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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Use a phillips-head sc rewdriver to remove 
the screws.
2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
3. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and 
remove it. Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb and turn clockwise.
5. Slide the light assembly onto the guide on 
the body.
6. Align the pins with the body grommets, 
then push in unt il they fully seat.
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights
Brake/taillight and rear side  marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda 
dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
Screws
Bulb
Socket Bulb
Socket 
     
        
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the license plat e light assembly by 
pulling it towards you, and then pulling the 
front edge upward.
2. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and 
remove it. Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb and turn clockwise.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and 
replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Lights:5W
Bulb
Socket 
     
        
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
The inside lenses of exterior lights (headli ghts, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily 
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash. 
Dew condensation also may build up inside  the lenses when there is a significant 
enough difference between the ambient and  inside lens temperatures (similar to 
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural 
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in mo isture developing on the light lens frame 
surfaces. This also  is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of wa ter accumulation, or large water drops 
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually 
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact 
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or 
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into 
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact 
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure. 
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the 
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with 
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are 
specifically for this model. Do not use them with 
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact 
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire. 
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of 
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact 
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it 
with the full-size tire that  was removed from the rear. 
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire, 
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid  level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the 
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator 
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when there is a pr oblem with the EPS system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe  place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle 
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with  low brake fluid. If there 
is no resistance from  the brake pedal, stop 
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift 
the gears.
If the brake system indicator (red) and  ABS indicator 
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake 
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in 
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come 
on, stop the vehicle in a  safe place and have it 
inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada 
     
        
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission System Indicator  Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along 
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when  the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your  vehicle inspected by 
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into 
(N after starting 
the engine.
u Check if the 
(N position in the 
instrument panel and the indicator on 
the 
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine  P. 385
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the 
Warning Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking 
your vehicle.
Call a professional  towing service if you need to tow 
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing  P. 568 
     
        
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uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box 
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the 
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push 
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse 
Box Type B
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
−(40 A)
4WD(20 A)
IG MAIN30 A
IG MAIN230 A
−(40 A)
F/B MAIN260 A
F/B MAIN60 A
EPS60 A
2−−
3TRL E-BRAKE(20 A)
4 BMS 7.5 A*1
−−*2
5H/L HI MAIN20 A
6 +B TRL HAZARD (7.5 A)
7+B TRL BACKUP(7.5 A)
8 CTR ACC SOCKET 20 A
9TRAILER SMALL(30 A)
10 ACC/IG2_MAIN 10 A
11TRL CHARGE(20 A)
12ST CUT130 A
13IDLE STOP30 A
14IDLE STOP30 A
15FR DE-ICER(15 A)*1
−−*2
*1:Models with LED parking lights
*2:Models without LED parking lights
16RR _HTD SEAT(20 A)*1
BMS7.5 A*2
17STRLD7.5 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps 
     
        
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: Models with AWD
*2: Models with 2WD
■Air Conditioning
ModelRidgeline
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle 
Weight RatingSee the certification label 
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight 
Rating (Front)See the certification label 
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight 
Rating (Rear)See the certification label 
on the driver’s doorjamb
Gross Combined Weight 
Rating U.S.: 10,031 lbs (4,550 kg)
*1
8,245 lbs (3,740 kg)*2
Canada: 4,550 kg
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 21.3 – 23.1 oz (605 – 655 g)
Lubricant TypeRL85HM (POE)
Quantity 7.75 – 9.34 cu-in (127 – 153 cm3)
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7B11G
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number 
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 1.0 US gal (3.8 L)
Canada: 1.4 US gal (5.3 L)
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with LED parking lights
*2: Models without LED parking lights
*3: Models with Truck Bed Audio System
*4: Models without Truck Bed Audio System
*5: Models with moonroof
*6: Models without moonroof
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog LightsLED
Front Turn Signal/Parking* Lights 28/8 W (Amber)Parking Lights*LED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Daytime Running LightsLED*1
60W (HB3)*2
Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)*LEDBrake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Back-Up Lights 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Lights21 W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Lights5 W
Bed Lights LED*3
5 W*4
Interior Lights
Front Map LightsLED*5
5 W*6
Rear Map Lights5 WVanity Mirror Lights*1.4 WDoor Pocket Lights*LEDBeverage Holder Light*LEDDoor Courtesy Lights*3.8 WDoor Inner Handle Lights*LEDConsole Compartment Light1.4 WGlove Box Light1.4 WFoot Lights*LED
* Not available on all models