Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1668 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,9 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Honda |
| Ignition system Type | PGM-FI |
| Ignition system Description | Map-i |
| Trigger location | Distributor |
| Fuel system Make | Honda |
| Fuel system Type | PGM-FI |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12 |
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Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,18-0,22 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,23-0,27 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) takes 3.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.6 litres.
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A1, A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A1, A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30, 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A1, A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | -15°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A1, A3, A5 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.5 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.6 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Honda ATF-Z1 |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 2.7 |
| Automatic transmission - drain and refill | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 6.0 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 4.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Honda PAS |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 19 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 201 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,10 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,10 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 2 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 6-8 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) is 8°±2° BTDC at 700 rpm.
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 8±2/700 |
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Tuning and emissions
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
|---|---|
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,1 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2300-2700 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,98-1,02 |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 70/13,5/650-750 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,5 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,5/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,95-1,25 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 2,7-3,2 |
|---|---|
| Injector Ohm | 10,0-13,0 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | ZFR6J-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | ZFR6J-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 20 Nm |
| Tighten | 49 Nm |
| Tighten | 67 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 51 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 15 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 32 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 12 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 20 Nm+90° |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 37 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 22 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 31 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 22 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Oil filter | 22 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 181 Nm |
| Rear hub | 181 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 44 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 30 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 23 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 55 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| Road wheels | 108 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 525±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | SP10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 140±10 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7?
The firing order for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 take?
The Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) takes 3.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are 0,18-0,22 mm inlet and 0,23-0,27 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.
What is the ignition timing for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7?
Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) is 8°±2° BTDC at 700 rpm.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7?
Brake discs on the Honda Civic Coupe 1.7 (2001–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.