Engine oil and filter
Match both the oil grade and specification to this engine. Check the refill conditions before buying oil, then use the dipstick to confirm the final level.
Verified3 compatible products1998 Honda Civic / VTEC · 1.6 L · automatic 4-speed
Owner maintenance and common replacements
Factory intervals, fitment limits, tools, fluids, torque information, and common home-service searches.
← Back to specificationsConfiguration-specific service and fitment facts
These sourced values are shared by the specification sheet and the maintenance guides for this exact configuration.
- Engine oil viscosity
- SAE 5W-30 preferred; SAE 10W-30 only when temperature stays above 20°F (-7°C) Verified
- Engine oil specification
- API SJ Energy Conserving Verified
- Brake fluid
- Genuine Honda DOT 3 brake fluid; other sealed DOT 3/4 is temporary only. Never DOT 5. Verified
- Spark plug specification
- NGK ZFR5F-11 or DENSO KJ16CR-L11 Verified
- Spark plug gap
- 0.043 in Verified
- Coolant specification
- Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant, 50% coolant and 50% purified or distilled water Verified
- Engine oil refill with filter
- 3.5 US qt Verified
- Oil drain plug torque
- 29 lb-ft Verified
- Engine coolant capacity
- 3.4 US qt Verified
- Automatic transmission fluid
- Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid Verified
- Automatic transmission drain and refill
- 2.9 US qt Verified
- Driver-side front blade application
- Bosch EVO20 Verified
- Passenger-side front blade application
- Bosch EVO18 Verified
- Oil filter applications
- K&N HP-1004 Verified
- Engine oil drain washer
- Honda 94109-14000 Verified
- Front tire
- P185/65 R14 85S VerifiedSelected US Civic EX sedan, with the transmission stated by this configuration. Original brochure standard equipment; options can change dimensions, weight and tire fitment.
- Rear tire
- P185/65 R14 85S VerifiedSelected US Civic EX sedan, with the transmission stated by this configuration. Original brochure standard equipment; options can change dimensions, weight and tire fitment.
Automatic transmission fluid
Match the fluid to the exact transmission, not just the vehicle model. A drain-and-refill amount differs from the total dry capacity.
VerifiedBrake fluid and inspection
Check the reservoir and inspect any low level, warning light or changed pedal feel before driving. Repeated topping-up is not a repair.
VerifiedEngine air filter
Inspect the filter housing and replace the element on the applicable schedule, sooner in dusty use when the manual requires it.
VerifiedEngine coolant
Check the reservoir level with the engine cold and investigate repeated coolant loss. Coolant type and replacement procedure matter as much as capacity.
VerifiedSpark plugs
Use the engine-specific plug type. Check the service schedule and inspect ignition faults before replacing parts.
VerifiedTires and rotation
Check cold pressures, tread wear and damage. Use the vehicle placard for the fitted tire size and load rather than the tire sidewall maximum.
VerifiedWiper blades and washer fluid
Replace damaged or streaking blades after checking that the glass and rubber are clean. Confirm the driver/passenger lengths and connector before ordering.
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