Lubricants and Fluids

Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.

For the details of lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.
Lubrication Points
Lubricant
A
Engine
Highly recommended genuine Honda Motor Oil , or 0W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting the minimum specification:
On vehicle with DPF model: ACEA C2 or ACEA C3
On vehicle without DPF model: ACEA A1/B1, ACEA A3/B3, or ACEA A5/B5
ACEA viscosity: See chart.
B
Manual transmission
Honda manual transmission fluid (MTF)
Always use genuine Honda MTF * . Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.
C
Brake system (includes VSA lines)
Brake Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the line of the system.
D
Clutch line
Brake Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4 We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the line of the system.
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
Release fork
Battery terminals
Brake booster clevis pin
Clutch master cylinder clevis pin
Shift lever
Door hinges
Fuel fill door
Hood hinges and hood latch
Tailgate hinges
Multipurpose Grease
N
Brake caliper piston seals
Rubber Grease
O
P
Brake caliper piston boots, piston pins and boots
Shift cable ends
Silicone Grease
Q
Air conditioning compressor
Compressor oil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-003, 38898-P13-003, or 38899-P13-A01)
For refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a)
R
Cooling system
Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2

If genuine Honda MTF is not available, use API service SL or higher grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement.