Check engine light on due to contaminated fluid and faulty transmission control module: Honda Prelude Muffler & Exhaust

Problem overview

On some models an overly sensitive transmission control module (TCM) along with contaminated transmission fluid can cause the Check Engine light (MIL) to illuminate. Flushing the transmission and replacing the TCM usually repairs this issue.

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Honda Prelude vehicles with this problem

2 model years affected

Average mileage: 107,684 miles

(103,000 - 112,368)

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Check engine light on due to contaminated fluid and faulty transmission control module on Honda Prelude

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