1992 Honda Accord Oil Type & Capacity: 5W-30 (4.0 quarts)

The 1992 Honda Accord takes 5W-30 motor oil — 4.0 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

5W-304.0 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
DX, 2D Coupe, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
DX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
DX, 4D Sedan, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 2D Coupe, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Sedan, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Wagon, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Wagon, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
EX, 4D Wagon, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 2D Coupe, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Sedan, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Sedan, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Wagon, Automatic, APX4API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Wagon, Automatic, MPWAAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
LX, 4D Wagon, StandardAPI - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)4.00 QTS.3.70 QTS.
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Coolant capacity

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Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1992 Honda Accord take?

The 1992 Honda Accord takes 5W-30 motor oil (API - SAE 5W-30 (Preferred) (Below -20Deg.F to above 100Deg.F), 10W-30 (Above 20Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.

What is the oil capacity of a 1992 Honda Accord?

The 1992 Honda Accord oil capacity is 4.0 quarts with a filter change, or 3.7 quarts without changing the filter.

How often should I change the oil in my 1992 Honda Accord?

Most 1992 Honda Accord owners follow a 5,000–7,500 mile interval with conventional oil, or up to 10,000 miles with full synthetic. Always check the oil life monitor if equipped, and consult your owner's manual — Honda recommends intervals based on driving conditions, not just mileage.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1992 Honda Accord?

Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1992 Honda Accord. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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