I lucked out and didn't have to remove the tabs to slide my trim back on. Lined em up and got it on the first try. Also, a friend of mine with a Ridgeline suggested that I get my lock re-keyed. So, I took his suggestion. I got my lock re-keyed to the key inside my keyfob, so I do not need to have extra keys on my ring for the trunk lock. It only ran me $35.00 Cost my friend $50.00 . Very much worth it in either case in my opinion. Great video btw!

Thanks! You made adding the tailgate lock very easy.

Great video. Without it I would not have known to tap the top piece sideways.

Hey, Thank you so much for your Ridgeline videos, they have been quite helpful. I have changed out the back door checkers on my 2019 Ridgeline with the help of your video, and I added the locking tailgate handle about a year ago. I finally got around to pulling out the lock cylinder and having it re-keyed to the factory key today. For $20.00 at a local locksmith, it was well worth it. Again, good job on your videos, keep up the good work!

The upgraded purple locking connector is supplied and is for replacing the smaller purple connector that is connected to the lever that controls the swing open feature of the tailgate , It is a more durable connector so it doesn't break if someone pulls on the lever for the side release feature when the tailgate is locked.

Just did my locking tailgate and rear door jambs in right over an hours time today. Thanks for the in-depth videos my man!

Your tip on putting that top trim piece back on by removing the tabs made my day. Thanks so much for that.

Your two videos are great! thanks for the info and simple yet great factory upgrades!

Great instruction vid! Appreciate all these great DIY how-to's - the Ridgeline is a great truck.

once again, another great hack! Took about 45 minutes and works great. actually just as easy as your door hack. Thanks, looking forward to see what next.

Watched the video and got the job done in no time. Thanks for the video, always helps when you can see the job before you have to do it.

Just did this and followed your video step by step. Thank you for doing this!

Perfect instructions. Just successfully installed the handle and bracket to my 2017 RTL-E. Looks great and is now lockable.

Great video brother! Again I appreciate the time you take making these and helping the Ridgeline community!

this is definitely the most thorough and clear video I've found thus far, thank you!

Thanks for the video! I was able to get mine installed in about 30 to 45 minutes. I was able to get that final top trim piece reinstalled in the first try. Your video was very helpful.

Thanks for the video. Lock install took 45 minutes with no problems. A long handle needle nose pliers made it easier to restart the 10mm bolts for the handle. Thanks again,

Thank you so much for the video. Just did this to my 19 ridgeline and it was perfect to follow

Thank you, I was surprised when I opened the box and there were no instructions, made my day easier. Took about an hour.

Great instructional video! I got my Tailgate Kit and Handle for my 2019 Ridgeline Sport and installed it without any problems. Very straight forward. Thank you!!!! Gary G.

I just ordered the tailgate handle (in my truck’s color) and the lock kit. I will let you know how the installation goes but your video makes it look pretty easy. Thanks!

Excellent video. Just did this upgrade on my 2019 in about 45 minutes. A good part of that was looking for a T30 bit... 🙄

Just wanted to say THANKS, just followed your instructions and had no problems. 👍🏼

Another hearty THANK YOU for a great video! Very easy to follow along and understand. I was at a Metro Nashville stealership today getting my Ridgeline serviced and asked how much to have the lock installed. They quoted labor of $130. Figuring they saw me as a piece of candy on a stick, I decided I would give it the old college try. Thankfully I had all of the tools necessary and this only took about 45 minutes (including reattaching the top cap) with no wrong turns.

Thanks to you, I changed out the rear door situation. I can now put larger things inside the cab. I will be doing the tailgate as soon as I get the parts...again, Thanks

Excellent video. I just did the same install on my 2018 and this video made it simple. Thanks for posting!

I have been searching for this solution for a year! Thanks for the great video. It is amazing how little the dealerships know about the Ridgeline. I understand it is a specialty vehicle for them but still...

Ok it was an easy step by step install. i did it in under 45 min. The hardest thing was getting the bolts loose and reattaching the top of the tail gate. But both were easy with your instructions. Thanks so much for a great DIY video.

I would give this video 4 of 5 stars. More detail on the clips of the tailgate cap are what knock off one star. My main reason for this review is the lock cylinder. I haven't done this yet, but spoke to a locksmith and for $45 he can rekey it to match doorlock cylinder. I'm in El Paso so that price is probably double in other metropolitan areas. I LOVE this bordertown!!

excellent video, clear and concise! I have a 2017 Ridgeline. The Dealer could not even tell me if the kit would work because apparently the parts computer did not list it for the 2017. The dealer wanted $220+ to install and charged me about $120 for the kit (both parts) . I decided to try to install it myself after watching this video because nothing seemed outside of my limited ability. To my joy and surprise everything worked and looked exactly like the video described. The only slight difference was that my screws on the big panel were a Torx 40 instead of a 30. Pretty minor. Thanks again!

