headlight HONDA RIDGELINE 2021 (in English) Owner's Guide

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uDaytime Running Lights and Parking Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Daytime Running Lights and 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. 508
Parking light bulbs and front turn signal bulbs are the same.
2Front Turn Signal/Parking* Light Bulbs P. 511
Front Side Marker Lights
Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Fog Lights
Fog lights are LED type. Have an authoriz ed Honda dealer inspect and replace the
light assembly.
Models with LED parking lights
Models without LED parking lights
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The condition of the battery is monitored by a
sensor located on the negative terminal of the
battery. If there is a problem with this sensor,
the multi-information display will display a
warning message. If this happens, have your
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Check the battery termi nals for corrosion
monthly.
To access the battery terminals:
1. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 498
2.Remove the clips using a phillips-head scre wdriver, then remove the air intake
duct.
2 High Beam Headlights P. 508
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
•The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 208
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 116
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Models without navigation system

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuses in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 562
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the type A engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: Models with AWD
*2: Models with 2WD
■Air Conditioning
ModelRidgeline
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingSee the certification label
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Combined Weight
Rating U.S.: 10,031 lbs (4,550 kg)
*1
8,245 lbs (3,740 kg)*2
Canada: 4,550 kg
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 21.3 – 23.1 oz (605 – 655 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 7.75 – 9.34 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 1.0 US gal (3.8 L)
Canada: 1.4 US gal (5.3 L)
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with LED parking lights
*2: Models without LED parking lights
*3: Models with Truck Bed Audio System
*4: Models without Truck Bed Audio System
*5: Models with moonroof
*6: Models without moonroof
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog LightsLED
Front Turn Signal/Parking* Lights 28/8 W (Amber)Parking Lights*LED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Daytime Running LightsLED*1
60W (HB3)*2
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)*LEDBrake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Lights5 W
Bed Lights LED*3
5 W*4
Interior Lights
Front Map LightsLED*5
5 W*6
Rear Map Lights5 WVanity Mirror Lights*1.4 WDoor Pocket Lights*LEDBeverage Holder Light*LEDDoor Courtesy Lights*3.8 WDoor Inner Handle Lights*LEDConsole Compartment Light1.4 WGlove Box Light1.4 WFoot Lights*LED
* Not available on all models

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Index
Average Fuel Economy............................. 113
B
Battery....................................................... 525
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 557
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 552
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 525
Bed Lights .................................................. 193
Indicator .................................................... 95
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ...................................... 179
Blind spot information System ................ 420
Indicator .................................................... 92
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 259
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 329
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 73
Brake System ............................................. 468
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 470
Brake Assist System ................................. 471
Brake System Indicator............................... 78
Fluid ........................................................ 507
Foot Brake ............................................... 469
Indicator ............................................ 78, 559
Parking Brake .......................................... 468
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 78
Brake System Indicator (Red) ............. 78, 559
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 160
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 508
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker
Light ...................................................... 512 Daytime Running Light
and Parking
Light...................................................... 510
Front Side Marker Light ........................... 510
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light ................ 511
Headlights ............................................... 508
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 513
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 513
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light ......... 512
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 511
Bulb Specifications ................................... 574
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 399
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 194
Carrying Cargo ......................... 365, 367, 370
Certification Label .................................... 576
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 508
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 557
Child Safety ................................................. 59
Childproof Door Locks............................. 129
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Child Seat .................................................... 59
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants................................. 61
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 62
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................................................... 67 Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child
Seat ........................................................ 64
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 61
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 63
Using a Tether .......................................... 69
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 129
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 531
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 529
Climate Control System ........................... 195
Changing the Mode................................ 195
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 196
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 528
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 196
Sensors ................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................ 198
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 195
Clock ......................................................... 116
Coat Hook ................................................ 180
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 426
Indicator ............................................. 93, 94
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 539, 575
Console Compartment ............................. 178
Controls .................................................... 115
Conversation Mirror ................................ 181
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 504
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 505
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 504
Overheating ............................................ 555

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Index
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 394
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 477
Cup Holders .............................................. 179
Customer Service Information ................ 585
Customized Features ............................... 298
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 153
Dead Battery ............................................ 552
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 322
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 159
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 196
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 577
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 149
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 164
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 500
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 148
Display Button .......................................... 212
Door Mirrors ............................................. 165
Doors ........................................................ 117
Auto Door Locking.................................. 130
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 130
Door Open Message ........................... 36, 96
Key ......................................................... 117
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside................................ 16, 127
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 120 Lockout Prevention System ...................... 126
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 519
Driving ....................................................... 363
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 438
Automatic Transmission ........................... 394
Braking .................................................... 468
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 383
Shifting ................................................... 395
Starting the Engine .................................. 385
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 392
Driving Position Memory System ............. 161
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 528
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................. 403
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 92
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 85, 559
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 412
Emergency ................................................ 568
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 135
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 579
Engine Coolant ................................................... 504
If the Battery Is Dead ............................... 552
Oil ........................................................... 499
Remote Engine Start ................................ 387
Starting ................................................... 385 Engine Compartment Cover
.................... 498
Engine Coolant ......................................... 504
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 505
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 504
Overheating ............................................ 555
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 499
Adding .................................................... 501
Checking................................................. 500
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 491
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 557
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 499
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 145
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
Indicator............................................ 85, 559
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 531
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 165
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 528
Oil ........................................................... 502
Flat Tire ..................................................... 539
Floor Mats ................................................. 530
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 506
Brake ...................................................... 507

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Index
Engine Coolant ........................................ 504
Windshield Washer .................................. 507
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 236
Fog Lights .................................................. 152
Indicator .................................................... 86
Folding Up the Rear Seat ......................... 169
Foot Brake ................................................. 469
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 47
Front Seats ................................................ 166
Adjusting ................................................. 166
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 465
Fuel ...................................................... 23, 483
Economy ................................................. 486
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 114
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82
Range ...................................................... 114
Recommendation .................................... 483
Refueling ................................................. 483
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 486
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 23, 484
Unable to Unlock ..................................... 569
Fuses .......................................................... 562
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 567
Locations ......................... 562, 564, 565, 566
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 486
Gauge ..................................................... 110 Information ............................................. 483
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 114
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82
Refueling................................................. 483
Gauges ...................................................... 110
Glass (care) ................................................ 533
Glove Box .................................................. 177
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 508
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 537
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 329
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 342
Displaying Messages................................ 356
HFL Buttons............................................. 329
HFL Menus .............................................. 332
HFL Status Display ................................... 331
In Case of Emergency .............................. 360
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 331
Making a Call .......................................... 350
Options During a Call .............................. 353
Phone Setup............................................ 337
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 346
Receiving a Call ....................................... 353
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 354
Ring Tone................................................ 341
Selecting a Text/E-mail Message Account ................................................ 355
Speed Dial ............................................... 343 To Set Up Text Message/E-mail
Options ................................................. 340
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 6
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 85
HD Radio
TM............................................... 238
Head Restraints ................................ 171, 172
Headlights ................................................ 149
Aiming.................................................... 508
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 154
Automatic Operation .............................. 150
Dimming......................................... 149, 153
Operating ............................................... 149
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 159
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 187
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 159
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 187
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 188, 189, 190
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) .............................. 329
High Beam Indicator .................................. 85
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 391
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 323
Honda App License Agreement .............. 283
Honda Sensing ®................................ 24, 423
HondaLink ®............................................ 261
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Identification Numbers ............................ 576
Engine and Transmission ......................... 576
Vehicle Identification............................... 576