HONDA 2008 Civic Hybrid - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 220)

Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Install a new oil filter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Remove the oil drain bolt and
washer from the bottom of the
engine. Drain the oil into an
appropriate container. Remove the oil filter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Make sure the oil filter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it before installing a
new oil filter.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
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DRAIN BOLT
WASHER
OIL FILTER
3.4 US qt (3.2 )
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
2008 Civic Hybrid
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