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2016 Honda Civic Ex L Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2016 (2016).
Quick Answer
Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng)
3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid
Brake Fluid
— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng)
1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
Engine Oil (1.5L Eng)
3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
Manual Transmission Fluid
2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid
Notes
- →50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
- →You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
This vehicle's factory manual
2016 Honda Civic Ex L: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2016 Honda Civic Ex L?
- The 2016 Honda Civic Ex L fluid capacities are: Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng): 3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid, Brake Fluid: — HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3, Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng): 1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank., Engine Oil (1.5L Eng): 3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade., Manual Transmission Fluid: 2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid.
- How much engine oil does a 2016 Honda Civic Ex L take?
- Engine oil capacity depends on the engine and whether the filter is changed. Check the applicable manual for your exact vehicle and service procedure before filling.