1990 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

12 Alternator / Generator parts for the 1990 Honda Prelude come from 6 brands — REMY, TERREPOWER, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is WAI GLOBAL 13294N.

The New section lists 3 options from WAI GLOBAL, REMY and TERREPOWER — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. WAI GLOBAL 13294N is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 4 options from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 1 other brand — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3341792 is listed in this group.

5 further parts sit outside the graded sections, with the same engine-level match.

This table covers the brushes inside the alternator. Read more

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS JX116.

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

5 Battery parts are listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude, from DEKA, FVP and EXIDE. DEKA 9A78DT carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1990 Prelude.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 9A78DT, DEKA 9A34 and EXIDE MX24, plus the other parts above.

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

5 Battery Cable parts for the 1990 Honda Prelude come from 3 brands — UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and DEKA. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A226UT. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 DOHC and the 2.0L L4 SOHC.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS A226UT, DEKA 00785 and UNITED MOTOR PRODUCTS 4419, among others listed above.

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

DEKA supplies both parts for the 1990 Honda Prelude. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1990 Prelude.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

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

4 Engine Control Module (ECM Computer) parts for the 1990 Honda Prelude come from 2 brands — BSE and CARDONE. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 DOHC and the 2.0L L4 SOHC.

Listed part numbers: BSE EM6219, BSE EM9711 and BSE EM6220, plus the other parts above.

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

5 Flasher parts are listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, BUSSMANN, WELLS and 1 other brand. WELLS 1R1453 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1990 Prelude.

In the Heavy-Duty Electronic grade, BUSSMANN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Heavy-Duty Electronic" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN 758.

The Standard Replacement section lists 1 option from WELLS — built to original-equipment specification. WELLS 1R1453 is listed in this group.

3 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

Listed part numbers: WELLS 1R1453, BUSSMANN 758 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL8T, plus the other parts 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

18 Fuse parts are listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude, from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. BUSSMANN ATC15 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1990 Prelude.

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 BUSSMANN ATC20.

The 30 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "30 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FLB30 is listed in this group.

In the 40 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "40 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN FLB40.

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.

The 70 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "70 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FLB70 is listed in this group.

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

6 Horn parts are listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ACDELCO. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HN17T carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 1990 Prelude.

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

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

One part is listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude — PIONEER SPS1341.

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

One part is listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude — WELLS 2K1168.

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 1990 Honda Prelude come from 6 brands — PURE ENERGY, REMY, FVP and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is PURE ENERGY 17201. Every part fits both the 2.0L L4 DOHC and the 2.0L L4 SOHC.

This group includes PURE ENERGY 17201, REMY 17094 and ACDELCO 3361536 and the remaining parts above.

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

3 Voltage Regulator parts are listed for the 1990 Honda Prelude, from ACDELCO, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.

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