The Ridgeline’s 3.5L V6 requires SAE 5W-20 engine oil (API SN or newer), with an oil capacity of roughly 5 quarts including the filter.
Understanding this specification helps you choose the right oil, plan maintenance, and keep your truck running smoothly in conditions from daily driving to towing duties.
Oil specifications for the 2007 Ridgeline
Key facts to guide your oil purchase and changes:
- Viscosity: SAE 5W-20 is the standard specification for most climates and driving conditions.
- API service: Use oil that meets API SN (or newer) specification as indicated by the manual.
- Oil type: You can use conventional or full synthetic oil, provided it meets the viscosity and API spec.
- Oil capacity: With filter, the engine holds roughly 5 quarts; fill carefully and recheck with the dipstick.
- Oil filter: Use a Honda/Acura-approved oil filter or an equivalent OEM-spec filter for best fit and filtration.
Always consult the owner's manual or a Honda dealer for the exact capacity for your vehicle’s configuration, and ensure you pair the oil with the appropriate filter and change intervals for your driving conditions.
Choosing between conventional and synthetic oil
Both conventional and synthetic oils can meet the 5W-20 specification, but your choice affects protection, temperature tolerance, and service intervals.
When to choose conventional oil
Conventional oil is typically cheaper and suitable for normal driving with standard change intervals. It provides adequate protection for everyday use and lighter towing scenarios.
When to choose synthetic oil
Synthetic or synthetic-blend oils offer better high-temperature protection, improved cold-start performance, and often longer service intervals, which can be beneficial for towing, frequent highway driving, or hot climates.
Either option can meet the 5W-20 and API SN-or-newer requirements as long as you adhere to the manufacturer’s change intervals and use a compatible filter.
Summary: For a 2007 Honda Ridgeline, use SAE 5W-20 engine oil (API SN or newer) with about 5 quarts capacity. You may choose conventional or synthetic oil within that specification, and follow Honda’s recommended change intervals and filter requirements to maintain engine performance.