Honda Civic 2006-2011 (8th gen)

The eighth generation of the Honda Civic, produced from 2006 to 2011, brought notable advancements in design, performance, and interior quality. The exterior design featured a sleeker and more aerodynamic profile, with a futuristic-looking front end and distinctive rear taillights. This generation was available in various body styles, including sedan, coupe, and a sporty Si model.

Honda focused on improving materials and build quality inside the cabin, resulting in a more refined and comfortable interior. The dashboard featured an innovative two-tier layout with a digital speedometer positioned higher for improved visibility. Safety enhancements included standard side curtain airbags and antilock brakes, reinforcing the Civic's reputation as a safe and reliable choice. The eighth-generation Civic continued to offer a range of efficient and responsive engines, catering to various driving preferences. Overall, this generation of the Honda Civic balanced practicality, comfort, and style, maintaining its status as a top contender in the compact car segment.

Honda Civic specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.

Engine 1.8L 4-Cylinder SOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 29 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 3.9 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 1.8L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Engine 2.0L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-30
• Oil certification: API
• Drain plug torque: 29 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder: 0.044”

Fuel

• Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50.0L )

Coolant

• Capacity: 
  • Manual:
    • U.S.: DX, LX, EX, EX-L: 1.80 US gal (6.8 L)
    • Canada: DX-G, SE: 1.80 US gal (6.8 L)
  • Automatic: 
    • U.S.: DX, LX, EX, EX-L:1.88 US gal (7.1 L )
    • Canada: DX-G, SE: 1.88 US gal (7.1 L )

Automatic Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid)
• Capacity: 6.08 US qt (5.75 L)

Manual Transmission Fluid

• Type: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement
• Capacity:
  • U.S.: DX, LX, EX, EX-L:1.7 US qt (1.6L )
  • Canada: DX-G, SE: 1.8 US qt (1.7 L)

Power Steering Fluid

• Type: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF

Brake Fluid

• Type: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement

Windshield Washer Reservoir

• Capacity: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L )

Refrigerant

• Type: HFC-134a (R-134a)
• Capacity: 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)

Air Conditioning Lubricant

• Type: S P-10

Powertrain

Engine

• Petrol:
  • 1.6 L R16A1 I4
  • 1.8 L R18A1 I4
  • 2.0 L K20Z2 I4
  • 2.0 L K20Z3 I4
  • 2.0 L K20A I4
• Petrol hybrid:
  • 1.3 L LDA-MF5 I4 + IMA

Transmission

• 5-speed automatic
• 5-speed manual
• 6-speed manual
• CVT

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Daytime Running Light Bulb: 9005
• Front Fog Light Bulb: H11-55W
• Front Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
  •  1157NA
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
  •  1157NA
• High Beam Headlight Bulb: 9005
• Low Beam Headlight Bulb: 9006

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb
  • 921,
  • 7440
• Brake Light Bulb:
  •  7443-SCK
  •  7443
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb:
  • 7440
  •  LED
• Inner Tail Light Bulb: 168
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Outer Tail Light Bulb:
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
  •  1157NA
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 7440NA
• Tail Light Bulb
  • 7443-SCK
  • 7443

Interior Lights

• Auto Trans Indicator Light Bulb: 74
• Dome Light Bulb: DE3175
• Map Light Bulb: DE3175
• Trunk Light Bulb: 168