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title: "2013-2017 Honda Accord Oil Type: 0W-20, 4.4 qt"
description: "The 2013-2017 Honda Accord takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/oil"
updated: "2026-08-20"
---

# 2013-2017 Honda Accord Oil Type and Capacity

The 2013-2017 Honda Accord takes 0W-20 engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change by engine. OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Verified against factory documentation, with change intervals and aftermarket filter equivalents.

**Quick answer**: The 2013-2017 Honda Accord (2.4L 4-cylinder (K24W1 Earth Dreams, direct injection)) takes 0W-20 full synthetic engine oil, 4.4 quarts with a filter change (OEM filter Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on)). Other engines differ; see the tables below.

## 2013-2017 Honda Accord 2.4L 4-cylinder (K24W1 Earth Dreams, direct injection) oil (Verified)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (GF-6/SP fine today) |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.4 qt / 4.2 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356, Purolator PL14610, Mobil 1 M1-110A, Bosch 3323 |
| Change interval | Follow the Maintenance Minder oil-life display (typically 7,500-10,000 mi normal driving); no fixed factory mileage |
| Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs |

Note: 0W-20 is only sold as synthetic. Filter is a small spin-on at the front of the block, easy DIY.

## 2013-2017 Honda Accord 3.5L V6 (J35Y1 Earth Dreams, SOHC i-VTEC with VCM) oil (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 |
| Capacity (with filter) | 4.5 qt / 4.3 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356, Purolator PL14610, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
| Change interval | Follow the Maintenance Minder oil-life display (typically 7,500-10,000 mi) |
| Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs |

Note: Same filter as the 2.4L. VCM cylinder deactivation makes clean oil especially important on this engine.

## 2013-2017 Honda Accord 2.0L Hybrid (LFA i-MMD two-motor; incl. 2014 Plug-In) oil (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Viscosity | 0W-20 |
| Oil standard | API SN / ILSAC GF-5 |
| Capacity (with filter) | 3.9 qt / 3.7 L |
| Synthetic required | Yes |
| OEM filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on) |
| Aftermarket filters | Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356 |
| Change interval | Follow the Maintenance Minder oil-life display; hybrids often go 12 months between changes |
| Drain plug torque | 29 ft-lbs |

Note: Atkinson-cycle engine shuts off frequently; check the dipstick after filling, quick-lube guides quote 3.7-3.9 qt.

## Which Honda Accord model years does this cover?

These oil specifications apply to every Honda Accord built from 2013 through 2017, the 9th generation, mid-size sedan and coupe. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2013 Accord](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013)
- [2014 Accord](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2014)
- [2015 Accord](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2015)
- [2016 Accord](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2016)
- [2017 Accord](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2017)

## What changed during the 2013-2017 Honda Accord

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2013 | Generation launch; Earth Dreams engines, CVT replaces the old 5AT on 4-cylinders |
| 2014 | Accord Hybrid (196 hp i-MMD) and Accord Plug-In launch; Plug-In sold in limited states for 2014 only |
| 2016-2017 | Facelift: new fascias, Honda Sensing widely available, Sport/Touring move to 19-in wheels, electronic parking brake, LED headlights on upper trims. Hybrid skips 2016, returns for 2017 at 212 hp (built in Japan) |

## 2013-2017 Honda Accord oil: common questions

### How many quarts of oil does a 2013-2017 Honda Accord take?

It depends on the engine. The 2.4L 4-cylinder (K24W1 Earth Dreams, direct injection) takes 4.4 quarts; The 3.5L V6 (J35Y1 Earth Dreams, SOHC i-VTEC with VCM) takes 4.5 quarts; The 2.0L Hybrid (LFA i-MMD two-motor; incl. 2014 Plug-In) takes 3.9 quarts, all figures include a new filter.

### What kind of oil does a 2013-2017 Honda Accord take?

0W-20 meeting API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (GF-6/SP fine today), full synthetic (required, not merely recommended). Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.

### Can you use a different viscosity in a 2013-2017 Honda Accord?

The factory specification is 0W-20 and no alternate grade is listed for this engine. Modern variable-valve-timing hardware is sized around the specified viscosity, so substituting a thicker oil is not a free choice.

### How often does a 2013-2017 Honda Accord need an oil change?

Follow the Maintenance Minder oil-life display (typically 7,500-10,000 mi normal driving); no fixed factory mileage. Short trips, towing, extended idling, and dusty or very cold conditions all put the vehicle on the severe-service side of that interval.

### What oil filter does a 2013-2017 Honda Accord take?

The OEM filter is Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Wix 57356, Purolator PL14610, Mobil 1 M1-110A, Bosch 3323. Torque the drain plug to 29 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan.

## Sources

- [AutoZone fitment, 2015 Accord Group 51R battery](https://www.autozone.com/batteries-starting-and-charging/battery/honda/accord/2015)
- [Goodyear fitment, 2013 Accord tire sizes by trim](https://www.goodyear.com/en-us/vehicles/Honda/Accord/2013)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Accord 2.4L K24W1 oil capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/honda/accord/2-4l-4-cyl-engine-code-k24w1-k/)
- [AMSOIL lookup, 2013 Accord 3.5L J35Y1 oil capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/honda/accord/3-5l-6-cyl-engine-code-j35y1-j/)
- [CarComplaints, 2014 Accord TSB index (CVT judder A17-017, starter A16-002, VTC, EPS A15-056)](https://www.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Accord/2014/tsbs/)
- [CarComplaints, Accord/Crosstour starter motor lawsuit (TSB A16-002)](https://m.carcomplaints.com/news/2017/honda-accord-crosstour-starter-motor-lawsuit.shtml)
- [Honda parts catalog, 17220-5A2-A00 air filter (2.4L)](https://www.hondapartsnow.com/oem-honda-accord-air_filter.html)
- [Honda parts, spark plug 12290-R71-L01 (NGK DILZKR7A11G)](https://www.hondapartsguys.com/oem-parts/honda-2008-2017-honda-spark-plug-dilzkr7a11g-ngk-12290r71l01)
- [Oil filter cross-reference, Honda 15400-PLM-A02 equivalents](https://www.oilfilter-crossreference.com/convert/HONDA/15400-PLM-A02)

## Other Honda Accord generations

- [2023-2025 Honda Accord oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2023-2025/oil)
- [2018-2022 Honda Accord oil](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2018-2022/oil)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/oil).

## More for the 2013-2017 Honda Accord

- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/wipers)
- [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/filters)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/honda/accord/2013-2017/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.