Brake fluid type is Dot 3. It should also say on the reservoir cap.
Honda sells a Honda-branded product, but any 'name-brand' good quality, commercially available brake fluid is satisfactory.
DOT3 from an unopened can.
A 1997 Honda Civic uses DOT3 type brake fluid. This is the standard for power brakes in most cars for the last 20 years.
dot 3 or 4
DOT-3
I recommend you use only genuine Honda Brake Fluid DOT3 but you can use another brand as long as it is DOT3.
dot 3 is recommended
The one on top or near the master cylinder. On the cap is written the type brake fluid to use.
If you look on the cap covering the master cylinder it will list the correct fluid.
You need to use Honda power sterring fluid. It say so on the power sterring cap inside the hood. I would recommend Honda brake fluid as well to be sure.
DOT 3. Listed on the top of the master cylinder cap.