Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 3/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 998 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10 |
| 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(d) |
| Air metering Type | MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Hitachi |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil Type | CM11-124A 20113 |
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) is 1-2-3.
| Firing order | 1-2-3 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,27-0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,21-0,25 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,27-0,31 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-20 for all ambient temperatures.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 1.9 litres. The manual gearbox capacity for dry fill is 2.0 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 |
| Engine oil grade | |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.8 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF |
| Manual transmission litres | 1.9 |
| Manual transmission (dry fill) litres | 2.0 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Honda HCF-2 |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | — |
| Checking ATF level | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 6.1 |
| Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) - dry-fill capacity | |
| Coolant Type | Honda all season type 2 |
| Coolant Colour | Blue |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | MT=5,9-6,8 AT=6,1-7,1 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Rear brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 8 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | — |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness | |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Minimum disc thickness | |
|---|---|
| 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 | 2 mm |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (60) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) uses Bosch 0 242 140 566 spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | ILZKAR8H8S |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7-0,8 |
| Spark plugs Make | Bosch |
| Spark plug Type | 0 242 140 566 |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 0±2/950 Not adjustable |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 950±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 | 2500-3000 |
| 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 | 9,3 Min |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | — |
| Oil pressure | |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,93-1,23 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 58 |
Fuel system
| Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar | 4,8-5,3 |
|---|
Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 30 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 47º |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 13 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 90º |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 24 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 4 minutes. Wait 30 minutes before filling engine with oil. Do NOT start engine for 3 hours. Excess sealant can cause engine damage. | |
| Sump drain bolt | 40 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 118 Nm/74 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 26 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 70 Nm+90° |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 118 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 50 Nm+30° |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 13 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 7 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 12 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 22 Nm |
| Water pump | 12 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 22 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 22 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Front hub | |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 98 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 54 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 34 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 108 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Rear | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 25 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 108 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 10 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 | Yes |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | — |
| Do not mix R134a with R1234yf. | |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | — |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil group | POE |
| Air conditioning oil Type | — |
| Air conditioning oil | |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo?
The firing order for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) is 1-2-3.
What spark plugs does the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo use?
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) uses Bosch 0 242 140 566 spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo take?
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) takes 3.8 litres of engine oil with the filter. The specified engine oil grade is SAE 0W-20 for all ambient temperatures.
What are the valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,27-0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo?
Rear brake discs on the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 8 mm.
What battery does the Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo use?
The Honda Civic 1.0 VTEC Turbo (2018–2022) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery.