2020 HONDA RIDGELINE battery replacement

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey
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Controls
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors or open the trunk when the smart entry
remote battery becomes weak or the power
door lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push th e built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Built-in Key
Release Knob Built-in Key
■Key Number Tag1
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer. If you lose your key and you cannot start the
engine, contact a dealer.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 482
Safety When Performing Maintenance ... 483
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 484
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 485
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .... 489
Opening the Hood ........................... 490
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 491
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 492
Oil Check ......................................... 493
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 494
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...495 Engine Coolant ................................ 497
Transmission Fluid ............................ 499
Brake Fluid ....................................... 500
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 500
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 501Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 507
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 509
Tire and Loading Information Label ... 510
Tire Labeling .................................... 510
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .... 512Wear Indicators................................ 514 Tire Service Life ................................ 514
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 515
Tire Rotation .................................... 516
Winter Tires ..................................... 517
Battery ............................................... 518
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 520
Climate Control System Maintenance.......521CleaningInterior Care .................................... 522
Exterior Care.................................... 524
Accessories and Modifications ........ 528

518
Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The condition of the battery is monitored by a
sensor located on the negative terminal of the
battery. If there is a problem with this sensor,
the multi-information display will display a
warning message. If this happens, have your
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
To access the battery terminals:
1. Remove the engine compartment cover.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 491
2.Remove the clips using a ph illips-head screwdriver, then remove the air intake
duct.
2 High Beam Headlight P. 501
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
•The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 200
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 112
1Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Models without navigation system

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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when th e button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the smart entry remote.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Smart Entry Remote
1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.Battery type: CR2032
Battery

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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from your dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
■EPA Contact Information
An owner may obtain further information concerning emission warranties or report
violations of the terms of the emission warranties by contacting:
Director,
Light-Duty Vehicle Center,
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
Attention: Warranty Claim
2000 Traverwood Drive,
Ann Arbor, MI 48105;
[email protected]

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Index
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 199
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 109
B
Battery....................................................... 518
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 551
Jump Starting .......................................... 546
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 518
Bed Lights .................................................. 185
Indicator .................................................... 91
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 35
Beverage Holders ...................................... 175
Blind spot information System ................ 412
Indicator .................................................... 88
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 254
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 323
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 462
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 464
Brake Assist System ................................. 465
Brake System Indicator............................... 74
Fluid ........................................................ 500
Foot Brake ............................................... 463
Indicator ............................................ 74, 553
Parking Brake .......................................... 462
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ................ 74
Brake System Indicator (Red) ............. 74, 553
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 156Bulb Replacement
.................................... 501
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker
Light...................................................... 505
Daytime Running Light and Parking
Light...................................................... 503
Front Side Marker Light ........................... 503
Front Turn Signal/Parking and Fog Light...................................................... 504
Headlights ............................................... 501
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 506
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 506
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light ......... 505
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light...................................................... 504
Bulb Specifications ................................... 568
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 392
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 186
Carrying Cargo ......................... 359, 361, 364
CD Player ................................................... 239
Certification Label .................................... 570
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 501
Charging System Indicator ................. 75, 551
Child Safety ................................................. 55
Childproof Door Locks............................. 125
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 131 Child Seat
................................................... 55
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 57
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 58
Installing a Child Seat with 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 ............................. 125
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 524
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 522
Climate Control System ........................... 187
Changing the Mode................................ 187
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 188
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 521
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 188
Sensors ................................................... 193
Synchronized Mode ................................ 190
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 187
Clock ......................................................... 112
Coat Hook ................................................ 176
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 420
Indicator ............................................. 89, 90
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 533, 569
Console Compartment ............................. 174

