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Honda Civic Transmission Fluid
The correct transmission fluid for the Honda Civic, how much it takes, how often to change it, and how to check the level.
Quick answer
The Honda Civic typically uses Honda HCF-2 (CVT). Refill capacity on a drain-and-fill is ≈ 3–4 qt drain-and-fill, with a common change interval of per Maintenance Minder; ~25,000–30,000 mi under severe service. Dipstick: No. Most modern Civics use a CVT requiring HCF-2. The Si/Type R are manual (MTF); older 5-speed autos used ATF DW-1.
Fluid specifications
- Recommended fluid
- Honda HCF-2 (CVT)
- Transmission
- CVT (most trims; Si and Type R are manual)
- Refill capacity
- ≈ 3–4 qt drain-and-fill
- Change interval
- per Maintenance Minder; ~25,000–30,000 mi under severe service
- Dipstick
- No
- Applies to
- 2016–present (CVT trims)
Figures are general guidance for the Honda Civic. Always confirm the exact fluid spec and capacity for your model year in the owner's manual before servicing.
How to check it
Because the Honda Civic is sealed, the fluid is checked from underneath at the fill/level plug with the vehicle level and the fluid at a specified temperature. See our step-by-step guides:
Frequently asked questions
What type of transmission fluid does the Honda Civic use?+
The Honda Civic typically uses Honda HCF-2 (CVT). Always confirm the exact specification for your model year in the owner's manual before topping up or changing fluid — using the wrong fluid can damage the transmission.
Does the Honda Civic have a transmission dipstick?+
Most Honda Civic models are sealed and do not have a transmission dipstick, so the fluid is checked from a fill/level plug at a specified temperature.
How often should Honda Civic transmission fluid be changed?+
A common interval for the Honda Civic is per Maintenance Minder; ~25,000–30,000 mi under severe service. Severe service — towing, heat, stop-and-go — shortens that. Follow your owner's manual for the definitive schedule.
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