automatic transmission fluid HONDA RIDGELINE 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 537
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 538
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 547
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 539
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 525
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 611
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda’s new vehi cle limited warranty.

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 L)
SpecifiedHonda All Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF-II)
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
Specified·Honda Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 L)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.88 US gal (7.13 L)
(change including the remaining 0.19 US gal
(0.72 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize245/60R18 105HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare Size
T165/90R17 105M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8JCompact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

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Index
Automatic Transmission........................... 441
Creeping ................................................. 441
Fluid ........................................................ 537
Kickdown ................................................ 441
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 584
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 443
Shifting.................................................... 442
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 203
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 106
B
Battery....................................................... 556
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 587
Jump Starting .......................................... 581
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 556
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 557
Bed Lights .................................................. 186
Indicator .................................................... 90
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ...................................... 175
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 486
Indicator .................................................... 87
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 222, 277
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 352, 377
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 490
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 492
Brake Assist System ................................. 493
Brake System Indicator............................... 74
Fluid ........................................................ 538 Foot Brake............................................... 491
Indicator............................................ 74, 589
Parking Brake .......................................... 490
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 74
Brake System Indicator (Red) ..................... 74
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 157
Bulb Replacement .................................... 539
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker
Light...................................................... 543
Daytime Running Light and Parking
Light...................................................... 541
Front Side Marker Light ........................... 541
Front Turn Signal/Parking and Fog Light...................................................... 542
Headlights ............................................... 539
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 544
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 544
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light ......... 543
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 542
Bulb Specifications ................................... 602
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 187
Carrying Cargo ......................... 413, 415, 418
CD Player ................................................... 262
Certification Label .................................... 604
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 539
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 587Child Safety
................................................ 55
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 123
Emergency Trunk Opener........................ 132
Child Seat ................................................... 55
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 57
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 58
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 63
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ........................................................ 60
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 57
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 59
Using a Tether .......................................... 65
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 123
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 561
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 559
Climate Control System ........................... 188
Changing the Mode................................ 188
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 558
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 189
Sensors ................................................... 194
Synchronized Mode ................................ 191
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 188
Clock ......................................................... 110
Coat Hook ................................................ 178

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Index
F
Features..................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 558
Oil ........................................................... 533
Flat Tire ..................................................... 569
Floor Mats ................................................. 560
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 537
Brake ....................................................... 538
Engine Coolant ........................................ 535
Windshield Washer .................................. 538
FM/AM Radio .................................... 214, 250
Fog Lights .................................................. 149
Indicator .................................................... 81
Folding Up the Rear Seat ......................... 166
Foot Brake ................................................. 491
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 45
Front Seats ................................................ 163
Adjusting ................................................. 163
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 450
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 514
Economy ................................................. 517
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Range ...................................................... 107
Recommendation .................................... 514
Refueling ................................................. 514
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 517 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 21, 515
Unable to Unlock .................................... 597
Fuses .......................................................... 591
Inspecting and Changing......................... 595
Locations................................. 591, 593, 594
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 517
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Information ............................................. 514
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Refueling................................................. 514
Gauges ...................................................... 103
Glass (care) ................................................ 563
Glove Box .................................................. 173
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 539
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 567
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 352, 377
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 366, 390
Caller’s ID Information............................. 364
Displaying Messages................................ 404
HFL Buttons..................................... 352, 377
HFL Menus ...................................... 354, 380
HFL Status Display ........................... 353, 379 In Case of Emergency ............................. 408
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 353, 379
Making a Call ................................. 371, 398
Options During a Call...................... 376, 401
Phone Setup ................................... 358, 385
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 394
Receiving a Call............................... 375, 401
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 402
Ring Tone ....................................... 364, 389
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 403
Speed Dial ...................................... 367, 391
To Clear the System ................................ 365
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 388
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 80
HD Radio
TM............................................... 250
Head Restraints ................................ 168, 169
Headlights ................................................ 146
Aiming.................................................... 539
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 151
Automatic Operation .............................. 147
Dimming......................................... 146, 150
Operating ............................................... 146
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 156
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 180
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 156
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 180
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 181, 182, 183

