The Honda Ridgeline has been produced from 2006 to present with a break in production during 2015 and 2016. All model years use a 3.5L V6 engine with varying oil specifications depending on generation. Using the correct oil capacity, viscosity, and type is essential for maintaining performance and longevity.
First-generation models from 2006 to 2014 require SAE 5W-20 oil with a capacity of 4.5 quarts, while second-generation models from 2017 onward require SAE 0W-20 synthetic oil with a capacity of 5.7 quarts. This guide lists all model years with full oil specifications and maintenance recommendations.
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2025 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2025 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 engine that requires 5.7 quarts of full synthetic oil with filter replacement. Using SAE 0W-20 oil provides the right balance of protection and efficiency under normal driving conditions.
2024 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2024 Honda Ridgeline requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil for optimal engine protection. The 3.5L V6 engine operates efficiently with synthetic oil in all temperature ranges.
2023 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2023 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 that requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil with filter. This viscosity ensures proper lubrication and fuel efficiency for the engine.
2022 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2022 Honda Ridgeline requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil with a new filter installed. Honda recommends full synthetic oil for optimal engine protection in this model year.
2021 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-RTA-003, Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
The 2021 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 engine requiring 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil. This oil capacity includes replacement of the oil filter during service.
2020 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-RTA-003, Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
The 2020 Honda Ridgeline requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil for proper engine operation. The oil drain plug should be torqued to 29 lb-ft during installation.
2019 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-RTA-003, Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
The 2019 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 that requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil with filter. Honda specifies 0W-20 viscosity for all driving conditions including towing and extreme temperatures.
2018 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-RTA-003, Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
The 2018 Honda Ridgeline requires 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil with filter replacement. The engine uses a 17mm drain plug that requires proper torque specification for leak prevention.
2017 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 5.7 qt (5.4 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 5.3 qt (5.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Full Synthetic |
| Viscosity | SAE 0W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 29 lb-ft (39 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-RTA-003, Honda 15400-PLM-A02, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A |
The 2017 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 engine requiring 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil. This second-generation model introduced the 0W-20 viscosity requirement replacing the previous 5W-20 specification.
2014 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2014 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 that requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil with filter. This first-generation model accepts both synthetic and conventional oil meeting API certification requirements.
2013 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2013 Honda Ridgeline requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil with filter replacement. The oil drain plug torque specification is 30 lb-ft for proper sealing.
2012 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2012 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 engine that requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil. Premium-grade detergent oil with API certification seal is recommended for this model year.
2011 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2011 Honda Ridgeline requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil with filter. The oil filter is located on the passenger side near the wheel well for accessibility.
2010 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2010 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 that requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil. All Honda vehicles from this era use a 17mm drain bolt with 14mm crush washer.
2009 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35A9) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2009 Honda Ridgeline requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil with filter replacement. This model year uses the J35A9 engine variant with 5-speed automatic transmission.
2008 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35A9) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2008 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 engine requiring 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil. The oil capacity measurement includes the oil filter replacement during service.
2007 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35A9) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2007 Honda Ridgeline requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil with filter. The drain plug torque specification of 30 lb-ft ensures proper sealing without damaging the aluminum oil pan.
2006 Honda Ridgeline Engine Oil Capacity
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Engine | 3.5L V6 (J35A9) |
| Oil Capacity (with Filter) | 4.5 qt (4.3 L) |
| Oil Capacity (without Filter) | 4.2 qt (4.0 L) |
| Recommended Oil Type | Synthetic or Conventional |
| Viscosity | SAE 5W-20 |
| Oil Change Interval | Every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Oil Drain Plug Torque | 30 lb-ft (41 N·m) |
| Recommended Filters | Honda 15400-PLM-A01, K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, FRAM PH7317 |
The 2006 Honda Ridgeline uses a 3.5L V6 that requires 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 oil. This first model year of the Ridgeline uses the J35A9 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission.
Oil Maintenance and Service Tips
Regular oil changes are critical for engine longevity and performance in the Honda Ridgeline. Check the oil level at least once per month using the dipstick located on top of the engine, ensuring the vehicle is on level ground and the engine is cold for accurate readings. The oil should appear amber or light brown on the dipstick, and dark black oil indicates overdue service.
Oil change intervals vary based on driving conditions, with normal driving requiring service every 7,500 miles and severe conditions requiring changes every 5,000 miles. Severe driving conditions include frequent towing, mountainous terrain operation, extended idling, or dusty environments. Always replace the oil filter during each oil change and use a new crush washer on the drain plug to prevent leaks.
Full synthetic oil provides superior protection compared to conventional oil, especially for second-generation Ridgelines that require 0W-20 viscosity. When changing oil, allow the engine to warm slightly to improve oil flow, but never work on an extremely hot engine. Properly dispose of used oil at recycling centers or automotive service facilities.
| Driving Condition | Oil Change Interval |
|---|---|
| Normal Driving | Every 7,500 miles or 12 months |
| Severe Driving (towing, dusty, extreme temperatures) | Every 5,000 miles or 6 months |
| Track Use or Racing | Every 3,000 miles or 3 months |
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of oil does a Honda Ridgeline use?
The Honda Ridgeline uses SAE 5W-20 oil for 2006 to 2014 models and SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil for 2017 to 2025 models. Second-generation Ridgelines specifically require full synthetic oil with API certification and energy conserving designation.
How much oil does a Honda Ridgeline take?
First-generation Honda Ridgelines from 2006 to 2014 require 4.5 quarts of oil with filter, while second-generation models from 2017 to 2025 require 5.7 quarts with filter. Always verify the oil level with the dipstick after filling to avoid overfilling.
What is the recommended oil type for a Honda Ridgeline?
Honda recommends premium-grade 0W-20 full synthetic oil for 2017 and newer Ridgelines, while 2006 to 2014 models can use either synthetic or conventional 5W-20 oil. All oil must display the API certification seal on the container for proper engine protection.
What is the oil change interval for a Honda Ridgeline?
The recommended oil change interval is every 7,500 miles or 12 months under normal driving conditions. Severe driving conditions such as frequent towing, extreme temperatures, or dusty environments require oil changes every 5,000 miles.
Can I use 5W-20 instead of 0W-20 in a Honda Ridgeline?
Honda specifies 0W-20 oil for all 2017 and newer Ridgelines regardless of ambient temperature or driving conditions. Using 5W-20 instead of the specified 0W-20 may affect fuel economy and is not recommended by the manufacturer.
What is the oil filter part number for Honda Ridgeline?
First-generation Ridgelines use Honda oil filter part number 15400-PLM-A01, while second-generation models use 15400-PLM-A02. Compatible aftermarket filters include K&N HP-1017, Mobil 1 M1-110A, and FRAM PH7317.
Conclusion
The Honda Ridgeline requires specific oil specifications that vary by generation, with first-generation models using 4.5 quarts of SAE 5W-20 and second-generation models requiring 5.7 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic oil. Always use manufacturer-approved oil meeting API certification standards and replace the oil filter during each service. Following the recommended oil change intervals of 5,000 to 7,500 miles and using the correct viscosity ensures optimal engine performance, longevity, and reliability.
