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1990 HONDA PRELUDE
2.1L I4 B21•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas
1 active safety recall on this vehicle — view recalls
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Fluid · Engine Oil

Engine Oil

for 1990 Honda Prelude 2.1L I4 B21 · FWD
Fluid Type
5W-30 or 10W-30
Spec: API SG or higher
Capacity
4.5qt
4.26 L
Drain & Refill
4.5 qt
4.26 L
Change Interval
5,000 mi
8,045 km

Notes

Capacity includes filter. B21A1 engine (2.1L)

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