2017 HONDA RIDGELINE navigation system

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
}

QUICK START
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AFETY
VOICE RECOGNITION QUICK START
Depending on how your car is equipped, you can use voice recognition to \
place phone
calls, adjust the audio and climate-control systems, work with the avail\
able navigation
system and more.
Use these tips for better voice recognition.
• Push the Talk button before giving a command
•
Microphones are near the rear-view mirror
•
Recognition works best in a quiet environment with windows closed
•
Speak in a clear, natural voice, while seated normally and looking ahead
For audio systems like this, begin here.
You can place phone calls using speed
dial with stored voice tags. To learn how
to create a speed dial entry, follow these
steps.
1.
Press the Phone button
2.
Select Phone Setup
3.
Select Speed Dial
4.
Select Add New
5.
Select an entry method
6.
Follow the prompts to create
a voice tag
See page 82 for expanded instructions
For audio systems like this, begin here.
1. Press the Talk button
ƒ The Voice Portal will appear on the
display
ƒThe portal displays the available
categories and commands
2.
Say one of the displayed items
ƒ You may have to drill down through
a category or two until you get to the
commands
See page 159 for expanded instructions
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important and operatin\
g this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards
associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore, you mu\
st use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them. Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help to keep
you and your passengers safe.
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Important Safety Precautions •
Always wear your seat belt.
•
Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
•
Be aware of airbag hazards.
•
Don’t drink and drive.
•
Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
•
Control your speed.
•
Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you fr\
om paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead \
to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
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Important Handling Information
Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designe\
d for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-hi\
ghway
driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrai\
n. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a higher center of gravity making it more \
su

sceptible
to tipping or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have \
a significantly
higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, \
an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a sea\
t belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
Follow these steps to access the voice-recognition system.

VEHICLE CONTROLS
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EHICLE CONTROLS
Customized Features
Use the Settings menu to customize certain features when the vehicle is \
stopped.
Models with color audio system
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
MENU/CLOCK button
Selector knob
1. Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK button.
2.
Select Settings.
3.
Select a setting option, and make your preferred changes.
4.
Press the Back button to exit the menus.
Models with touchscreen
Select items on the touchscreen to make selections.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2.
Select a setting option, and make your preferred changes.
3.
Press BACK to exit the menus.
Setting the Clock.
Adjust the time using the steps described for your system type.
Models with color audio system
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
1.
Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK button.
2.
Select Adjust Clock.
3.
Select the hour and adjust as necessary.
4.
Select the minutes and adjust as necessary.
5.
Select Set when complete.
6.
Press the Back button to exit the menu.
Models with touchscreen
Select items on the touchscreen to make selections.
1.
From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Clock/Info.
3.
Select Clock Adjustment.
4.
Adjust the hour and minute values.
5.
Select OK when complete.
On vehicles with navigation, the time is automatically set using GPS sig\
nals.

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
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UDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
n Changing Icon Order
You can change the order of the icons on the Home screen.
1.
From the Home screen, select and hold an icon to
enter the customization screen.
2.
Select and hold the icon you want to move and
slide it to a different position.
3.
Select OK when complete.
n Adding Apps or Widgets to the Home Screen
You can add apps or widgets to the Home screen for easy selection.
1.
From the Home screen, select and hold an empty
space.
2. Select Add App or Add Widget. The corresponding
Apps screen appears.
3. Select and hold the app or widget you want to add
to the Home screen. The customization screen
appears.
Select and hold.
4. Select and hold the app or widget and move it to
where you want.
Drag and drop.
5. Select OK when complete. Models with touchscreen
HondaLink®
Provides you with useful information about your vehicle directly from Ho\
nda.
To check phone compatibility, visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca
(Canada). Standard data rates may apply with your phone service provid\
er.
To get more information on HondaLink features and to download the app,
visit www.hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/hondalink (Canada).
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HondaLink Connection
Follow the steps below to connect to HondaLink and use its features.
1.
Download the HondaLink Connect app to your
compatible smartphone.
2. Pair your phone to Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see
page 85).
3. From the HOME screen, select HondaLink.
4.
Certain features require you to send vehicle information to Honda. Selec\
t Enable
Once, Always Enable, or Cancel.
n
HondaLink Menu
Select a menu option.
Places*: Display restaurants, gas stations, and other
locations. You can send a location to the navigation
system and set a route.
Vehicle: Get instructional messages when your vehicle
needs service.
Messages from Honda: Display helpful and important information from Honda.
Help & Support: Display tips for vehicle usage, get roadside assistance,
or contact customer service.
Weather: Display a weekly five-day weather forecast for any location.
*if equipped

