How much oil does a Civic 1.5 Turbo take?

3.7 quarts of 0W-20 full synthetic with a filter change. The 2.0L non-turbo takes 4.4 quarts; the Type R takes 5.7.

Can I use 5W-30 in my Civic?

Honda specifies 0W-20 for all these engines, including the Type R (which surprises people). Stick with it for warranty and the Minder's interval math. Hard-tracked Type Rs follow the severe schedule rather than thicker oil.

What transmission fluid does a Civic CVT take?

Honda HCF-2 only. A drain-and-refill is about 3.7 quarts. Manuals take Honda MTF (~1.6 quarts; Type R ~1.9).

Why does my Civic judder from a stop?

Classic CVT judder — the fix sequence is HCF-2 fluid exchange plus Honda's software update, which resolves most cases. Persistent judder after both deserves a dealer look.

What's the lug nut torque?

80 lb-ft in a star pattern — including the Type R's.

2016–2024 Honda Civic Oil Capacity & Fluid Specs

Quick answer

The Civic 1.5L Turbo takes 3.7 quarts of 0W-20 full synthetic with a filter change; the 2.0L takes 4.4 quarts; the Type R takes 5.7 quarts. All 2016–2024 Civics use the same Honda filter and require a new 14mm crush washer at every change.

Specs verified against Honda's own owner's manuals (2016, 2020 and 2023 editions) for the 2015–2024 Civic (9th-gen tail, full 10th and 11th generations). The 1.5T shares the CR-V's oil-dilution watch-item; the Type R earns its own capacity (5.7 quarts) and a severe schedule when tracked. CVT cars: HCF-2 fluid only — it's not interchangeable with anything. (2015 Civics are the previous generation with the 1.8L engine — different specs, use your manual.)

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1.5L Turbo (L15B7, 2016–2024 incl. Si)

Specification	Capacity / type
Engine oil — with filter	3.7 qt (3.5 L)
Oil viscosity	0W-20 full synthetic
Oil filter	Honda 15400-PLM-A02
CVT — drain & refill	≈3.7 qt (3.5 L) — Honda HCF-2 ONLY
6-speed manual	≈1.6 qt (1.5 L) — Honda MTF
Coolant (engine)	≈5.3 qt (5.0 L) — Honda Type 2; verify your year (blue)

2.0L 4-cyl (K20C2, 2016–2024)

Specification	Capacity / type
Engine oil — with filter	4.4 qt (4.2 L)
Oil viscosity	0W-20
Oil filter	Honda 15400-PLM-A02
CVT — drain & refill	≈3.7 qt (3.5 L) — Honda HCF-2
Coolant (engine)	≈5.0 qt (4.7 L) — Honda Type 2; verify your year

2.0L Turbo Type R (K20C1, 2017–2024)

Specification	Capacity / type
Engine oil — with filter	≈5.7 qt (5.4 L) — Type R specs live in its own supplement; verify
Oil viscosity	0W-20 (track use: see manual's severe schedule)
Oil filter	Honda 15400-PLM-A02
6-speed manual	≈1.9 qt (1.8 L) — Honda MTF (MTF-III per year)
Coolant (engine)	≈6.1 qt (5.8 L) — Honda Type 2; verify your year

Oil drain plug torque: 30 lb-ft (40 N·m) — printed in the 2016/2020/2023 manuals

Capacities compiled from the owner’s manual. Always confirm with your own manual before servicing.

Quick reference

Battery group size	51R
Wiper blades (driver / passenger)	26" / 18" (hatch rear: 10")
Common factory tire sizes	215/55R16 · 235/40R18 · 265/30R19 (Type R)
Lug nut torque	80 lb-ft (108 N·m)
Spark plugs / gap	NGK/Denso iridium per engine · gap ≈0.028" (1.5T — verify)

Maintenance schedule highlights

Item	Interval
Engine oil & filter	Per Maintenance Minder, typically 7,500–10,000 mi
Tire rotation	Every 5,000–7,500 mi
CVT fluid	Every 25,000–35,000 mi (cheap insurance)
Manual trans fluid	Every 30,000–60,000 mi (more often if driven hard)
Spark plugs	Every 100,000 mi (sooner on tuned/hard-driven 1.5T)
Coolant	Per Minder code 5 (first ~10 yr/120k)

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DIY oil change — quick steps

1 Set up

Warm engine, level ground — Civics are low; ramps or careful jack-and-stands make life easier.
2 Drain

17mm plug, new crush washer every time. Five quiet minutes of draining beats two impatient ones.
3 Filter and refill

Oil the new filter's gasket, hand-tight + 3/4 turn. Refill per your engine: 3.7 (1.5T), 4.4 (2.0L), 5.7 (Type R). Verify on the dipstick — don't trust the jug.
4 Verify and reset

Run, leak-check, settle, recheck. Reset the Maintenance Minder via the instrument/Settings menu (hold to reset on most years).

Common problems on this vehicle

1.5T fuel dilution

Same story as the CR-V: short cold trips let gasoline accumulate in the oil — rising level, fuel smell. Software updates help; early changes when the level climbs are the practical defense.

Related code: P0300

AC condenser failures (10th gen)

Sudden warm AC on 2016–2021 cars is commonly the condenser — Honda extended its warranty after a class settlement. Check your VIN's coverage before paying for one.

CVT judder at low speed

Shudder pulling away from stops responds in most cases to an HCF-2 drain-and-fill (sometimes twice) plus the software update — much cheaper than the transmission people fear it is.

Codes this vehicle is known for

Recall results below are shown for 2024 models — check your exact year with the free VIN tool.

Open recalls

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Service bulletins (TSBs)

Manufacturer communications and technical service bulletins for this vehicle are available on NHTSA’s site:

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Frequently asked questions

How much oil does a Civic 1.5 Turbo take?: 3.7 quarts of 0W-20 full synthetic with a filter change. The 2.0L non-turbo takes 4.4 quarts; the Type R takes 5.7.
Can I use 5W-30 in my Civic?: Honda specifies 0W-20 for all these engines, including the Type R (which surprises people). Stick with it for warranty and the Minder's interval math. Hard-tracked Type Rs follow the severe schedule rather than thicker oil.
What transmission fluid does a Civic CVT take?: Honda HCF-2 only. A drain-and-refill is about 3.7 quarts. Manuals take Honda MTF (~1.6 quarts; Type R ~1.9).
Why does my Civic judder from a stop?: Classic CVT judder — the fix sequence is HCF-2 fluid exchange plus Honda's software update, which resolves most cases. Persistent judder after both deserves a dealer look.
What's the lug nut torque?: 80 lb-ft in a star pattern — including the Type R's.