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2009 Honda Civic LX, 4D Sedan, Standard
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2009 Honda Civic LX, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Gas | 2.70 OZS. | 0.07 L | PAG 46 | Approximate capacity. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Sedan | 1.00 LBS. | 0.45 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | DX,EX,EX-L,GX,LX | Drain and Refill | 2.50 QTS. | 2.36 L | HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid DW-1 | Honda has introduced ATF DW-1, a new synthetic ATF that replaces ATF-Z1. DW-1 has been designed to improve cold transmission performance and fuel economy. ATF DW-1 is factory fill for all 2011 and later Honda vehicles equipped with Automatic Transmissions. ATF DW-1 will replace all earlier ATF Fluids. ATF-Z1 may be used in 2010 and older models while it is available. See TSB No. A10110H. | S |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | DX,EX,EX-L,GX,LX | Total Capacity | 6.20 QTS. | 5.86 L | HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid DW-1 | Honda has introduced ATF DW-1, a new synthetic ATF that replaces ATF-Z1. DW-1 has been designed to improve cold transmission performance and fuel economy. ATF DW-1 is factory fill for all 2011 and later Honda vehicles equipped with Automatic Transmissions. ATF DW-1 will replace all earlier ATF Fluids. ATF-Z1 may be used in 2010 and older models while it is available. See TSB No. A10110H. | S |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | HONDA DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | Fill to line on reservoir. | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | DX,EX,EX-L,LX,Sedan,Standard Trans | Total Capacity | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. | S |
| Engine Coolant | DX,EX,LX,Standard Trans,Sedan | Drain and Refill | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | HONDA Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | 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. | S |
| Engine Oil | DX,EX,EX-L,LX,Sedan | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 3.90 QTS. | 3.69 L | API - SAE 5W-20 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a SAE 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20Deg.F (-7Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S |
| Engine Oil | DX,EX,EX-L,LX,Sedan | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | API - SAE 5W-20 | Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. You may use a SAE 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20Deg.F (-7Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S |
| Engine Oil | DX,EX,EX-L,LX,Sedan | Total Capacity | 4.80 QTS. | 4.54 L | API - SAE 5W-20 | You may use a SAE 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20Deg.F (-7Deg.C). You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. | S |
| Fuel Tank | DX,EX,EX-L,GX,LX,Si | 13.20 GALS. | 49.96 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | HONDA Power Steering Fluid | DO NOT use Automatic Transmission Fluid. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. | S | ||
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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.