2017 HONDA RIDGELINE lock

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your 2017
Honda Ridgeline. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and
convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get ass\
istance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs all models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not in yo\
ur vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent features and \
equipment that
are available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format. This infor\
mation can be
viewed on a computer (PC or Mac platform) and saved or printed for you\
r reference.
You can also visit owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request\
a complimentary printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within the first six months of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com and
create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a copy from \
your Honda dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our e\
nvironment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a considerable p\
ortion of the information typically found in a vehicle Owner’s Manual, we are further reducing our
impact on the environment.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfi ed with the information you receive, you can
call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 157).
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
VISUAL INDEX .............................................................. 1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ................... 1
Dashboard and Nearby Controls ............................ 3
PHONE PAIRING QUICK START
................................. 4
HANDS-FREE PHONE QUICK START
........................ 5
VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK START
........................ 6
SAFETY INFORMATION
.............................................. 7
Important Safety Information .................................. 7
Seat Belts ................................................................... 9
Airbags ...................................................................... 12
Child Safety .............................................................. 18
Safety Label Locations ........................................... 25
Reporting Safety Defects....................................... 25
INSTRUMENT PANEL
................................................ 26
Malfunction Indicators .......................................... 26
Condition Indicators ............................................... 28
On/Off Indicators ..................................................... 29
Multi-Information Display (MID).......................... 30
VEHICLE CONTROLS
.................................................. 31
Using the Remote Transmitter .............................. 31
Smart Entry System ................................................. 32
Tailgate and Trunk Operation ............................... 33
In-Bed Conveniences ............................................. 34
Door Operation ........................................................ 35
Power Window Operation .................................... 36
Power Moonroof Operation* ................................ 37
Interior and Exterior Lights ................................... 38
One-Touch Turn Signal .......................................... 39
Auto High Beam System* ...................................... 40
Wiper Operation ...................................................... 41
Adjusting the Seats ................................................ 43
Rear Seats ................................................................ 46
Driving Position Memory System* ...................... 47
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .............................. 47
Adjusting the Mirrors ............................................. 48
Homelink® Garage Opener* .................................. 49
Air Conditioning System* ..................................... 50
Climate Control System* ...................................... 51
Seat Heaters* .......................................................... 53
Customized Features .............................................. 54
Setting the Clock. .................................................... 55AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
....................................
56
Color Audio System ................................................ 60
FM/AM Radio ........................................................ 61
iPod® ...................................................................... 62
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 63
Bluetooth® Audio .................................................. 64
Touchscreen Operation ......................................... 65
HondaLink® ........................................................... 67
Wi-Fi Connection .................................................. 68
Apple CarPlay® ........................................................................\
....................... 69
Android Auto™ .....................................................70
FM/AM Radio ....................................................... 72
SiriusXM® Radio* ................................................. 73
Compact Disc (CD)* ............................................ 74
iPod® ...................................................................... 75
USB Flash Drive .................................................... 76
Bluetooth® Audio ................................................. 77
Pandora®* ............................................................. 78
Truck Bed Audio System* ................................... 79
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) ................. 80
Color Audio System ................................................ 80
Basic HFL Operation ............................................ 80
Pairing a Phone .................................................... 81
Making a Call ........................................................ 82
Touchscreen ............................................................ 83
Basic HFL Operation ............................................ 83
Pairing a Phone .................................................... 85
Making a Call ........................................................ 86
HondaLink Assist .................................................. 87
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail* .................... 88
Siri™ Eyes Free ...................................................... 89
NAVIGATION*
............................................................. 90
Entering a Destination ........................................... 92
Routing ...................................................................... 95
*if equipped

VISUAL INDEX
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ISUAL INDEX
Dashboard and Nearby Controls
u v w x y z  
uVehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF
button p. 110
Parking sensor system button* p. 118
Collision Mitigation Braking System
(CMBS) OFF button* p. 117
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
button* p. 116
Heated windshield button* p. 52
AC power outlet button* p. 34
Bed light button p. 39
vAudio controls p. 56
wHeated steering wheel button* p. 52
xVoice recognition button p. 80, p. 90
Phone/Back buttons p. 80
yHorn
zINFO/RESET buttons p. 30
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
button p. 115
Cruise control* p. 111
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* p. 112
}ENGINE START/STOP button p. 106
uPower window switches p. 36
Door lock switches p. 35
vDriving Position Memory System* p. 47
wFuel fill door button p. 123
xColor audio system* p. 60
Touchscreen* p. 65
Navigation system* p. 90
ySeat heater/ventilation buttons* p. 53
zClimate control system p. 51
Hood release handle p. 140
Parking brake p. 108
}Shifter p. 107
Intelligent Traction Management
button p. 109
~USB port p. 56
Accessory power socket p. 57
AUX input (in console) p. 57
u v w x y z
} ~
*if equipped *if equipped
}

