HONDA RIDGELINE 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

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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-TYPE 3.1 or higher
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fl uid other than Honda
ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher may adversely affect the
operation and durability of your vehicle’s
transmission, and da mage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 or higher is
not covered by Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uBrake Fluid
Maintenance
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reserve
tank.
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, a message appears on the multi-information display.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified br ake fluid is not av ailable, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn
brake pads as soon as possible.
Reserve Tank
MIN
MAX
1 Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage y our vehicle’s paint. A
vinegar/water solution ca n damage the windshield
washer pump.
Use only commercially avai lable windshield washer
fluid.
Avoid prolonged use of hard water to prevent lime
scale build up.
Models without washer level sensor
Models with washer level sensor

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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 491
2. Remove the clips.
3. Remove the air intake duct.
High beam headlight:60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:
LED type
55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overhe at and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted.
However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or
by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bu lb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from c ontact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.Models with Auto high-beam system
Models without Auto high-beam system
ClipsDriver side

uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
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Maintenance
4. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
5. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
6. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it clockwise.
7. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
1Headlight Bulbs
Remove clip using phill ips-head screwdriver.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Center pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
TabCoupler
Bulb
Both sides

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uDaytime Running Lights and Parking Light Bulbs
Maintenance
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to
remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it clockwise.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Daytime Running Lights an d Parking Light Bulbs
Daytime running lights and parking lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Daytime running light bulbs and high beam headlight bulbs are the same.
2Headlight Bulbs P. 501
Parking light bulbs and front turn signal bulbs are the same.
2Front Turn Signal/Parking* and Fog Light Bulbs P. 504
Front Side Marker Lights
Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Hond a dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
■Low Beam Headlights1 Low Beam Headlights
Low beam headlights are LED type. Have an
authorized Honda d ealer inspect and replace the light
assembly.
Models with Auto high-beamModels without Auto high-beam
TabCoupler
Bulb
Models with LED type parking lights
Models without LED type parking lights
* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Parking* and Fog Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking* and Fog Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clip using a flat-tip screwdriver,
remove the bolt, and push up the under
cover.
2. Remove the coupler.
3. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Side Turn Signal*/Emergency Indicator Lights*
Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
Front Turn Signal/Parking* Light:28/8W (Amber)
Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
1 Front Turn Signal/Parking* and Fog Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the center
pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the center pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Push until the pin
is flat.
Bolt
Clip
Bulb
SocketBulb
Tab
Coupler
* Not available on all models

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove
the screws.
2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
3. Turn the socket co unter-clockwise and
remove it. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb and turn clockwise.
5. Slide the light assembly onto the guide on
the body.
6. Align the pins with the body grommets,
then push in until they fully seat.
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights
Brake/taillight and rear side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
Screws
Bulb
Socket Bulb
Socket

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the license plate light assembly by
pulling it towards you, and then pulling the
front edge upward.
2. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and
remove it. Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb and turn clockwise.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Lights:5W
Bulb
Socket

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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scra tch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, pry up on the
edge of the lock tab to release it. Wrap the
flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent
scratches.
Slide the holder off of the wiper arm.1 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
Lock Tab

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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
3. Slide the wiper blade out of the holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Remove the retainers from the wiper blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new wiper blade.
u Correctly align the wiper blade
protrusion and the retainer grooves.
5. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
6. Slide the holder onto the wiper arm, then
push down the lock tab.
7. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Wiper
Blade
Retainer
Wiper
Blade