HONDA 2009 Civic Coupe - Manual (Page 318)

Remove the oil filter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
Install a new oil filter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean off any dirt
and dust on the connecting
surface of a new oil filter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Make sure the oil filter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it before installing a
new oil filter.
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6.
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8.
3. 4.
Si
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L
CONTINUED
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
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OIL FILTER
Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX, EX-L
OIL
FILTER
3.9 US qt (3.7 )
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.6 US qt (4.4 )
2009 Civic Coupe
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