2012 Honda Insight BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Oil Replacement

  1. Allow the engine to reach operating temperature (fan comes on at least twice).
  2. Remove the engine undercover (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
  3. Remove the drain bolt (A), and drain the engine oil.
    Fig 1: Drain Bolt And Washer With Torque Specifications
    G08092035Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Reinstall the drain bolt with a new washer (B) and torque to specification.
  5. Install the engine undercover (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).
  6. Refill the engine with the recommended engine oil (see MAINTENANCE ).

    Capacity 

    At Oil Change: 3.0 L (3.2 US qt) 

    At Oil Change Including Filter: 3.2 L (3.4 US qt) 

    After Engine Overhaul: 3.8 L (4.0 US qt) 

    Fig 2: Filling Engine Using Recommended Engine Oil
    G08092036Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Run the engine for more than 3 minutes, then check the oil level (see ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ) and for any oil leakage.
  8. If the Maintenance Minder required engine oil replacement, reset the Maintenance Minder (see MAINTENANCE MINDER™ ), and this procedure is complete. If the Maintenance Minder did not require engine oil replacement, go to step 9.
  9. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  10. Connect the HDS to the DLC (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).
  11. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  12. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the PCM. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
  13. Select GAUGE in the BODY ELECTRICAL with the HDS.
  14. Select ADJUSTMENT in the GAUGE with the HDS.
  15. Select MAINTENANCE MINDER in the ADJUSTMENT with the HDS.
  16. Select RESET in the MAINTENANCE MINDER with the HDS.
  17. Select RESETTING THE ENGINE OIL LIFE with the HDS.
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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.