2012 Honda Civic
Maintenance & specsVERIFIED Jun 15, 2026
The 2012 Honda Civic takes 0W-20 Full Synthetic with a total capacity of 3.7 quarts (filter included). You’ll need a 17mm socket for the drain plug, torqued to 39 Nm. The OEM oil filter is the Honda 15400-PLM-A02, with 2 compatible alternatives listed below. Note: this vehicle has 3 active recalls — check the recalls section below. Below you’ll find complete maintenance specs, fluid capacities, parts, and links to buy what you need.
⚑ QUICK DIY TIPS FOR THE 2012 HONDA CIVIC
- Torque your drain plug to 39 Nm (29 ft-lbs) to avoid leaks or stripped threads.
- Using the OEM filter (Honda 15400-PLM-A02) is recommended for warranty compliance.
- Always use 0W-20 Full Synthetic as specified by Honda — using the wrong viscosity can void your powertrain warranty.
- Check the maintenance schedule below for your next service interval.
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Oil & Filter
OilBuy
Viscosity0W-20
Oil typeFull Synthetic
Capacity (with filter)3.7 qt
Capacity (w/o filter)3.4 qt
OEM specAPI SN
Drain Bolt & Hardware
Socket size17 mm
ThreadM14x1.5
Torque spec39 Nm
GasketCrush washer
9th gen FB (1.8L R18 I4)
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Fluid Specifications
03
Parts & Specifications
Spark Plugs
TypeIridium
Gap0.044
Quantity4
Change interval100,000 mi
Tires
Size215/55R17
Front pressure33 PSI
Rear pressure33 PSI
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Maintenance Schedule
≈ every 12 months
- ▸Change Engine Oil & Filter
- ▸Rotate Tires
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Torque Specifications
06
Safety Recalls
307
Technical Service Bulletins
61Estimated Current Value
Original MSRP
$25,000
Private Party
$4,037–$4,462
Dealer Retail
$4,675–$5,312
Trade-In
$3,612–$4,037
Depreciation
83%
Estimated values assume average condition and mileage for vehicle age.
Source: estimated
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