Owner's Manual
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... (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...237 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...275 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...301 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. 2008 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information...
... (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...237 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...275 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...301 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. 2008 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information...
Owner's Manual
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...it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 29 . 62 2008 Ridgeline For more information, see page 28 . If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically... shut off. U.S. Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, the battery is running. Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For ...
...it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 29 . 62 2008 Ridgeline For more information, see page 28 . If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically... shut off. U.S. Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running, the battery is running. Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For ...
Owner's Manual
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... (II) position, the last selection is displayed. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you can keep track of two different distances. 71 2008 Ridgeline Instruments and Controls Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Switch between these displays by pressing the SELECT button repeatedly. To reset a...less than the actual amount. RESET BUTTON There are two trip meters: TRIP A and TRIP B. Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) ...
... (II) position, the last selection is displayed. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you can keep track of two different distances. 71 2008 Ridgeline Instruments and Controls Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Switch between these displays by pressing the SELECT button repeatedly. To reset a...less than the actual amount. RESET BUTTON There are two trip meters: TRIP A and TRIP B. Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is displayed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) ...
Owner's Manual
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.... You will not work to take it apart. 80 2008 Ridgeline You can keep the In-Bed Trunk locked by the immobilizer system. The valet key does not contain a battery. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or...
.... You will not work to take it apart. 80 2008 Ridgeline You can keep the In-Bed Trunk locked by the immobilizer system. The valet key does not contain a battery. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or...
Owner's Manual
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... (0) position. Release the switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to activate the all doors unlock feature. 5. Instruments and Controls 89 2008 Ridgeline You will hear a click. Push and hold the rear of the Park (P) position. 4. Push and hold down the switch: Until you hear two... more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to the ACCESSORY (I) position. If your vehicle's battery is removed or goes dead, the auto door lock/ unlock setting is reset to the Park (P) position. 6. Move the shift lever to the ...
... (0) position. Release the switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to activate the all doors unlock feature. 5. Instruments and Controls 89 2008 Ridgeline You will hear a click. Push and hold the rear of the Park (P) position. 4. Push and hold down the switch: Until you hear two... more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to the ACCESSORY (I) position. If your vehicle's battery is removed or goes dead, the auto door lock/ unlock setting is reset to the Park (P) position. 6. Move the shift lever to the ...
Owner's Manual
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... soon as possible. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. 3. Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: 1. CONTINUED 91 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from extreme ...
... soon as possible. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. 3. Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: 1. CONTINUED 91 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from extreme ...
Owner's Manual
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... (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. As required by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device...reverse order. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. 92 2008 Ridgeline Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and insert a new battery into the back of battery can hurt the environment. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter 4. ...
... (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. As required by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device...reverse order. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. 92 2008 Ridgeline Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and insert a new battery into the back of battery can hurt the environment. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter 4. ...
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... close the In-Bed Trunk, lower the lid, then press down on loading cargo and weight limits. When the In-Bed Trunk is locked. 96 2008 Ridgeline The bed lights come on the In-Bed Trunk lid is unlocked. To store items separately in the In-Bed Trunk up to open the... In-Bed Trunk. RELEASE BUTTON You can store items in the In-Bed Trunk, optional divider guides are available from your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, the release button on when you may damage the In-Bed Trunk. Do not exceed this weight limit, or you...
... close the In-Bed Trunk, lower the lid, then press down on loading cargo and weight limits. When the In-Bed Trunk is locked. 96 2008 Ridgeline The bed lights come on the In-Bed Trunk lid is unlocked. To store items separately in the In-Bed Trunk up to open the... In-Bed Trunk. RELEASE BUTTON You can store items in the In-Bed Trunk, optional divider guides are available from your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, the release button on when you may damage the In-Bed Trunk. Do not exceed this weight limit, or you...
Owner's Manual
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... using the seat heaters: Use the HI setting only to use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. SEAT HEATER SWITCHES 106 2008 Ridgeline If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use seat heaters. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position... to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seat Heaters In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on the...
... using the seat heaters: Use the HI setting only to use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. SEAT HEATER SWITCHES 106 2008 Ridgeline If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use seat heaters. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position... to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seat Heaters In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on the...
Owner's Manual
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... five digits, making the system work again, you must obtain the code number from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 166 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system will disable itself . If your audio system's code and serial numbers...not start playing. The code is best to store this owner's manual. You have received a radio code card that lists your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is nearly impossible. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. Because there are...
... five digits, making the system work again, you must obtain the code number from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 166 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle's audio system will disable itself . If your audio system's code and serial numbers...not start playing. The code is best to store this owner's manual. You have received a radio code card that lists your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is nearly impossible. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. Because there are...
Owner's Manual
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... the clock back to enter the set button until the hour advances to the nearest hour. The displayed time begins to adjust the time. 167 2008 Ridgeline If the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Press and hold the H (Preset 1) side of the bar until you hear a beep...you hear a beep. Press the clock set the clock. models are shown. PRESET BARS PRESET BARS On vehicles without Navigation System If your vehicle's battery is before the half hour, pressing the clock set time. For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:52 will reset to set button again ...
... the clock back to enter the set button until the hour advances to the nearest hour. The displayed time begins to adjust the time. 167 2008 Ridgeline If the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Press and hold the H (Preset 1) side of the bar until you hear a beep...you hear a beep. Press the clock set the clock. models are shown. PRESET BARS PRESET BARS On vehicles without Navigation System If your vehicle's battery is before the half hour, pressing the clock set time. For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:52 will reset to set button again ...
