Engine Oil
The SAE numbers tell you the oil's
viscosity or weight. Select the oil
for your car according to this
chart.
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
preferred for improved fuel
economy and year-round protec-
tion in your Honda. You may use a
10W-30 oil if the temperature in
your area never goes below 20 °F
(-7 °C).
Additives
Your Honda does not need any oil
additives. Purchasing additives
for the engine or transmission will
not increase your car's perfor-
mance or longevity. It only
increases the cost of operating
your car.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Always change the oil and filter
according to the time and distance
(miles/kilometers) recommen-
dations on the maintenance
schedule. The oil and filter collect
contaminants that can damage
your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
Changing the oil and filter
requires special tools and access
from underneath the car. The car
should be raised on a service
station-type hydraulic lift for this
service. Unless you have the
knowledge and proper
equipment, you should have this
maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Maintenance
Repeated, prolonged exposure
to used motor oil may cause
skin cancer.
Wash your hands thoroughly
with strong soap as soon as
possible after handling used
oil.
Ambient Temperature
