1.5L I4 Turbo (L15BE)
- Oil viscosity
- 0W-20
- Oil capacity
- 3.7 qt with filter
- Oil spec
- API SN or later
- Timing drive
- Chain, no scheduled service
- Spark plugs
- Iridium
- Coolant
- Honda Type 2 (blue)
Tenth generation (2018 to 2022)
2018 Honda Accord Maintenance Schedule
Enter the current mileage to see what needs attention, then use the milestones below to plan the work ahead.
Review status Aug 11, 2026 Verification against the printed manual in progress
BodySedan
DriveFWD
TransmissionCVT / 10-speed automatic (2.0T) / 6-speed manual
Engines2 available
01 / Full schedule
Service points by mileage
Grouped the way a service booklet reads. Costs are broad national shop ranges; severe use shortens the intervals shown in that column.
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | Replace | 7,500 mi / 12 mo | 3,750 mi / 6 mo | $65 to $125 | Light |
| Oil filter | Replace | 7,500 mi / 12 mo | 3,750 mi / 6 mo | Included in service | Light |
| Tire rotation | Rotate | Every 7,500 mi | Same | $25 to $60 | Light |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front brake pads | Inspect | 10,000 mi / 12 mo | Same | $150 to $320 | Moderate |
| Rear brake pads | Inspect | 10,000 mi / 12 mo | Same | $150 to $320 | Moderate |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brake lines and hoses | Inspect | 15,000 mi / 12 mo | Same | Up to $60 | Light |
| Suspension and steering inspection | Inspect | 15,000 mi / 12 mo | Same | Up to $90 | Light |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin air filter | Replace | 30,000 mi / 24 mo | 15,000 mi | $45 to $95 | Easy |
| Engine air filter | Replace | Every 30,000 mi | 15,000 mi | $35 to $75 | Easy |
| Shocks and struts | Inspect | Every 30,000 mi | Same | $600 to $1400 | Involved |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVT fluid | Replace | Every 50,000 mi | 25,000 mi | $160 to $340 | Moderate |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission fluid (2.0L I4 Turbo) | Replace | Every 60,000 mi | 30,000 mi | $150 to $320 | Moderate |
| Manual transmission fluid | Replace | Every 60,000 mi | Same | $100 to $180 | Moderate |
| Serpentine belt | Inspect | First at 60,000 mi, then every 15,000 mi | Same | $90 to $200 | Light |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | Replace | First at 100,000 mi, then every 50,000 mi | Same | $130 to $260 | Moderate |
| Spark plugs | Replace | Every 100,000 mi | Same | $150 to $420 | Moderate |
| Service item | Action | Normal interval | Severe use | Shop range | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery | Test | Every 12 mo | Same | $160 to $320 | Light |
| Battery terminal cleaning | Clean | Every 12 mo | Same | Up to $40 | Easy |
| Brake fluid | Flush | Every 36 mo | Same | $90 to $160 | Moderate |
| Tire pressure | Inspect | Every 1 mo | Same | Up to $10 | Easy |
| Washer fluid | Inspect | Every 1 mo | Same | Up to $10 | Easy |
| Wiper blades | Inspect | Every 6 mo | Same | $30 to $80 | Easy |
Time limits still apply when you drive fewer miles than the interval. Calendar-based items are listed in their own group above.
02 / Engine and fluids
The specs people need at the parts counter
Confirm the engine before buying fluids, filters, or ignition parts. Capacities and specs differ between them.
2.0L I4 Turbo (K20C4)
- Oil viscosity
- 0W-20
- Oil capacity
- 4.6 qt with filter
- Oil spec
- API SN or later
- Timing drive
- Chain, no scheduled service
- Spark plugs
- Iridium
- Coolant
- Honda Type 2 (blue)
Common tire sizes 225/50R17235/40R19
03 / The year in context
What this schedule asks of you
The 2018 Accord runs the tenth-generation turbo lineup: a 1.5L with a CVT on volume trims and a detuned Type R derived 2.0L with a 10-speed automatic above it. The Maintenance Minder times services, with oil typically near 7,500 miles and the familiar Honda sub-items beyond it.
