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2021 Honda Insight Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020-2022 (2020-2022).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
2.30 QTS. (2.17 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1
Brake Fluid
— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
Engine Coolant
1.22 GALS. (4.61 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Engine Oil
3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
Notes
- →Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement.
- →This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
- →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight.
- →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
- →DO NOT use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
This vehicle's factory manual
2021 Honda Insight: 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 2021 Honda Insight?
- The 2021 Honda Insight fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 4.15 OZS. (0.12 L) — ND-OIL11 (POE), Automatic Transmission Fluid: 2.30 QTS. (2.17 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF DW-1, Brake Fluid: — HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Use DOT 4 as a temporary replacement., Engine Coolant: 1.22 GALS. (4.61 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine., Engine Oil: 3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability..
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Honda Insight take?
- The 2021 Honda Insight takes 3.30 QTS. (3.12 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API Premium-grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability..