Honda Ridgeline 2024 Owner's manual

2024 RIDGELINE

Owner’s Manual

Event Data Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).

The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near

crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a

road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s

systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related

to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of

time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is

designed to record such data as:

•How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

•Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

•How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or brake pedal; and,

•How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the

circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data

are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation

occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving

conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and

crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law

enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of

personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash

investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,

and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the

vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that

have the special equipment, can read the information if they have

access to the vehicle or the EDR.

The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by

anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the

vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic Recorders

This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record

information about powertrain performance. The data can be used

to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians

diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with

data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains

confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is

uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up.

California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act

The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this

vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may

apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/

As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded

by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid

damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.

NOTICE

Software End User License Agreement

Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by

the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which

contains a binding arbitration clause. Please refer to the End User

License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your

use of the installed software, as well as the applications, services,

functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of

the installed software will serve as your consent to the terms and

conditions of the End User License Agreement.

You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software

by sending a signed, written notice to HONDA at American Honda

Motor Co., Inc., Honda Automobile Customer Service, Mail Stop

CHI-5, 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90501-2746.

Privacy Notice

This vehicle may share location and usage information. To manage

this setting, visit at:

To learn more about how we collect and use Personal

Information including precise geolocation data, please

read our Privacy Notice and Vehicle Data Privacy

Notice, accessible at:

U.S.: https://mygarage.honda.com/s/vehicle-data-privacy-

settings?page=question

Canada: https://www.honda.ca/privacy/vehicledata (English)

https://www.honda.ca/fr/confidentialite/

politiquedeconfidentialité (French)

U.S.: www.honda.com.

Canada: www.honda.ca (English)

www.honda.ca/fr (French)

A Few Words About Safety

Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And

operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have

provided operating procedures and other information on labels and

in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that

could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the

hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You

must use your own good judgment.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,

including:

●Safety Labels - on the vehicle.

●Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol 3 and

one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

These signal words mean:

●Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.

●Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.

●Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please

read it carefully.

3DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don't follow instructions.

3WARNING

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if

you don't follow instructions.

3CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow

instructions.

Contents

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the

vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

The Navigation Manual is available online at mygarage.honda.com

(U.S.) or honda.ca (Canada). If you are the first registered owner

of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed

copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of

vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit mygarage.honda.com. In

Canada, please request a copy from your Honda dealer.

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.

The images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front

cover) that depict features, equipment, and Audio/Information

screen, Meter screens are only examples and may not be

representative of your particular model.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and

Canada.

The information and specifications included 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.

2Safe Driving P. 31

For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 44

2Instrument Panel P. 77

Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 95

2Controls P. 109

Clock P. 110 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 111

Security System P. 130 Windows P. 133

Mirrors P. 155 Seats P. 157

2Features P. 193

Audio System P. 194

General Information on the Audio System P. 272

HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 310 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 316

2Driving P. 337

Before Driving P. 338 Towing a Trailer P. 346

Braking P. 442

Parking Your Vehicle P. 446

2Maintenance P. 463

Before Performing Maintenance P. 464 Maintenance MinderTM P. 467

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 494

Climate Control System Maintenance P. 508

2Handling the Unexpected P. 517

Tools P. 518 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 519

Overheating P. 535 Indicator Coming On/Blinking P. 537

If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 549

2Information P. 553

Specifications P. 554 Identification Numbers P. 556

Emissions Testing P. 559 Warranty Coverages P. 561

Contents

Child Safety P. 59 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74 Safety Labels P. 75

Tailgate P. 125 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 127

Moonroof* P. 137 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 139

Interior/Exterior Convenience Items P. 168 Climate Control System P. 187

Audio System Basic Operation P. 201 Audio Error Messages P. 271

Customized Features P. 293

Refuel Recommend P. 335

Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 357 When Driving P. 359 Honda Sensing® P. 396

Multi-View Rear Camera P. 456 Refueling P. 458 Fuel Economy and CO2 Emissions P. 461

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 475 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 488

Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 496 Battery P. 505 Remote Transmitter Care P. 507

Cleaning P. 509 Accessories and Modifications P. 515

Engine Does Not Start P. 529 If the Battery Is Dead P. 532

Fuses P. 542 Emergency Towing P. 548

If You Cannot Unlock the Tailgate P. 550 Refueling P. 551

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 557 Reporting Safety Defects P. 558

Authorized Manuals P. 564 Customer Service Information P. 565 Open Source License P. 566