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AFETY
n Safety Messages
When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close att\
ention.
DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
NOTICE This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your
vehicle, other property, or the environment.
n
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorle\
ss, odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your ve\
hicle and follow the instructions set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels of
carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: •
The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
•
The exhaust system may have been damaged.
•
The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airfl ow can pull e\
xhaust gas
into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive wi\
th the tailgate
open, open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown b\
elow.
1.
Select the fresh air mode.
2.
Select the mode.
3.
Set the fan speed to high.
4.
Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your \
parked vehicle with the engine running.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness
and even kill you. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you
to carbon monoxide.
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fi ll up with carbon mon\
oxide gas. Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage \
door is
open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags \
are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is \
equipped with
airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and wear
them properly.
n
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
All seven or eight seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat\
belts with
emergency locking retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you \
move freely while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden sto\
p, the retractor locks to restrain your body. The second- and third-row passenger’

s seat
belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.
The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enha\
nce safety.
The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moder\
ate to severe
frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not severe enough \
to inflate the
front airbags.
n
Proper Use of Seat Belts
Follow these guidelines for proper use: •
All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in t\
hat position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiv\
eness of
the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
•
Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm\
or
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
•
Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be\
very
seriously injured in a crash.
•
Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improv\
e
comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the pr\
otective
capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
•
Regularly check the condition of your seat belts. Check for frays, cuts,\
burns, and
wear, and that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily.
•
No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that do\
es not appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly
may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as\
soon as
possible.
WARNING
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injur\
y
or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them
properly.

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AFETY
Child Safety
Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are either
unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisions are\
the number one
cause of death of children ages 12 and under.
The National Highway Traffi c Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend
that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a rear sea\
t. Some states or
provinces/territories have laws restricting where children may ride.
To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian \
province and
territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained when\
they ride
in a vehicle.
n
Protecting Child Passengers
•
An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting i\
n the front seat.
•
A child in the front seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’\
s ability to safely
control the vehicle.
•
Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they \
are properly restrained in a rear seat.
•
Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrai\
ned in an
approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either\
the lap
belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
•
Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them \
in the event of a collision.
•
Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the bel\
t would likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
•
Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be ve\
ry
seriously injured in a crash.
•
Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjustments\
.
•
Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weath\
er when
the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could al\
so activate vehicle controls, causing it to move unexpectedly.
WARNING
Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously \
injured or killed in a crash.
Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a c\
hild
seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, usi\
ng a
booster seat if necessary.
WARNING
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck \
can
result in serious injury or death.
Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unuse\
d
seat belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
n Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the
infant reaches the seat manufacturer’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the
infant is at least one year old. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat
for a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a
rear
-facing seat.
Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear
seating position. Rear-facing child seats should never
be installed in a forward-facing position.
When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their\
seat-back
in the desired position. If this occurs, we recommend that you install t\
he child seat
directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed,
and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.
WARNING
Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious
injury or death during a crash.
Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.

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AFETY
n Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicate\
d by the child
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured
forward-facing child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing
child seat in a rear seating position.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.
WARNING
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seri\
ous
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle\

seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
n Selecting a Child Seat
Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a fl exible-type connector.
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child s\
eats can
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow\
the child
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions (including recommended expiration
dates) as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation \
is key to
maximizing your child’s safety.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for add\
ed security.
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they\
can be
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addit\
ion, the child
seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCHcompatible
seat once a child reaches a specifi ed weight. Please read the child s\
eat owner’s
manual for proper installation instructions.
Important considerations when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
•
The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
•
The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
•
The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. n
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat
A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in each of the second- and th\
ird row
seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rig\
id or flexible
type of connectors.
1.
Locate the lower anchors under the marks.
2.
Make sure there are no objects near the anchors
that could prevent a secure connection between
the child seat and the anchors.Mark s
Center position
3.
First, attach the tether strap hook to the center
tether anchor. Place the head restraint in its
lowest position, route the tether strap around the
upper guide. Then downward attach the strap
hook to the center tether anchor.Upper Guide
Center Tether Anchorage PointCenter position
All positions
4.
Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then
attach the child seat to the lower anchors
according to the instructions that came with the
child seat.
Rigid Type
Flexible Type
Lower Anchors
Outer positions
5.
Place the head restraint in its upper-most position.
Route the tether strap over the seat-back, through
the head restraint legs. Lift the cover, then route
the tether strap around the upper guide, then
downward to the tether anchor on the outside of
the seat bottom.
Upper Guide
Outer Tether Anchorage PointsOuter positions
All positions
6.
Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat manufacturer.
7.
Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by rocking it forward and b\
ack and
side to side; little movement should be felt.
8.
Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lo\
ckable
retractor is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and locked.

