1986 Honda Civic Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1986 Honda Civic oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1986 Honda Civic, including oil capacity, recommended oil viscosity (type), and the correct oil filter.
We cover all engine options, categorized by their specific engine codes, ensuring you get the right information for your specific configuration. Keep reading to discover everything you need for your next 1986 Honda Civic oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 4-cylinder 1342cc B | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C) SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C) | Honda 15400-PA6-506 |
| 1.3L 4-cylinder EV1 V | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C) SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C) | Honda 15400-PA6-506 |
| 1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc 1 | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C) SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C) | Honda 15400-PA6-506 |
| 1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc C | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C) SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C) | Honda 15400-PA6-506 |
| 1.5L 4-cylinder EW1 W | 3.7 quarts (with filter) | SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C) SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C) SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C) SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C) SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C) | Honda 15400-PA6-506 |
Select Your 1986 Honda Civic Engine Option
1.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code 1342cc B
Engine:
1.3L 4-cylinder 1342cc B [aka 1.3L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, CRX, CRX HF, CRX Si, DX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-689-003, 15400-689-004, 15400-PA6-003, 15400-PA6-004, 15400-PA6-305, 15400-PA6-405, 15400-PA6-505
1986 Honda Civic 1.3L 4-cylinder 1342cc B oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code EV1 V
Engine:
1.3L 4-cylinder EV1 V [aka 1.3L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, CRX, CRX HF, CRX Si, DX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-689-003, 15400-689-004, 15400-PA6-003, 15400-PA6-004, 15400-PA6-305, 15400-PA6-405, 15400-PA6-505
1986 Honda Civic 1.3L 4-cylinder EV1 V oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
4.8 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code 1487cc 1
Engine:
1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc 1 [aka 1.5L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, CRX, CRX HF, CRX Si, DX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-689-003, 15400-689-004, 15400-PA6-003, 15400-PA6-004, 15400-PA6-305, 15400-PA6-405, 15400-PA6-505
1986 Honda Civic 1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc 1 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
5.8 quarts
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code 1487cc C
Engine:
1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc C [aka 1.5L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, CRX, CRX HF, CRX Si, DX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-689-003, 15400-689-004, 15400-PA6-003, 15400-PA6-004, 15400-PA6-305, 15400-PA6-405, 15400-PA6-505
1986 Honda Civic 1.5L 4-cylinder 1487cc C oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code EW1 W
Engine:
1.5L 4-cylinder EW1 W [aka 1.5L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
Base, CRX, CRX HF, CRX Si, DX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
OEM Oil Filter:
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-689-003, 15400-689-004, 15400-PA6-003, 15400-PA6-004, 15400-PA6-305, 15400-PA6-405, 15400-PA6-505
1986 Honda Civic 1.5L 4-cylinder EW1 W oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 10W-30 (-20 To 32°C)
SAE 10W-40 (Above -20°C)
SAE 20W-40, SAE 20W-50 (Above -10°C)
SAE 5W-20 (Below -10°C)
SAE 5W-30 (Below 0°C)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A