The main jacking points on a Honda Civic are the front center point on the front subframe crossmember, the pinch-weld points along the rocker panels for side lifts, and a rear center point on the rear subframe crossmember. Use a floor jack on these pads and always support the car with jack stands before working beneath it.
The exact location can vary by generation and trim, so it’s important to check your specific owner’s manual or a factory diagram for your year. Look for reinforced pads, notches, or stamped jack symbols on the pinch welds or crossmembers.
Common jacking points on most Civics
Below are the typical spots used for lifting a Civic with a floor jack. The precise appearance or markings may differ by year, so use these as a guide and verify with the manual.
- Front center jack point: on the front subframe crossmember beneath the engine bay, usually a reinforced pad or designated boss for the floor jack.
- Left pinch-weld point: along the rocker panel under the front door (near the front wheel), often with a notch or raised ridge to guide the jack.
- Right pinch-weld point: along the rocker panel under the rear door (near the rear wheel), similar reinforced area for lifting the right side.
- Rear center jack point: on the rear subframe crossmember, used for lifting the rear of the car when needed.
Always confirm the exact points for your model year in the owner’s manual. Do not place a jack on plastic panels or nonreinforced areas, and never rely on a jack alone to support the vehicle.
Safe lifting procedure
To minimize risk during lifting, follow these safety steps. They apply across generations and trims, but always adapt to your specific model as described in the manual.
- Park on level ground and engage the parking brake; chock the wheels that will stay on the ground.
- Locate the appropriate jack point (front center crossmember or pinch-welds) and position the floor jack under it.
- Slowly raise the vehicle until the wheel is clear, then place sturdy jack stands under the corresponding reinforced points (do not rely on the jack alone).
- Lower the car onto the stands and remove the jack once it is securely supported.
- When finished, reverse the process: remove stands, retract the jack, and ensure no tools or hands are under the vehicle before lowering completely.
Safety first: never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack, and always use wheel chocks and stands on solid, level ground.
Generation-specific notes
2016–2021 (10th generation)
The 10th-generation Civic generally follows the same principles: a front center crossmember jack point, pinch-weld points along the rocker panels, and a rear center crossmember point. Variations may exist between trims or due to factory protective coverings, so consult the manual for the exact marks and pads on your year.
2022–present (11th generation)
The 11th-generation Civic maintains the standard front center and rear crossmember jacking points plus rocker-panel pinch-weld points. Some trims may feature updated reinforcement or different visual indicators, so verify with the official diagram for your exact model year and trim level.
Summary
For most Honda Civics, the recommended jacking points are the front center crossmember, the two pinch-welds along the rocker panels for side lifting, and the rear center crossmember. Always check your owner’s manual for your exact year and trim, identify reinforced pads or jack symbols, and use jack stands to secure the vehicle before any work underneath.