2020 HONDA RIDGELINE winter tires

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P481)
Under the Hood (P489)
●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 it up, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P501)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P507)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P509)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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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

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, moun t 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 when 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 touc h the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Super Z LT-ZT735
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are the 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
Security System......................................... 132
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 82
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 83
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 59
Sequential Mode ...................................... 394
Sequential Mode Operation .................... 395
Setting the Clock ...................................... 112
Shift Button......................................... 19, 388
Operation .......................................... 19, 390
Shift Position Indicator ....................... 76, 390
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 19, 388
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 39
Side Airbags ................................................ 49
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 51
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 263
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 231
Smart Entry System ................................... 116
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 84
Snow Tires ................................................. 517
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 245
Spare Tire .......................................... 533, 569
Spark Plugs ................................................ 568
Specifications ............................................ 568
Specified Fuel .................................... 477, 568
Speedometer ............................................. 106
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 45
Starting Assist Brake Function ................. 403
Starting the Engine .................................. 379
Does Not Start ......................................... 543
Jump Starting .......................................... 546
Remote Engine Start ................................ 381 Steering Wheel
......................................... 159
Adjusting ................................................ 159
Heater ..................................................... 179
Stopping ................................................... 466
Summer Tires ............................................ 517
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 177
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 45
Indicator.................................................... 78
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 141
SYNC Mode ............................................... 190
System Message Indicator .......................... 83
T
Tachometer............................................... 106
Tailgate ..................................................... 127
Unable to Unlock .................................... 564
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 106
Outside Temperature Display ................... 109
Temperature Gauge ................................. 106
Temperature Sensor ......................... 109, 193
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 185
Time (Setting) ........................................... 112
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 408, 554
Tires ........................................................... 509
Air Pressure ..................................... 510, 569
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 509
Inspection ............................................... 509
Labeling .................................................. 510 Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 533
Regulations ............................................. 512
Rotation.................................................. 516
Spare Tire ....................................... 533, 569
Summer .................................................. 517
Tire Chains.............................................. 517
Wear Indicators....................................... 514
Winter .................................................... 517
Tools ......................................................... 532
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 366
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 369
Load Limits ............................................. 366
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 376
Emergency .............................................. 562
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 408
Indicator ........................................... 81, 554
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 554
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 374
Transmission ............................... 19, 387, 388
Automatic................................. 19, 387, 388
Fluid ....................................................... 499
Number .................................................. 570
Sequential Mode..................................... 394
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 76, 390
Transmission System Indicator ................. 555
Trip Meter ................................................ 109
Troubleshooting ...................................... 531
Blown Fuse ..................... 556, 558, 559, 560
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 26
Emergency Towing ................................. 562

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Index
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 543
Noise When Braking ................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 549
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 533
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 25, 125
Warning Indicators.................................... 74
Truck Bed Audio ...................................... 271
Trunk ........................................................ 129
Lid .......................................................... 129
Main Switch............................................ 130
Turn Signals .............................................. 144
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 81
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 110
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 116
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside ................................. 14, 123
USB Flash Drives ............................... 251, 279
USB Port .................................................... 197
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 570
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®).............. 404
Off Button .............................................. 405
System Indicator ............................... 79, 404
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 492, 569 Voice Control Operation
.......................... 224
Audio Commands ................................... 226
Climate Control Commands .................... 227
General Commands ................................. 227
Music Search Commands ........................ 227
On Screen Commands ............................. 227
Phone Commands ................................... 226
Useful Commands ................................... 226
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 225
Voice Recognition .................................... 224
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM)............... 404
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 209
Warning and Information Messages ......... 92
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 551
Warning Labels ........................................... 71
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 575
Watts ......................................................... 568
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 514
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 537
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 261
Window Washers ...................................... 153
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 500
Switch ..................................................... 153
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 135
Windshield Cleaning .................................................. 526
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 188 Washer Fluid ........................................... 500
Wiper Blades ........................................... 507
Wipers and Washers................................ 153
Winter Tires .............................................. 517
Snow Tires .............................................. 517
Tire Chains .............................................. 517
Wipers and Washers ................................. 153
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 154
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 507
WMA ................................................. 239, 251
Worn Tires ................................................ 509