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 445
Indicator .............................................. 87, 88
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 415
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 60, 65
Lights ................................................. 145, 501
Auto High Beam ...................................... 150
Automatic ............................................... 146
Bed.......................................................... 185
Bulb Replacement .................................... 501
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 149
Fog Lights ................................................ 148
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
Interior .................................................... 171
Light Switches ......................................... 145
Lights On Indicator .................................... 82
Turn Signals ............................................. 144
Load Limits ................................................ 361
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 113
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 126
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 125
From Inside .............................................. 123
From Outside ........................................... 116
Key .......................................................... 113
Using a Key ............................................. 122
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 122
Low Battery Charge .................................. 551
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 551
Low Tire Pressure Indicator ........................ 81
Lower Anchors ............................................ 60 Lubricant Specifications Chart
................. 569
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 361
Lumbar Support ....................................... 162
M
M (sequential mode) Indicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection Indicator ................ 76
Maintenance ............................................. 481
Battery .................................................... 518
Brake Fluid .............................................. 500
Cleaning ................................................. 522
Climate Control System ........................... 521
Coolant ................................................... 497
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 485
Oil ........................................................... 493
Precautions ............................................. 482
Radiator .................................................. 498
Remote Transmitter ................................. 520
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 501
Safety...................................................... 483
Service Items ........................................... 487
Tires ........................................................ 509
Transmission Fluid ................................... 499
Under the Hood ...................................... 489
Wiper Blades ........................................... 507
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 75, 552
Map Lights ................................................ 172
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 361
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 106 Mirrors
...................................................... 160
Adjusting ................................................ 160
Door ....................................................... 161
Exterior ................................................... 161
Interior Rearview ..................................... 160
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 528
Moonroof ................................................. 139
MP3 ................................................... 239, 251
MP3/WMA/AAC ................................ 239, 251
Multi-Information Display ....................... 107
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 475
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 570
O
Odometer................................................. 108
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 377
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 492
Adding ................................................... 494
Checking ................................................ 493
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 485
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 551
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 492
Viscosity.................................................. 492
Open Source Licenses .............................. 294

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Index
Opening/ClosingHood ...................................................... 490
Moonroof ............................................... 139
Power Windows...................................... 135
Tailgate................................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 129
Outside Temperature Display ................. 109
Overheating ............................................. 549
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) ... 20, 395
Pandora ®................................................. 249
Panic Mode ............................................... 134
Parking ..................................................... 466
Parking Brake ........................................... 462
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ........................................... 74, 553
Parking Sensor System ............................. 467
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 53
Passing Indicators ..................................... 145
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 254
Power Windows ....................................... 135
Precautions While Driving ....................... 385
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 385
Rain ........................................................ 385
Pregnant Women ....................................... 40
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 533
R
Radiator.................................................... 498
Radio (FM/AM) .......................................... 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 231
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 230
Range ........................................................ 110
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 573
Rear Climate Control System ................... 191
From the Rear Panel ................................ 192
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 155
Rear Outer Seat Heaters .......................... 182
Rear Seats .................................................. 165
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 160
Refueling ................................................... 477
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 106
Gasoline .......................................... 477, 568
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Regulations ............................... 410, 512, 571
Remote Engine Start ................................ 381
Remote Transmitter ................................. 121
Replacement Battery .................................................... 520
Bulbs ....................................................... 501
Fuses ............................... 556, 558, 559, 560
Tires ........................................................ 515
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 507
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 572
RESET Button ............................................ 107
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 109 Reverse Tilt Door Mirror
.......................... 161
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 454
Indicator.................................................... 86
On and Off.............................................. 456
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 29
Safety Check ............................................... 34
Safety Labels ............................................... 71
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 35
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 39
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 37
Checking................................................... 41
Fastening .................................................. 38
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 63
Pregnant Women ...................................... 40
Reminder .................................................. 36
Warning Indicator ............................... 36, 77
Seat Heaters .............................. 180, 181, 182
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 181
Seats .......................................................... 162
Adjusting ................................................ 162
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 162
Front Seats .............................................. 162
Rear Seats ............................................... 165
Seat Heaters ............................ 180, 181, 182
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 181