Lubricants and Fluids

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Lubricants and Fluids
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For details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.

LUBRICANT AND FLUID SPECIFICATION

Application Lubricant or Fluid
A Engine Honda Motor Oil:
American Honda P/N 08798-9022 (0W-20)
Honda Canada P/N 08798-8023C (0W-20)
Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines."
SAE viscosity: See chart.
B CVT Honda CVTF: P/N 08200-9006
Always use Honda CVTF. Using a non-Honda CVTF can affect shift quality.
C Brake system (including ABS/VSA lines) Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: P/N 08798-9008
Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
D Caliper piston boots and caliper piston seals, caliper pins and caliper pin boots Honda Silicone Grease: P/N 08C30-B0234M
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Brake booster clevis pin

Battery terminals

Fuel fill door

Hatch hinges

Hood hinges and hood latch

Multipurpose Grease
J Rear brake shoe linkage Molykote 44MA
K Air conditioning compressor Compressor Oil: SP-10 (P/N38897-P13-A01AH) for refrigerant HFC-134a(R-134a)
L Cooling system Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2: P/N OL999-9001
Fig 1: Identifying API Certification Seal
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RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.