2007 HONDA RIDGELINE oil dipstick

Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole. Remove
the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .Look
at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
on page for
info rmation on adding the proper
coolan t.
Refer to
on page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
1.
2.
3. 4.
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Service Station Procedures
A dding Engine Oil Engine Coolant Check
Oil Check
A dding
Engine Coolant
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
182
DIPSTICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK MAX
MIN
RESERVE TANK

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Fluid Locations
Maint enance
245
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
: Under the gray cover

Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in
the oil slowly and caref ully so you do
not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Reinstall the engine
oil f ill cap, and tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes, and recheck the
oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
Do not f ill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine. Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
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API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Ambient Temperature
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it bef ore installing a
new oil f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it. Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.9.
8. 7. 6.
4. 5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
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OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

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CONT INUED
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Fan, Interior .123
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Features .121
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Filling the Fuel Tank .179
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen .262
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Oil .248
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .79
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Flat Tire, Changing a .275
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Economy, Fuel .183
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Emergencies .273
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Battery, Jump Starting .284
...........
Brake System Indicator .290
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Changing a Flat Tire .275
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Charging System Indicator .288
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Checking the Fuses .291
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Hazard Warning Flashers .79
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .288
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .289
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Overheated Engine .286
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Stuck Vehicle .297
.......................................
Towing .296
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Emergency Brake .109
.......................
Emissions Controls .307
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .72
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 62, 289
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Oil Lif e Display .235
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 288 ..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .246
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Overheating .286
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Specif ications .303
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Speed Limiter .201
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Starting .196
.................
Engine, if it won’t start .283
Evaporative Emissions Control
........................................
System .307
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .53
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
........................................
System .308
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16
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Daytime Running Lights .78
.................................
Dead Battery .284
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .314
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Def rosting the Windows .127
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear .252
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Dimensions .302
...............
Dimming the Headlights .76
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .251
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Engine Oil .182
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Directional Signals .76
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .207
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Disposal of Used Oil .248
.
Door and Tailgate Open Monitor .64
Doors
..
Locking and Unlocking . 83, 84, 86
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Lockout Prevention .83
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Power Door Locks .83
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .304
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
...........................................
Driving .193
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Economy .183
...................................................
D3 .199
Dual-Action Tailgate
.................................
Indicator . 64, 94
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Operation .92 ..........
Dual Temperature Control .130
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Dust and Pollen Filter .262
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