1991 Honda Accord Oil Type & Capacity
The 1991 Honda Accord takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
5W-30 — 4.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| DX, 2D Coupe, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| DX, 4D Sedan, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 2D Coupe, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4D Sedan, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4D Sedan, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4D Wagon, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| EX, 4D Wagon, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 2D Coupe, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Sedan, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Wagon, Automatic | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| LX, 4D Wagon, Standard | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
| SE | API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | 4.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your Accord
1991 Honda Accord factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
3.7 quarts (3.5 L) — 50/50 mixture of HONDA Antifreeze/Coolant and water. Includes: the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 1991 Honda Accord take?
The 1991 Honda Accord takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F), 10W-30 (15Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.
How much oil does a 1991 Honda Accord take?
The 1991 Honda Accord holds 4.0 quarts with a filter change.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 1991 Honda Accord?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1991 Honda Accord. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.