How to Change Engine Oil and Filter In 2012 Honda Civic 2006-2015

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This is a video on how to change your engine oil and filter. This specific vehicle is a 2012 Honda Civic LX with the 1.8L 4 cylinder engine. This process is the same for all Civics (Except SI) from year 2006-2015. Most other cars are very similar as well.
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@melicanpelican8962 7 лет назад

23 year old female who has never really been hands on, but i'm on a budget and changing my own oil would seem to cost less! Thank you for your clear instructions and confidence building video :)

@sergiozamorano6413 Год назад

Go for it nothing is impossible God bless you strong woman

@joerosas2876 4 месяца назад

This guy gave me a headake camera was flying every where,good video.

@russellpawlett588 7 лет назад

Awesome video, two things I would suggest is starting with the oil filter instead of the pan and turn it a notch, puncturing the bottom to get the oil out more smoothly and then move to the oil pan. Another thing is once you turn on the car more oil goes into the filter so its always good to check after running the car or just fill the oil filter

@oobaka1967 5 лет назад

Did this yesterday on my father's '12 Civic. He was a mechanic but lately he's having trouble remembering. He actually started taking off the plug for the transmission fluid before I stopped him. He gets mad when I am forced to tell him he's mistaken. Usually says something like "I've done more oil changes than you ever will". Anyway...one great thing he did was build a very large ramp to drive most vehicles onto so we can sit on stools while working under the car. Tires are at shoulder height. Don't have to lay on the ground at all. He used an I-beam for the ramp. Solid as a rock.

@majin_duke 4 года назад

Never been a car guru and it’s my first vehicle. Finally deciding to start doing my own oil change; big help.

@amikatz8439 7 лет назад

Eric, thanks so much for an easy video to follow. I really appreciated the little tips, like putting a little oil on the rubber of the new oil filter. Newbies like me don't always know that unless told. I used to pay $70 for every oil change because I "have synthetic oil and why not pay more because you require less changes!" is what shops say around here in Sonoma County, California. Thank you so much. You'll be saving me at least $30 every oil change and now I have the satisfaction of knowing that I actually can do a simple oil change.

@gzelaya6086 8 лет назад

I am a 22 year old female , I don't know SHIT about cars and this gave the confidence to try it myself . I hate depending on people and I'm not about to spend 60$ for a untrustworthy mechanic to do it ESPECIALLY when they won't take the time to go above and beyond, like for example ,lubing the rubber thing from the filter when you put it back on . Thank you so much sir !!! You have helped me. #2011HondaCivicOwner

@dannyb20vtec28 8 лет назад

that's awesome your a girl and have that motivation to work on your car! keep it up !! and it's nice knowing the job was done right...because you did it!!👍

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+g zelaya Welcome, glad it was helpful!

@jessietkm84 7 лет назад

Omg I loved reading this comment because I also am a 22 year old female that doesn't know shit about cars. My dad can probably do the oil change but I want to learn how to do it myself 🙌🏼

@guachito33 7 лет назад

go get a girlfriend , instead of making BJ comments on youtube... what a fucking loser

@MrRangerZr1 8 лет назад

Thanks. Just did my 2014 EX-L today. I feel proud of myself LOL

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+MrRangerZr1 Nice! It pays to know how to do it yourself! Congrats!

@PhillipHammond 4 года назад

Always a good feeling. Did my Pilot about to do my 2012 civic as well.

@phillipwelshans1134 8 лет назад

Very helpful video. I own a 2012 Civic and have been meaning to learn how to do more of the straightforward maintenance myself. This was super helpful; I'm going to start doing this myself and save the trip to the dealership.

@elmerstree8179 3 года назад

Most definitely, my 2012 is calling for one as I type!! Now, if I can find someone to tell me about a headlight issue 😃

@yumccall3281 9 лет назад

Thorough video. Thank you from Northville, MI.

@larkija 4 года назад

Thank you! This is my go-to video everytime I change mine and forget what to do.

@Michaelmend2222 8 лет назад

Saved me 50 bucks thank you my man!

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Michael Mendoza Glad it was helpful.

@barrygkx 8 лет назад

Very informative video. I pre fill my oil filter before I install the new one. That's less time the engine runs with no oil being sent to the bearings. Barry

@nickv4073 8 лет назад

+Barry Kery True but 3 seconds isn't going to harm anything. Waste of time.

@700gsteak 3 года назад

Thats a myth. The engine never runs without oil being sent to the bearing because when you refill the oil after changing the oil filter the oil flows into the filter and the air travels to the top of the oil container.

@David-hh3oc 6 лет назад

Second time I have used this video to change my oil. A great help. Thanks

@DoctorFunkify 2 года назад

People like you make the world go round. Thank you lol

@akindeleslibrary 6 лет назад

Thanks for putting this out there. I'm changing mine next time by myself.

