1995 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 104

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Engine Oil The oil container may also display the API Certification seal. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." The SAE numbers tell you the oil's viscosity or weight. Select the oil for your car according to this chart: Additives Your Honda does not need any oil additives. Purchasing additives for the engine or transmission will not increase your car's performance or longevity. It only increases the cost of operating your car. Ambient Temperature Oil and Filter Changes Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommendations on the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. API CERTIFICATION SEAL An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F (-7°C). Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the car. The car should be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service. Unless you have the knowledge and proper Maintenance

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Engine Oil
The oil container may also
display the API Certification seal.
Make sure it says "For Gasoline
Engines."
API CERTIFICATIONSEAL
The SAE numbers tell you the
oil's viscosity or weight. Select
the oil for your car according to
this chart:
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
preferred for improved fuel
economy and year-round
protection in your Honda. You may
use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature
in your area never goes below 20°F
(-7°C).
Additives
Your Honda does not need any
oil additives. Purchasing
additives for the engine or
transmission will not increase
your car's performance or
longevity. It only increases the
cost of operating your car.
Oil and Filter Changes
Always change the oil and filter
according to the time and
distance (miles/kilometers)
recommendations on the
maintenance schedule. The oil
and filter collect contaminants
that can damage your engine if
they are not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and filter
requires special tools and access
from underneath the car. The car
should be raised on a service
station-type hydraulic lift for this
service. Unless you have the
knowledge and proper
Maintenance
Ambient Temperature