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Honda Civic EX-L Fluid Capacities

Factory manual fluid capacities for the Honda Civic EX-L. Exact capacities and specs extracted from the LEMON service manual archive.

Last updated: 2026-11-08 â€¢ Reading time: 8 min â€¢ By AllOEMManuals Editorial Team

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2020 Honda Civic EX-L: — RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Generation	Years	Top spec
2020	2020	— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
2019	2019	— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
2018	2018	— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Structured Spec Sheet // Honda Civic EX-L Fluid Capacities

Quick Answer:2020 Honda Civic EX-L: — RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2020):— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant (2020):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid ( Hatchback) (2020):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2020):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback, Automatic C V T Trans) (2020):1.30 GALS. (4.92 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback) (2020):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2020):12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid (2020):2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid (2020):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2020):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Sedan, Automatic C V T Trans) (2020):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2020):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2019):— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant (2019):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid ( Hatchback) (2019):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2019):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback, Automatic C V T Trans) (2019):1.30 GALS. (4.92 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback) (2019):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2019):12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid (2019):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2019):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Sedan, Automatic C V T Trans) (2019):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2019):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2019):2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Air Cond Compressor Oil (2018):— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant (2018):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Coupe) (2018):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2018):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Coupe, Automatic C V T Trans) (2018):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Coupe) (2018):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2018):12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid (2018):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid ( Hatchback) (2018):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback, Automatic C V T Trans) (2018):1.30 GALS. (4.92 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback) (2018):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2018):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Sedan, Automatic C V T Trans) (2018):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2018):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2018):2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Air Cond Refrigerant (2017):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Coupe) (2017):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2017):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Coupe, Automatic C V T Trans) (2017):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Coupe) (2017):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2017):12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid (2017):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid ( Hatchback) (2017):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback, Automatic C V T Trans) (2017):1.30 GALS. (4.92 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Hatchback) (2017):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2017):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng, Sedan, Automatic C V T Trans) (2017):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2017):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng, Sedan) (2017):2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Air Cond Refrigerant (2016):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5 L Eng) (2016):3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2016):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5 L Eng) (2016):1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5 L Eng) (2016):3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2016):12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid (2016):2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid (2016):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Air Cond Compressor Oil ( Gas) (2015):2.70 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG 46 Note: Approximate capacity.

Air Cond Refrigerant (2015):0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.8 L Eng, Gas) (2015):3.60 QTS. (3.4 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid (2015):— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.8 L Eng, Gas) (2015):1.48 GALS. (5.6 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.8 L Eng, Gas) (2015):3.70 QTS. (3.5 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank (2015):13.20 GALS. (49.96 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.8 L Eng, Gas) (2015):1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid (2015):2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2020 Honda Civic EX-L: — RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

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2020

2020Open 2020 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Hatchback)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng,Hatchback,Automatic CVT Trans)1.30 GALS. (4.92 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5L Eng,Hatchback)3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng,Sedan,Automatic CVT Trans)1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5L Eng,Sedan)3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Notes

â†’Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2019

2019Open 2019 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Hatchback)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Fuel Tank12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Notes

â†’Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2018

2018Open 2018 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil— RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Coupe)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng,Coupe,Automatic CVT Trans)1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5L Eng,Coupe)3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Hatchback)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Notes

â†’Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2017

2017Open 2017 manual

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Coupe)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Fuel Tank12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Automatic Transmission Fluid (Hatchback)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng,Sedan)2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Notes

â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2016

2016Open 2016 manual

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.5L Eng)3.90 QTS. (3.69 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.5L Eng)1.34 GALS. (5.07 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.5L Eng)3.40 QTS. (3.21 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank12.39 GALS. (46.9 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid2.00 QTS. (1.89 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Notes

â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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2015

2015Open 2015 manual

Air Cond Compressor Oil (Gas)2.70 OZS. (0.07 L) — PAG 46 Note: Approximate capacity.

Air Cond Refrigerant0.94 LBS. (0.42 KG) — HFC-134a (R-134a)

Automatic Transmission Fluid (1.8L Eng,Gas)3.60 QTS. (3.4 L) — HONDA HCF-2 Transmission Fluid

Brake Fluid— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Engine Coolant (1.8L Eng,Gas)1.48 GALS. (5.6 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: 50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.

Engine Oil (1.8L Eng,Gas)3.70 QTS. (3.5 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.

Fuel Tank13.20 GALS. (49.96 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid (1.8L Eng,Gas)1.50 QTS. (1.41 L) — HONDA Manual Transmission Fluid

Windshield Washer Fluid2.60 QTS. (2.46 L) — All Weather Windshield Washer Fluid Note: Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

Notes

â†’Approximate capacity.
â†’50/50 with distilled water. Change including the remaining 0.46 qt. in the reserve tank.
â†’You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
â†’Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.

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Where is this data from?: Extracted directly from the LEMON factory service manual archive. Sources are cited per generation.
What fluid capacities does a Honda Civic EX-L use?: 2020 Honda Civic EX-L: — RL85HM (POE) Note: Capacity is between: 2.60 - 3.50 ozs.
Why do fluid capacities vary by generation for the Honda Civic EX-L?: Different engine options, transmission types, and cooling system designs across model years change total fluid volumes. Always use the capacity listed for your exact year and engine code â€” do not guess across generations.

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