This generation deleted the old V6 timing belt job, which removes the single most expensive scheduled service an Accord used to carry. In its place, the things worth attention are fluid specificity across three transmissions and the appetite of the 1.5L for short-trip fuel dilution in cold weather.
Brake fluid stays on the three-year clock, coolant is first due near 100,000 miles, and plugs arrive around the same point. For a mid-size sedan the routine costs sit closer to a Civic than to the old V6 Accord.
SEV
Shorter intervals
Do you use the severe schedule?
Frequent short trips, towing, dusty roads, extreme temperatures, and long idling shorten the intervals. The severe column in the table above shows by how much; the toggle in the mileage check applies it.
Check severe-use timing04 / Worth knowing
Before you book service
- 01
Every tenth-generation Accord engine is chain driven. The timing belt that defined V6 Accord ownership is gone from this schedule entirely.
- 02
The 1.5L turbo pairs with a CVT, the 2.0L turbo with a 10-speed automatic, and both offered a 6-speed manual early on. Three transmissions means three different fluids; confirm before buying.
- 03
The 1.5L turbo carries the same cold-climate oil-dilution caveat as the Civic and CR-V: short winter trips call for earlier oil changes and a monthly dipstick check.
- 04
Early 10-speed cars picked up software updates for low-speed shift behavior. A dealer can confirm whether a given VIN has them applied.
05 / Cost outlook
What routine service may cost
Estimated from this schedule over five years or 60,000 miles of normal driving. Parts, labor rates, location, and condition all move the total; treat these as planning figures.
5 years / 60K at a shop $1,400 to $3,000 Independent shop rates
DIY parts estimate $470 to $1,250 Routine items only
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- Cabin air filterAmazon AutoZone O'Reilly Auto Parts
- Wiper bladesAmazon AutoZone O'Reilly Auto Parts
- Front brake padsAmazon AutoZone O'Reilly Auto Parts
- BatteryAmazon AutoZone O'Reilly Auto Parts
08 / Common questions
2018 Accord service answers
01 How often does a 2018 Honda Accord need an oil change?
The published interval is every 7,500 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first. Under severe conditions such as short trips, towing, dust, or extreme temperatures, the interval drops to 3,750 miles.
02 Does the 2018 Honda Accord have a timing belt or a timing chain?
Every available engine, the 1.5L I4 Turbo (L15BE) and the 2.0L I4 Turbo (K20C4), uses a timing chain. There is no scheduled timing belt replacement.
03 What oil does the 2018 Honda Accord take, and how much?
1.5L I4 Turbo (L15BE): 0W-20, 3.7 quarts with filter. 2.0L I4 Turbo (K20C4): 0W-20, 4.6 quarts with filter. Confirm the grade printed in the owner's manual before buying.
04 When do the spark plugs need to be replaced on a 2018 Honda Accord?
The schedule calls for spark plugs every 100,000 miles. Minder sub-item 4, typically near 100,000 miles with iridium plugs.
05 Does the 2018 Honda Accord ever need CVT fluid changes?
Plan on CVT fluid every 50,000 miles, or 25,000 miles under severe use. Use Honda HCF-2 only. Minder sub-item 3; severe use and towing move it near 25,000 miles.
06 When does the 2018 Honda Accord need a coolant change?
Engine coolant is first due at 100,000 miles, then every 50,000 miles. The specified coolant is Honda Type 2 (blue).
07 What counts as severe service for the 2018 Honda Accord?
Repeated trips under about five miles, extended idling, stop-and-go traffic in heat, dusty or gravel roads, towing, and sustained sub-freezing starts. If a few of those describe a typical week, use the severe column in the table above; most manufacturers write their fine print around exactly that kind of driving.
09 / Sources
Where this schedule came from
- 2018 Honda Accord Owner's Manual, maintenance section Accessed 2026-08-11
- 2018 Honda Accord Maintenance Minder reference Accessed 2026-08-11
Reference only. Confirm the schedule for your exact vehicle in the owner's manual. This site is not affiliated with Honda or any manufacturer.
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