Lubricants and Fluids



Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.


For the details of lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.

Lubrication Points Lubricant 
A Engine Always use synthetic genuine Honda Motor Oil (Highly recommended), synthetic 0W-30 motor oil ACEA A1/B1 (Highly recommended), or synthetic motor oil ACEA A3/B3.
ACEA viscosity: See chart. 
B Manual transmission Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Always use genuine Honda MTF*. Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives. 
C Brake system (including VSA line) Brake Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. 
D Clutch line Brake Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid. 
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L 		Release fork
Battery terminals
Brake booster clevis
Clutch master cylinder clevis
Shift lever
Fuel fill door
Hood hinges and hood latch
Tailgate hinges and tailgate latch 		Multipurpose Grease 
M Brake caliper piston seals Rubber Grease 
N
O 		Brake caliper piston boots, piston pins and boots
Shift cable ends 		Silicone Grease 
P Air conditioning compressor Compressor oil: DENSO ND-OIL8 (P/N 38897-PR7-003, 38898-PR7-003, or 38899-PR7-A01)
For refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a) 

 If genuine Honda MTF is not available, use API service SL or higher grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement. 

 

NOTE: The illustration shows the RHD type, the LHD type is similar.