2014 HONDA RIDGELINE dimensions

How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other convenience
f eatures. A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you’re
planning to tow a trailer.
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uel
pump.
The Maintenance Minder shows
you when you need to take your
vehicle to the dealer for maintenance
service. There is also a list of things
to check and instructions on how to
check them.
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints. What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features Bef ore Driving
Driving
Maintenance
T echnical Inf ormation
Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only)
Index
Service Inf ormation Summary
T aking Care of the Unexpected
Overview of Contents
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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.
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Identif ication Numbers . 384
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Specif ications .386
DOT Tire Quality Grading ......................
(U.S. Vehicles) .388
Unif orm Tire Quality ..................................
Grading .388
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Treadwear .388
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Traction .388
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Temperature .389
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Tire Labeling .390
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal ............................
Explanation .392
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Emissions Controls .395
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The Clean Air Act .395
Crankcase Emissions Control ....................................
System .395
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .395
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .395
...
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 396
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PGM-FI System .396
Ignition Timing Control ................................
System .396 Exhaust Gas Recirculation
...................
(EGR) System . 396
Three Way Catalytic ...........................
Converter .396
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Replacement Parts . 396
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 397
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Emissions Testing .398
T echnical Inf ormation
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Specif ications
386
Air Conditioning
Dimensions
Capacities
Weights
Seating Capacities 206.9 in (5,255 mm)
77.8 in (1,976 mm)
70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) ND-OIL8
1,470 lbs (670 kg) 1,520 lbs (690 kg)
10,088 lbs (4,575 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
66.9 in (1,700 mm) 67.1 in (1,705 mm)
122.0 in (3,100 mm)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation. Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid
22.01 US gal (83.3
)
1.64 US gal (6.2)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.5 US qt (8.0)
2.79 US qt (2.64
)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.180 US gal (0.68
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
71.2 in (1,808 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
Maximum load limit
(Payload) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
3 2
5
Total
Front
Rear Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:
1:
2:
3:
Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
1: 2: On vehicles without moonroof
On vehicles with moonroof
RT, RTS, DX, VP, Canadian Sport models, and Touring model
without moonroof
RTL, U.S. Sport models, and Touring model with moonroof
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Technical Inf ormation

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Dashboard .3, 60
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Daytime Running Lights . 97
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Dead Battery .368
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 404
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Def rosting the Windows . 148, 155
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear . 386
....................................
Dimensions .386
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Dimming the Headlights . 95
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 329
..................................
Engine Oil .251
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Directional Signals .95
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 286
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Disposal of Used Oil .326
.
Door and Tailgate Open Monitor . 11
Doors Locking and ..............
Unlocking . 103, 104, 107
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Lockout Prevention . 103
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Power Door Locks . 103
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 388
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving .265
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Economy .252
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D3 .271 Dual-Action Tailgate
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Indicator .11, 115
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Operation .113
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 342
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Economy, Fuel .252
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Emergencies .357
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Battery, Jump Starting . 368
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Brake System Indicator . 374
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Changing a Flat Tire . 359
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Charging System Indicator . 372
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Checking the Fuses . 376
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 99
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 372
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 373
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Overheated Engine . 370
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Stuck Vehicle .381
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Towing .381
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Emergency Brake .132
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Emissions Controls .395
........................
Emissions Testing .398
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 76Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .63, 373
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Oil Lif e Display . 311, 315
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 372
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 324
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Overheating .370
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Specif ications .387
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Speed Limiter .273
.......................................
Starting .268
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Engine, if it won’t start . 367
Evaporative Emissions Control ........................................
System .395
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Exhaust Fumes .55
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .396
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
..........................
Fan, Interior .147, 154
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Features .145
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 246
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XMRadio .167
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Unleaded Gasoline .244
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 326
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WARNING, Explanation of . iv
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Warning Labels, Location of . 56
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Warranty Coverages .403
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 328
............................
Level Indicator .67
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Operation .94
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Wheels .345
...............
Adjusting the Steering . 99
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Wrench .362
Windows ................
Operating the Power . 128
Windshield ...........................
Def roster .148, 155
.......................................
Washers .94
...
Wiper Zone, Heated . 95,150, 156
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .343
.....................................
Operation .94
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Worn Tires .347
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 381
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Vanity Mirror .140
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 258, 386
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Vehicle Dimensions .386
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 384
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ....
Control (ESC), System . 288
.............
VSA OFF Indicator . 71,289
.......................
VSA OFF Switch .290
........
VSA System Indicator . 70, 289
.............................
Vehicle Storage .354
.....................................
Ventilation .149
.................................................
VIN .384
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Viscosity, Oil .324
Variable Torque Management
4-wheel drive system ...............................
(VTM-4
) .274
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VTM-4
Lock .274
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