2008 Honda Civic Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2008 Honda Civic oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2008 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 2008 Honda Civic oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3L 4-cylinder LDA2 2 | 3.2 quarts (without filter) 3.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A1 R | 3.7 quarts (without filter) 3.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A4 6 | 3.7 quarts (without filter) 3.9 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| 2.0L 4-cylinder K20Z3 Z | 4.4 quarts (without filter) 4.6 quarts (with filter) | SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
Select Your 2008 Honda Civic Engine Option
1.3L 4-cylinder Engine Code LDA2 2
Engine:
1.3L 4-cylinder LDA2 2 [aka 1.3L L4 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, GX, Hybrid, LX, MUGEN Si, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.2 quarts (without filter)
3.4 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
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
2008 Honda Civic 1.3L 4-cylinder LDA2 2 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.2 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
3.4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code R18A1 R
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder R18A1 R [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, GX, Hybrid, LX, MUGEN Si, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (without filter)
3.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
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
2008 Honda Civic 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A1 R oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
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 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
Name of Oil Filter:
N/A
Wix Oil Filter:
Wix Air Filter:
Coolant Capacity:
5.5 quarts - For 2-door (2-DR) models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
5.5 quarts - For 4-door (4-DR) models with a Manual Transaxle (MTXL).
5.8 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL) and a 2-door (2-DOOR) body style.
5.6 quarts - For models with an Automatic Transaxle (ATXL) and a 4-door body style.
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code R18A4 6
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder R18A4 6 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, GX, Hybrid, LX, MUGEN Si, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (without filter)
3.9 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
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
2008 Honda Civic 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A4 6 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
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 5W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A
2.0L 4-cylinder Engine Code K20Z3 Z
Engine:
2.0L 4-cylinder K20Z3 Z [aka 2.0L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, GX, Hybrid, LX, MUGEN Si, Si
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts (without filter)
4.6 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
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
2008 Honda Civic 2.0L 4-cylinder K20Z3 Z oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4.4 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
4.6 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 5W-30 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug)
Notes:
N/A