2019 Honda CR-V Oil Capacity & Filter Specs

The 2019 Honda CR-V takes 3.7 quarts of 0W-20 oil for the 1.5L Turbo engine or 4.6 quarts of 0W-20 oil for the 2.4L engine, both including an oil filter replacement.

As an ASE-certified master technician, I know that getting your oil specifications exactly right is the best way to keep your CR-V on the road for hundreds of thousands of miles. The 2019 Honda CR-V is part of the fifth generation of Honda's legendary compact SUV, and maintaining its engine properly requires specific fluids, parts, and torque values. Below is your complete cheat sheet for a 2019 Honda CR-V oil change.

Quick answer

Here is the essential information you need before heading to the auto parts store:

• Oil Capacity: 3.7 quarts (3.5 Liters) for the 1.5L Turbo; 4.6 quarts (4.4 Liters) for the 2.4L.
• Recommended Oil Weight: 0W-20 full synthetic
• Oil Specification: API Certification Seal (API SN, API SP, or ILSAC GF-5/GF-6A)
• OEM Oil Filter: Honda Part # 15400-PLM-A02 (or 15400-PLM-A01)
• Popular Aftermarket Filters: Fram PH7317 (or TG7317 / XG7317), Mobil 1 M1-110A, WIX 51356

Capacity by engine option

For the 2019 model year, Honda offered the CR-V with two different engine options depending on your trim level (LX models received the 2.4L, while EX, EX-L, and Touring received the 1.5L Turbo). The oil capacities vary significantly between the two.

Note: Always verify the engine oil level on the dipstick after refilling and running the engine for a few minutes.

Oil change interval

Honda utilizes the Maintenance Minder system on the dashboard to notify you when service is due. However, standard mileage-based guidelines are:

• Normal Driving Conditions: Replace engine oil and filter every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first.
• Severe Driving Conditions: Replace engine oil and filter every 3,000 to 5,000 miles or 6 months. Severe conditions include frequent short trips (under 5 miles), extensive idling, driving in dusty conditions, or towing.

Drain plug torque

• Drain Plug Torque Spec: 30 lb-ft (40 Nm)
• Crush Washer: You must replace the 14mm aluminum crush washer (Honda part # 94109-14000) every single time you remove the drain plug. Reusing the old washer is a leading cause of slow oil leaks in Honda vehicles.

How to change the oil

Changing the oil on a 2019 Honda CR-V is incredibly straightforward and DIY-friendly. Here is a brief overview:

1. Prepare the vehicle: Park on a level surface, set the parking brake, and raise the front of the vehicle safely using a jack and jack stands (or drive onto ramps).
2. Remove the undertray: The 2019 CR-V features an aluminum splash shield that must be removed. Use a flathead screwdriver or quarter-turn tool to unlock the fasteners, then pull the shield down.
3. Drain the oil: Locate the 17mm drain plug on the oil pan. Place your catch pan underneath, remove the plug, and let the oil drain completely.
4. Replace the filter: Locate the oil filter at the front-bottom of the engine. Use an oil filter wrench to remove it. Lubricate the rubber gasket of your new filter with a dab of fresh oil, and spin it on hand-tight (usually 3/4 of a turn past first contact).
5. Reinstall drain plug: Install a new 14mm crush washer on the drain plug and torque to 30 lb-ft. Reinstall the metal splash shield.
6. Refill and check: Lower the vehicle, open the hood, and pour in the appropriate amount of 0W-20 oil (3.7 qts for the 1.5L, 4.6 qts for the 2.4L). Start the engine, check for leaks, shut it off, and verify the final level on the orange dipstick. Reset the Maintenance Minder.

Common issues / tips

If you have the 1.5L EarthDreams Turbo engine, be aware of the "oil dilution" issue common in this generation. In cold weather climates and during frequent short trips, unburnt fuel can slip past the piston rings and mix with the engine oil, raising the oil level on the dipstick and causing it to smell heavily of gasoline.

To combat oil dilution:

• Change your oil more frequently (every 5,000 miles instead of waiting for 10,000 miles).
• Take your CR-V on longer highway trips periodically to allow the engine to reach full operating temperature, which helps evaporate fuel out of the crankcase.
• Check your oil dipstick regularly to ensure the level is not climbing significantly above the upper mark.

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