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.
VerifiedProduct compatibility review in progress2004 Honda Civic / Hybrid · Manual 5-speed · 4 cyl · 1.3 L · EPA 37/45 mpg city/highway
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 0W-20 preferred;5W-20 permitted only if0W-20 is unavailable. Verified
- Engine oil specification
- Detergent engine oil displaying the API Certification Seal for gasoline engines; the original manual specifies energy-conserving oil. Verified
- Engine oil refill with filter
- 3.4 US qt VerifiedService oil change including filter; excluding oil remaining in the engine. Confirm final level using the dipstick.
- Engine oil refill without filter
- 3.2 US qt Verified
- Oil drain plug torque
- 29 lb-ft Verified
- Coolant specification
- Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2, premixed50% antifreeze/50% water; do not add straight antifreeze or plain water. Verified
- Brake fluid
- Original specification: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT3; sealed DOT3 or DOT4 only as a temporary substitute. DOT5 is incompatible. Verified
- Spark plug specification
- NGK IFR5G-11K or DENSO SK16PR-L11 Verified
- Engine coolant capacity
- 5.5 US qt VerifiedOriginal total-system capacity, not the amount drained or a purchase quantity. The separate change row includes reservoir coolant and coolant remaining in the engine; numeric change quantity is not adopted.
- Manual transmission refill
- 1.6 US qt Verified
- Manual transmission fluid
- Honda Manual Transmission Fluid(MTF); the2004 reference allows certified10W-30/10W-40 engine oil only temporarily, with replacement as soon as convenient. Verified
- Engine oil drain washer
- Install a new drain-bolt washer at the oil change; exact replacement part remains unverified. Verified
- Original tire pressure, front
- 30 psi VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
- Original tire pressure, rear
- 30 psi VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
- Front tire
- P185/70R14 87S VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
- Rear tire
- P185/70R14 87S VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
- Front wheel
- 14 x 5 1/2 JJ VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
- Rear wheel
- 14 x 5 1/2 JJ VerifiedOriginal factory wheel/tire specification; confirm the assembly installed on the actual vehicle.
Brake 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.
VerifiedCabin air filter
Check reduced ventilation airflow and inspect the cabin filter where fitted. Follow the year-specific instructions for access and installation direction.
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.
VerifiedManual 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.
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.
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