2003 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID engine oil capacity

Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level. If necessary, add oil to bring
the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
Put the under cover back in place
and reinstall the nine holding clips.
Lock the clips securely by pushing
on the center of each clip.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator light should go out within
f ive seconds. If it does not, turn of f
the engine and reinspect your
work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes and check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Remove the oil f ilter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
Honda dealer) is required to
remove the f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
instructions that come with it. 7.
8.
9.
10. 12. 11.
5.
6.
Engine Oil
Maint enance198
OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
3.4 US qt (3.2
, 2.8 Imp qt) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation288
Dimensions
WeightsCapacities
Engine 174.8 in (4,440 mm)
67.5 in (1,715 mm)
56.3 in (1,430 mm)
103.1 in (2,620 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
13.2 US gal (50
, 11.0 Imp gal)
1.06 US gal (4.0
, 0.88 Imp gal)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb. 1.08 US gal (4.1, 0.90 Imp gal)
1.40 US gal (5.3
, 1.17 Imp gal)
1.37 US gal (5.2, 1.14 Imp gal)
3.4 US qt (3.2
, 2.8 Imp qt)
3.2 US qt (3.0, 2.6 Imp qt)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid (CVT)
4.0 US qt (3.8, 3.3 Imp qt)
1.6 US qt (1.5, 1.3 Imp qt)
1.7 US qt (1.6, 1.4 Imp qt)
3.4 US qt (3.2, 2.8 Imp qt)
5.7 US qt (5.4, 4.8 Imp qt)
2.6 US qt (2.5
, 2.2 Imp qt)
4.8 US qt (4.5, 4.0 Imp qt)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. 0.11 US gal (0.4
, 0.09 Imp gal)
2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm)
82 cu-in (1.339 cm
)
10.8
See spark plug maintenance
section page 215 .
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC
4-cylinder gasoline engine
Front
Rear
Approx.
1:
2: Change
Manual
CVT
Total Manual
CVT
Change
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Cars
Canada Cars
Manual trans-
mission fluid Including filter
Windshield
washer reservoir
1
2

CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 152
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Accessories .152
.
Additional Safety Precautions . 153
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Modif ications .153
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .87
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Accessory Power Socket . 103
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Additives, Engine Oil . 196
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Airbag (SRS) .10, 48
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Air Cleaner Element .211
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Air Conditioning System . 108
..............................
Maintenance .221
.........................................
Usage .110
.......................
Air Outlets (Vents) .108
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Air Pressure, Tires .225
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High Speed Driving . 226
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Normal Driving .226
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Alcohol in Gasoline .292
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Antif reeze .199
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .62, 177
...................................
Operation .175
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 137Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock .86
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Appearance Care .245
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Audio System .118
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Auto Idle Stop .163, 171
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Indicator .164, 172
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 46
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Automatic Speed Control . 139
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 166
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .288
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 206
.......................................
Shif ting .167
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 166
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Shif t Lever Positions . 167
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Shif t Lock Release . 170
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62, 272
............................
Jump Starting .265
.................................
Level Gauge .72
..............................
Maintenance .216
............................
Specif ications .289
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Bef ore Driving .143 ....................................
Belts,Seat .8,45
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Beverage Holder .102
.................................
Body Repairs .253
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 175
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Break-in, New Linings . 144
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Bulb Replacement .237
...........................................
Fluid .209
.......................................
Parking .100
.................
System Indicator . 62,275
........................
Wear Indicators .174
.............................
Braking System .174
........................
Break-in, New Car .144
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 77
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Brights, Headlights .75
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Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:Tire Pressure (measured cold): Brake Fluid:
Automatic Transmission Fluid
(CVT):
5-speed Manual Transmission
Fluid:
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of
86or higher.
30psi ( 210kPa , 2.1kgf/cm
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT
3preferred, or a DOT 3or
DOT 4brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2kgf/cm
)
Oil change capacity (including
filter): API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ). Use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic
Transmission Fluid) only.
3.4 US qt ( 3.2
,2 .8 Imp qt)
13.2
US gal (50
,11.0 Imp gal)
3.4US qt ( 3.2
,2 .8 Imp qt)
Capacity:
1.6 US qt ( 1.5
,1 .3 Imp qt)
Capacity (including differential): Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE
10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page ).
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