2006 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual - Page 210

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 207 . 8. Calculate the tongue load. Subtract the weight in step 6 from the weight in step 7. Limit: See page 209. Recommended: See page 209. Your dealer offers a trailer package that 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 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. Driving Weight Distributing Hitch 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 211