Great instructions thanks. Took me about an hour. The backup camera screws didn't want to go in the new handle for me and the tabs on the tailgate top were a bit of a pain in the neck but everything else was cake

Great demo will hopefully get around to this and the backdoors in the near future !

Thank you for posting this! Very clear. Took me less than 45 mins. Trickiest part is restarting the bolts holding in the handle, needlenose pliers help. Also put all the white plastic clips right back into the tailgate rim cap right after you take it off, paying attention to their orientation. It went right back on, first try for me. Putting the clips back in was the most time-consuming part of the process.

Drivers Only, Thanks for another great video. However, you’re costing me $$$ LOL. Today I installed the Checkers for the rear doors huge difference, Thanks. Will save a few bucks and order the tailgate lock kit.

I have an Honda Ridgeline 2019 and it’s works for me perfectly. Thanks for the video!!

Great job! I like the way you explained the process. It's easy to understand even I am a second-language speaker, Thanks,

Thanks for the video! Just finished with the install on my 2018 Ridgeline. Went great! My Honda dealer would not recommend doing this as the part numbers are listed for a 2019. I purchase from College Hills Honda on line cost $91.

LOL!! Just got my kit a day or two ago & pulled out the EIGHT PAGE manual (that you highlight in the video), which tells you: To unlock - insert key and turn 90 degrees CCW. To lock - insert key and turn 90 degrees CW. :-D And now I'm here, where you'll actually show me how to install it.

Great job, glad found your channel. Awesome!

The installation was a breeze after watching your video. The purple connector included w/ the kit is used on the cable that releases the tailgate to open like a car door. The handle down by the bumper. The new purple connector is beefier or more heavy-duty like the ones you'll be installing. Probably easier to go ahead and install it while the tailgate is disassembled rather than having to go back and replace it later. Thanks again for the video. Installation was easy.

The purple clip that you didn't use was supposed to replace the purple clip in the mechanism. The new clip is larger and more robust. Not sure if Honda had issues during testing that were resolved with this part. Did door checkers and tailgate lock this is past weekend. Thanks for the videos!

I just installed mine as well. I love it! I’ve seen the pop and lock that are electronic. I asked my Honda tech about it and he said not to install the electronic version. They had a guy come in with the e-version and they fault like hell to get it open because the electronic actuator broke. It was total nightmare and took a week to get it to open. Not for me. I’m going with a manual one. Found out 2020 Ridgeline has the electronic locking tailgate now that works with the key fob. Honda also knew because of the failures of electronic devices like pop and lock they have a backup where you can unlock this secured door underneath the tailgate with your OEM key in the fob and pull this steel cable to unlock the tailgate if the actuator fails.

Very professional video; both audio and video well defined. Perhaps you can do a video on types of Ridgeline bed covers available with pros and cons?

Thanks for the video it really helped since the directions were not that great. I ordered the parts from my dealership and the total was $117.70 after tax and they had free next day shipping to the dealership. I have a 2019 RTL-E in Modern Steel Metallic. If it helps anyone the part number for the handle in that color is 08Z07-T6Z-140E.

your excellent with the presentation, thank-you from us "so-so" mechanics.

Installed the pop-n-lock PL8600 "power lock". Works with power locks and key fob.

Thank you so much for explaining this process! the kit doesn't tell you squat.

Excellent video and instructions. Thank you sir!

Thanks for the video. Easy to follow instructions

Just looking at this now.. my 2023 Ridgeline does auto lock with keyfob. It didn't at first because you need to "activate" the electronic locking feature in the touch screen settings. works like a charm.

Did mine tonight and works well.

Excellent tip and instruction.

The aftermarket does make one both power and manual. You don't have to run the wires all the way to the front anymore. You can just run it to the back door behind the driver and splice it into the wires there.

Hey man - love the videos! I just bought a '19 Sport - what tonneau cover did you end up getting for yours?

Awesome vid! Well done. 👍🏼

Thanks for the help. Great video.

Great video!!! I will be doing this to my ridgeline. Can I ask what rims and tires you are running? They look sick!

Great and very useful video, thanks.

Drivers Only, which tires and rims did you put on your Ridgeline? It looks good. Thanks for the video!

the purple clip is for the lock cable, the smaller clip that is fitted could break, thats why honda included it in the lock upgrade kit.

