2008 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual - Page 225

Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Accessories Towing generally requires a variety of supplemental equipment. To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment whenever possible. 7. Check the weight of the unhitched trailer. Limit: See page 217 . 8. Calculate the tongue load. Subtract the weight in step 6 from the weight in step 7. Limit: See page 219 . Recommended: See page 219 . Your dealer offers an optional trailer package for models other than RTX. The package includes a hitch, a ball mount, and a wiring harness. Discuss any additional needs with your trailer sales or rental agency, and make sure all equipment is properly installed, maintained, and also meets state, federal, province, and local regulations. Hitch All models except RTX We strongly recommend that you have your dealer install a class 3 hitch. Using non-Honda equipment may result in serious damage to your vehicle. Read the trailer manufacturer's instructions, and select the appropriate draw bar for the height of the trailer you will be towing. Weight Distributing Hitch Driving A weight distributing hitch is not recommended for use with your vehicle, as an improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance. CONTINUED 221 2008 Ridgeline