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 | 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 | Mass/MAP |
| 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 (2023–2026) 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 (2023–2026) 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 (2023–2026) takes 5.4 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
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 6.7 litres.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Preferred engine oil | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil options | |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 0W-20, 0W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /C2, C3, C5 |
| Ambient temperature range | -30°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /C2, C3, C5 |
| 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 | 6.7 |
| Cooling system | |
| 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 (2023–2026) 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
Spark plugs
The Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2023–2026) uses Bosch 0 242 140 566 spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | ILZKAR8J8SY |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,70-0,75 |
| 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 | 2±2/780 Not adjustable |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 780±50 Not adjustable |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
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Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,3 Min |
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| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 1,0 Min/780 |
| Oil pressure | |
| Radiator cap bar | 1,12-1,46 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 76-80 |
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 Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 24 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 12 Nm |
| 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 | 1)30 Nm 2)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 |
| View more information | — |
| Ensure engine at TDC on No.1 cylinder before installing camshafts. | |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 7 Nm |
| 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. | |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 24 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 45 Nm |
| Water pump | 12 Nm |
| Spark plugs | — |
| Spark plugs | |
| Fuel rail | 12 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 8 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 12 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 45 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20 Nm |
| Oil filter | 12 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 328 Nm |
| Front hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 98 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 98 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 49 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 92 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 | R1234yf |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | LHD=460±25 RHD=470±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | POE |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Dens Oil 14 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 40 |
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 (2023–2026) is 1-3-4-2.
What spark plugs does the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R use?
The Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2023–2026) uses Bosch 0 242 140 566 spark plugs with a 0,7 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R take?
The Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2023–2026) takes 5.4 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 2.0 Type R?
Valve clearances for the Honda Civic 2.0 Type R (2023–2026) 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 (2023–2026) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 30 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm rear.