Honda Civic
2006 - 2012
Oil change
Time
25 minutes
Difficulty
The sump plug is located on the base of the engine, and it is accessed from underneath the car
You will need to remove the sump cover using a 10mm socket
Carefully remove the sump cover
Here's the sump plug
Don't forget to place a suitably sized receiving tray in place
With an oil catchment tray in position, use a 17mm spanner or socket to carefully remove the sump plug and fully drain the oil.
When the sump has emptied, wipe clean the sump plug area with a paper towel and refit the sump plug and washer
Replace (new) sump plug and washer. Do not over-tighten. Now you can replace the sump cover