@harleyhamm9329 3 года назад

This is very thorough. Much appreciated, dude.

@mikes9393 4 года назад

Thank you for pinning the required tools etc. you dah best!

@invictusigwe6349 2 года назад

Best oil change video I’ve seen. Thanks for taking the time, good sir! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

@jrichtechnoexpert5 6 лет назад

Thanks for making and posting this, saved me some time.

@MT-pz9kh 8 лет назад

Thanks Eric very helpful video!

@ufaiki 8 лет назад

That was very helpful sir. Thanks alot!

@eemerald2323 Год назад

Should've filled up the oil filter with oil before installing it. Because now when the oil pump tries to pump the oil then there will be a lapse where the oil pump could be damaged. Also you should've left the drain bolt out and let it drip longer while you changed the filter. New filter goes in first before the drain bolt.

@bbraganza 4 года назад

Great videos Eric!

@windfall19 9 лет назад

Great video. Thank you!

@danmasini 8 лет назад

Great videos. Thanks!

@islamsheik221 7 лет назад

Hi! Thank you so much. For wonderful video👍😄

@emoskakidd 8 лет назад

I just bough a 2015 honda civic. My first vehicle ever. I enjoyed your video. It gives me an idea on what to look for. Looking forward for more videos!

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+emoskakidd Congrats! Its a great car that I'm sure will serve you well!

@emoskakidd 8 лет назад

+Eric Smith thank you! no regrets so far :) I just wish I had a friend who knew about cars that way I could learn all this mechanical stuff.

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

emoskakidd RU-vid is your friend! Even if there isn't a video on your specific vehicle, a lot of the knowledge is transferable from car to car. Have fun!

@emoskakidd 8 лет назад

+Eric Smith thanks :)

@gabo7356 4 года назад

Thank you! Very helpful video.

@Tailsnpaws 9 лет назад

Well done! Thank you.

@kathylynbeck6885 8 лет назад

Very helpful, thanks.

@Testostebro 7 лет назад

Thank you very much for this video. Will help me tremendously.

@johnspitta6725 9 лет назад

Nice video!

@patrodrigue9507 8 лет назад

Very helpful thanks

@jessisamessica 2 года назад

Thank you! Made it super easy to take care of my oil change and figure out where everything was. Super clear instructions My 2012 civic oil pan bolt was a 14mm tho

@carlovanrijk4039 Год назад

jessicamessica, typically the drain bolt for the Honda Civic is a 17 mm if it was from the factory. But an aftermarket drain bolt may have been purchased at an auto-parts store, and that could be why your drain bolt is a 14 mm. Just a thought.

@jenniferparthasarthy3514 2 года назад

Excellent details!

@Gold63Beast 5 лет назад

What kind of screws hold the metal tin you have to remove to get access to the oil filter? It’s a torx? Which size?

@Collections871 2 года назад

Thank you so much for that concise explanation and instructions. It makes the difference when the person does his or her oil change🛢. From now on I will do by myself with your help did help alot.

@phil5992 5 лет назад

Just my 2 cents. I use ramps so the car is angled. I fill so that the Dip stick reads a little over the limit. I start the car, roll it down the ramps so it's level. Shut it off then recheck the level. Assuming the oil filter wasn't prefilled, you'll lose quite a bit of reading on the dip stick. For me, usually drops back down to the low end of the reading. Refill a little bit until the stick reads mid to full. Thanks for the vid.

@josephburhop9135 3 месяца назад

6😅

@kenhilson786 2 года назад

I've heard that oiling the filter gasket is a must,not optional. normally practice I believe is to turn filter until gasket hits sealing surface then an additional 3/4 turn.

@beaucephus6295 8 лет назад

You didnt show the part I needed the dip stick reading. I put 4qrts in mine and its seems to be a tad bit over the hash markings on the dip stick. With a hot summer Im worried I put to much. Can you please help with a little advice, thnx.

@KrummyBrinkleJr. 4 года назад

Glad my new car has a better oil filter placement than my 2000 accord. It was a maze finding it before

@raynekraven 5 лет назад

isthis procedure valid for the EX-L 4 doors 2012 model with the 1.8 engine?

@martinrios3317 3 года назад

It’s easier than I thought appreciate it lol after watching the video of course other wise I’d be completely lost thanks

@Dani.G.German600 4 года назад

Very late but you think every oil change you should change the washer for the drain plug? Or no?

@davidcontreras2422 9 лет назад

Nice video Thank you Sir.

@moneyguyeric9331 9 лет назад

David Contreras Thank you!

@coryharper5904 Год назад

Great video, only change I would suggest is that a honda oil filter is superior to any other brand, their patented system is unmatched by any other filtration system

@michaelhorgan9525 7 лет назад

2016 and up use a skid plate, but that is pretty easy to get off. All you need is a Flat head and phillips head screwdriver and then after that the procedure is the same.

