1987 Honda Prelude Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 1987 Honda Prelude oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 1987 Honda Prelude, 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 1987 Honda Prelude oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.8L 4-cylinder A18A1 8 | 3.9 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-PLM-A02 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder A20A3 2 | 3.9 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-PLM-A02 |
Select Your 1987 Honda Prelude Engine Option
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code A18A1 8
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder A18A1 8 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
2.0 Si, Base
Oil Capacity:
3.9 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-P0H-305, 15400-PLC-003, 15400-PLC-004, 15400-PLM-A01, 15400-RBA-F01, 15400-RTA-003, 15400-RTA-004
1987 Honda Prelude 1.8L 4-cylinder A18A1 8 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.9 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:
Wix Air Filter:
N/A
Coolant Capacity:
6.9 quarts - For Fuel Injected models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
7.9 quarts - For California Air Resources Board (CARB) models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL).
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
33 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code A20A3 2
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder A20A3 2 [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
2.0 Si, Base
Oil Capacity:
3.9 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-P0H-305, 15400-PLC-003, 15400-PLC-004, 15400-PLM-A01, 15400-RBA-F01, 15400-RTA-003, 15400-RTA-004
1987 Honda Prelude 2.0L 4-cylinder A20A3 2 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.9 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