Nice detailed video. May come in handy when I get my "new to me" 2018 RTL-T in a couple days.

this had to be the most underrated vehicle

Is your Ridgeline the "Black Edition"? What tire and rim combo are you running? Thanks for posting this great video! Appreciate your time and effort.

awesome! thanks for your great videos!

Thanks for the video. Great stuff. Did you investigate getting the cylinder rekeyed to match your fob?

Thanks for making these Videos. I just had the 1 1/2” truxx front lift kit put on my 2019 RTL-E. The new door checkers are here and I think I’m going to do that one myself. Now I want the tailgate lock too. I’ve got the hard folding cover and it was pricey. I never thought about someone stealing the actual cover until I read a comment here. I’m eyeballing some new more aggressive tires but I want to stick with the stock rims. Any advice on how big I can go without rubbing? 265/60/18?

Great info; thanks for the vid!

I took the locking cylinder to a locksmith shop and they rekeyed it so the key stored in the fob works. It depends on your shop but mine charged me $60

Just have my new 2019 ridgeline. I notice that did not come with wheels locking lug nuts. Would be good idea to do a video with the best locking nuts for this truck.

Thank you, I just did it.

Awesome video! It was super helpful. I ran into an issue installing the new heavier weight purple clip. Anyone by chance know the part number for that?

Awesome, thank you. Just installed my Paragon tunneau, and it makes no sense not to have a lock with a locked tonneau

Awesome video!! Do you know if it's possible to have the tailgate lock cylinder re-keyed to unlock with the Ridgeline key in the key fob?

Good video 😊

Just wondering.. but can't you just get another lock cylinder from honda (or lock smith) so all the keys will match? Might be more expensive but that's just a thought.

Very nice thank you

So weird it doesn’t lock. I used to have a 2006 when then they first came out & if remembered correctly the tailgate used to lock & unlock with the fob & door lock button. Wonder if I’m accurate if this oversight it’s these late models. Great vids buddy.

So the tailgate doesn’t lock automatically when you leave the car or with the key fob ? Or is it cause your use to just having a lock at the tailgate ?

I had a tailgate lock included when I bought my Ridgeline. What I think is funny is your video is pretty cut and dry on how to do it. My dealership its kicking their butts on installing it. Today is try #4 for them to do it. I showed the service department manager this video and I might as well been showing her a video in some strange language

Which brand tonneau cover do you have. Honda wants nearly $1 large for theirs...ridiculous! Another great vid, thanks!

You added 1-1/2 lift kit on your Ridgeline did you do it yourself id so do you have a video on it. Could you provide part number for it. Thanks for all your video it's a real charm to make the modifications after having watched them.

If I understand the system I think I prefer this non power lock method. If someone were to break into the car couldn't they just use the lock button on the door and gain access? This method they could not?

Great video. Do you happen to know when the 2020 ridgeline is coming out? And if it will be refreshed to match the 2019 pilot? Thanks

Excellent

I did my and also rekey the lock cylinder to work with my truck keyfob. I don’t need to carry two set of keys.

My dealership is showing the part only come up for 2019 models. I know your description says 2017 - 2020, but I've got a 2017 so wanted to double check what you're basing that on? Thanks!

What are the part numbers for the door lock and locking mechanism for a 2017 Ridgeline in white diamond pearl?

Curious if this kit exists for first gen ridgeline. That's keeping me from getting a secure bed cover, why have a secure tough cover in the tailgate opens?

will this work for the first gen ridgelines if not does honda make one that does?

what about the 1st gen Ridgeline? Are the parts the same or is there another OEM kit for the 1st gen?

Hello, we had ours done at the dealership. It has been very hard to get the tailgate to open. 9 out of 10 times you have to yank the handle upwards with a hard tug. The dealership has had two attempts to fix the problem. Any tips? Other than go to a new dealership or do it myself??

So it won’t work with the remote? Just the 🔑? Thanks

Nice!

Excellent video. I’m going to get a Ridgeline in a couple of months, partly due to your videos. Do you mind telling me what tonneau cover you have?

What type of wheels and tires you got there?

Where can I find left passenger door handle end cap replacement?

gonna need to do it ... 1 question is it on all HONDA RIDGELINE 2019 !!? ( RTL .. RTL - E !?? ) LET ME KNOW .. THX ! )

The purple one replaces the internal under black cover purple clip which breaks

What kind of tonneau cover do you have and does your in bed truck lid fully open. Thanks$

Did you add a 1-1/2 lift kit on your Ridgeline?