2012 Honda Civic Oil Capacity, Types, & Filters
Your essential guide to 2012 Honda Civic oil change is here! No more searching – find all the critical oil specs for your 2012 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 2012 Honda Civic oil change!
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| Engine & Code | Oil Capacity | Oil Viscosity/Type | Oil Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4-cylinder K24Z7 7 | 3.7 quarts (without filter) 3.8 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 Honda 15400RAFT01 |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder LEA2 A | 3.9 quarts (with filter) 3.7 quarts (without filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A9 2 | 3.9 quarts (with filter) 3.7 quarts (without filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
| 2.4L 4-cylinder R18Z1 6 | 4.2 quarts (without filter) 4.4 quarts (with filter) | SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS) | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 |
Select Your 2012 Honda Civic Engine Option
1.5L 4-cylinder Engine Code K24Z7 7
Engine:
1.5L 4-cylinder K24Z7 7 [aka 1.5L L4 (Electric/Gas)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, EX-L, GX, HF, Hybrid, Hybrid-L, LX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.7 quarts (without filter)
3.8 quarts (with filter)
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
OEM Oil Filter:
Honda 15400-PLM-A02 and Honda 15400RAFT01
Oil Filter Replaces:
15400-P0H-305, 15400-PLC-003, 15400-PLC-004, 15400-PLM-A01, 15400-RBA-F01, 15400-RTA-003, 15400-RTA-004
2012 Honda Civic 1.5L 4-cylinder K24Z7 7 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.
3.8 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Install a new washer on the drain bolt and make sure to use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code LEA2 A
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder LEA2 A [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, EX-L, GX, HF, Hybrid, Hybrid-L, LX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.9 quarts (with filter)
3.7 quarts (without 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
2012 Honda Civic 1.8L 4-cylinder LEA2 A 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.
3.7 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Install a new washer on the drain bolt and make sure to use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.
Notes:
N/A
1.8L 4-cylinder Engine Code R18A9 2
Engine:
1.8L 4-cylinder R18A9 2 [aka 1.8L L4 (Gas/CNG)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, EX-L, GX, HF, Hybrid, Hybrid-L, LX, Si
Oil Capacity:
3.9 quarts (with filter)
3.7 quarts (without 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
2012 Honda Civic 1.8L 4-cylinder R18A9 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.
3.7 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
29 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Install a new washer on the drain bolt and make sure to use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.
Notes:
N/A
2.4L 4-cylinder Engine Code R18Z1 6
Engine:
2.4L 4-cylinder R18Z1 6 [aka 2.4L L4 (Gas)]
Body & Trims:
DX, EX, EX-L, GX, HF, Hybrid, Hybrid-L, LX, Si
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts (without filter)
4.4 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
2012 Honda Civic 2.4L 4-cylinder R18Z1 6 oil change details
Oil Grade:
API*
Oil Capacity:
4.2 quarts. (without filter). This is the capacity without the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
4.4 quarts. (with filter). This is the capacity with the oil filter installed. Always check the oil level after refilling.
Oil Viscosity/Type:
SAE 0W-20 (All TEMPS)
Oil Drain Plug Torque:
30 ft/lbs (Oil Drain Plug). Install a new washer on the drain bolt and make sure to use an Original Equipment (OE) drain plug.
Notes:
N/A