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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2007RIDGELINE RTSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONTRANSFER ASSEMBLYINSPECTION
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTS
Transfer Assembly: Inspection
2007 Honda Ridgeline RTSSECTION Inspection
NOTE:
To prevent damage to the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and a vise.
Transfer Gear Backlash Measurement
- Set a dial indicator (A) on the transfer companion flange (B); position the dial indicator tip (C) on the direct extension of the bolt hole canter (D).
- Measure the transfer gear backlash.
Standard: 0.06-0.17 mm (0.002-0.007 in.)
Total Starting Torque Measurement
- Rotate the transfer companion flange several times to seat the tapered roller bearings.
- Measure the staring torque at the companion flange (A) using a torque wrench (B) and a socket (C).
Standard: 3.20-4.16 N.m (32.6-42.4 kgf.cm, 28.3-36.8 lbf.in.)
- If the measurements are out of standard, disassemble the transfer assembly and repair it.
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.