Check List - Buying a Ridgeline/Check List

[jMoMo]

Just wanted to say that this is extremely valuable. Thank you very much for doing this. I've been assembling my own check list, but I'll add this to it.

I'm looking to buy a Ridgeline within the next 30-60 days.

Please maintain this document!

[auroraprospector]

Is the checklist current/up to date as of Sept 2007?

I am picking up a 2008 RTL in two weeks. (Trading in the loyal 07 RTL)

[CUinaRidge]

Originally Posted by vertrkr

Issues Reported by Owners
(most of these issues are resolved by now but good to check none the less)

1. Wind noise - starts at 40mph coming from the windshield. Most likely upper molding. Any RL with a VIN # ending with 16000 or higher should have this fixed.

2. Steering Wheel creaky - apply forward pressure to the wheel and make sure it doesn't creak.

3. Key remotes - test each of the two keys to make sure both are programmed. Test the lock/unlock buttons. You should also get a 3rd valet key.

4. Kinked windshield washer hose - check to make sure they squirt.

5. Water leaking into interior, passenger seat or rear seats, check under seat and floor mats, drive in puddles if possible.

The only thing I would change on the list would be..
#1 Wind noise - doesn't hurt to listen for it in a test drive..

#5 I would add... 2006 model some, vary rare in 2007 model complaints

The list otherwise seems to be a very thorough list covering it all.

[gatorfan]

Ridgeline Owners Group Checklist:

Click "search" and see if you can type in the search box which is unviewable behind the annoying flashing pop-up ad which will not close.