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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Electric Power 
Steering (EPS) 
System Indicator
●Comes on when you set the 
power mode to ON, and goes off 
when the engine starts.
●Comes on if there is a problem 
with the EPS system.
●Stays on constantly or does not come on 
at all - Have your vehicle checked by a 
dealer.
2If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) 
System Indicator Comes On  P. 573
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds 
when you set the power mode to 
ON, then goes off.
●Comes on if the tire pressure of 
any of the tires becomes 
significantly low.
●Blinks for about one minute, and 
then stays on if there is a problem 
with the TPMS with Tire Fill 
Assist, or when a compact spare 
tire is temporarily installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe 
place, check tire pres sures, and inflate the 
tire(s) if necessary.
●Blinks and remains on - Have your vehicle 
checked by a dealer. If the vehicle is fitted 
with a compact spare, get your regular tire 
repaired or replaced and put back on your 
vehicle as soon as you can.
Turn Signal and 
Hazard Warning 
Indicators●Blinks when you operate the turn 
signal lever.
●Blink when you press the hazard 
warning button.
●Does not blink or blinks rapidly  - A turn 
signal light bulb has blown. Change the 
bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs  P. 526, 527
—
High Beam 
Indicator●Comes on when the high beam 
headlights are on.—— 

523Continued
Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover  P. 513
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
524
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 phillips head screwdriver.
Insert the clip with the  central pin raised, and push 
until it is flat.
Center pin
Push until the 
pin is flat.
TabCoupler
Bulb
Both sides 

525
uuReplacing Light Bulbs uDaytime Running Lights and Parking Lights
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  and Parking Lights
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. 523
Parking light bulbs and front turn signal bulbs are the same.
2Front Turn Signal/Parking* and Fog* Light Bulbs  P. 526
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 dealer in spect and replace the light 
assembly.
Models with Auto high-beamModels without Auto high-beam
TabCoupler
Bulb
Models with LED type daytime running lights
Models without LED type daytime running lights
* Not available on all models 

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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 Rating6019 lbs (2730 kg)*1
5710 lbs (2590 kg)*2
Gross Axle Weight 
Rating (Front)3131 lbs (1420 kg)*1
3042 lbs (1380 kg)*2
Gross Axle Weight 
Rating (Rear)3219 lbs (1460 kg)*1
3042 lbs (1380 kg)*2
Gross Combined Weight 
Rating 9987 lbs (4530 kg)*1
8201 lbs (3720 kg)*2
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)Charge Quantity20.3 – 22.0 oz (575 – 625 g)Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)Quantity7.5 – 8.7 cu-in (123 – 143 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 low beam headlights
*2: Models without LED low beam headlights
*3: Models with LED day time running lights
*4: Models without LED day time running lights
*5: Models with moonroof
*6: Models without moonroof
Headlights (Low Beam)LED*1
55 W*2 (H11)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights*35 W (H8)
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights*28/8 W (Amber)Parking Lights*LED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Daytime Running LightsLED*3
60W (HB3)*4
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)*LEDRear Side Marker LightsLED
Brake/Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21 W
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Lights 5 W
Bed LightsLED*1
3CP*2
Interior Lights
Front Map Lights LED*5
5 W*6
Rear Map Lights
5 W
Vanity Mirror Lights*1.4 W
Door Pocket Lights*LED
Beverage Holder Light*LED
Door Courtesy Lights*3.8 W
Door Inner Handle Lights*LED
Console Compartment Light 1.4 W
Glove Box Light 1.4 W
Foot Lights
*LED
* Not available on all models 

