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Engine Lubricatio n — Sectio n 8
Engin
e Bloc k — Sectio n 7
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Standards an d Servic e Limit s
Coolin g — Sectio n 1 0
Fue l an d Emission s — Sectio n 1 1
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Standards an d Servic e Limit s
Differentia l — Sectio n 1 5
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Steering — Sectio n 1 7
Suspensio n — Sectio n 1 8
Brake s — Sectio n 1 9
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Standards an d Servic e Limit s
Air Conditioning — Section 22
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Lubrication Points
For the details of lubrication points and types 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.
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LUBRICATION POINTS
Engine
Transmission
Brake line (Includes ABS line)
Power steering gearbox
Steering boots
Throttle cable end
Steering ball joints
Shift lever (Automatic transmission)
Pedal linkage
Intermediate shaft
Brake master cylinder pushrod
Fuel
fill
lid
Battery terminals
Trunk hinges and latch
Door hinges upper and lower
Door opening detents
Hood hinges and hood latch
Brake line joints (Front and rear wheelhouse)
Caliper Piston boot, caliper
Pins and boots
Power steering system
Differential
A/C compressor
API SERVICE LABEL API CERTIFICATION SEAL
LUBRICANT
API Service Grade: Use SJ "Energy Conserving" grade oil.
The oil container may also display the API Certification
seal shown below. Make sure it says "For Gasoline
Engines."
SAE Viscosity: See chart below.
Honda ATF-Z1 (ATF)*1
Genuine Honda DOT3 brake fluid*2
Steering grease P/N 08733 - B070E
Multi-purpose grease
Honda White Lithium Grease
Rust preventive
Silicone grease
Genuine Honda power steering fluid*3
Hypoid gear Oil API GL4 or GL5
Viscosity:
at above -18°C (0°F): SAE 90
at less than -18°C (0°F): SAE 80W-90
Compressor oil:
DENSO: ND-OIL8 (P/N) 38897 - PR7 - A01 AH or 38899 -
PR7-A01)
(For Refrigerant: HFC-134a (R-134a))
Recommended engine oil
viscosity for ambient
temperature ranges
*1: Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (ATF). Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
*2: Always use Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the
life of the system.
*3: Always use Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid. Using any other type of power steering fluid or automatic transmis-
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NOTE: Lubricate all hinges, latches, and locks once a year.
In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.
We recommend Honda White Lithium Grease.ProCarManuals.com