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UDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the internet using Wi-Fi and use onli\
ne services
through the touchscreen. If your compatible phone has hotspot capabiliti\
es, the system
can be tethered to the phone. Follow the steps below to set up Wi-Fi whe\
n the vehicle is
stopped. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.
1.
From the Home screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
3.
Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, and select On.
4.
Select Wi-Fi Network List. Make sure your phone’s
Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
5.
Select the network you want to connect to the system.
If the phone you want to connect does not appear,
select Scan.
6.
Select Connect.
7.
Enter a password for your phone. Select OK.
The Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the list when
connection is successful.
Models with touchscreen
Apple CarPlay®
Connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system. You can use the
touchscreen to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. Visit the A\
pple CarPlay
website for more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone and launching any com\
patible apps.
1.
Connect the iPhone to the USB port (see page
56).
2.
Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle
information to Honda. Select Enable Once, Always
Enable, or Cancel. Your phone may prompt you to
allow access for CarPlay to be launched.
3.
From the HOME screen, select Apple CarPlay.
HOME screen
Apple CarPlay
4. Select a menu option.
Phone: Access your contacts, make phone calls,
or listen to voicemail. While connected to Apple
CarPlay, calls can only be made through Apple
CarPlay, not through Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.
Music: Play music stored on your iPhone.
Maps: View a map and operate navigation. You
can only use Apple CarPlay or the pre-installed
navigation system to set a destination with routing
guidance.
Messages: View and reply to text messages, or
have messages read to you aloud by the system. Apple CarPlay menu
Return
to HOME
screen
Return to Apple CarPlay menu screen
Once connected, press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel to operate the
system using voice commands with Siri® Eyes Free (see page 89).
Depending on use, Apple CarPlay can share certain vehicle information (\
e.g., vehicle location,
speed, and other operating conditions) with the connected iPhone. See A\
pple’s privacy policy for
details regarding Apple’s use and handling of data uploaded by CarPlay. Use of CarPlay is at user’s
own risk, and is subject to agreement to the CarPlay terms of use, which\
are included as part of
the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay vehicle integration is provided “\
as is,” and Honda cannot
guarantee CarPlay operability or functionality now or in the future due \
to, among other conditions,
changes in CarPlay software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompa\
tibility or obsolesce of
vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only us\
e CarPlay when conditions
allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or at owners.
honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warr\
anty terms.

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
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UDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchcreen
Android Auto™
Connect a compatible Android phone to the system. You can use the touchscreen to
make a phone call, listen to music, and more. Visit the Android Auto web\
site for more
information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone and
launching any compatible apps.
1.
Download the Android Auto app to your phone.
2.
Connect the phone to the USB port (see page 56).
The phone is automatically paired. A tutorial also
appears.
3.
From the HOME screen, select Android Auto.
4.
Android Auto requires you to send vehicle
information to Honda. Select Enable Once, Always
Enable, or Cancel.
HOME screen
Android Auto icon
5. Select a menu option. Maps (Navigation): View Google Maps and
operate navigation. You can only use this system
or the pre-installed navigation system to set a
destination with routing guidance. You cannot
enter destinations using the keyboard while the
vehicle is moving.
Phone: Make phone calls or listen to voicemail.
While connected to Android Auto, calls can
only be made through Android Auto, not through
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink®.
Home (Google Now): Display useful information
organized by Android Auto into simple cards
that appear only when needed.
Music: Play music from compatible apps. Select
this icon to switch between music apps.
Return to HOME screen: Go back to the vehicle
system HOME screen.
Voice: Use voice commands via Google Voice
Search to operate Android Auto. You can also
press and hold the Talk button on the steering
wheel (see page 80) to say voice commands.
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Depending on use, Android Auto can share certain vehicle information (e\
.g., vehicle location,
speed, and other operating conditions) with Google and its service prov\
iders. See Google privacy
policy for details regarding Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto. Use
of Android Auto is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto terms of
use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto application i\
s downloaded to the
user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided “as is,\
” and Honda cannot
guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future\
due to, among other
conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating system, s\
ervice interruptions, or
incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software.\
See dealer for details.
Only use Android Auto when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the
Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Can\
ada) for further license
and warranty terms.
When you first use Android Auto, a tutorial will appear on the screen.\
We
recommend you complete this tutorial while safely parked before using An\
droid
Auto.
NOTICE

AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
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UDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Compact Disc (CD)*
The system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC formats.
Insert a CD to begin automatic playback.
Source: Select the CD icon.
Folder: Change
the folder. Open/close: Display or hide the
track list.
Track: Change
the track. Press
and hold to
move rapidly
within a track.
MENU: Display
menu options,
including Music
Search.
n Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the CD
1.
From the audio screen, press MENU.
2.
Select Music Search.
3.
Select a folder.
4.
Select the track you want to play.
Do not use discs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged disc. Insertin\
g these
types of discs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Models with touchscreen
iPod®
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device to the
USB port (see page 56).
Source: Select the iPod icon. Open/close: Display or hide the track list.
MENU: Display
menu options,
including Music
Search. Song: Change
the track. Press
and hold to move
rapidly within
a track.
Play/pause
n Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the iPod.
1.
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on
the iPod.
2.
From the audio screen, press MENU.
3.
Select Music Search.
4.
Select a search option.
5.
Select the track you want to play.
On vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using Song
By Voice™ (see “Song By Voice™ Commands” on page 160).
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.