2019 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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This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
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. 299
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 349 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 352, 377
2 Driving P. 411
Before Driving P. 412 Towing a Trailer P. 420
Parking Your Vehicle P. 503Multi-View Rear Camera P. 512
2Maintenance P. 519
Before Performing Maintenance P. 520 Maintenance MinderTM P. 523
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 558
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 567
Tools P. 568 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 569
Overheating P. 585 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 587
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 597
2 Information P. 601
Specifications P. 602 Identification Numbers P. 604
Emissions Testing P. 607 Warranty Coverages P. 609

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P519)
Under the Hood (P527)
● 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 (P539)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P545)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P547)
● 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 wipe r 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 ............ 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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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 scratch 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.1 Changing 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 ....................... 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