Lubricants and Fluids

Used engine oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil.
For the details of lubrication points and type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.
Application | Lubricant or Fluid
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A | Engine (EU) | Always use genuine Honda Motor Oil, ACEA A1/B1, ACEA A3/B3, or ACEA A5/B5. ACEA/SAE viscosity: See chart.
Engine (except EU) | Always use API service grade SL or higher SAE viscosity: See chart.
B | Manual transmission | Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) Always use genuine Honda MTF * . Using motor oil can cause stiffer shifting because it does not contain the proper additives.
C | Brake system (including VSA lines) | Brake Fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4 We recommend genuine Honda Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
D | Clutch system
E | Power steering system | Honda Power Steering Fluid Always use genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid. Using any other type of power steering fluid or automatic transmission fluid can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather.
F G H I J K L M | Release fork Battery terminals Brake booster clevis pin Clutch master cylinder clevis pin Shift cable ends Fuel fill door Hood hinges and hood latch Tailgate hinges | Multipurpose Grease
N | Caliper piston boot, piston pins and boots | Rubber Grease
O | Caliper piston seal | Silicone Grease
P | Air conditioning compressor | Compressor Oil: SP-10 (P/N 38897-P13-003, 38898-P13-003, or 38899-P13-A01) For refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a)
Q | Cooling system | Always use genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
| If genuine Honda MTF is not available, use API service SL or higher grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement.