Many drivers pick the 2015 Honda CR-V for features like its cabin space, solid fuel economy, and reliable handling. For owners who want to get the most out of their CR-V, it helps to know the car’s engine oil capacity.

Staying on top of

routine vehicle maintenance

is one of the easiest ways to extend the life of your 2015 Honda CR-V, with regular oil changes being one of the most vital.

But if you’re planning to change your CR-V’s oil yourself, you’ll need to know what kind of oil you need and what your engine’s oil capacity actually is. To help you save some time on your next oil change,

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2015 Honda CR-V engine oil capacity

A vehicle’s engine oil capacity can vary depending on its engine type. Even within a certain vehicle make, different engines are sometimes used across generations, model years, and trim levels, so it’s important to verify that you’re looking at requirements for the correct engine type.

If you’re not sure what your vehicle’s oil capacity is, you can look it up in your owner’s manual.

The 2015 Honda CR-V oil capacity is 4.6 quarts, or about 4.4 liters, including the oil filter. This car has a 2.4-liter, 4-cylinder engine.

At first glance, it might be easy to mistake the 2.4 liters for the engine’s oil capacity, but this actually refers to the engine’s displacement, which is the total volume the engine cylinders take up.

What kind of oil does a 2015 Honda CR-V need?

The 2015 Honda CR-V requires 0W-20 detergent oil. Using the correct type of motor oil in your vehicle is extremely important—using an incompatible motor oil could cause you to end up with substantial (and expensive) engine damage. It could also void your vehicle’s warranty.

Here’s a breakdown of what the Honda CR-V’s oil requirement means. The “0” refers to the oil’s thickness (or viscosity)at lower temperatures when the engine isn’t running. The “20” refers to the oil’s viscosity after the engine has reached higher operating temperatures. “Detergent oil” means there are certain additives to help reduce factors like sludge buildup and other wear and tear.

Does it matter which brand of engine oil you pick?

Honda

recommends Genuine Honda Motor Oil as a first choice, but another commercial brand is okay to use as long as it has an API certification seal on the label and the correct viscosity grade (0W-20).

As long as it’s API-certified and has the right viscosity grade, it’s okay to use synthetic oil, too.

Honda recommends against using any extra additives, which could counteract what the engine oil has been engineered to do and damage your engine or other parts.

As you search for the right engine oil for your Honda CR-V, here are a few options worth considering:

Honda’s top choice: Use

Genuine Honda Motor Oil

if you’re looking to check all the boxes on Honda’s engine oil recommendations.

For high-mileage vehicles: If the miles on your CR-V’s engine are starting to add up, a high-mileage engine oil like

this one from Valvoline

could help improve your engine’s performance, reduce leaks, and break down excess buildup of debris.

A synthetic engine oil option: If you’d prefer to drive longer distances between oil changes, consider using a fully synthetic engine oil like

this one from Mobil 1

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How often to change oil on a 2015 Honda CR-V

How often should you

change the oil

on a 2015 Honda CR-V?

The answer depends on what kind of oil you’re using and what driving conditions your CR-V has been exposed to. If driving in dusty environments or frequent traffic jams is pretty common for you, you might need to change your engine oil more often than you would otherwise.

Honda generally recommends changing your engine oil every 3,000 to 5,000 miles if you’re using conventional oil, or every 7,500 to 10,000 miles if you’re using synthetic oil.

Since the range between oil changes can vary pretty widely, it’s a good idea to check your oil regularly. Car experts commonly recommend doing so about once a month, or whenever you’re refueling your vehicle.

If you notice any of these signs, your 2015 Honda CR-V may be ready for its next oil change:

Engine oil has become dark brown or black

Engine oil has a grainy texture

Unusual new or

loud noises

are coming from your engine

Smoke, burning, or oil scents are coming from your engine

Worsened engine performance

Check engine indicator light has come on

Oil change and/or oil pressure indicator lights have come on

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How to change your oil and oil filter

When your 2015 Honda CR-V is ready for an oil change, here are some of the supplies you’ll need:

Socket wrench

Filter wrench (a tool used for removing old oil filters)

New washer for the drain bolt

New oil filter

New engine oil

Drain pan

Rubber gloves

Towel(s) for clean-up

Once you have everything you need, you can begin by starting your engine and letting it run for a few minutes. This will warm up the engine oil and make it easier to drain. Then, you’re ready to lift your CR-V’s hood and begin:

Remove the oil fill cap

Underneath your car, remove the drain bolt and washer, allowing the old engine oil to empty into the drain pan

As the oil continues draining, remove the old oil filter

Install the new oil filter following the package instructions

Once the oil’s finished draining, replace the drain bolt with the new washer and tighten it to 30 lb-ft

Return to the hood of your car and add fresh engine oil until it reaches the proper level (which you can check with your dipstick)

Replace the engine oil fill cap

Once you’re finished, let your engine run for a few minutes again, checking for any leaks, then turn it off and check your engine oil one last time, adding more as needed. Repeat until the engine oil is at the correct level.

Then, there’s just one more step! Engine oil is an environmentally hazardous material, so you can’t just dispose of used engine oil by pouring it down the drain or dumping it on the ground.

Many cities, as well as certain car repair shops and dealerships, have drop-off locations where you can dispose of old oil—just be sure to note their requirements before you do so.

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Don’t forget regular insurance policy maintenance

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