2018 HONDA RIDGELINE lights

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Box
Fuse Label
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1DR P/W20 A
2DOOR LOCK20 A
3SMART7.5 A
4AS P/W20 A
5FR ACC SOCKET20 A
6FUEL PUMP20 A
7ACG15 A
8FRONT WIPER7.5 A
9ABS/VSA7.5 A
10SRS10 A
11REAR LEFT P/W20 A
12BACK P/W(20 A)
13REAR RIGHT P/W20 A
14S/R FUEL LID20 A
15DR P/SEAT (REC)(20 A)
16CARGO LT7.5 A
17FR SEAT HEATER(20 A)
18INTR LT7.5 A
19DR REAR DOOR UNLOCK10 A
20AS SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
21DRL7.5 A
22KEY LOCK7.5 A
23A/C7.5 A
24IG1a FEED BACK7.5 A
25INST PANEL LIGHTS7.5 A
26LUMBAR SUPPORT(7.5 A)
27PARKING LIGHTS7.5 A
28OPTION10 A
29METER7.5 A
30−−
31MISS SOL7.5 A
32SRS7.5 A
33AS SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
34DR DOOR LOCK10 A
35DR DOOR UNLOCK10 A
36DR P/SEAT (SLIDE)(20 A)
37RIGHT H/L HI10 A
38LEFT H/L HI10 A
39IG1b FEED BACK7.5 A
40ACC7.5 A
41DR REAR DOOR LOCK10 A
42−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse 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 fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.1 Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 589 to P. 592.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box located on the passenger’s side.
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 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........................... 439
Creeping ................................................. 439
Fluid ........................................................ 535
Kickdown ................................................ 439
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 582
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 441
Shifting.................................................... 440
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 202
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 106
B
Battery....................................................... 554
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 585
Jump Starting .......................................... 579
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 554
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 555
Bed Lights .................................................. 186
Indicator .................................................... 90
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ...................................... 175
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 484
Indicator .................................................... 87
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 221, 276
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 351, 376
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 488
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 490
Brake Assist System ................................. 491
Brake System Indicator............................... 74
Fluid ........................................................ 536 Foot Brake............................................... 489
Indicator............................................ 74, 587
Parking Brake .......................................... 488
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 74
Brake System Indicator (Red) ..................... 74
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 157
Bulb Replacement .................................... 537
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker
Light...................................................... 541
Daytime Running Light and Parking
Light...................................................... 539
Front Side Marker Light ........................... 539
Front Turn Signal/Parking and Fog Light...................................................... 540
Headlights ............................................... 537
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 542
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 542
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light ......... 541
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 540
Bulb Specifications ................................... 600
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 187
Carrying Cargo ......................... 411, 413, 416
CD Player ................................................... 261
Certification Label .................................... 602
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 537
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 585Child Safety
................................................ 55
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 123
Emergency Trunk Opener........................ 132
Child Seat ................................................... 55
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 57
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 58
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 63
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ........................................................ 60
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 57
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 59
Using a Tether .......................................... 65
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 123
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 559
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 557
Climate Control System ........................... 188
Changing the Mode................................ 188
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 556
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 189
Sensors ................................................... 194
Synchronized Mode ................................ 191
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 188
Clock ......................................................... 110
Coat Hook ................................................ 178

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 492
Indicator ............................................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 567, 601
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 109
Conversation Mirror ................................ 179
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 439
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 506
Cruise Control .......................................... 445
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 610
Customized Features ............................... 317
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 579
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 347
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 189, 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 603
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 146
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 529
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 145
Display Button .......................................... 225
Door Mirrors ............................................. 162
Doors ......................................................... 111
Auto Door Locking .................................. 124
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 124
Door Open Message ............................ 34, 91
Keys ........................................................ 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................ 14, 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................... 114
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 548
Driving ....................................................... 409
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 455
Automatic Transmission ........................... 439
Braking .................................................... 488
Cruise Control ......................................... 445
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 430
Starting the Engine .................................. 432
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 438
Driving Position Memory System ............. 158
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 556
E
ECON Button............................................. 442
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 87 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 80, 587
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 476
Emergency ................................................ 594
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 132
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 605
Engine ....................................................... 602
Coolant ................................................... 533
Jump Starting .......................................... 579
Oil ........................................................... 528
Remote Engine Start................................ 434
Starting ................................................... 432
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 527
Engine Coolant ......................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 528
Adding .................................................... 530
Checking................................................. 529
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 521
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 528
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 142
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 80, 587
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 559
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 162

