Honda 1994 Civic Hatchback Online Reference Owner's Manual page 121

The SAE numbers tell you the oil's
viscosity or weight. Select the oil
for your car according to this chart.
Ambient Temperature
An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is
preferred for improved fuel econo-
my and year-round protection in
your Honda. You may use a 10W-30
oil if the temperature in your area
never goes below 20°F ( — 7°C).
Additives
Your Honda does not need any oil
additives. Purchasing additives for
the engine or transmission will not
increase your car's performance or
longevity. It only increases the cost
of operating your car.
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Changes
Always change the oil and filter
according to the time and distance
recommendations in the mainte-
nance schedule. The oil and filter
collect contaminants that can dam-
age your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
Changing the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
underneath the car. The car should
be raised on a service station-type
hydraulic lift for this service.
Unless you have the knowledge
and proper equipment, you should
have this maintenance done by a
skilled mechanic.
Maintenance
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