The 2015 Honda Civic is one of the most popular compact sedans on the road, thanks to its reliability and affordability. This versatile car checks all the boxes for first-time car buyers, from a spacious and practical interior to a fun and peppy driving experience. Knowing the engine oil capacity of this compact car is the first step to help you keep up with the maintenance.

The cost of vehicle ownership doesn’t stop after you purchase the car—you’ll have ongoing costs for the entire time you drive it, including maintenance, gas, and insurance. However, you can save on some expenses by changing the engine oil of your 2015 Honda Civic at home instead. If you plan to do the oil changes by yourself, be sure to check your owner’s manual for the recommended oil type and capacity for your model.

If you don’t have your owner’s manual for your 2015 Honda Civic oil capacity, or you just want more information, we’ve got you covered.

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2015 Honda Civic engine oil capacity

Knowing the oil capacity of your 2015 Honda Civic is important so you know how much oil to buy for the top-up.

Keep in mind that the oil capacity and the engine’s displacement are two different numbers:

Oil capacity is the amount of oil you need for each

oil change

Engine displacement is the volume that the cylinders take up in the engine

The 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine of your 2015 Civic has an oil capacity of 3.9 quarts (3.7 liters). Adding the wrong amount of oil (under or overfilling) can cause engine damage, so be sure that you don’t confuse the oil capacity and engine displacement numbers.

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What kind of oil does a 2015 Honda Civic need?

Different engines have different oil type requirements for the best performance. Honda recommends the use of Premium-grade 0W-20 oil in the 2015 Honda Civic.

Here’s a breakdown of what this means:

The numbers represent the oil viscosity—how thick the oil is. An oil with a lower number means a thinner oil.

The “W” represents winter. Oil types with a W mean their viscosity changes based on temperature.

The number 0 before “W” means that the oil maintains its viscosity as a 0-weight oil at 0°F. The number 20 means that it acts as a 20-weight oil once it is warmed to 210°F. This multi-grade oil allows the engine to run safely in fluctuating temperatures, which reduces the rate of wear and tear.

A high-quality synthetic oil can be safely used in your 2015 Civic as long as it meets the same requirements and has the API Certification Seal, such as a premium-grade 0W-20 synthetic oil.

Always use the recommended oil to ensure that your engine runs without problems. Using a different oil type could risk irreparable damage to your engine and could void your warranty.

If you want to go with the manufacturer’s recommendation, you will need

Honda Genuine

motor oil

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How often to change oil on a 2015 Honda Civic

Once you’re familiar with the 2015 Honda Civic’s oil capacity and type, you can change your oil!

Honda recommends changing your engine oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles if you use conventional oil. An oil change every six months is a good benchmark if you drive often to ensure your engine is using clean oil.

If you use synthetic oil, you can wait longer between oil changes, since it has a longer service life. Experts recommend changing synthetic oil every 7,500 to 10,000 miles.

With such a wide range, it can be hard to determine the best time to change the engine oil. You can check your oil level regularly to confirm if an oil change is needed. These signs indicate that you’re due for an oil change:

The motor oil is dark brown or black—clean oil is light brown or amber

Motor oil is coarse or gritty

Abnormal or

loud sounds

are coming from the engine

Unusual smells, such as oil, smoke, or burning are present

There is decreased vehicle performance

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How to change your oil and oil filter

Before you change the oil, you will need tools: hydraulic jacks, jack stands, a 17mm box end wrench, funnel, drain pan, and filter wrench designed to remove the old oil filter. You will also need to get a replacement filter and four quarts of premium 0W-20 engine oil.

Before changing the oil, start the engine and let it run until the oil reaches the normal operating temperature. This should take about 5 minutes. Once the engine is up to temp, turn off the engine and follow these steps:

Jack up the car and secure it with jack stands

Remove the oil fill cap at the top of the engine

Place the drain pan under the drain plug

Remove the oil drain bolt and washer under the engine

Drain the old oil into the drain pan and clean the oil plug

Replace the oil drain bolt using a new washer and tighten it to 30 ft-lb

Lower the car

Remove the old oil filter and install the new filter

Refill the engine with new oil and replace the fill cap

Once you’ve completed the oil change, check the dipstick to ensure you have the right oil level—it should sit between the fill lines. You should also check for leaks by turning the engine on for a few minutes. If everything was done correctly, the

oil pressure light

on the dashboard should turn off.

After changing your oil, it’s a good idea to turn on your car and let your engine run for about 30 seconds before you check the oil level. This will give you a more accurate measurement, and you’ll be able to top it off if necessary.

When cleaning up, place the old oil in a sealed container before disposing it at a local recycling facility. Do not dump the oil onto the ground or put it in your trash bin.

Don’t forget regular insurance policy maintenance

Regular oil changes help prolong your 2015 Honda Civic’s peak years and will also save you

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