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Index
F
Features..................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 556
Oil ........................................................... 531
Flat Tire ..................................................... 567
Floor Mats ................................................. 558
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 535
Brake ....................................................... 536
Engine Coolant ........................................ 533
Windshield Washer .................................. 536
FM/AM Radio .................................... 213, 249
Fog Lights .................................................. 149
Indicator .................................................... 81
Folding Up the Rear Seat ......................... 166
Foot Brake ................................................. 489
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 45
Front Seats ................................................ 163
Adjusting ................................................. 163
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 448
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 512
Economy ................................................. 515
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Range ...................................................... 107
Recommendation .................................... 512
Refueling ................................................. 512
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 515 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 21, 513
Unable to Unlock .................................... 595
Fuses .......................................................... 589
Inspecting and Changing......................... 593
Locations................................. 589, 591, 592
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 515
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Information ............................................. 512
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Refueling................................................. 512
Gauges ...................................................... 103
Glass (care) ................................................ 561
Glove Box .................................................. 173
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 537
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 565
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 351, 376
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 365, 389
Caller’s ID Information............................. 363
Displaying Messages................................ 403
HFL Buttons..................................... 351, 376
HFL Menus ...................................... 353, 379
HFL Status Display ........................... 352, 378 In Case of Emergency ............................. 407
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 352, 378
Making a Call ................................. 370, 397
Options During a Call...................... 375, 400
Phone Setup ................................... 357, 384
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 393
Receiving a Call............................... 374, 400
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 401
Ring Tone ....................................... 363, 388
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 402
Speed Dial ...................................... 366, 390
To Clear the System ................................ 364
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 387
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 80
HD Radio
TM............................................... 249
Head Restraints ................................ 168, 169
Headlights ................................................ 146
Aiming.................................................... 537
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 151
Automatic Operation .............................. 147
Dimming......................................... 146, 150
Operating ............................................... 146
Heated Door Mirrors ............................... 156
Heated Steering Wheel ........................... 180
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 156
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 180
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 181, 182, 183

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Index
Heating and Cooling System................... 195
Cooling................................................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 198
Heating................................................... 196
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 351, 376
High Beam Indicator .................................. 80
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 437
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 348
Honda App License Agreement .............. 302
Honda Sensing
TM........................................ 22
HondaLink® .............................................. 278
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 602
Engine and Transmission ......................... 602
Vehicle Identification............................... 602
Illumination Control ................................ 157
Button .................................................... 157
Immobilizer System .................................. 133
Indicator ................................................... 81
In-Bed Box ................................................ 184
Indicators .................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).................. 85
All-wheel drive (AWD)............................... 83
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 77
Auto high-beam ....................................... 81
Bed Lights On ........................................... 90
Blind spot information (BSI) ............... 87, 485
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 74 Charging System ............................... 75, 585
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 88, 89
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 82, 446
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 82, 445
ECON Mode .............................................. 87
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System............................................. 80, 587
Fog Lights .................................................. 81
High Beam ................................................ 80
Immobilizer System .................................... 81
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 86, 470
Lights On ................................................... 81
Low Fuel .................................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 75, 585
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 80, 588
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 75, 586
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)................................................ 74, 587
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 84
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 36, 76
Security System Alarm ............................... 82
Shift Lever Position .................................... 76
Smart Entry System .................................... 83
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 52, 77
System Message ........................................ 82
Transmission .............................................. 76
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............... 80
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF ............ 477
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System............................................. 78, 476 Information
.............................................. 599
Information Button .................................. 104
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 107
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control................................... 157
Intelligent Traction Management System ..................................................... 443
Intelligent VTM4 (i-VTM4) ....................... 479
Interior Lights ........................................... 171
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 161
iPhone ....................................................... 301
iPod ........................................... 215, 264, 301
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 571
Jump Starting ........................................... 579
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 112
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 120
Keys ........................................................... 111
Lockout Prevention.................................. 120
Number Tag ............................................ 112
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 123
Remote Transmitter ................................. 119
Types and Functions ................................ 111
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 439

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 468
Indicator .................................................... 86
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 486
Language (HFL) ................................. 352, 378
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 60, 65
Lights ................................................. 146, 537
Automatic ............................................... 147
Bed.......................................................... 186
Bulb Replacement .................................... 537
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 150
High Beam Indicator .................................. 80
Interior .................................................... 171
Light Switches ......................................... 146
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................. 145
Load Limits ................................................ 413
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 111
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 124
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 123
From Inside .............................................. 121
From Outside ........................................... 114
Keys ........................................................ 111
Using a Key ............................................. 120
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
Low Battery Charge .................................. 585
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 77
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 80
Lower Anchors ...................................... 60, 65
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 601Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 413
Lumbar Support ....................................... 163M
Maintenance............................................. 517
Battery .................................................... 554
Brake Fluid .............................................. 536
Cleaning ................................................. 557
Climate Control System ........................... 556
Coolant ................................................... 533
Heating and Cooling System ................... 556
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 521
Oil ........................................................... 529
Precautions ............................................. 518
Radiator .................................................. 534
Remote Transmitter ................................. 555
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 537
Safety...................................................... 519
Service Items ........................................... 523
Tires ........................................................ 545
Transmission Fluid ................................... 535
Under the Hood ...................................... 525
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 586
Map Lights ................................................ 172
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 413
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 103
Mirrors ...................................................... 161
Adjusting ................................................ 161
Door ....................................................... 162
Exterior ................................................... 162 Interior Rearview ..................................... 161
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 563
Moonroof ................................................. 140
MP3 ........................................... 218, 261, 273
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 218, 261, 273
Multi-Information Display ....................... 104
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 510
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 602
O
Odometer................................................. 105
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 430
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 528
Adding ................................................... 530
Checking ................................................ 529
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 521
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 528
Viscosity.................................................. 528
Open Source Licenses .............................. 316
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 526
Moonroof ............................................... 140
Power Windows...................................... 136
Tailgate................................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 130
Outside Temperature Display ................. 106