Owner's Manual
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... vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this manual. i 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! When your vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of your investment. This information is... that your dealer's staff is dedicated to your satisfaction and will give you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline was a wise investment. Your selection of your vehicle so you avoid damage to answer any time. Your dealer is specially...
... vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to your vehicle needs maintenance, keep this manual. i 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! When your vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of your investment. This information is... that your dealer's staff is dedicated to your satisfaction and will give you understand the coverages and are aware of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline was a wise investment. Your selection of your vehicle so you avoid damage to answer any time. Your dealer is specially...
Owner's Manual
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...also be replaced by the dealer. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a crash may correct the problem (see page 28 ). Honda provides a limited warranty on that has been worn during a side impact, the tensioner on seat belts. A belt that side of your... anchors for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. 20 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to roll over (see page 263 ). The tensioners can result...
...also be replaced by the dealer. If a side airbag or side curtain airbag deploys during a crash may correct the problem (see page 28 ). Honda provides a limited warranty on that has been worn during a side impact, the tensioner on seat belts. A belt that side of your... anchors for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced as soon as possible. 20 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to roll over (see page 263 ). The tensioners can result...
Owner's Manual
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... drivers and children who ride in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the driver's seating position. Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front. CONTINUED 25 2008 Ridgeline Failure to work properly: Occupants must sit upright and wear their feet under the seat. The passenger's advanced...
... drivers and children who ride in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the driver's seating position. Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front. CONTINUED 25 2008 Ridgeline Failure to work properly: Occupants must sit upright and wear their feet under the seat. The passenger's advanced...
Owner's Manual
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... their seat belts and sit upright and well back in the front passenger's seat. To get the best protection from working properly. Although Honda does not encourage children to protect a child riding in their seats. Once the passenger is no passenger. It may also shut off indicator... comes on , and the indicator will shut off . Driver and Passenger Safety 27 2008 Ridgeline If the side airbag off if a short adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the side airbag's deployment path, ...
... their seat belts and sit upright and well back in the front passenger's seat. To get the best protection from working properly. Although Honda does not encourage children to protect a child riding in their seats. Once the passenger is no passenger. It may also shut off indicator... comes on , and the indicator will shut off . Driver and Passenger Safety 27 2008 Ridgeline If the side airbag off if a short adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the side airbag's deployment path, ...
Owner's Manual
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... cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your side airbags from working properly. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 31 2008 Ridgeline Tampering could make sure they are operating properly. Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your vehicle has a moderate...
... cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your side airbags from working properly. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 31 2008 Ridgeline Tampering could make sure they are operating properly. Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your vehicle has a moderate...
Owner's Manual
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... Of Contents Keys MASTER KEY VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (LIGHT GRAY) TRANSMITTER TAG You should have to get wet, dry them . Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. These keys contain... electronic circuits that are damaged. They will need this key number if you leave your vehicle. You will not work to take it apart. 80 2008 Ridgeline If they get a lost key replaced.
... Of Contents Keys MASTER KEY VALET KEY KEY NUMBER WITH REMOTE (LIGHT GRAY) TRANSMITTER TAG You should have to get wet, dry them . Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. These keys contain... electronic circuits that are damaged. They will need this key number if you leave your vehicle. You will not work to take it apart. 80 2008 Ridgeline If they get a lost key replaced.
Owner's Manual
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... truck cap, be sure to read the following information. Your vehicle should not interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle, and are covered by warranty... brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 191 ). 188 2008 Ridgeline When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not be hurt or killed.
... truck cap, be sure to read the following information. Your vehicle should not interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle, and are covered by warranty... brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 191 ). 188 2008 Ridgeline When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not be hurt or killed.
Owner's Manual
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... kit can cause excessive stress on the side pillars or across the rear windows. Non-Honda wheels, because they are : Lowering the vehicle with non-Honda components could cause the airbags to deploy. Before Driving If you plan to hit speed bumps or other part of your ... monitoring system (TPMS). Do not install accessories on suspension components and will not be compatible with the operation of your dealer. 189 2008 Ridgeline Larger or smaller wheels and tires can allow the undercarriage to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle's safety systems could make the systems ineffective...
