odometer HONDA RIDGELINE 2014 1.G Owners Manual

With the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the inf ormation display
changesasshownonthenextpage
each time you press the SELECT
button or TRIP/RESET button.
The inf ormation display shows the
odometer, trip meter, engine oil lif e,
outside temperature (if equipped),
instant f uel economy, average f uel
economy, range (estimated distance),
and maintenance item code(s).
For inf ormation about the multi-
inf ormation display, see page
.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, your last
selection is displayed. 82
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On models with navigation system
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Inf ormation Display
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TRIP/RESET BUTTONSELECT BUTTON
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U.S. model is shown. INFORMATION DISPLAYOUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
ODOMETER
ODOMETER
RANGE ENGINE OIL LIFE
TRIP METER A TRIP METER B
RANGE TRIP METER B
TRIP METER A TRIP METER A
AVERAGE FUEL
ECONOMY A AVERAGE FUEL
ECONOMY B
INSTANT FUEL
ECONOMY INSTANT FUEL
ECONOMY TRIP/RESET button SELECT button
TRIP METER B
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The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial/
territorial regulations to disconnect,
reset, or alter the odometer with the
intent to change the number of miles
or kilometers indicated.
Both trip meters will reset if the
vehicle’s battery goes dead or is
disconnected.
In certain weather conditions,
temperature readings near f reezing(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
f orming on the road surf ace.
The temperature sensor is in the
f ront bumper. The temperature
reading can be affected by heat
ref lection f rom the road surf ace,
engine heat, and the exhaust f rom
surrounding traf f ic. This can cause
an incorrect temperature reading
when your vehicle speed is under
19 mph (30 km/h). When you start
your trip, the sensor is not f ully
acclimatized, theref ore it may take
several minutes until the proper
temperature is displayed. This shows the outside temperature
in Fahrenheit (U.S. models), or in
Celsius (Canadian models). If the outside temperature is
incorrectly displayed, you can adjust
it up to 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C
in Canadian models) warmer or
cooler.
The temperature must be
stabilized bef ore doing this
procedure.
To adjust the outside temperature
indicator, press and hold the TRIP/
RESET button f or 10 seconds. The
f ollowing sequence will appear f or 1
secondeach:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3,
3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada).
When the temperature reaches the
desired value, release the TRIP/
RESET button. You should see the
new outside temperature displayed.
Each trip meter works independently,
so you can keep track of two
dif f erent distances. To reset a trip
meter, display it, and then press and
hold the TRIP/RESET button until
the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Switch between these
displays by pressing the TRIP/
RESET button repeatedly. This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
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Except RT and U.S. Sport models
Odomet er
Out side T emperat ure Indicat or
Trip Meter
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The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial/
territorial regulations to disconnect,
reset, or alter the odometer with the
intent to change the number of miles
or kilometers indicated.This meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it. There
are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip
B. Each trip meter works
independently, so you can keep track
of two dif f erent distances.
To reset a trip meter, display it, and
then press and hold the SEL/
RESET button until the number
resets to ‘‘0.0.’’When you reset Trip A, AVERAGE
FUEL A, AVERAGE SPEED A, and
ELAPSED TIME A are reset at the
same time. When you reset Trip B,
AVERAGE FUEL B, AVERAGE
SPEED B, and ELAPSED TIME B
are reset.
Multi-Inf ormation Display
Odometer
T rip Meter
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TRIP METER
ODOMETER
U.S. model is shown.
U.S. model is shown.
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The maintenance item code or codes
indicate the main and sub items
required at the time of the oil change
(see page ).When the remaining engine oil lif e is
0 percent, the engine oil lif e indicator
will blink. The display comes on
everytimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON (II) position. The
Maintenance Minder indicator
( ) also comes on and remains
on in the instrument panel. When
you see this message, immediately
have the indicated maintenance done
by your dealer.If you do not perf orm the indicated
maintenance, negative distance
traveled is displayed and begins to
blink af ter the vehicle has been
driven 10 miles (10 km) or more.
Negative distance traveled means
your vehicle has passed the
maintenance required point.
Immediately have the indicated
maintenance done by your dealer.
You can switch the information
display f rom the engine oil lif e
display to the odometer or the trip
meter. Press and release the
SELECT button on the dashboard.
Whentheengineoillifeis15to1
percent, the Maintenance Minder
indicator ( ) comes on every
time you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, then it goes out
if you switch the inf ormation display.
When you see this message, have
the indicated maintenance
performed by your dealer as soon
as possible.
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Maintenance Minder
313
U.S. model is shown.
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Maint enance

Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described as f ollows. When the engine oil lif e is 0 percent
or negative distance traveled, the
Maintenance Minder indicator
( )remainsonevenif you
change the inf ormation display.All maintenance items displayed on
the inf ormation display are in code.
For an explanation of these
maintenance codes, see page .Your dealer will reset the display
after completing the required
maintenance service. You will see
‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the
information display the next time
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II)
position.
If maintenance service is done
by someone other than your
dealer, reset the Maintenance
Minder as f ollows: Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
To change the inf ormation display
f rom the engine oil lif e display to the
odometer or the trip meter, press
and release the SELECT button.
Press the SELECT button
repeatedly until the engine oil lif e
is displayed.
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On models without navigation system On models without navigation system
Maintenance Main
Resetting the Engine
Maintenance Minder
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MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEMMAINTENANCE SUB ITEM(S)
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Maint enance
Items and Sub Items
Oil Life Display

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission
Check the fluid level monthly.
See page . Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See
page
.
Lights Check the operation of
all the lights monthly. See
page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the odometer/
trip meter display or the multi-
inf ormation display.
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Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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Maint enance

Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display or multi-inf ormation display
(depending on the model). The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
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Synthetic Oil
Changing the Engine
Oil and Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
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WASHER DRAIN BOLT
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Maint enance

Honda dealership personnel are
trained prof essionals. They should
be able to answer all your questions.
If you encounter a problem that your
dealership does not solve to your
satisf action, please discuss it with
the dealership’s management. The
service manager or general manager
can help. Almost all problems are
solved in this way.
If you are dissatisf ied with the
decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact Honda
Customer Service.
U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners:
When you call or write, please give
us this inf ormation:
Vehicle identif ication number (see
page )
Name and address of the dealer
who services your vehicle
Date of purchase
Odometer reading on your vehicle
Your name, address, and
telephone number
A detailed description of
the problem
Name of the dealer who sold the
vehicle to you
In Puerto Rico and
the U.S. Virgin Islands: 384
Customer Service Inf ormation
402
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009 Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Boul
evard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-Mail: honda_cr@ch.honda.com
Vortex Motor Corp.
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546 Customer Relations
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 244
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Odometer .79, 84
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Of f -Highway Driving . 304
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Of f -Road Precautions . 305
Oil ........................
Change, How to .325
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Change, When to .311
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Checking Engine .251
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Filter .326
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Pressure Indicator . 63, 372
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .324
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 102
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Outside Mirrors .134
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Overheating, Engine .370
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 321
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Oxygenated Fuels .245
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Panel Brightness Control . 98
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Park Gear Position .270
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Parking .284
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Parking Brake .132 .................................
Parking Lights .95
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 285
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PGM-FI System .396
Pickup Bed .........................
Carrying Cargo .257
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Lights .144
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Power Seat Adjustments . 121
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Power Socket Locations . 139
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
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Protecting Children .34
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General Guidelines .34
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Protecting Inf ants .39
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Protecting Larger Children . 51
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Protecting Small Children . 40
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .48
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Using LATCH .43
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Radiator Overheating . 370
Radio/CD Sound .......................
System .159, 167, 174 .................
Rear Dif f erential Fluid . 386
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 337
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Rearview Camera Display . 240
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Rearview Mirror .133
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Rear (Back) Window . 129
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Reclining the Seat-Backs . 120, 121
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Remote Audio Controls . 203
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Remote Transmitter .110
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter . 325
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Fuses .376
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Light Bulbs .333
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Minder .311
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Timing Belt .333
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Tires .349
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Wiper Blades .343
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .22
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 404
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 251
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Reverse Gear Position . 270
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Rotation, Tire .348
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