Honda Ridgeline (2019 year). Instruction - part 33

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Multi-View Rear Camera

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view. The display
automatically changes to a rear view when the transmission is put into

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You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display. Press the
selector knob to switch the angle.

You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display.
Touch the appropriate icon to switch the angle.

: Wide view
: Normal view
: Top down view

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Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area

About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see
the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath
the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects
appear closer or farther than they actually are.

Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing
up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and
high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do
not rely on the rearview display which does not give
you all information about conditions at the back of
your vehicle.

If the camera lens is covered with dirt or moisture,
use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free
of debris.

You can change the Camera Guideline On or Off
settings.

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You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic
Guideline settings.

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Fixed Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you change the shift to

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Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Dynamic Guideline
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel
direction.
Off: Guidelines do not move.

Models with color audio system

Models with Display Audio

Guidelines

Bumper

Camera

Approx. 39 inches (1 m)

Approx. 20 inches (50 cm)

Wide View Mode

Normal View Mode

Top Down View Mode

Models with color audio system

Models with Display Audio

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About Your Multi-View Rear Camera

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• If you were last using Wide view mode or Normal view mode, the same view

mode will be activated the next time you put the transmission into

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• If you were using Top down view mode before you turned off the engine, Wide

view mode will be activated the next time you set the power mode to ON and put
the transmission into

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• If you were using Top down view mode and 10 seconds elapsed after you took

the transmission out of

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R, Wide view mode will be activated the next time you

put the transmission into

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• If you were last using Wide view mode or Normal view mode, the same view

mode will be activated the next time you put the transmission into

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• If you were using Top down view mode before turning off the engine, the next

time you set the power mode to ON and put the transmission into

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R, the view

mode you were using just before using Top down view mode (Wide view mode
or Normal view mode) will be activated.

• If you were using Top down view mode and 10 seconds elapsed after you took

the transmission out of

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R, the view mode you were using just before selecting

Top down view mode (Wide view mode or Normal view mode) will be activated
the next time you put the transmission into

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Models with color audio system

Models with Display Audio

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Refueling

Fuel Information

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Fuel recommendation

Use of lower octane gasoline can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the
engine and will result in decreased engine performance.
Use of gasoline with a pump octane less than 87 can lead to engine damage.

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Top tier detergent gasoline

Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.

Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.

For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.

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Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher

Fuel Information

NOTICE

We recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.

Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Some
gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as
ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try
another service station or switch to another brand of
gasoline.

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How to Refuel

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How to Refuel

Your fuel tank is not equipped with a fuel filler cap. You can insert the filler nozzle
directly into the filler neck. The tank seals itself again when you pull out the filler
nozzle.

1. Stop your vehicle with the service station

pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.

2. Turn off the engine.
3. Press the fuel fill door release button.

The fuel fill door opens.

How to Refuel

NOTICE

The fuel filler opening is designed to accept only
service station filler nozzles for refueling. Use of
smaller diameter tubes (e.g., those used to siphon
fuel for other uses) or other non-service station
devices can damage the area in and around the filler
opening.

The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.

WARNING

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.

• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,

and flame away.

• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.

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4. Place the end of the filler nozzle on the

lower part of filler opening, then insert it
slowly and fully.

Make sure that the end of the filler
nozzle goes down along with the filler
pipe.

Keep the filler nozzle level.

When the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically.

After filling, wait about five seconds
before removing the filler nozzle.

5. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.

How to Refuel

If the fuel filler nozzle keeps turning off when the
tank is not full, there may be a problem with the
pump’s fuel vapor recovery system. Try filling at
another pump. If this does not fix the problem,
consult a dealer.

Do not continue to add fuel after the filler nozzle has
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.

If you have to refuel your vehicle from a portable
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.

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Fuel Economy and CO

Emissions

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

Emissions

Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO

emissions is dependent on several

factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.

You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
multi-information display.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside

adds weight and increases wind resistance.

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Maintenance and Fuel Economy

Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO

Emissions

Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.

In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/

Miles driven

Gallons of

fuel

Miles per

Gallon

100

Liter

Kilometers

L per 100 km

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Maintenance

This chapter discusses basic maintenance.

Before Performing Maintenance

Inspection and Maintenance ............ 520
Safety When Performing Maintenance ...521
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance

Service ........................................... 522

Maintenance Minder

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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 ....................... 539

Checking 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).... 550
Wear 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.............558

Cleaning

Interior Care .................................... 559
Exterior Care.................................... 561

Accessories and Modifications ........ 565

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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.)

