARTS RB62012RS is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, NATIONAL, BCA, ACDELCO and 1 other brand supply 8 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ACDELCO 203FF.

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 for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — BOSCH and FULLRIVER.

In the AGM (Extended Life) grade, BOSCH supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BOSCH S675DT.

In the Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) grade, FULLRIVER supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is FULLRIVER FT560L.

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 are listed for the 1986 Honda Prelude, from DEKA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS. DEKA 00802 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from DEKA.

Part numbers include DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

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

5 Engine Control Module (ECM Computer) parts are listed for the 1986 Honda Prelude, from BSE and CARDONE. BSE EM6204 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include BSE EM6204, BSE EM6198 and BSE EM7660, among others listed above.

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

6 Flasher parts for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 5 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BUSSMANN, TRIDON / NOVITA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN 758.

Part numbers include BUSSMANN 758, TRIDON / NOVITA EP34 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 for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATC15.

In the 10 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATC10.

The 15 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC15 is listed in this group.

The 20 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE ATO20 is listed in this group.

The 7.5 Amp section lists 3 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "7.5 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATC712ID is listed in this group.

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

6 Horn parts for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T.

This group includes STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN18 and ACDELCO E1905E and the remaining parts above.

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

This group shows a single part: WELLS 2K1146.

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

14 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 1986 Honda Prelude, from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 2 other brands. ACDELCO 3361456 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

3 Voltage Regulator parts for the 1986 Honda Prelude come from 3 brands — ACDELCO, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Listed part numbers: ACDELCO E657, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR438 and WELLS 1V1021.