Quick Reference Guide P. 6

Safe Driving P. 31

Instrument Panel P. 77

Controls P. 109

Features P. 193

Driving P. 337

Maintenance P. 463

Handling the Unexpected P. 517

Information P. 553

Index P. 567

6

Quick Reference Guide

Visual Index

❚

Gauges (P95)

❚

Driver Information

Interface (P98)

❚

System Indicators (P78)

❚

ECON Button (P377)

❚

Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM

(CMBSTM) OFF Button (P403)

❚

Heated Windshield Button* (P151)

❚

Parking Sensor System Button

*

(P448)

❚

Steering Wheel Adjustments (P154)

❚

ENGINE START/STOP Button (P139)

❚

AC Power Outlet Button* (P184)

❚

Road Departure Mitigation Button

(P414)

❚

(Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®)

System OFF) Button (P386)

❚

Bed Light Button (P185)

❚

Audio System (P194)

❚

Navigation System*

() See the Navigation System Manual

❚

Hazard Warning Button

❚

Climate Control System (P187)

❚

Front Seat Heaters and Seat

Ventilation Buttons* (P181)

❚

Front Seat Heater Buttons* (P180)

❚

Heated Door Mirror Button* (P151)

❚

Rear Defogger Button* (P151)

7

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P376)

❚

Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*

() See the Navigation System Manual

❚

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons (P223, 316)

❚

Left Selector Wheel (P98)

❚

(Home) Button (P198)

❚

Wipers/Washers (P150)

❚

MAIN Button (P397)

❚

CANCEL Button (P397)

❚

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

Button (P432)

❚

Interval Button (P397)

❚

Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P179)

❚

Horn (Press the area around .)

❚

Audio Remote Controls (P198)

❚

Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P376)

❚

Headlights/ Turn Signals (P142, 144)

❚

Fog Lights (P146)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index
8
Quick Reference Guide
❚
Power Window Switches (P133)
❚
   Master Door Lock Switch (P123)
❚
Memory Buttons* (P153)
❚
SET Button* (P153)
❚
 Fuel Fill Door Release Button (P459)
❚
Driver’s Front Airbag (P47)
❚
Shift Button (P369)
❚
Parking Brake (P442)
❚
Interior Fuse Box Type A (P545)
❚
Hood Release Handle (P476)
❚
 Door Mirror Controls (P156)
❚
Accessory Power Socket 
(P174)
❚
USB Ports 
(P195)
❚
 Mode Button (P378)
❚
Interior Fuse Box Type B (P546)
❚
Rearview Mirror (P155)
❚
HomeLink® Buttons* (P313)
❚
 Auto Idle Stop OFF Button (P380)
❚
Glove Box (P170)
❚
Accessory Power Socket 
(P174)
❚
USB Ports
*
 
(P195)
❚
 Rear Outer Seat Heater Buttons* (P182)
❚
Wireless Charger 
(P175)
❚
Trunk Main Switch 
(P128)
❚
Passenger’s Front Airbag (P47)

9

Quick Reference Guide

❚

Side Curtain Airbags (P54)

❚

Grab Handle

❚

Coat Hook (P172)

❚

Seat Belts (P40)

❚

Sun Visors (P182)

❚

Vanity Mirrors

❚

Moonroof Switch* (P137)

❚

Map Lights (P169)

❚

HomeLink® Buttons* (P311)

❚

Sunglasses Holder (P173)

❚

Front Seat (P157)

❚

Side Airbags (P52)

❚

Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P67)

❚

Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P69)

❚

LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P64)

❚

Rear Seat (P161)

❚

Map Lights (P169)

❚

Back Window Switch* (P135)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index
10
Quick Reference Guide
❚
Maintenance Under the Hood (P475)
❚
Windshield Wipers (P150, 494)
❚
Power Door Mirrors (P156)
❚
Headlights (P142, 488)
❚
Front Side Marker Lights (P142, 490)
❚
Side Turn Signal Lights* (P144, 491)
❚
How to Refuel (P459)
❚
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Lights (P144, 492)
❚
Tires (P496, 519)
❚
Front Turn Signal/Parking* Lights (P144, 491)
❚
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights (P492)
❚
Rear License Plate Light (P493)
❚
Multi-View Rear Camera (P456)
❚
Drop Opening the Tailgate (P126)
❚
Opening and Closing the Trunk (P127)
❚
AC Power Outlet* (P183)
❚
Fog Lights (P146, 490)
❚
Daytime Running Lights /Parking Lights* (P146, 490)
❚
Swing Opening the Tailgate (P126)
❚
Rear License Plate Light (P493)
❚
Door Lock/Unlock Control (P114)
❚
Bed Lights (P185)
❚
High-Mount Brake Light (P493)

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Quick Reference Guide

Auto Idle Stop Function

To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as detailed below. When Auto Idle Stop is on, the Auto Idle Stop indicator

(green) comes on. (P379)

At Automatic transmission Engine status

Deceleration Stop the vehicle and depress the brake

pedal.

