Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1493 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,6 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 91 |
| 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 Make | TEC |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,63-0,77 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 12800-19200 |
| Distributor (ECM) Make | TEC |
Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) 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 1.5 (1996–2000) takes 3.6 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
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 | ➞35°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞35°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -15°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 15W-40, 15W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -10°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 20W-40, 20W-50 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | — |
| Gearbox oil grade | |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.8 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 2.7 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 3.8 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Honda PAS |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 15 mm (solid) or 19 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front | 15 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 19 mm |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 181 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc thickness variation Rear | 0,015 mm |
| Disc runout Front | 0,10 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,10 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter | |
| 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 | 6-10 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) is 12°±2° BTDC at 700 rpm.
| D15Z6 (MT), B16A2 | |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 12±2/700 |
Battery
The Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) uses a 12 V, 47 Ah battery (reserve capacity 65 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/65 (47) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) uses Denso KJ16CR-L11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | KJ16CR-L11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Autolite |
| Spark plug Type | APP3924 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0 |
| Spark plugs Make | Bosch |
| Spark plug Type | FR7LCX |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | ZFR6J-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| D15Z6 (MT), B16A2 | |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 |
| 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
| Maximum cranking amps A | 122-149 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 50/13,5/2000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,3-13,0 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,23 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
| Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm | 8,0-10,5 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 2,3-2,7 |
|---|---|
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 1,6-2,1 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 200-400/80 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | 350-700 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 16,0-28,0 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) 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 | 22 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 44 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 15 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 31 Nm |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 11 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 1)6 Nm 2)12 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm/74 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 25 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 | 23 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 31 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 44 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 181 Nm |
| Rear hub | 181 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 40-48 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | — |
| Brake caliper to carrier | |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 23 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 38 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 64 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 | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 625±25 |
| Refrigerant quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil Type | — |
| Oil type | |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Civic 1.5?
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Honda Civic 1.5 use?
The Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) uses Denso KJ16CR-L11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Honda Civic 1.5 take?
The Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) takes 3.6 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 1.5?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) 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 1.5?
The cylinder head bolts on the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 49 Nm, then a final 67 Nm.
What is the ignition timing for the Honda Civic 1.5?
Basic ignition timing for the Honda Civic 1.5 (1996–2000) is 12°±2° BTDC at 700 rpm.