2018 HONDA RIDGELINE wiper blades

Contents
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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
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represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
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Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 29
For Safe Driving P. 30 Seat Belts P. 35 Airbags P. 42
2Instrument Panel P. 73
Indicators P. 74 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 103
2Controls P. 109
Clock P. 110 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 111
Security System P. 133 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 136
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 161 Adjusting the Seats P. 163
Heating and Cooling System
* P. 195
2 Features P. 199
Audio System P. 200
General Information on the Audio System P. 298
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 348 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 351, 376
2 Driving P. 409
Before Driving P. 410 Towing a Trailer P. 418
Parking Your Vehicle P. 501Multi-View Rear Camera P. 510
2Maintenance P. 517
Before Performing Maintenance P. 518 Maintenance MinderTM P. 521
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 543
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 556
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 565
Tools P. 566 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 567
Overheating P. 583 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 585
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 595
2 Information P. 599
Specifications P. 600 Identification Numbers P. 602
Emissions Testing P. 605 Warranty Coverages P. 607

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P517)
Under the Hood (P525)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P537)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P543)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P545)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO, HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ri ng to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1 : Models with manual intermittent operation
*2 : Models with automatic intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defrost er and heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the wipers st op operating due to an obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place as soon as possible.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 518
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 519
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 520
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 521
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 525
Opening the Hood ........................... 526
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 527
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 528
Oil Check ......................................... 529
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 530
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...531 Engine Coolant ................................ 533
Transmission Fluid ............................ 535
Brake Fluid ....................................... 536
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 536
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 537Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 543
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 545
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 546
Tire Labeling .................................... 546
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 548Wear Indicators................................ 550 Tire Service Life ................................ 550
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 551
Tire Rotation .................................... 552
Winter Tires ..................................... 553
Battery ............................................... 554
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 555
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 556Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 557
Exterior Care.................................... 559
Accessories and Modifications ........ 563
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2 Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 535
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 536
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 545
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 537
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 543
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 523
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 609
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models

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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scra tch the window glass.
Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Using a flat-tip screwdriver, pry up on the
edge of the lock tab to release it. Wrap the
flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent
scratches.
Slide the blade off of the wiper arm.1Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab

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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
4. Remove the retainers from the wiper blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new wiper blade.
u Correctly align the wiper blade
protrusion and the retainer grooves.
5. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
6. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
7. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Wiper
Blade
Retainer
Wiper
Blade

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Index
Trunk........................................................ 130
Lid .......................................................... 130
Main Switch............................................ 131
Turn Signals .............................................. 145
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 80
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 107
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 114
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................. 14, 121
USB Flash Drives ....................... 218, 273, 301
USB Port .................................................... 201
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 602
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 476
Off Button .............................................. 477
System Indicator ............................... 78, 476
Ventilation ............................................... 195
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 528, 601
Voice Control Operation ......................... 245
Audio Commands ................................... 247
Climate Control Commands.................... 248
General Commands ................................ 248
Music Search Commands ........................ 248
On Screen Commands ............................ 248
Phone Commands .................................. 247 Useful Commands ................................... 247
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 246
Voice Recognition .................................... 245
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 476
W
Wallpaper......................................... 209, 230
Warning and Information Messages ......... 91
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 585
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 607
Watts ......................................................... 600
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 550
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 571
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 283
Window Washers ...................................... 154
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 536
Switch ..................................................... 154
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 136
Windshield ................................................ 154
Cleaning .................................................. 561
Defrosting ............................................... 198
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 189
Washer Fluid ........................................... 536
Wiper Blades ........................................... 543
Wipers and Washers ................................ 154
Winter Tires .............................................. 553
Snow Tires ............................................... 553
Tire Chains .............................................. 553 Wipers and Washers
................................. 154
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 155
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 543
Front ....................................................... 154
WMA ......................................... 218, 261, 273
Worn Tires ................................................ 545