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AFETY
n Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt
1.
Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.
2.
Route the seat belt through the child seat
according to the seat manufacturer’s instructions,
and insert the latch plate into the buckle. Insert the
latch plate fully until it clicks.
3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the
way out until it stops. This activates the lockable
retractor.
4. Let the seat belt completely wind up into the
retractor, then try to pull it out to make sure the
retractor is locked. If you are able to pull the
shoulder belt out, the lockable retractor is not
activated. Pull the seat belt all the way out, and
repeat steps 3 – 4.
5.
Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the
buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from
the lap part of the belt. When doing this, place
your weight on the child seat and push it into the
vehicle seat.
6.
Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by
rocking it forward and back and side to side; little
movement should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lo\
ckable
retractor is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and locked.
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind
up all the way. n
Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is provided behind each second- and third-row s\
eating
position. If you have a child restraint system that comes with a tether \
but can be
installed with a seat belt, the tether may be used for additional securi\
ty.
1.
For outer positions: Raise the outer head restraint
to its highest position, then route the tether strap
between the head restraint legs. Lift the cover then
hook the tether strap through the upper guide, then
downward to attach at the anchor on the outside
of the seat bottom. Make sure the strap is not
twisted.

For the center position: Lower the center head
restraint to its lowest position, then route the
tether strap through the upper guide, then down
the back of the seat, and secure the tether strap
hook onto the anchor. Make sure the strap is not
twisted.Cove r
Outer Tether
Anchorage Points Upper Guide
Center Tether Anchorage Point
Outer Tether Anchorage Points Upper Guide
2. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child
seat manufacturer.Upper Guide
Center Tether Anchorage Point
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind
up all the way.

INSTRUMENT PANEL
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NSTRUMENT PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red \
and amber indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit whi\
le driving or at any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Ca nada
U.S.
Brake system
The brake fluid is low, or the brake system has a problem. Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake flui\
d level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift
the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle
repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood. Check the oil level, and add oil if necessary (see page 143). If the indicator does not turn off,
have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repa\
ired
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioner\
s.
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
*if equipped
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
The emissions control system may have a problem. Avoid high speeds. Have your vehicle repaired immediately. If the indicator blinks, a misfire in the
engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait for the engine to
cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*
There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehi\
cle is fitted with a spare tire.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system
There is a problem with the VSA or hill start assist system.
Canada U.S.
SYSTEMBrake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems.
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera or sensor is blocked.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*/Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera is blocked.
Blind spot information (BSI)*
There is a problem with the system, or the radar is blocked.
Electric power steering
There is a problem with the system. Stop the vehicle in a safe place, an\
d restart the engine.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)*
There is a problem with the system. If the indicator blinks, the differe\
ntial temperature is too high. Stop in a safe place, and let the engine idle u\
ntil the
indicator goes off.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
There is a problem with the system.
*if equipped

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EHICLE CONTROLS
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
RESET button
Info (/) buttons
Main display (also
shows odometer, gear
position, and outside
temperature)
Press the Info (/) buttons on the steering wheel to change displays. Press the
RESET button to enter menu selections when applicable.
Main display
Engine oil life Tire pressures Compass*
Turn-by-turn directions*
Distance, average fuel
economy, range, instant
fuel economy (Trip A)
Distance, average fuel
economy, range, instant
fuel economy (Trip B)
VEHICLE CONTROLS
Learn about the controls used for operating and driving the vehicle.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and trunk.
Models with remote engine start
Lock button: Press to
lock the doors and trunk.
Press again for audible
verification.
Engine button*: Press the
lock button, then press
and hold this button to
remotely start the engine
(see page 105). Unlock button: Press once to
unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all doors
and the trunk.
Panic button: Press to sound
the alarm for 30 seconds.
Press again to cancel.
Models without remote engine start
Lock button: Press to lock
the doors and tailgate.
Press again for audible
verification.
Unlock button: Press once to
unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all doors
and the tailgate.
Leaving the key or remote transmitter in the vehicle can result in theft\
or accidental
movement of the vehicle. Always take it with you whenever you leave the vehicle
unattended.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Panic button: Press to sound
the alarm for 30 seconds.
Press again to cancel.