2012–2015 Honda Civic Oil Type and Capacity

Which Honda Civic model years does this cover?

These oil 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)

How many quarts of oil does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

It depends on the engine. The 1.8L 4-cylinder (R18Z1) takes 3.9 quarts; The 2.4L 4-cylinder (K24Z7, Civic Si) takes 4.2 quarts, all figures include a new filter.

What kind of oil does a 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

0W-20 meeting API SN / ILSAC GF-5 (later API grades acceptable). Other engines in this vehicle may differ; see the table above.

Can you use a different viscosity in a 2012–2015 Honda Civic?

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 2012–2015 Honda Civic need an oil change?

Per Maintenance Minder (oil life %); typically 7,500–10,000 mi with synthetic. 12 months max.. 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 2012–2015 Honda Civic take?

The OEM filter is Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (spin-on). Common equivalents: Fram XG7317 (Ultra), Fram TG7317, Wix 57356 / 57356XP. Torque the drain plug to 29 lb-ft. An overtightened plug strips an aluminium pan.