2019 HONDA RIDGELINE snow chains

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uuWhen Driving uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*
Driving
■Roadway conditions
• Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscured lane marking, vehicle tracks,
reflected lights, road spray, high contrast).
• Driving on a road with temporary lane markings.
• Faint, multiple, or varied lane markings are visible on the roadway due to road
repairs or old lane markings.
• The roadway has merging, split, or crossing lines (e.g., such as at an intersection
or crosswalk).
• The lane markings are extremely narrow, wide, or changing.
• The vehicle in front of you is driving near the lane lines.
• The road is hilly or the vehicle is approaching the crest of a hill.
• Driving on rough or unpaved roads, or over bumpy surfaces.
• When objects on the road (c urb, guard rail, pylons, etc.) are recognized as white
lines (or yellow lines).
• When driving on roads with double lines.
■Vehicle conditions
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the headlights are not properly adjusted.
• The outside of the windshield is streake d or blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet
snow, etc.
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.
• The camera temperature gets too hot.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, comp act spare tire, etc.).
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heav y load or suspension modifications.
• When tire chains are installed.

uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
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Driving
The system may automatically shut off and the ACC indicator will come on under
certain conditions. Some examples of th ese conditions are listed below. Other
conditions may reduce some of the ACC functions.
2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 450
■Environmental conditions
Driving in bad weather (r ain, fog, snow, etc.).
■Roadway conditions
Driving on a snowy or wet roadway (obscure d lane marking, vehicle tracks, reflected
lights, road spray, high contrast).
■Vehicle conditions
• The outside of the windshie ld is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wrong sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, comp act spare tire, etc.).
• The camera temperature gets too high.
• The parking brake is applied.
• When the radar sensor cover is dirty.
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heav y load or suspension modifications.
• When tire chains are installed.
■ACC Conditions and Limitations1ACC Conditions and Limitations
The radar sensor for ACC is shared with the collision
mitigation braking system
TM (CMBSTM).
2 Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM)* P. 494
Do not put a sticker on the radar sensor cover or
replace the radar sensor cover.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if you find any
unusual behavior of the system (e.g., the warning
message appears too frequently).
If the front of the vehicle is impacted in any of the
following situations, the ra dar sensor may not work
properly. Have your vehi cle checked by a dealer:
•The vehicle mounted onto a bump, curb, chock,
embankment, etc.
•You drive the vehicle where the water is deep.
•Your vehicle has a frontal collision.
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system. 2 Front Sensor Camera
* P. 450
* Not available on all models

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uuBraking uAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Driving
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, an d helps you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distri bution according to vehicle loading.
You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pe dal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”
■ABS operation
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:
• Wet or snow covered roads.
• Roads paved with stone.
• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.
When the vehicle speed goes unde r 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.
■ABS1Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
NOTICE
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an
incorrect tire type and size.
When the ABS indicator comes on while driving,
there may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking is not affected, there is a
possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
The ABS does not reduce the ti me or distance it takes
to stop the vehicle. It only helps with steering control
during hard braking.
In the following cases, yo ur vehicle may need more
stopping distance than a vehicle without the ABS:
•When driving on rough road surfaces, including
when driving on uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow.
•When tire chains are installed.
The following may be observed with the ABS system:
•Motor sounds coming from the engine
compartment when the brakes are applied, or
when system checks are being performed after the
engine has been started and while vehicle is
accelerates.
•Brake pedal and/or the ve hicle body vibration when
ABS activates.
These vibrations and sounds are normal to ABS
systems and are no cause for concern.

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uuBraking uCollision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)*
Continued
Driving
■Vehicle conditions
• Headlight lenses are dirty or the h eadlights are not properly adjusted.
• The outside of the windshield is blocked by dirt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc.
• The inside of the windshield is fogged.
• An abnormal tire or wheel condition (wro ng sized, varied size or construction,
improperly inflated, co mpact spare tire, etc.).
• When tire chains are installed.
• The vehicle is tilted due to a heavy load or suspension modifications.
• The camera temperature gets too hot.
• Driving with the parking brake applied.
• When the radar sensor in the front grille gets dirty.