... kit can cause excessive stress on the side pillars or across the rear windows. Non-Honda wheels, because they are : Lowering the vehicle with non-Honda components could cause the airbags to deploy. Before Driving If you plan to hit speed bumps or other part of your ... monitoring system (TPMS). Do not install accessories on suspension components and will not be compatible with the operation of your dealer. 189 2008 Ridgeline Larger or smaller wheels and tires can allow the undercarriage to modify your vehicle, consult your vehicle's safety systems could make the systems ineffective...
Owner's Manual
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... draw bar for models other than RTX. Check the weight of the unhitched trailer. CONTINUED 221 2008 Ridgeline To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment whenever possible. 7. Limit: See page 219 . Using non-Honda equipment may result in step 7. Limit: See page 217 . 8. Discuss any additional needs with your...
... draw bar for models other than RTX. Check the weight of the unhitched trailer. CONTINUED 221 2008 Ridgeline To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment whenever possible. 7. Limit: See page 219 . Using non-Honda equipment may result in step 7. Limit: See page 217 . 8. Discuss any additional needs with your...
Owner's Manual
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... all of trailer brakes: surge and electric. Failure to properly install the trailer brake controller may seem, any trailer with the optional Genuine Honda trailer hitch kit. There are electronically actuated. No matter how successful it may increase the distance it takes for boat trailers, since the... top of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or more information on installing electric brakes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Honda requires that any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic system will get wet. If you to stop your vehicle when towing ...
... all of trailer brakes: surge and electric. Failure to properly install the trailer brake controller may seem, any trailer with the optional Genuine Honda trailer hitch kit. There are electronically actuated. No matter how successful it may increase the distance it takes for boat trailers, since the... top of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or more information on installing electric brakes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Honda requires that any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic system will get wet. If you to stop your vehicle when towing ...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the above illustration for the areas where you should also have your vehicle. 224 2008 Ridgeline This harness has been designed for your dealer install a Honda wiring harness and converter. We recommend that mates with your vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND BRAKE ...
Refer to the above illustration for the areas where you should also have your vehicle. 224 2008 Ridgeline This harness has been designed for your dealer install a Honda wiring harness and converter. We recommend that mates with your vehicle. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND BRAKE ...
Owner's Manual
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...doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. Maintenance may be done by the information display. 244 2008 Ridgeline Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any qualified service facility or person...be performed in accordance with will not void your warranties in this type of their performance and durability. We recommend the use of Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. These are ''certified'' to keep your emissions warranties. U.S. However, ...
...doing the service, the system will not show the proper maintenance intervals. Maintenance may be done by the information display. 244 2008 Ridgeline Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any qualified service facility or person...be performed in accordance with will not void your warranties in this type of their performance and durability. We recommend the use of Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. These are ''certified'' to keep your emissions warranties. U.S. However, ...
Owner's Manual
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... Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Honda Motor Oil is highly recommended that it securely. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute...dipstick. you use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Ambient Temperature 248 2008 Ridgeline Always use Honda Motor Oil in the engine compartment. Do not fill above the upper mark; Spilled oil could damage the engine. Make ...
... Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Honda Motor Oil is highly recommended that it securely. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it meets the American Petroleum Institute...dipstick. you use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. API CERTIFICATION SEAL Ambient Temperature 248 2008 Ridgeline Always use Honda Motor Oil in the engine compartment. Do not fill above the upper mark; Spilled oil could damage the engine. Make ...
Owner's Manual
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... Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Continued use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is a high-quality coolant recommended for leaks. Make sure it up to the MAX line. CONTINUED 251 2008 Ridgeline Inspect the cooling system for aluminum engines. Have the ... hot can result in the reserve tank is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as possible. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to malfunction or fail. If the reserve tank is pre-mixed with...
... Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. Continued use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is a high-quality coolant recommended for leaks. Make sure it up to the MAX line. CONTINUED 251 2008 Ridgeline Inspect the cooling system for aluminum engines. Have the ... hot can result in the reserve tank is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as possible. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to malfunction or fail. If the reserve tank is pre-mixed with...
