Honda2006–2011Technical specifications

Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.4-litre petrol (engine code LDA2). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (LDA2) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Honda
Model
Civic
Years
2006–2011
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
LDA2

Performance & efficiency

Power
85 kW (116 hp)
Engine size
1,339 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
10.8:1
Fuel system
Honda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
3.4 litres
All 88 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1339
Compression ratio :110,8
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system MakeHonda
Ignition system TypePGM-FI
Ignition system DescriptionMap-DI
Trigger locationCam/Crankshaft
Fuel system MakeHonda
Fuel system TypePGM-FI
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-s
Air metering TypeMAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECMYes
Diagnostic socketYes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V12,0

Firing order

The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,24-0,28 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,15-0,19 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,24-0,28 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) takes 3.4 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Coolant

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 0W-20, 0W-30, 0W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30, 5W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3
Ambient temperature range -20°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 Synthetic
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1, A3
Engine with filter(s) litres 3.4
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type Honda CVTF
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 2.8
Automatic transmission - drain and refill
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 5.1
Cooling system - total capacity litres 4.8
Brake fluid Type DOT 4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front19 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear221 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear0,015 mm
Disc runout Front0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front1,6 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear1,6 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches8-10

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm10±2/820 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm820±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO0,1 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm2250-2750
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,2
Lambda at increased idle λ0,97-1,03

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar9,8 Min
Oil pressure bar/rpm3,4/3000
Radiator cap bar0,93-1,23
Thermostat opens °C80-84

Fuel system

Regulated pressure with vacuum bar2,7-3,2

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipmentDenso
Spark plug TypeSK20HPR-L11
Electrode gap mm1,0-1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeILFR6J-11K
Electrode gap mm1,0-1,1

Tightening torques

Cylinder head instructions—
View more information—
Other engine tightening torques
Sump drain bolt39 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt—
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt
Spark plugs18 Nm
Oil filter12 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub181 Nm
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts64 Nm
Steering wheel39 Nm
Steering track rod end54 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front23 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front108 Nm
Brake disc to hub Rear10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear23 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear74 Nm
Road wheels108 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams475±25 LHD=425±25
Air conditioning oil Type—
High voltage electric motor within compressor; correct oil must be used to reduce risk of electric shock.
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³145±5

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA?

The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA take?

The Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) takes 3.4 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 1.4 Hybrid IMA?

Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,24-0,28 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA?

Brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.4 Hybrid IMA (2006–2011) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

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