Starting The Engine - Honda Prelude 1990 Online Reference Owner's Manual

Before Starting
Manual Transmission:
1 . Apply the parking brake.
2 . Push the clutch pedal all the way in (see NOTE below).
3 . Shift the transmission to neutral.
NOTE:
On cars equipped with manual transmissions, the engine will
not crank unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
Automatic Transmission:
1. Make sure the shift lever is in Park (P).
2. Apply the parking brake and the foot brake.
Starting a Cold Engine(2.0 S)
NOTE:
When starting in cold weather, keep all unnecessary electrical
circuits off (lights, defogger, etc.) for the best battery output.
1. Above 32°F(0°C)
Push the accelerator to the floor 1 time and slowly release it.
Below 32°F(0°C)
Push the accelerator to the floor 2 or 3 times and slowly
release it.
Below 0°F(-18°C)
Push the accelerator to the floor 3 or 4 times and slowly
release it.
DO NOT pump while cranking.
2. With your foot OFF the accelerator, crank the engine until it
starts and runs. (It may require more than 5 seconds of cranking.)
NOTE:
If the engine won't start, push the accelerator pedal down 1 more
time and slowly release it, then start the engine.
Repeat once more if necessary,
If the engine still won't start, push the accelerator down about
halfway; hold it there and crank the engine until it starts. Once the
engine starts, release the accelerator gradually as the engine
warms up.
If the engine doesn't start within 15 seconds of cranking, turn the
key off and wait 10 seconds before trying again.
3. If the outside temperature is below freezing, or if your car has not
been driven for several days, warm up the engine for a few
minutes before driving.

Starting the Engine

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