coolant temperature HONDA RIDGELINE 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the
battery.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the Battery P. 556
●Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator when the battery is not charging.●Turn off the climate control system*/heating and cooling
system* and rear defogger to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 587
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 524
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 585
* Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Multi-Information Display
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the power mode is in ON.
Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada).
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1Speedometer
Press and hold the RESET button until you hear a
beep when the blank appears on the multi-
information display.
The speedometer reading as well as the displayed
measurements will switch between mph and km/h.
The display change message will switch for a few
seconds.
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 585

uuHeating and Cooling System*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
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Controls
The heater uses heat from the engine coolant
to warm the air.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
switch.
2. Press the mode button to select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control switch.
■To rapidly warm up the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Select .
3. Set the temperature to maximum heat.
4. Press the button (indicator on).
■To dehumidify the interior
When used in combination with the heater , the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can pr event the windows from fogging up.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control switch.
2. Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.
3. Select .
4. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control switch.
■Heating1Heating
When you select , th e mode automatically
switches to fresh air.
1 To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.

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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uHonda App License Agreement
Continued
Features
E. Information Collection and Storage
1. Information Collection, Us e, Transmission and Storage of Data. Consent to Use of Data: You agree that HONDA and PROVIDERS may
collect and use your information gathered in any manner as part of product support services related to the SOFTWARE or related services.
HONDA may share such information with third parties, including, without limitation, PR OVIDERS, third party software and services
suppliers, their affiliates and/or their designated agents, solely to improve their products or to provide services or technolo gies to you.
HONDA, third party software and syst ems suppliers, their affiliates and/or their de signated agent may disclose this information to others,
but not in a form that pe rsonally identifies you.
2. Information Storage. Depending on the type of multimedia system you have in your VEHICLE, certain information may be stored fo r ease
of use of the SOFTWARE including, without limitation, search hi story, location history in certain applications, previous and saved
destinations, map locations within certain applicat ions, and device numbers and contact information.
(a) Vehicle Health Information. Your VEHICL E may remotely transmit information regardi ng the status and health of your VEHICLE
(“VEHICLE INFORMATION”) to HONDA without notification to you. VEHICLE INFORMATION may contain VEHICLE maintenance and
malfunction status that is derived from VEHICLE diagnostic data and includes, but is not limited to, status of powered doors and windows,
battery life data, battery charging data, VE HICLE speed, coolant temperature, air comp ressor revolution, output power, warning codes,
diagnostic trouble codes, fuel injection volume, and engine rota tions per minute. VEHICLE HEALTH INFORMATION may be used by HON DA
for research and development, to deliver HONDA SERVICES and informat ion to you, and to contact you, and is retained only for a period
of time necessary to fulfill these goals.
(b) VEHICLE Geolocation Data (non-navigation/map based). If you opt-in to geolocation-based SERVICES, your vehicle’s geolocatio n data
(latitude and longitude) will be automatically sent from your VEHICLE to HONDA and PROVIDERS.
(c) You understand that the inputting or uploading of information to your VEHICLE’s multimedia system or the SOFTWARE or SERVIC ES is
at your own risk and that HONDA is not responsible for unauthori zed access to or use of any personal or other information. All information
uploaded to the SOFTWARE and SERVICES may be stored on your VEHICLES’s multimedia system and you understand that the security and
safety of your VEHICLE’s multimedia system is your sole responsibility.

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the maintenance message in the
multi-information display, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 609.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) / 100,000 km (Canada).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uEngine Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Engine Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the
reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the
radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly.
1.Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 529
2.Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
3. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark,
add the specified coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
4. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Ho nda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Engine Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Honda engine coolan t is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout -31°F (-35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult a dealer for
details.
If Honda antifreeze /coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand non- silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda anti freeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the engine components.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle goes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, remove the engine compartment
cover then add coolant until it reaches
the MAX mark.
2Engine Compartment Cover P. 529
uIf there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
Reserve Tank
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Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 492
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 184
Accessories and Modifications ................ 565
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 177
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 457
Indicator ................................................... 85
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 535
Engine Oil ............................................... 530
Washer ................................................... 538
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 170
Front Seats.............................................. 163
Head Restraints ............................... 168, 169
Mirrors.................................................... 161
Rear Seats ............................................... 166
Steering Wheel ....................................... 160
Temperature ........................................... 106
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 480
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ....................... 188
Changing the Mode................................ 189
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 558
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 189
Sensor .................................................... 194
Synchronized Mode ................................ 191
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 188 Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System) ............... 195
Cooling ................................................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 198
Heating ................................................... 196
Air Pressure ....................................... 548, 603
Airbags ........................................................ 42
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 48
After a Collision ......................................... 46
Airbag Care ............................................... 54
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 45
Indicator .............................................. 52, 77
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 53
Sensors ...................................................... 42
Side Airbags .............................................. 49
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 51
All-wheel drive (AWD) Indicator ............... 83
AM/FM Radio .................................... 214, 250
Android Auto ............................................ 290
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 492
Indicator .................................................... 77
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 287
Armrest ..................................................... 170
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 205
Audio System ............................................ 200
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 212, 243
Audio/Information Screen ................ 208, 226
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 203
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout ................................................... 230 Closing Apps ........................................... 240
Display Setup .................................. 213, 244
Error Messages ........................................ 295
General Information ................................ 299
Home Screen........................................... 233
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 245
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 219, 262, 274
Playing a CD............................................ 262
Reactivating ............................................ 204
Recommended CDs ................................. 300
Remote Controls ..................................... 205
Security Code .......................................... 204
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 245
Status Area ............................................. 239
Theft Protection ...................................... 204
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 302
USB Port.................................................. 201
Wallpaper Setup.............................. 210, 231
Audio/Information Screen ............... 208, 226
Authorized Manuals ................................ 611
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 124
Customize ............................................... 341
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 151
Auto high-beam Indicator ......................... 81
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 155
Automatic Lighting .................................. 147

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 494
Indicator ............................................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 569, 603
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 109
Conversation Mirror ................................ 179
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 535
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 536
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 535
Overheating ............................................ 585
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 441
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 508
Cruise Control .......................................... 447
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 612
Customized Features ............................... 318
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 581
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 348
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 189, 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 605
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 146
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 531
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 145
Display Button .......................................... 226
Door Mirrors ............................................. 162
Doors ......................................................... 111
Auto Door Locking .................................. 124
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 124
Door Open Message ............................ 34, 91
Keys ........................................................ 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................ 14, 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................... 114
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 550
Driving ....................................................... 411
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 457
Automatic Transmission ........................... 441
Braking .................................................... 490
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 432
Starting the Engine .................................. 434
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 440
Driving Position Memory System ............. 158
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 558
E
ECON Button............................................. 444
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 87 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 80, 589
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 478
Emergency ................................................ 596
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 132
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 607
Engine ....................................................... 604
Coolant ................................................... 535
Jump Starting .......................................... 581
Oil ........................................................... 530
Remote Engine Start................................ 436
Starting ................................................... 434
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 529
Engine Coolant ......................................... 535
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 536
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 535
Overheating ............................................ 585
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 530
Adding .................................................... 532
Checking................................................. 531
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 523
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 587
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 530
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 142
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 80, 589
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 561
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 162

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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