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 470
Indicator .................................................... 86
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 488
Language (HFL) ................................. 353, 379
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 60, 65
Lights ................................................. 146, 539
Automatic ............................................... 147
Bed.......................................................... 186
Bulb Replacement .................................... 539
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 150
High Beam Indicator .................................. 80
Interior .................................................... 171
Light Switches ......................................... 146
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................. 145
Load Limits ................................................ 415
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 111
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 123
From Inside .............................................. 121
From Outside ........................................... 114
Keys ........................................................ 111
Using a Key ............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
Low Battery Charge .................................. 587
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 587
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 80
Lower Anchors ...................................... 60, 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 603Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 415
Lumbar Support ....................................... 163M
Maintenance............................................. 519
Battery .................................................... 556
Brake Fluid .............................................. 538
Cleaning ................................................. 559
Climate Control System ........................... 558
Coolant ................................................... 535
Heating and Cooling System ................... 558
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 523
Oil ........................................................... 531
Precautions ............................................. 520
Radiator .................................................. 536
Remote Transmitter ................................. 557
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 539
Safety...................................................... 521
Service Items ........................................... 525
Tires ........................................................ 547
Transmission Fluid ................................... 537
Under the Hood ...................................... 527
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 588
Map Lights ................................................ 172
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 415
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161
Door ....................................................... 162
Exterior ................................................... 162 Interior Rearview ..................................... 161
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 565
Moonroof ................................................. 140
MP3 ........................................... 219, 262, 274
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 219, 262, 274
Multi-Information Display ....................... 104
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 512
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 604
O
Odometer................................................. 105
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 432
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 530
Adding ................................................... 532
Checking ................................................ 531
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 523
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 587
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 530
Viscosity.................................................. 530
Open Source Licenses .............................. 317
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 528
Moonroof ............................................... 140
Power Windows...................................... 136
Tailgate................................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 130
Outside Temperature Display ................. 106

620
Index
Shift Lever................................... 20, 442, 443
Does Not Move........................................ 584
Operation .................................. 20, 442, 443
Releasing ................................................. 584
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 20, 442
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 39
Side Airbags ................................................ 49
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 51
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 286
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 254
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 83
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ...................................................... 114
Snow Tires ................................................. 555
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 268
Spare Tire .......................................... 569, 603
Spark Plugs ................................................ 602
Specifications ............................................ 602
Specified Fuel .................................... 514, 602
Speedometer ............................................. 103
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 45
Starting the Engine .................................. 434
Does Not Start ......................................... 578
Jump Starting .......................................... 581
Remote Engine Start ................................ 436
Steering Wheel ......................................... 160
Adjusting ................................................. 160
Heater ..................................................... 180
Stopping .................................................... 503
Summer Tires ............................................ 555 Sunglasses Holder
..................................... 179
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 45
Indicator.................................................... 77
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 142
SYNC Mode ............................................... 191
System Message Indicator .......................... 82
T
Tachometer............................................... 103
Tailgate ..................................................... 128
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Outside Temperature Display ................... 106
Temperature Gauge ................................. 103
Temperature Sensor ......................... 106, 194
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 186
Time (Setting) ........................................... 110
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 482, 590
Tires ........................................................... 547
Air Pressure ..................................... 548, 603
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 547
Inspection ............................................... 547
Labeling .................................................. 548
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 569
Regulations ............................................. 550
Rotation .................................................. 554
Spare Tire ........................................ 569, 603
Summer .................................................. 555
Tire Chains .............................................. 555 Wear Indicators....................................... 552
Winter .................................................... 555
Tools ......................................................... 568
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 420
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 424
Load Limits ............................................. 420
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 431
Emergency .............................................. 596
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 482
Indicator ........................................... 80, 590
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 590
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 429
Transmission ............................... 20, 441, 442
Automatic....................................... 441, 442
Fluid ....................................................... 537
Number .................................................. 604
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Transmission Indicator............................... 76
Trip Meter ................................................ 106
Troubleshooting ...................................... 567
Blown Fuse ............................. 591, 593, 594
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 26
Emergency Towing ................................. 596
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 578
Noise When Braking ................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 585
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 569
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 26, 123
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 584
Warning Indicators.................................... 74