2008–2012 Honda Accord
By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026
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Quick answer: Oil Change DIY Tutorial on a 2008–2012 Honda Accord is rated Moderate and takes about 45 minutes. You'll need 8 tools for this job, and parts cost about $40. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.
| Part Name | Part Number | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil (5W-20) | — | $30.00 | |
| Oil Filter (OEM or compatible) | — | $10.00 | |
| Drain plug crush washer | — | — |
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Follow these steps carefully
2008–2012 Accord 2.4L (8th gen): SAE 5W-20 (Honda spec; 0W-20 acceptable substitute). Capacity: 4.2 qt with filter (4.0 without). Need: 5W-20, filter 15400-PLM-A02, new crush washer. Drain plug 29 ft-lbs (M14-1.50, 17mm head).
Raise the front of the Accord and support with jack stands. Ensure it's level. Chock the rear wheels. The 8th-gen's undertray is simple — fewer fasteners than newer models. Expect some rust on the undertray bolts. Locate the drain plug (17mm) and spin-on filter.
Position the drain pan. Remove the drain plug (17mm, 29 ft-lbs on reinstall, new crush washer) and let the 4.2 quarts drain for 10-15 minutes. Check the old oil level — if it was low, that's the K24's consumption.
Unscrew the old spin-on filter (Honda 15400-PLM-A02). Position the drain pan. Clean the mounting surface. Oil the new filter's gasket. Install hand-tight plus a quarter turn. The 8th-gen uses the classic 15400-PLM-A02 — the same filter Honda's used for decades.
Reinstall the drain plug (M14-1.50, 17mm head) with a NEW crush washer. Torque to 29 ft-lbs (slightly less than the 30 ft-lbs on newer Hondas). Don't over-tighten — the 8th-gen's pan is older. Wipe clean. Reinstall the undertray.
Lower to level ground and add 4.2 quarts of 5W-20. Dipstick at the upper mark. Start, run 30 seconds, shut off, wait 2 minutes, recheck. Check for leaks and reset the Maintenance Minder.
Check the oil at every fill-up on this engine — I'm serious. The 8th-gen K24 drinks oil, and I've seen more of these killed by low oil than by anything else. A quart every thousand miles means top-ups, not just changes.
Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.
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