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2016–2021 Honda Civic 2.0L (not turbo, not Type R)

Oil and filter change

The car goes up on jack stands, about 45 min

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Oil4.4 qt 0W-20
Drain bolt30 lb-ft
FilterHand-tight + 3/4 turn
WasherNew every time

What you need

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Parts

  • 4.4 qt
    Engine oilSAE 0W-20, API certifiedAny API-certified 0W-20; one 5-qt jug covers 4.4 qt.
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  • 1
    Oil filterMatch 2.0L (not 1.5L turbo); must have built-in bypass valve.
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  • 1
    Drain bolt washerNever reuse the old one.
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Tools

  • 2
    Wheel chocksSet the parking brake and block both rear wheels.
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  • 1
    Floor jacklow profileThis Civic sits low; lift at the front center jacking bracket.
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  • 2
    Jack standsNever get under a car held up only by a jack.
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  • 1
    Flat-blade screwdriver
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  • 1 set
    Socket set with ratchet3/8 inch driveDrain bolt size isn't listed; get a set with SAE and metric.
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  • 1
    Torque wrenchmust reach 30 lb-ft (40 N·m)
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    Oil filter wrench (cap type)Honda special tool 07AAA-PLCA100Get one listed for this Civic; cap sizes vary.
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Supplies

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Every step in this video (8)
  1. Warm up the engine, then raise the front and support it on jack stands, never just the jack. Remove the undercover. The drain bolt is in the side of the oil pan, and the filter screws onto the pan.
  2. Set a drain pan below, remove the bolt, and let the oil drain completely.
  3. Fit a new washer, and never reuse the old one. Tighten to 40 N·m (30 lb·ft). Don't overtighten.
  4. Unscrew the filter with a filter wrench. Make sure its old rubber seal came off too. A stuck seal will leak. Wipe the seat clean.
  5. Oil the new seal lightly. Spin the filter on by hand until the seal touches, then turn it 3/4 of a turn more. No tighter.
  6. Remove the filler cap, pour in 4.4 quarts of 0W-20, and refit the cap.
  7. Run the engine for 3 minutes, and check the bolt and filter for leaks. Refit the undercover, and lower the car.
  8. Engine off, wait 3 minutes, then pull the dipstick. The oil should be between the two marks. Last, reset the Maintenance Minder.

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