2011 HONDA RIDGELINE engine oil capacity

Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the contacting surface
of the engine. If it is, remove it
bef ore installing a new oil f ilter.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.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
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.
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the contacting surf ace
of a new oil f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
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4. 5.
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Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
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OIL FILTER
4.5 US qt (4.3)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
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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Specif icat ions
388
Air Conditioning
Seating Capacities
Dimensions
Capacities
Weights 206.9 in (5,255 mm)
77.8 in (1,976 mm)
70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g)
ND-OIL8
Total
FrontRear 32
5
1,470 lbs (670 kg)
1,520 lbs (690 kg)
10,088 lbs (4,575 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
66.9 in (1,700 mm)
67.1 in (1,705 mm)
122.0 in (3,100 mm)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation. Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluidRear
differential
fluid
22.01 US gal (83.3
)
1.64 US gal (6.2)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.5 US qt (8.0)
2.79 US qt (2.64
)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.16 US gal (0.6
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
71.2 in (1,808 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
Maximum load limit
(Payload) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb. Approx.
FrontRear
1: 2:
1: 2: 3:
ChangeTotal
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
ChangeTotal
Change Total
On vehicles without moonroof
On vehicles with moonroof
1:
2:
On vehicles without moonroof
On vehicles with moonroof
1
231 2
1
2
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CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 257
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) . 102
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Accessory Power Sockets . 139
...........................
AC Power Outlet . 141
................
Active Head Restraints . 124
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 327
........
Adjusting the Steering wheel . 99
...........................
Advanced Airbags . 27
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 23
..............
Air Conditioning System . 146
.................................
Usage . 147, 153
Air Outlets ...............
(Vents) . 148, 151, 155, 156
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires . 350
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Antif reeze . 329
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 66, 289
...................................
Operation . 289
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 206
Anti-thef t Steering Column
............................................
Lock . 102
........................................
Armrests . 122
................
Audio System . 159, 167, 173 ...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 104
Automatic Heated Wiper
..............................
Zone . 95, 150, 156
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 210
..............
Automatic Transmission . 271
..........................
Capacity, Fluid . 388
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 331
.......................................
Shif ting . 271
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 271
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 272
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 275
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack . 205
Back Window
.......................................
Indicator . 75
...........................
Operation . 128, 129
Battery Charging System
...........................
Indicator . 63, 374
............................
Jump Starting . 370
..............................
Maintenance . 356
............................
Specif ications . 389 Bed Lights
.......................................
Indicator . 74
...................................
Operation . 144
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 247
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,20
.........................
Beverage Holders . 137
........
HandsFreeLink. 221
..................................
Booster Seats . 52
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 289
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 248
...........................................
Fluid . 334
............
Bulb Replacement . 340, 341
.......................................
Parking . 132
.................
System Indicator . 65, 376
........................
Wear Indicators . 288
.............................
Braking System . 288
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 248
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 98Bluetooth
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Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:
Rear Differential Fluid:
Transfer Assembly Fluid: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
Compact Spare Tire:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
22.01 US gal (83.3
)
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid)
(see page ). Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid
(see page ).
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity
hypoid gear oil, API service
classified GL4 or GL5 only.335
333
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