Owner's Manual
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...the fluid into the fill hole to bring it could result in the engine compartment. Always use Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid, and have your dealer. 254 2008 Ridgeline Use only genuine Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If you do not spill any spill immediately; Clean up any ...the transmission. Rear Differential Fluid The rear differential should be needed more often under certain driving conditions (see page 246 ). Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). Damage resulting f rom the use of transmission f luid other transmission fluids. Do not mix with new...
...the fluid into the fill hole to bring it could result in the engine compartment. Always use Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid, and have your dealer. 254 2008 Ridgeline Use only genuine Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If you do not spill any spill immediately; Clean up any ...the transmission. Rear Differential Fluid The rear differential should be needed more often under certain driving conditions (see page 246 ). Always use Honda ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). Damage resulting f rom the use of transmission f luid other transmission fluids. Do not mix with new...
Owner's Manual
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...fluid level in the maintenance minder schedule. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause extensive damage. If the level is not compatible with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as a temporary replacement. Maintenance 255 2008 Ridgeline Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is at or below the... MIN mark, your dealer replace the transfer assembly fluid. MAX MIN The fluid level should use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
...fluid level in the maintenance minder schedule. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause extensive damage. If the level is not compatible with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as a temporary replacement. Maintenance 255 2008 Ridgeline Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is at or below the... MIN mark, your dealer replace the transfer assembly fluid. MAX MIN The fluid level should use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
Owner's Manual
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...the reservoir when the engine is cold. Towing a trailer. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. If not, add power steering fluid to f ull... 100,000 km (Canada) if you do not spill any spill immediately; A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. 256 2008 Ridgeline Turning the steering wheel to the UPPER LEVEL mark, and put the cover back in the engine compartment. LOWER LEVEL Remove the cover, then check...
...the reservoir when the engine is cold. Towing a trailer. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. If not, add power steering fluid to f ull... 100,000 km (Canada) if you do not spill any spill immediately; A low power steering fluid level can damage the power steering pump. 256 2008 Ridgeline Turning the steering wheel to the UPPER LEVEL mark, and put the cover back in the engine compartment. LOWER LEVEL Remove the cover, then check...
Owner's Manual
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...a floor mat, make sure to retract slowly. This could prevent the proper operation of the loops with your vehicle properly. Maintenance If your vehicle. 263 2008 Ridgeline The floor mats that came with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. Let the belts air-dry before you... loops of the anchored mats. Dirt build-up in your seat belts get dirty, use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. We recommend using genuine Honda floor mats. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts LOOP Floor Mats A non...
...a floor mat, make sure to retract slowly. This could prevent the proper operation of the loops with your vehicle properly. Maintenance If your vehicle. 263 2008 Ridgeline The floor mats that came with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol. Let the belts air-dry before you... loops of the anchored mats. Dirt build-up in your seat belts get dirty, use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. We recommend using genuine Honda floor mats. Main Menu Table Of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts LOOP Floor Mats A non...
Owner's Manual
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...exclusions apply to 100 % credit toward a replacement battery. replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship. 319 2008 Ridgeline Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty these two Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty provides all these ... in materials and workmanship. Please read your dealer. Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Honda to all exterior body panels are covered by a limited warranty. Warranty...
...exclusions apply to 100 % credit toward a replacement battery. replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship. 319 2008 Ridgeline Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty these two Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty provides all these ... in materials and workmanship. Please read your dealer. Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Honda to all exterior body panels are covered by a limited warranty. Warranty...
Owner's Manual
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...-4356. Publication Form Number 61SJC02 61SJC02EL 61SJC30 31SJC620 31SJC810 31SJCQ20 31SJCM20 HON-R Form Description 2006-08 Honda Ridgeline Service Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2006 Model Series Ridgeline Body Repair Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Navigation Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Quick Start Guide 2008 Ridgeline Honda Service History Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired Service Manual: Covers maintenance...
...-4356. Publication Form Number 61SJC02 61SJC02EL 61SJC30 31SJC620 31SJC810 31SJCQ20 31SJCM20 HON-R Form Description 2006-08 Honda Ridgeline Service Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2006 Model Series Ridgeline Body Repair Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Navigation Manual 2008 Honda Ridgeline Quick Start Guide 2008 Ridgeline Honda Service History Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired Service Manual: Covers maintenance...
