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.
2021 Honda Civic EX-LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | RL85HM (POE) | Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 0.94 LBS. | 0.42 KG | HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Drain and Refill | 3.90 QTS. | 3.69 L | HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 1.5L Eng,Sedan,Automatic CVT Trans | 1.34 GALS. | 5.07 L | HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 | 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S |
| Engine Oil | 1.5L Eng,Sedan | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 3.40 QTS. | 3.21 L | Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil | You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. | S |
| Fuel Tank | 12.39 GALS. | 46.9 L | 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.
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