@islamsheik221 7 лет назад

Thank you very much.👍😃

@prospect4954 6 лет назад

I’m a 2012 Civic owner is there a way to order another dipstick I also owned a 2007 Civic coupe my issue is having to struggle reading the measure I prefer the metal dipsticks

@miguelquevedo553 Год назад

Thank you for the video

@AudioInklined 5 лет назад

Thank you !

@riopower 8 лет назад

Great video Thanks for the info. Questions. is it OK to raise only the front? Also when I check the oil level should I lower the car before dip stick check? Thanks!

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Charles Kim Raising only the front is fine. Make sure your parking brake is on and you should chock the rear wheels as well. Ideally, the car should be lowered to check the dipstick.

@riopower 8 лет назад

+Eric Smith thanks a bunch for quick reply! I am planning to get floor jack would the low profile 2 ton floor jack will do the job? Or should I get regular ones? Thanks a bunch!

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Charles Kim A low profile 2 ton would work fine. Being low profile is not a requirement, a standard jack should fit fine. If you have other lowered cars or plan to have one in the future, the low pro might be a good way to go.

@michaelcarlo2899 2 года назад

Do you have to change the crush washer as well?

@nickv4073 8 лет назад

Those orange plastic dip sticks are terrible. Makes it so hard to read oil level when the oil is new. I use the measure what comes out and put the same back in method. Also, since I use ramps I usually get slightly more than four quarts out.

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Nick V Man, no joke.

@JT-hu2rr 8 лет назад

+Eric Smith , I've been told eons ago I'd cause less engine wear if I fill up new filter with fresh oil as much as I can before I screw it up the engine block. Don't know how much difference does it make, if any, on cars under the care of weekend backyard mechanics. Your take?

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+J TrueAverage I've heard this too.. I don't think its much different as far as wear goes compared to a typical cold start. Barely anyone does this and I certainly haven't heard of any problems. Probably more work than its worth, especially if the filter mounts at an angle.

@samuraimedi4061 5 лет назад

@@JT-hu2rr yeah, my pops always told me to do so, think its like priming the filter.

@josevargassanabria8632 2 года назад

Question, if the car has over 100k miles do I need to use a different oil than the one on this vid from 7yrs ago?

@RosaGonzalez-hp4ml 7 лет назад

Muy bueno. George

@braedenhess2671 8 лет назад

+eric smith on that filter wrench, are you using the 12 or 16inch? which do you recommend?

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Braeden Hess 12" should be more than sufficient, they shouldn't be on very tight and 12" should be easier to maneuver.

@sergiozamorano6413 2 года назад

Does it takes all the 4 quarts of oil or 3 1/2 quarts?

@Tommyr 7 лет назад

Looks like my 2014 Civic!

@FernandoContrerasCA 2 года назад

For jacking up the car I was able to get more clearance jacking the vehicle up from the 2 tow hooks on both sides rather than the indicated spot in the middle. I rotated the tires and for the rear I just jacked it on the rear tow hook.

@quanmack6332 3 года назад

I heard once your car gets past a certain mileage you have to use a different oil. Is that true ??

@franciscocapellanvalverde405 Год назад

Hola buenas, estoy pensado en comprar un HONDA Civic 2.2 iDTEC Executive diesel, pero mido 1.85 y soy bastante corpulento, estare comodo en el coche? y es fiable este coche?

@MrLew1965 7 лет назад

I always start the engine, let it warm up a bit and build up normal oil pressure, shut down the engine and then take my oil reading !! Putting oil in and taking a reading without starting is definitely INCORRECT !!!

@alexsbikesandmotors 6 лет назад

with the dipstick. duh

@12fg39 5 лет назад

To check correct oil level and see if it's on the maximum, check the oil in the morning when car is cold. Now to check if the oil is between min and max then check like you did. My oil always between the min and max whenever I check when I fill up for gas. I get a more accurate reading when I check it in the morning.

@svjim1 7 месяцев назад

Yeah I had a real hard time getting the oil bolt loose. The mechanic also made the oil filter really tight as well. I had a tool though that fits over the end of the filter but even with that it was hard getting it loose. The new filter has a rough surface on that end so you can grip it good for a hand tight. That surface won't allow for the tool.

@joj2163 8 лет назад

So for the oil I dont need to buy the honda 0w 20? this one is good enough? cause i know honda is very particular about that kind of stuff

@michaelhorgan9525 7 лет назад

Mobil makes a nice 0W-20 but other brands are ok as well.

@michaelhorgan9525 7 лет назад

You can use any weight you want. 5W-30 or even 5W-20 are fine. 0W-30 is also ok, but most people prefer 0W-20 or 5W-20.

@rosarivera6616 7 лет назад

What size of filter did you use .?

