All specs applies to Honda Civic models between 1992-1995. Use this article to quickly find specifications related to servicing, adjustments and just about everything. This is a quick reference article to use when you are familiar with an adjustment procedure and only need a specification.
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
- Honda Civic 1992-1995 EG and EJ: 52 Amp Hr. Rating
- Honda Civic Del Sol: 36 Amp Hr. Rating
FLUID CAPACITIES
- Crankcase (Includes Filter):
- Except B16A3 Engine: 3.5 Qts. (3.3L)
- B16A Engine: 4.2 Qts. (4.0L)
- Cooling System (Includes Heater):
- Automatic Transaxle:
- 1.5L Engine: 4.6 Qts. (4.4L)
- 1.6L Engine: 5.0 Qts. (4.7L)
- Manual Transaxle:
- 1.5L Engine (D15B7 & D15B8): 4.8 Qts. (4.5L)
- 1.5L Engine (D15Z1): 4.6 Qts. (4.4L)
- 1.6L Engine (B16A3): 5.1 Qts. (4.8L)
- 1.6L Engine (D16Z6): 4.6 Qts. (4.4L)
- Automatic Transaxle:
- Automatic Transaxle (Dexron-II):
- Honda Civic Eg and EJ:
- Oil Change: 3.0 Qts. (2.8L)
- Overhaul: 6.2 Qts. (5.9L)
- Honda Civic Del Sol:
- Oil Change: 2.9 Qts. (2.7L)
- Overhau:l 6.2 Qts. (5.9L)
- Honda Civic Eg and EJ:
- Manual Transaxle (SAE 30W, 10W-40 & 20W-40):
- Except B16A Engine:
- Oil Change: 1.9 Qts. (1.8L)
- Overhaul: 2.0 Qts. (1.9L)
- B16A Engine:
- Oil Change: 2.3 Qts. (2.2L)
- Overhaul: 2.4 Qts. (2.3L)
- Except B16A Engine:
REPLACEMENT & SERVICE INTERVALS
- Air Filter: 30,000 miles
- Brake Fluid: 30,000 miles
- Coolant: 45,000 miles
- Fuel Filter: 60,000 miles
- Oil & Filter: 7500 miles
- Spark Plugs: 30,000 miles
- Transaxle Fluid: 30,000 miles
BELT ADJUSTMENT – Deflection – In. (mm)
- Alternator (With 22 lbs. pressure applied midway on longest belt run): 17/64-13/32 (7-10.5)
- A/C Compressor (With 22 lbs. pressure applied midway on longest belt run): 3/16-9/32 (5-7)
- Power Steering (With 22 lbs. pressure applied midway on longest belt run): 5/16-15/32 (8-12)
ENGINE COMPRESSION
Check engine compression at specified cranking speed, with engine at normal operating temperature, all spark plugs removed and throttle wide open.
ENGINE COMPRESSION – Maximum variation between cylinders is 28 psi (2.0 kg/cm2 )
- Non B16A
- Standard psi (kg/cm2 ): 185 (13.0) at 250 rpm
- Minimum psi (kg/cm2 ): 135 (9.5) at 250 rpm
- Non B16A
- Standard psi (kg/cm2 ): 220 (15.5) at 250 rpm
- Minimum psi (kg/cm2 ): 135 (9.5) at 250 rpm
VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
- 1.5L:
- Intake In. (mm): .007-.009 (.17-.23)
- Exhaust In. (mm): .009-.011 (.23-.28)
- 1.6L:
- B16A3 Engine:
- Intake In. (mm): .007-.009 (.18-.22)
- Exhaust In. (mm): .007-.010 (.23-.27)
- D16Z6 Engine
- Intake In. (mm): .007-.009 (.17-.23)
- Exhaust In. (mm): .009-.011 (.23-.28)
- B16A3 Engine:
IGNITION COIL RESISTANCE – Ohms @ 68°F (20°C)
- Civic and Civic Del Sol”
- Primary: .6-.8
- Secondary: 12,800-19,200
DISTRIBUTOR SENSORS
Triggering of fuel injectors is dependent upon pulsed voltage signals generated by TDC/CKP/CYP sensors.
TDC/CKP/CYP SENSOR RESISTANCE
- Civic, Civic Del Sol:
- 350-700 Ohms
HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE
- Civic & Civic Del Sol:
- 25,000 Maximum Ohms
SPARK PLUG TYPE
- Honda Civic EG and EJ
- 1.5L Engine (D15B7): ZFR5F-11 (NGK)
- 1.5L Engine (D15B8 & D15Z1): ZFR4F-11 (NGK)
- 1.6L Engine (D16Z6): ZFR5J-11 (NGK)
- Civic Del Sol
- 1.5L Engine (D15B7): ZFR5F-11 (NGK)
- 1.6L Engine (B16A3): PFR6L-13 (NGK)
- 1.6L Engine (D16Z6): ZFR6J-11 (NGK)
SPARK PLUG SPECIFICATIONS
- All models:
- Gap In. (mm): .039-.043 (1.0-1.1)
- Torque Ft. Lbs. (N.m): 13 (18)
FIRING ORDER AND TIMING MARKS
REGULATED FUEL PRESSURE
Measure pressure w/vacuum hose connected & disconnected from press. regulator.
- Vacuum Hose Disconnected 40-47 idle psi (2.8-3.3 kg/cm2)
- Vacuum Hose Connected 30-38 idle psi (2.1-2.7 kg/cm2)
FUEL INJECTOR RESISTANCE
- Injector: 10-13
IDLE SPEED SPECIFICATIONS
With Electronic Air Control Valve (EACV) disconnected, headlights and cooling fan off, and transmission in Neutral or Park.
- AT: 650-750 rpm
- MT:
- Except B16A3 Engine: 620-720 rpm
- B16A3 Engine: 650-760 rpm
IDLE CO LEVEL
- Civic and Civic Del Sol: 0.1%
THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR
- Throttle Valve Fully Closed: .5 volts
- Throttle Valve Wide Open: 4.5 volts
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