How to change engine oil and filter on Honda Accord VIII CU – replacement guide

The vehicle must be on even keel, and if it is at an angle, the drain plug must be at the lowest point.All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Caution! The oil may be hot.

Move up the container. The oil starts to drain out of the drainage hole immediately after you have removed the oil filter.

Wait until the oil has completely drained from the drainage hole.

Use the oil recommended by the manufacturer.

The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.

The oil level should be between the Min and Max marks.Make sure that the oil filler cap is properly tightened.Check the threaded plug of the drainage hole and the oil filter seal for tightness. If necessary, carefully tighten them up.

Note that oil pressure warning light, which indicates insufficient pressure in the lubrication system, may be on for a longer time than usual. After a few seconds, the oil will fill all the channels, and the light will go out. To protect the environment from pollution, be sure to dispose of the used filters at special collection points.