@JLS804 8 лет назад

Hey bro, where can I get the jack you have? Also, is the 2016 civic touring pretty much the same for oil change?

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

Hey there - Harbor Freight has this jack, around $80 I think. SHould be nearly identica for 2016.

@michaelhorgan9525 7 лет назад

Just have to remove a skid plate and then reinstall it once oil is changed.

@JLS804 7 лет назад

Eric Smith what's the name of this jack?

@moneyguyeric9331 7 лет назад

Its just the harbor freight aluminum jack.

@thrivinginlife7806 4 года назад

Thank you

@untapatio1 8 лет назад

Thanks my nigga

@ephraimcamacho9600 Год назад

My next job for my daughter's civic. Trying to teach her how to save doing it yourself!!

@jrc480 5 лет назад

Do you not pre fill the oil filter?

@atomclear 7 лет назад

what is the bolt size? 17mm？ thanks

@Liberty32819 3 года назад

What size filter do I buy?

@amankorotania3222 5 лет назад

How did u able to unscrew that?? Mine is so damn tight man

@ryleighelliott9587 10 месяцев назад

what do you do with the old oil?

@thebigdog1142 5 лет назад

For oil filters that go in straight up and down you should fill it up with oil first

@ubkwerhe5469 3 года назад

what happens if I use my 10W-30 instead of 5W-20 oil?

@hueytlatoani1177 2 месяца назад

What size is the crush washer?

@MegaASalazar 9 лет назад

thanks

@rayemanuel7460 9 лет назад

Wow $22 a quart for the Valvoline 0w20 full synthetic oil! Is it made of gold?

@mandyjones1828 8 лет назад

22 for 5 quarts

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Ray Emanuel HA! Nice catch! Didn't realize I said $22 per quart. It is indeed a 5 quart jug for $22.

@Beeaaa08 8 лет назад

Lol I caught that.

@Jmendoza1988 8 лет назад

I have a question, do you know how to erase the tpms light on civic 2012?

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Jsibrian19 Sorry for the delay. I don't recall if its on the civic or my accord, but there might be a button about knee level, left side when sitting in the driver seat. Hold the button until it clears.

@JacobTisdale 8 лет назад

If you're talking about tire pressure, I found that once you refill the tires, and then drive up to 28MPH the light should go off since it doesn't detect low tire pressure anymore.

@PlayJewel 7 лет назад

That drain bolt was left too loose, u should use a torque wrench

@StormLaker 6 лет назад

Trying to figure out the purpose of the plastic "skid plate".....my wife's got taken out by a chunk of ice the other day. At least it was't the oil pan!

@lorlee1814 7 лет назад

What to do if my screws are stripped?

@700gsteak 3 года назад

Take it in for a service and let them deal with it. :D They should replace the screws too.

@annettevacca6354 8 лет назад

I own a 2011 civic 1.8 and its actually pretty quick for a small automatic 4 cylinder, but I still favor my 91 accord 2.2 because it gets the same gas mileage as my new civic if not better and is just as fast if not faster, has 276,000 miles and it still runs good, and has that classic Honda startup sound which these newer 8th gen models don't have, and is disappointing in my opinion, but that 91 accord has lasted longer than any other car I've ever owned new and old wish the still made them like that, great video by the way thumbs up!

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Annette Vacca I had the same car! Maroon and a 2 door. The F22 engine is unstoppable!

@wolfmoon5811 5 лет назад

Had a 99 accord 2.3L at 340,000 and averaged about the same mpg as my 2012 civic 1.8L and the accord definitely had more oomph.. Honda made some quality cars back then

@XerxezsX 3 года назад

👌

@_q_b_ 5 лет назад

Help my drain bolt is too tight to loosen. Its. 17mm, I have the extender wrench but no luck.

@lonestarspice 4 года назад

same, used a 17mm and a hammer and nothing

@bryandoherty9399 7 лет назад

I find it really hard to read the dip stick with fresh oil

@googlemcgoogle8064 5 лет назад

000

@robertweich9765 8 лет назад

how do you know when it is full enough of oil?

@moneyguyeric9331 8 лет назад

+Robert Weich There are marks on the bottle so you know how much has come out. Then, once you think you're full, or close, use the dipstick to check the level.

@xapie128 7 лет назад

I've been changing my oil since about 1972. I will say that the location and inability to access the oil filter on my 2015 Civic is the WORST LOCATION I'VE EVER EXPERIENCED!! I've owned 4 Civics, but this makes me want to NEVER own another one! Obviously auto design engineers never work on thier own cars!

@ReubenUst 7 лет назад

Relax Grandpa

@guachito33 7 лет назад

im sure it takes 4.4 according to the manual... 4.4 with filter change..

@bindig1 4 года назад

I would stay away from Fram filters. Saw a video a while back where the guy dissected many brands of filters. Fram was the worst crappy thin paper element.