AVS 194832 In-Channel Ventvisor Smoke Deflectors for 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline

Vehicle Fitment

• 2006-2008 Honda Ridgeline (RT - 3.5L V6 J35A9, 247 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2006-2008 Honda Ridgeline (RTS - 3.5L V6 J35A9, 247 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2006-2008 Honda Ridgeline (RTL - 3.5L V6 J35A9, 247 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2007-2008 Honda Ridgeline (RTX - 3.5L V6 J35A9, 247 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2009-2014 Honda Ridgeline (RT - 3.5L V6 J35Z5, 250-262 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2009-2014 Honda Ridgeline (RTS - 3.5L V6 J35Z5, 250-262 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2009-2014 Honda Ridgeline (RTL - 3.5L V6 J35Z5, 250-262 hp; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2012-2014 Honda Ridgeline (Sport - 3.5L V6 J35Z5; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)
• 2014 Honda Ridgeline (SE Special Edition - 3.5L V6 J35Z5; 5-speed Automatic; AWD)

Fitment Notes

• Fits the complete first-generation Honda Ridgeline (YK1 platform) production run from the 2006 model year introduction through the final 2014 model year across all trim levels
• ALL MODELS AWD - The first-generation Ridgeline was offered exclusively with Honda's electronically controlled AWD system; no FWD option was available on any trim or model year in this generation. All are confirmed compatible
• CREW CAB ONLY - The first-generation Ridgeline was offered only as a 4-door crew cab; no other body style was produced, so no cab-style restriction applies to this fitment
• The sole engine throughout the 2006-2014 production run is the Honda 3.5L V6: J35A9 (2006-2008, 247 hp) and the revised J35Z5 (2009-2014, 250-262 hp following the facelift); both share the same YK1 body and window channel design
• The RTX trim (2007-2008) was an appearance and light off-road package above the RTS, adding specific wheels, exterior enhancements, and interior features; it shares the standard Ridgeline body and is fully supported
• The Honda Ridgeline received mid-cycle facelifts for 2009 (new grille, bumper, hood, and interior updates) and 2012 (new taillights and Sport trim introduction); neither facelift altered the door or window channel geometry, and this part fits all three styling generations equally
• The Sport trim (2012-2014) featured a blacked-out grille, 18-inch alloy wheels, and unique exterior styling; it shares the standard crew cab body and is fully confirmed compatible
• The SE Special Edition (2014 only) was the flagship trim featuring polished 18-inch alloy wheels with black trim and exclusive badging; it shares the same body and is fully supported
• Does NOT fit the second-generation Honda Ridgeline (2017-present), which is built on an entirely different global light-truck platform with a new body and different window channel dimensions - that generation is covered by AVS part number 194276
• No Ridgeline was produced for the 2015 or 2016 model years; production of the first generation ended in early 2015 and the second generation debuted for 2017

Features

• In-channel mount design installs seamlessly inside the window channel for a sleek, low-profile appearance with no exterior tape visible on the vehicle body
• Allows windows to be cracked open in rain, wind, or inclement weather while keeping water, road debris, and insects outside the cab
• Continuously circulates fresh air through the cab to eliminate stale odors from pets, smoke, spills, and outdoor or work gear
• Constructed from impact-modified, UV-resistant acrylic material that resists scratches, chips, and discoloration from prolonged sun exposure
• Attractive dark smoke finish integrates naturally with the Ridgeline's distinctive exterior styling across all trim levels from base RT through RTL, Sport, and SE Special Edition
• Car wash safe - the secure in-channel fit prevents deflectors from shifting or detaching during automated and hand washing
• No drilling, cutting, or special hardware required - complete no-drill installation using included 3M automotive-grade adhesive tape
• Custom-engineered to match the exact window channel contours of the 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline for a precision factory-quality fit
• Reduces interior wind noise and sun glare when windows are cracked at highway speeds
• Helps reduce interior cabin heat build-up when parked by allowing ventilation with windows partially open
• Backed by AVS's Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original vehicle owner
• Made in the USA with global materials at AVS's Georgia manufacturing facility

Specifications

• Part Number: 194832
• Brand: Auto Ventshade (AVS)
• Product Line: In-Channel Ventvisor
• Color/Finish: Smoke (dark tinted acrylic)
• Material: Impact-modified UV-resistant acrylic
• Position: Front left, front right, rear left, rear right (all four door windows)
• Installation Method: In-channel, snap-in with included 3M automotive-grade double-sided adhesive tape
• Drilling Required: No
• Engine: 3.5L V6 only (J35A9: 2006-2008; J35Z5: 2009-2014) - sole engine offered throughout
• Transmission: 5-speed Automatic only
• Drivetrain: AWD only (standard on all first-gen Ridgeline models)
• Vehicle Fitment: 2006-2014 Honda Ridgeline (all trims: RT, RTS, RTL, RTX, Sport, SE)
• Warranty: Limited Lifetime (original retail purchaser, original vehicle only; non-transferable)
• Country of Manufacture: USA (with global materials)

Included Components

• 2x Front In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors (driver and passenger side)
• 2x Rear In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors (driver and passenger side)
• 1x 3M Automotive-Grade Adhesive Tape (pre-applied or included prep strips)
• 1x Installation Instructions / Prep Kit

Product Description

The AVS 194832 In-Channel Ventvisor Deflectors are precision-engineered for the first-generation Honda Ridgeline (YK1 platform, 2006-2014), providing a custom-fit ventilation and weather protection solution for Honda's pioneering unibody mid-size pickup - the first four-door pickup truck to earn NHTSA's five-star safety rating for both front and side impact crash testing, and one of the most unconventional, capable, and loyal-following-generating trucks of its era. These deflectors mount directly inside the window channel for a factory-flush appearance with no exterior tape or hardware visible on the vehicle body, maintaining the Ridgeline's clean, SUV-influenced exterior lines across all trim levels from the base RT through the top-level SE Special Edition.

Installation requires no drilling or cutting. The deflectors bond securely inside the window channels using the included 3M automotive-grade double-sided adhesive tape. Once installed, all four door windows can be cracked open in any weather, enabling fresh air to circulate through the cab while keeping rain, road spray, dust, and insects outside. The entire first-generation Ridgeline lineup - all trims, all model years 2006-2014 - shares a single body, a single engine (3.5L V6), a single transmission (5-speed automatic), and a single drivetrain (AWD standard on every model). There are no powertrain or cab-style restrictions to navigate; this set fits every first-gen Ridgeline ever built.

Buyers should note that no Ridgeline was produced for the 2015 or 2016 model years - first-generation production ended in early 2015, and the second generation debuted for 2017. The second-generation Ridgeline (2017-present) is built on a completely different global platform with a redesigned body and different window channel geometry; that generation is covered by a separate AVS part number (194276). Built from UV-stable, impact-modified acrylic, these deflectors are designed to maintain their dark smoke finish and structural integrity for years of daily use and car washing. AVS backs this set with a Limited Lifetime Warranty against manufacturing and material defects, valid for the original retail purchaser on the original vehicle of installation.