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Daily inspections

Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.

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Periodic inspections

• Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.

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• Check the brake fluid level monthly.

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• Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.

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• Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.

2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 539

• Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.

2 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545

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Types of Inspection and Maintenance

Inspection 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 federal regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordance with the intervals
indicated by the multi-information display.

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If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com.

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If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.

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Safety When Performing Maintenance

Some of the most important safety precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether you should perform a given
task.

• To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames

away from the battery and all fuel related parts.

• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.

Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them, causing a fire.

• To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not

gasoline.

• Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or

compressed air.

• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.

Only operate the engine if there is sufficient ventilation.

• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.

Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and
the engine is off.

• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.

Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before
touching vehicle parts.

• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.

Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs away
from moving parts.

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Maintenance Safety

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Vehicle Safety

Safety When Performing Maintenance

WARNING

Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a problem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.

WARNING

Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and precautions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.

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Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

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Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and
servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the
same high quality standards used in Honda vehicles.

Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service

Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.

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Maintenance Minder

Maintenance items, which should be serviced at the same time that you replace the
engine oil, appear on the multi-information display.
You can view them on the engine oil life screen at any time.

To Use Maintenance Minder

1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press the

(Information) button until the engine oil life appears on the

multi-information display.

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Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information

Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information

Based on the engine operating conditions, the
remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.

There is a list of maintenance main and sub items you
can view on the multi-information display.

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Displayed Engine Oil

Life (%)

Calculated Engine Oil

Life (%)

100

100 to 91

90 to 81

80 to 71

70 to 61

60 to 51

50 to 41

40 to 31

30 to 21

20 to 16

15 to 11

10 to 6

5 to 1

Remaining Engine Oil Life

Maintenance Service Items

Press the

(Information) button

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The system message indicator (

) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.

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Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-Information
Display

Maintenance Message

Oil Life Display

Explanation

Information

Maintenance Due Soon

15%

The remaining engine oil life is 15 to
6 percent. Once you switch the

display by pressing the

(Information) button, this message
will go off.

The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and serviced
soon.

Maintenance Due Now

The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1

percent. Pressing the

(Information) button to switch to
another display.

The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be inspected
and serviced as soon as possible.

Maintenance Past Due

Negative Distance

The remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over
10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Pressing the

(Information) button to

switch to another display.

The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.

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Maintenance Service Items

Maintenance Service Items

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Independent of the maintenance message in the
multi-information display, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.

•

Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.

Maintenance Minder Message

System Message
Indicator

Sub Items

Main
Item

*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display

is reset, change the engine oil every year.

# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 609.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and

from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

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Maintenance Main Items

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Replace engine oil

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Replace engine oil

and oil filter

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Inspect front and rear brakes

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Check parking brake adjustment

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Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots

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Inspect suspension components

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Inspect driveshaft boots

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Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)

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Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids

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Inspect exhaust system

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Inspect fuel lines and connections

*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under

-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) / 100,000 km (Canada).

*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of

mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

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Rotate tires

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Replace air cleaner element

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Replace dust and pollen filter

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Inspect drive belt

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Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid

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Replace spark plugs

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Replace timing belt and inspect water pump

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Inspect valve clearance

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Replace engine coolant

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Replace rear differential fluid

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Maintenance Minder

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Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service.

1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Go to the Maintenance Info. group.

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3. Press and hold the RESET button

The oil life reset mode is displayed on the multi-information display.

4. Select Reset with the

(Information) button, then push the RESET

button.

The displayed maintenance items disappear, and the engine oil life display
returns to 100%.

To cancel the oil life reset mode, select Cancel, then push the RESET button.

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Resetting the Display

Resetting the Display

NOTICE

Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance
service results in the system showing incorrect
maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious
mechanical problems.

The dealer will reset the engine oil life display after
completing the required maintenance service. If
someone other than a dealer performs maintenance
service, reset the engine oil life display yourself.

You can reset the engine oil life display using the
audio/information screen.

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Models with Display Audio

Models with color audio system

Press the

(Information)
button

RESET button

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Maintenance Under the Hood

Maintenance Items Under the Hood

Brake Fluid
(Black Cap)

Washer Fluid

Radiator Cap

Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank

Engine Oil Dipstick
(Orange)

Engine Oil Fill Cap

Battery

Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick

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