2019 HONDA RIDGELINE transmission oil

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Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Move the shift lever from
(D to (P.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in pa rticular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming th at Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in serious injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the shift lever position Indicator.
1When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops
completely.
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 520
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 521
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 522
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 523
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 527
Opening the Hood ........................... 528
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 529
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 530
Oil Check ......................................... 531
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 532
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...533 Engine Coolant ................................ 535
Transmission Fluid ............................ 537
Brake Fluid ....................................... 538
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 538
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 539Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 545
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 547
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 548
Tire Labeling .................................... 548
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 550Wear Indicators................................ 552 Tire Service Life ................................ 552
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 553
Tire Rotation .................................... 554
Winter Tires ..................................... 555
Battery ............................................... 556
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 557
Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 558Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 559
Exterior Care.................................... 561
Accessories and Modifications ........ 565
* 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 transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 537
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 538
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 547
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 539
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
■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 ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the mult i-information display.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 525
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. 611
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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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the maintenance message in the
multi-information display, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 609.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) / 100,000 km (Canada).
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fl uid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Washer Fluid
Radiator Cap
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange) Engine Oil Fill Cap
Battery
Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 L)
SpecifiedHonda All Wheel Drive Fluid (DPSF-II)
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
Specified·Honda Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 L)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.88 US gal (7.13 L)
(change including the remaining 0.19 US gal
(0.72 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize245/60R18 105HPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])
Compact
Spare Size
T165/90R17 105M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8JCompact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 494
Indicator ............................................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 569, 603
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 109
Conversation Mirror ................................ 179
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 535
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 536
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 535
Overheating ............................................ 585
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 441
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 508
Cruise Control .......................................... 447
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 612
Customized Features ............................... 318
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 581
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 348
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 189, 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 605
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 146
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 531
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 145
Display Button .......................................... 226
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 ........................ 550
Driving ....................................................... 411
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 457
Automatic Transmission ........................... 441
Braking .................................................... 490
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 432
Starting the Engine .................................. 434
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 440
Driving Position Memory System ............. 158
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 558
E
ECON Button............................................. 444
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 87 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 80, 589
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 478
Emergency ................................................ 596
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 132
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 607
Engine ....................................................... 604
Coolant ................................................... 535
Jump Starting .......................................... 581
Oil ........................................................... 530
Remote Engine Start................................ 436
Starting ................................................... 434
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 529
Engine Coolant ......................................... 535
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 536
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 535
Overheating ............................................ 585
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 530
Adding .................................................... 532
Checking................................................. 531
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 523
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 587
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 530
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 142
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 80, 589
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 561
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 162

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Index
F
Features..................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 558
Oil ........................................................... 533
Flat Tire ..................................................... 569
Floor Mats ................................................. 560
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 537
Brake ....................................................... 538
Engine Coolant ........................................ 535
Windshield Washer .................................. 538
FM/AM Radio .................................... 214, 250
Fog Lights .................................................. 149
Indicator .................................................... 81
Folding Up the Rear Seat ......................... 166
Foot Brake ................................................. 491
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 45
Front Seats ................................................ 163
Adjusting ................................................. 163
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 450
Fuel ...................................................... 21, 514
Economy ................................................. 517
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Range ...................................................... 107
Recommendation .................................... 514
Refueling ................................................. 514
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 517 Fuel Fill Door
...................................... 21, 515
Unable to Unlock .................................... 597
Fuses .......................................................... 591
Inspecting and Changing......................... 595
Locations................................. 591, 593, 594
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 517
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Information ............................................. 514
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 107
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 77
Refueling................................................. 514
Gauges ...................................................... 103
Glass (care) ................................................ 563
Glove Box .................................................. 173
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 539
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 567
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 352, 377
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 366, 390
Caller’s ID Information............................. 364
Displaying Messages................................ 404
HFL Buttons..................................... 352, 377
HFL Menus ...................................... 354, 380
HFL Status Display ........................... 353, 379 In Case of Emergency ............................. 408
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 353, 379
Making a Call ................................. 371, 398
Options During a Call...................... 376, 401
Phone Setup ................................... 358, 385
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 394
Receiving a Call............................... 375, 401
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 402
Ring Tone ....................................... 364, 389
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 403
Speed Dial ...................................... 367, 391
To Clear the System ................................ 365
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 388
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 80
HD Radio
TM............................................... 250
Head Restraints ................................ 168, 169
Headlights ................................................ 146
Aiming.................................................... 539
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