Honda Civic / Del Sol (1992 - 2000) EG/EH/EJ/EK/EM1 Discussion

WHat oil for my EG? and quarts?

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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 07:42 PM
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Default WHat oil for my EG? and quarts?

SHould i use 5w-30 or 10w-30 non synthetic regular motor oil???? And how mnay quarts does my Eg take its a 92 Si???...thanx o and when i take out the dipstick to check my oil theres 2 small round holes in the dipstick which means how much oil i need but do i pass the 2 holes or stay in between the 2 holes?????....thanx
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:04 PM
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use 10-30 if it's a manual. it takes 4 quarts. stay in between the two holes.
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:06 PM
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I've always heard 5w30 was better...........
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:13 PM
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yes its manual but the mechanic shop went over the 2 holes should i drain some oil out or can i drive it like that?...thanx
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:24 PM
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I'd drain some off if it's really over the top mark............
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:35 PM
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measure the oil level 5 mins after turning the engine off. if it's above a little bit when it's dead cold it's fine.
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Old Apr 14, 2002 | 08:37 PM
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aight thanx ill do that
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Old Apr 15, 2002 | 12:34 AM
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10-30 Cause car is old and motor prolly has lotta miles on it.
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