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and main tain sufficient distance between vehicles
when driving.
Be particularly careful wh en operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufactur er’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Super Z LT-ZT735
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipp ed with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.

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Index
Shift Lever................................... 20, 442, 443
Does Not Move........................................ 584
Operation .................................. 20, 442, 443
Releasing ................................................. 584
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 20, 442
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 39
Side Airbags ................................................ 49
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 51
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 286
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 254
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 83
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ...................................................... 114
Snow Tires ................................................. 555
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 268
Spare Tire .......................................... 569, 603
Spark Plugs ................................................ 602
Specifications ............................................ 602
Specified Fuel .................................... 514, 602
Speedometer ............................................. 103
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 45
Starting the Engine .................................. 434
Does Not Start ......................................... 578
Jump Starting .......................................... 581
Remote Engine Start ................................ 436
Steering Wheel ......................................... 160
Adjusting ................................................. 160
Heater ..................................................... 180
Stopping .................................................... 503
Summer Tires ............................................ 555 Sunglasses Holder
..................................... 179
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 45
Indicator.................................................... 77
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 142
SYNC Mode ............................................... 191
System Message Indicator .......................... 82
T
Tachometer............................................... 103
Tailgate ..................................................... 128
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Outside Temperature Display ................... 106
Temperature Gauge ................................. 103
Temperature Sensor ......................... 106, 194
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 186
Time (Setting) ........................................... 110
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 482, 590
Tires ........................................................... 547
Air Pressure ..................................... 548, 603
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 547
Inspection ............................................... 547
Labeling .................................................. 548
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 569
Regulations ............................................. 550
Rotation .................................................. 554
Spare Tire ........................................ 569, 603
Summer .................................................. 555
Tire Chains .............................................. 555 Wear Indicators....................................... 552
Winter .................................................... 555
Tools ......................................................... 568
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 420
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 424
Load Limits ............................................. 420
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 431
Emergency .............................................. 596
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 482
Indicator ........................................... 80, 590
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 590
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 429
Transmission ............................... 20, 441, 442
Automatic....................................... 441, 442
Fluid ....................................................... 537
Number .................................................. 604
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Transmission Indicator............................... 76
Trip Meter ................................................ 106
Troubleshooting ...................................... 567
Blown Fuse ............................. 591, 593, 594
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 26
Emergency Towing ................................. 596
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 578
Noise When Braking ................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 585
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 569
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 26, 123
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 584
Warning Indicators.................................... 74

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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 ....................... 219, 274, 302
USB Port .................................................... 201
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 604
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 478
Off Button .............................................. 479
System Indicator ............................... 78, 478
Ventilation ............................................... 195
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 530, 603
Voice Control Operation ......................... 246
Audio Commands ................................... 248
Climate Control Commands.................... 249
General Commands ................................ 249
Music Search Commands ........................ 249
On Screen Commands ............................ 249
Phone Commands .................................. 248 Useful Commands ................................... 248
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 247
Voice Recognition .................................... 246
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 478
W
Wallpaper......................................... 210, 231
Warning and Information Messages ......... 91
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 587
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 609
Watts ......................................................... 602
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 552
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 573
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 284
Window Washers ...................................... 154
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 538
Switch ..................................................... 154
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 136
Windshield ................................................ 154
Cleaning .................................................. 563
Defrosting ............................................... 198
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 189
Washer Fluid ........................................... 538
Wiper Blades ........................................... 545
Wipers and Washers ................................ 154
Winter Tires .............................................. 555
Snow Tires ............................................... 555
Tire Chains .............................................. 555 Wipers and Washers
................................. 154
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 155
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 545
Front ....................................................... 154
WMA ......................................... 219, 262, 274
Worn Tires ................................................ 547