Maintenance / 1998 Civic HX · Manual 5-speed · 4 cyl · 1.6 L
Engine oil and filter
Match both the oil grade and specification to this engine. Check the refill conditions before buying oil, then use the dipstick to confirm the final level.
IntervalNormal: oil at 7,500-mile steps and the annual service; filter every 15,000 miles or 12 months. Severe: oil and filter every 3,750 miles or 6 months. Apply the first applicable distance/time limit.Verified
01 / Requirements
Configuration-specific service and fitment facts
These sourced values are shared by the specification sheet and the maintenance guides for this exact configuration.
Engine oil
- Engine oil viscosity
- SAE 5W-30 preferred; SAE 10W-30 only when temperature stays above 20°F (-7°C) Verified
- Engine oil specification
- API SJ Energy Conserving VerifiedSynthetic oil must meet the same classification; it does not extend the maintenance interval.
- Engine oil refill with filter
- 3.5 US qt VerifiedHX change quantity with filter; excludes oil remaining in the engine. The 3.7 L dry total is different. Check the dipstick after the prescribed settling period.
- Engine oil refill without filter
- 3.2 US qt VerifiedHX oil change without filter; not the dry total.
Match the recorded grade, required oil specification and refill quantity before ordering. Follow the vehicle's maintenance schedule, not an oil brand's advertised maximum interval.
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Oil filters
- Oil filter applications
- K&N HP-1004 Verified
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K&N HP-1004 Oil Filter
Compatible oil filter · One filter for an oil-and-filter service. Follow the product installation instructions. The oil-only normal interval does not require a new filter each time.
Manufacturer details ↗Drain washers
- Oil drain plug torque
- 29 lb-ft VerifiedHX/EX specification only; fit one new drain washer at every drain. The DX torque is different.
- Engine oil drain washer
- Honda 94109-14000 Verified
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Honda OEM 14 mm Oil Drain Plug Washer
New oil-drain washer · Use one new washer every time the oil drain plug is removed. This existing package contains ten washers; one is used per service.
Manufacturer details ↗- Refill and filter
- A filter change, a top-up and a dry engine fill are different quantities. Match the filter and drain washer to the engine/VIN; check for leaks after servicing.
- Severe-use applicability
- Use severe intervals when the car is MAINLY driven on short trips (under 5 miles, or under 10 miles in freezing weather), above 90°F/32°C, with extensive idling/stop-go, with a roof carrier/in mountains, or on muddy, dusty or de-iced roads. Occasional exposure alone does not select severe.