1996 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 133

Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten it to: (DX) 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m , 33 Ibf.ft) (U.S.: HX, EX, Canada: Si) 39 N.m (4.0 kgf.m , 29 Ibf.ft) 6. Refill the engine with the recommended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): (DX) 3.3 (3.5 US q t , 2.9 lmp qt) (U.S.: HX, EX, Canada: Si) 3.6 (3.8 US q t , 3.2 lmp qt) 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine and reinspect your work. 8. Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. 9. Turn off the engine, let it sit for several minutes, then check the oil level. If necessary, add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick. NOTICE If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed container and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground. Maintenance