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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2007RIDGELINE RTSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONTRANSFER ASSEMBLY FLUID REPLACEMENT
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTS
Transfer Assembly Fluid Replacement
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTSSECTION Transfer Assembly Fluid Replacement
- Bring the transmission up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
- Park the vehicle on level ground, and turn the engine off.
- Remove the drain plug (A), and drain the transfer fluid (hypoid gear oil).
- Reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer (B).
- Remove the filler plug (A) and the sealing washer (B).
- Refill the transfer assembly with the recommended fluid (hypoid gear oil) through the filler hole (C) until the fluid flows out. Use a SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Viscosity
SAE 90: Above 0°F (--18°C)
SAE 80W-90: Below 0°F (--18°C)
Transfer Fluid (Hypoid Gear Oil) Capacity: 0.43 L (0.45 US qt) at fluid change
- Install the filler plug and a new sealing washer.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.