Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1339 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,5 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Honda |
| Ignition system Type | PGM-FI |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| 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 | 12,0 |
|---|
Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,26-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,15-0,19 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,26-0,30 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.4 litres. The manual gearbox capacity for dry fill is 1.6 litres.
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 4.5-4.7 litres.
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 Synthetic |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20 Synthetic |
| Engine oil | |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SM/A1 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.4 |
| Manual transmission (dry fill) litres | 1.6 |
| Coolant Type | Honda type 2 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 4.5-4.7 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 23 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc thickness variation Rear | 0,015 mm |
| Disc runout Front | 0,04 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,04 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,6 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1,6 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 6-8 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (60) |
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Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 0±2/700 Not adjustable |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 Not adjustable |
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AC=850±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. % | 0,2 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,8 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,23 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 86-90 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 3,3-3,7 |
|---|---|
| Injector Ohm | 10,0-13,0 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | SKJ20DR-M13 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | IZFR6K13 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,3 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then a final 130°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | No |
| Tighten | 15 Nm |
| Tighten | 29 Nm |
| Tighten | 130° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| View more information | — |
| Main bearings | |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 40° |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 10 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 12 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Wait 30 minutes before filling engine with oil. Do NOT start engine for 3 hours. | |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm/- |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | — |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 56 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 24 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 31 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 22 Nm |
| Water pump | 12 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 22 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 18 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 181 Nm |
| Rear hub | 181 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 93 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 39 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | — |
| Steering rack/box mounting | |
| Steering track rod end | 54 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 25 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 28 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 55 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 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 | — |
| Do not mix R134a with R1234yf. | |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 420±25 LHD=380±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | R134a=PAG/R1234yf=POE |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 80±5 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC?
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC take?
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are 0,15-0,19 mm inlet and 0,26-0,30 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are tightened in 3 stages: 15 Nm, then 29 Nm, then a final 130°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC?
Brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
What battery does the Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC use?
The Honda Civic 1.4 i-VTEC (2012–2017) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.