1984 Honda Accord Oil Type & Capacity
The 1984 Honda Accord takes 10W-30 motor oil — 3.7 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
10W-30 — 3.7 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 2D Hatchback, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| Base, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 2D Hatchback, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 2D Hatchback, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Standard | SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 3.70 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Accord
1984 Honda Accord factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
1.4 quarts (5.29 L) — 50/50 mixture of Genuine HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1984 Honda Accord take?
The 1984 Honda Accord takes 10W-30 motor oil (SAE 10W-30/40 (Preferred), (-20Deg.F to Above 102Deg.F), 20W-40 (-5Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1984 Honda Accord take?
The 1984 Honda Accord holds 3.7 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Honda Accord?
Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1984 Honda Accord. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.