Stop Keep the brake pedal depressed.

Start-up Release the brake pedal.

On

Off

Restarting

* Not available on all models

12

Quick Reference Guide

Eco Assist® System

Ambient Meter

●The color of the ambient meter changes to green

to indicate that the vehicle is being driven in a

fuel-efficient manner.

ECON Mode Indicator

(P87)

Comes on when the ECON button is

pressed.

ECON Button

(P377)

Helps maximize fuel economy.

Ambient Meter

13

Quick Reference Guide

Safe Driving (P31)

Airbags (P44)

●Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and

your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P59)

●All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.

●Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.

●Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard (P74)

●Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon

monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon

monoxide gas can accumulate.

Before Driving Checklist (P36)

●Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,

steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts (P37)

●Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well

back in the seat.

●Check that your passengers are wearing

their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as

low as possible.

14

Quick Reference Guide

Instrument Panel (P77)

Indicators (P78)/Gauges (P95)/Driver Information Interface (P98)

Tachometer (P95)

Speedometer (P95)

Driver Information Interface (P98)

Fuel Gauge (P95)

Outside Temperature (P96)

Odometer (P96)

M (sequential mode) Indicator/

Sequential Mode Gear Selection Indicator (P81)

Shift Position Indicator (P81) /

Transmission System Indicator (P82)

Temperature Gauge (P96)

15

Quick Reference Guide

Controls (P109)

Clock (P110)

To adjust date

To adjust time

aPress the button.

bSelect General Settings.

cSelect System.

dSelect Date & Time.

eSelect Set Date & Time.

fSelect Automatic Date & Time, then

select OFF.

gSelect Set Date or Set Time.

hSelect or .

iSelect Save to set the date or time.

The clock is automatically updated through

the audio system.

ENGINE START/STOP

Button (P139)

Press the button to change the vehicle’s

power mode.

3

4

Turn Signals (P144)

Lights (P142)

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

Light Control Switches

Low Beam

High Beam

Flashing

16

Quick Reference Guide

Wipers and Washers

(P150)

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

MIST

OFF

INT: Low speed with intermittent

LO: Low speed wipe

HI: High speed wipe

Pull toward

you to spray

washer fluid.

Adjustment Ring

(- : Lower speed, fewer sweeps

(+ : Higher speed, more sweeps

Steering Wheel (P154)

●To adjust, push the adjustment lever

down, adjust to the desired position, then

lock the lever back in place.

Unlocking the Front

Doors from the Inside

(P122)

●Pull either front door inner handle to

unlock and open it at the same time.

To lock

To adjust

Trunk (P 127)

●Press the trunk release button on the

trunk lid to unlock and open the trunk.

Trunk Release Button

17

Quick Reference Guide

Power Door Mirrors

(P156)

●With the power mode in ON, move the

selector switch to L or R.

●Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

●Press the folding button* to fold in and

out the door mirrors.

Selector Switch

Adjustment Switch

Folding Button*

Power Windows (P133)

●With the power mode in ON, open and

close the power windows.

●If the power window lock button is in the

off position, each passenger’s window

can be opened and closed with its own

switch.

●If the power window lock button is in the

ON position (indicator on), each

passenger’s window switch is disabled.

Power Window Lock Button

Window Switch

Indicator

* Not available on all models

18

Quick Reference Guide

Climate Control System (P187)

●Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.

●Press the button to turn the system on or off.

●Press the button to defrost the windshield.

Fan Control

Button

(Windshield

Defroster) Button

A/C (Air

Conditioning)

Button

Air flows from dashboard and

back of the center console

vents.

Air flows from dashboard, floor

and back of the center console

vents.

Air flows from floor vents.

Air flows from floor and

windshield defroster vents.

(Recirculation)

Button

Passenger’s Side

Temperature

Control Switch

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side

Temperature

Control Switch

MODE Button

SYNC

(Synchronized) Button

(ON/OFF) Button

Rear Climate Control* (P191)

●Press the AUTO button to activate the

rear climate control system.

●Press the button to turn the system

on or off.

Rear Temperature

Control Buttons

Rear Fan Control

Buttons

Rear AUTO

Button

(Rear ON/

OFF) Button

MODE Button

Air flows from the rear floor vents.

Air flow from the center console

vents and floor vents.

Air flows from the center console

vents.

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