Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1990 Honda Civic Base, 2D HatchbackFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fluid Capacities
FLUID CAPACITIES
| Application | Quantity | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crankcase (Includes Filter) | ||||
| Accord | 4.0 qts. (3.8L) | |||
| Civic & CRX | 3.7 qts. (3.5L) | |||
| Prelude | 4.0 qts. (3.8L) | |||
| Cooling System (Includes Heater) | ||||
| Accord | ||||
| Automatic Transaxle | 7.5 qts. (7.1L) | |||
| Manual Transaxle | 7.0 qts. (6.6L) | |||
| Civic & CRX | 5.8 qts. (5.5L) | |||
| Prelude | ||||
| Carbureted | ||||
| Automatic Transaxle | 7.9 qts. (7.5L) | |||
| Manual Transaxle | 7.2 qts. (6.8L) | |||
| Fuel Injected | 8.2 qts. (7.8L) | |||
| Automatic Transaxle (Dexron-II) | ||||
| Accord | ||||
| Oil Change | 2.5 qts. (2.4L) | |||
| Overhaul | 6.4 qts. (6.0L) | |||
| Civic & CRX | ||||
| Oil Change | 2.5 qts. (2.4L) | |||
| Overhaul | 5.7 qts. (5.4L) | |||
| Prelude | ||||
| Oil Change | 3.0 qts. (2.8L) | |||
| Overhaul | 6.6 qts. (6.2L) | |||
| Manual Transaxle (SAE 30W, 10W-40, 20W-40) | ||||
| Accord | ||||
| Oil Change | 2.0 qts. (1.9L) | |||
| Overhaul | 2.1 qts. (2.0L) | |||
| Civic & CRX | ||||
| Oil Change | 1.9 qts. (1.8L) | |||
| Overhaul | 2.0 qts. (1.9L) | |||
| Prelude | ||||
| Oil Change | 2.0 qts. (1.9L) | |||
| Overhaul | 2.1 qts. (2.0L) | |||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.