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2021 Honda Ridgeline Fluid Capacities
OEM fluid capacity chart from the factory service manual for the 2020-2022 (2020-2022).
Quick Answer
Air Cond Compressor Oil
4.50 OZS. (0.13 L) — RL85HMS (POE) Note: Approximate capacity.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
3.70 QTS. (3.5 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF - Type 3.1 or higher
Brake Fluid
— HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Fill to line on reservoir.
Differential Gear Oil
1.92 QTS. (1.81 L) — HONDA DPSF-II
Engine Coolant
1.96 GALS. (7.41 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Engine Oil
5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight.
Transfer Case Fluid
0.45 QTS. (0.42 L) — HONDA HGO-1
Notes
- →Approximate capacity.
- →Fill to line on reservoir.
- →This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
- →You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight.
- →Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio.
This vehicle's factory manual
2021 Honda Ridgeline: confirm the engine, trim, or drivetrain to open the available repair and diagnosis sections.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the fluid capacities for a 2021 Honda Ridgeline?
- The 2021 Honda Ridgeline fluid capacities are: Air Cond Compressor Oil: 4.50 OZS. (0.13 L) — RL85HMS (POE) Note: Approximate capacity., Automatic Transmission Fluid: 3.70 QTS. (3.5 L) — HONDA Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF - Type 3.1 or higher, Brake Fluid: — HONDA Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Note: Fill to line on reservoir., Differential Gear Oil: 1.92 QTS. (1.81 L) — HONDA DPSF-II, Engine Coolant: 1.96 GALS. (7.41 L) — HONDA Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 Note: This coolant is pre-mixed with 50/50 antifreeze and water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines., Engine Oil: 5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight., Transfer Case Fluid: 0.45 QTS. (0.42 L) — HONDA HGO-1.
- How much engine oil does a 2021 Honda Ridgeline take?
- The 2021 Honda Ridgeline takes 5.40 QTS. (5.11 L) — Genuine HONDA Motor Oil 0W-20 or API premium grade - SAE 0W-20 Detergent Oil Note: You may use a synthetic motor oil if it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight..