2023 Honda HR-V 2.0L Oil Change — DIY Guide
2023 Honda HR-V 2.0L Oil Change — DIY Guide
Honda dealers charge $85–$120 for an HR-V oil change; the DIY cost is around $30. The 2023 HR-V's naturally-aspirated 2.0L LFC engine has good underbody access, no skid plates, and a filter easy to reach from below.
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| Item | OEM / Spec | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | Honda 15400-PLM-A02 (or 15400-RTA-003) | Spin-on, driver-side front |
| Drain plug washer | Honda 90410-PC6-000 | Aluminum crush washer — replace each service |
| Motor oil | 0W-20 full synthetic | Honda Genuine or API SP/GF-6A certified |
| Capacity | 3.7 qt (3.5 L) with filter | Small engine — easy to overfill |
| Drain plug torque | 33 lb-ft (44 Nm) | 17mm hex |
Oil note: Any API SP / ILSAC GF-6A certified 0W-20 full synthetic is acceptable — Mobil 1, Pennzoil Platinum, or Castrol GTX Ultraclean.
DIY vs. Shop Cost
| Item | DIY Cost | Shop Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 0W-20 synthetic (4 qt) | $18–$26 | — |
| Honda 15400-PLM-A02 filter | $8–$12 | — |
| Crush washer 90410-PC6-000 | $1–$2 | — |
| Total parts | ~$27–$40 | — |
| Labor | $0 | $55–$80 |
| Total | ~$27–$40 | $85–$120 |
Step-by-Step Oil Change
1. Warm and Position
Drive 5 minutes. Park on level ground. Remove the oil filler cap to speed the drain.
2. Drain the Oil
The drain plug (17mm hex) is on the bottom-rear of the oil pan. Remove counterclockwise. The LFC holds 3.5 quarts — drain takes 5–6 minutes. Discard the old aluminum crush washer.
3. Remove the Old Filter
The 15400-PLM-A02 spin-on filter is on the driver-side of the engine, accessible from below. Counterclockwise. Have a rag ready.
4. Install the New Filter
Coat the new filter's rubber gasket lightly with fresh 0W-20. Thread in until gasket seats, then turn 3/4 additional turn by hand.
5. Reinstall the Drain Plug
Install the new 90410-PC6-000 crush washer. Torque to 33 lb-ft (44 Nm).
6. Add Oil
Pour 3.2 quarts through the filler cap. Start the engine — oil pressure clears in seconds. Idle 90 seconds, shut off, wait 5 minutes. Check dipstick and top up. Full capacity is 3.7 quarts with filter.
7. Leak Check and Reset
Check drain plug and filter base. If the filter base seeps, the old O-ring is still in the seating groove — remove it immediately.
Reset the Maintenance Minder: turn ignition to "On," navigate to wrench icon, hold reset button for 10 seconds.
Engine Notes
The 2023 HR-V's 2.0L LFC is a naturally-aspirated Honda four-cylinder optimized for fuel economy. Oil change intervals are relaxed at the 5,000-mile Maintenance Minder trigger — but in dusty or stop-and-go conditions, consider 5,000 miles regardless of the Minder. Same filter family as the 2023 Honda Accord 1.5T oil change guide.
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