2012–2015 Honda Civic Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Honda Civic model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Honda Civic built from 2012 through 2015 — the 9th generation (FB/FG), compact sedan and coupe. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2015 Honda Civic

• 2012Generation launch. A hybrid (1.5L IMA) and a natural-gas 1.8L were also sold 2012–2015 in small numbers, not covered in detail here.
• 2013Emergency refresh after poor reviews: new fascias, upgraded interior, standard rearview camera
• 2014CVT replaces the 5-speed automatic on 1.8L models; Touring-like EX-L Navi tops the range; Si gains 5 hp (205)

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

5-speed automatic (2012–2013 and 2014–2015 Si-adjacent trims): Honda ATF DW-1, ~2.5–2.9 qt drain & fill. CVT (2014–2015 1.8L): Honda HCF-2 only. Do NOT use DW-1, ~3.6 qt drain & fill. 6MT (Si): Honda Genuine MTF, ~1.9 qt.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic use?

Honda Long Life Blue Type 2 coolant (pre-mixed). First change ~10 years/100k mi (Maintenance Minder sub-code 5), then every 5 years..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

DOT 3 brake fluid; Honda recommends replacement every 3 years regardless of mileage.