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Index
Automatic Transmission........................... 425
Creeping ................................................. 425
Fluid ........................................................ 521
Kickdown ................................................ 425
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 568
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 427
Shifting.................................................... 426
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 200
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 104
B
Battery....................................................... 540
Charging System Indicator .................  73, 571
Jump Starting .......................................... 565
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 540
Maintenance (Replacing)..........................  541
Bed Lights .................................................. 184
Indicator ....................................................  88
Belts (Seat) ..................................................  33
Beverage Holders ...................................... 173
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 470
Indicator ....................................................  85
Bluetooth ® Audio .............................  219, 274
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.............  337, 362
Booster Seats (For Children) .......................  67
Brake System ............................................. 474
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 476
Brake Assist System ................................. 477
Brake System Indicator...............................  72
Fluid ........................................................ 522 Foot Brake...............................................  475
Indicator............................................  72, 573
Parking Brake ..........................................  474
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................  72
Brake System Indicator (Red) .....................  72
Brightness Control  (Instrument Panel)....  155
Bulb Replacement ....................................  523
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker 
Light......................................................  527
Daytime Running Light  and Parking 
Light......................................................  525
Front Side Marker Light ...........................  525
Front Turn Signal/Parking and Fog  Light......................................................  526
Headlights ...............................................  523
High-Mount Brake Light ..........................  528
Rear License Plate Light ...........................  528
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light .........  527
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator  Light......................................................  526
Bulb Specifications ...................................  586
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ...............................  68
Cargo Hooks .............................................  185
Carrying Cargo .........................  397, 399, 402
CD Player ...................................................  259
Certification Label ....................................  588
Changing Bulbs ........................................  523
Charging System Indicator .................  73, 571Child Safety
................................................  53
Childproof Door Locks ............................  121
Emergency Trunk Opener........................  130
Child Seat ...................................................  53
Booster Seats ............................................  67
Child Seat for Infants ................................  55
Child Seat for Small Children ....................  56
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat 
Belt .........................................................  61
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child  Seat ........................................................  58
Larger Children .........................................  66
Rear-facing Child Seat...............................  55
Selecting a Child Seat ...............................  57
Using a Tether ..........................................  63
Childproof Door Locks .............................  121
Cleaning the Exterior ...............................  545
Cleaning the Interior ...............................  543
Climate Control System ...........................  186
Changing the Mode................................  186
Defrosting the Windshield and  Windows ..............................................  187
Dust and Pollen Filter ..............................  542
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............  187
Sensors ...................................................  192
Synchronized Mode ................................  189
Using Automatic Climate Control............  186
Clock .........................................................  108
Coat Hook ................................................  176 

600
Index
F
Features..................................................... 197
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 542
Oil ........................................................... 517
Flat Tire ..................................................... 553
Floor Mats ................................................. 544
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 521
Brake ....................................................... 522
Engine Coolant ........................................ 519
Windshield Washer .................................. 522
FM/AM Radio ....................................  211, 247
Fog Lights .................................................. 147
Indicator ....................................................  79
Folding Up the Rear Seat .........................  164
Foot Brake ................................................. 475
Front Airbags (SRS) .....................................  43
Front Seats ................................................ 161
Adjusting ................................................. 161
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 434
Fuel ......................................................  21, 498
Economy ................................................. 501
Gauge ..................................................... 101
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 105
Low Fuel Indicator .....................................  75
Range ...................................................... 105
Recommendation .................................... 498
Refueling ................................................. 498
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 501 Fuel Fill Door
......................................  21, 499
Unable to Unlock ....................................  581
Fuses ..........................................................  575
Inspecting and Changing.........................  579
Locations.................................  575, 577, 578
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy .................................................  501
Gauge .....................................................  101
Information .............................................  498
Instant Fuel Economy ..............................  105
Low Fuel Indicator .....................................  75
Refueling.................................................  498
Gauges ......................................................  101
Glass (care) ................................................  547
Glove Box ..................................................  171
H
Halogen Bulbs ..........................................  523
Handling the Unexpected ........................  551
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .......................  337, 362
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and  Call History ....................................  351, 375
Caller’s ID Information.............................  349
Displaying Messages................................  389
HFL Buttons.....................................  337, 362
HFL Menus ......................................  339, 365
HFL Status Display ...........................  338, 364 In Case of Emergency .............................  393
Limitations for Manual Operation ....  338, 364
Making a Call .................................  356, 383
Options During a Call......................  361, 386
Phone Setup ...................................  343, 370
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification...........  379
Receiving a Call...............................  360, 386
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail .............  387
Ring Tone .......................................  349, 374
Selecting a Mail Account.........................  388
Speed Dial ......................................  352, 376
To Clear the System ................................  350
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail  Options .................................................  373
Hazard Warning Button ..............................  4
Hazard Warning Indicator .........................  78
HD Radio
TM...............................................  247
Head Restraints ................................  166, 167
Headlights ................................................  144
Aiming....................................................  523
Auto High-Beam .....................................  149
Automatic Operation ..............................  145
Dimming.........................................  144, 148
Operating ...............................................  144
Heated Door Mirrors ...............................  154
Heated Steering Wheel ...........................  178
Heated Windshield Button ......................  154
Heater (Steering Wheel) ..........................  178
Heaters (Seat) ...........................  179, 180, 181