Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1996 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,8 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 98 |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
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Firing order
The firing order for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,29 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,21-0,25 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,25-0,29 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) takes 5.4 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 2.2 litres. The manual gearbox capacity for dry fill is 2.6 litres.
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 8.1 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 |
| Engine oil grade | |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 5.4 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | Honda MTF |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.2 |
| Manual transmission (dry fill) litres | 2.6 |
| Coolant Type | Honda all season type 2 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 8.1 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
| Clutch fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 30 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 30 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness after refacing Rear | 9 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 | 2 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 2 mm |
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 2±2/780 Not adjustable |
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| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 780±50 Not adjustable |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,3 Min |
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| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 4,0 Min/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 1,12-1,46 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
Fuel system
| Fuel feed/lift pump delivery pressure bar | 5,0-5,5 |
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Spark plugs
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7-0,8 |
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Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Assemble components within 4 minutes. Excess sealant can cause engine damage. | |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 22 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 | 123 Nm/- |
| Clutch pressure plate | — |
| Clutch pressure plate | |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | — |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 115 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 13 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 7 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 24 Nm |
| Water pump | 12 Nm |
| Spark plugs | — |
| Spark plugs | |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 45 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 22 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Engine upper cover | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Front hub | |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 98 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 98 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 49 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 59±5 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 10 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 140 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 | 127 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 Type | — |
| Air conditioning oil | |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 90±13 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R?
The firing order for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R take?
The Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) takes 5.4 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 2.0 Type R?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) are 0,21-0,25 mm inlet and 0,25-0,29 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R?
Brake discs on the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2017–2022) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 30 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.