Owner's Manual
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... training the first button. Unplug the garage door opener motor from HomeLink. Hold the end of the buttons in CONTINUED HomeLink. 175 2008 Ridgeline Make sure you may not be no need to retrain HomeLink if your garage door opener was manufactured before , you should be able...press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for the device (garage door, automatic gate, security system, etc.) has a fresh battery. They do this information, contact the manufacturer of the red indicator in HomeLink before April 1982, you are not blocking your view of the ...
... training the first button. Unplug the garage door opener motor from HomeLink. Hold the end of the buttons in CONTINUED HomeLink. 175 2008 Ridgeline Make sure you may not be no need to retrain HomeLink if your garage door opener was manufactured before , you should be able...press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for the device (garage door, automatic gate, security system, etc.) has a fresh battery. They do this information, contact the manufacturer of the red indicator in HomeLink before April 1982, you are not blocking your view of the ...
Owner's Manual
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In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 200 2008 Ridgeline Do not hold it there while starting to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. If the engine still does not start in cold weather. ... shift lever is disabled. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to the START (III) position. Press on the battery. 3. If the engine does not start right away, pause for more inf ormation, see page 81 . If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator...
In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 200 2008 Ridgeline Do not hold it there while starting to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. If the engine still does not start in cold weather. ... shift lever is disabled. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to the START (III) position. Press on the battery. 3. If the engine does not start right away, pause for more inf ormation, see page 81 . If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator...
Owner's Manual
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... ramp), make sure the socket lid and socket cover are securely in place. Driving CONTINUED 227 2008 Ridgeline Important Precautions Before you submerge the trailer hitch in water (such as at a stop or idling can discharge the battery. Using the electrical supply circuit when the engine is in the ON (II) position. Avoid...
... ramp), make sure the socket lid and socket cover are securely in place. Driving CONTINUED 227 2008 Ridgeline Important Precautions Before you submerge the trailer hitch in water (such as at a stop or idling can discharge the battery. Using the electrical supply circuit when the engine is in the ON (II) position. Avoid...
Owner's Manual
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... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...263 Floor Mats ...263 Dust and Pollen Filter ...264 Wiper Blades ...264 Wheels ...266 Tires ...266 Checking the Battery ...272 Vehicle Storage ...274 Maintenance 237 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to purchase the service...
... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...263 Floor Mats ...263 Dust and Pollen Filter ...264 Wiper Blades ...264 Wheels ...266 Tires ...266 Checking the Battery ...272 Vehicle Storage ...274 Maintenance 237 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to purchase the service...
Owner's Manual
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...a crash in which you can cause you to properly follow the procedures and precautions in this section should perform a given task. 238 2008 Ridgeline Injury from engine exhaust. Do not run the engine unless instructed to correct a problem before you begin, and make sure you can arise...of every conceivable hazard that can decide whether or not you operate the engine. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Only you have the tools and skills required. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, ...
...a crash in which you can cause you to properly follow the procedures and precautions in this section should perform a given task. 238 2008 Ridgeline Injury from engine exhaust. Do not run the engine unless instructed to correct a problem before you begin, and make sure you can arise...of every conceivable hazard that can decide whether or not you operate the engine. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Only you have the tools and skills required. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, ...
Owner's Manual
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...damage your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. The label on cleared roads. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires, Checking the Battery Checking the Battery Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding ...the selection and use of tire chains. If the chains have loosened, retighten them. TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. If you can be seriously injured or killed. Remove the chains as soon as you ...
...damage your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. The label on cleared roads. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires, Checking the Battery Checking the Battery Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding ...the selection and use of tire chains. If the chains have loosened, retighten them. TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. If you can be seriously injured or killed. Remove the chains as soon as you ...
Owner's Manual
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...battery maintenance is needed, see page 166 ). On vehicles with plain water. The next time you turn brown. WARNING: Battery...reconnect it can cause the battery to prevent damaging your vehicle's battery is disconnected, or goes dead...or a qualified technician. Maintenance The battery gives off with navigation system The...shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. To remove it, cover the terminals ...battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system may be used. If you . Dry off the battery...Of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for ...
...battery maintenance is needed, see page 166 ). On vehicles with plain water. The next time you turn brown. WARNING: Battery...reconnect it can cause the battery to prevent damaging your vehicle's battery is disconnected, or goes dead...or a qualified technician. Maintenance The battery gives off with navigation system The...shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. To remove it, cover the terminals ...battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system may be used. If you . Dry off the battery...Of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for ...
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... are completely dry. Put the transmission in Park. Cover the vehicle with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. 274 2008 Ridgeline If possible, periodically run the engine until it for storage. Block the rear wheels. Support the front wiper blade arms with a ''breathable'' cover, ... open slightly (if the vehicle is to get your vehicle back on and off . If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Disconnect the battery. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to prepare it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle on the road. Main Menu Table Of...
... are completely dry. Put the transmission in Park. Cover the vehicle with a folded towel or rag so they do this once a month. 274 2008 Ridgeline If possible, periodically run the engine until it for storage. Block the rear wheels. Support the front wiper blade arms with a ''breathable'' cover, ... open slightly (if the vehicle is to get your vehicle back on and off . If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Disconnect the battery. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to prepare it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle on the road. Main Menu Table Of...
Owner's Manual
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... Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on at all, the battery is discharged. You can then try to start up and run . Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition...than normal, but the engine does not run . Turn on page 298 . See Jump Starting on page 286 . Check the condition of the Unexpected 285 2008 Ridgeline Are you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, but the engine does not start . The engine's starter motor does not operate at...
... Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on at all, the battery is discharged. You can then try to start up and run . Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition...than normal, but the engine does not run . Turn on page 298 . See Jump Starting on page 286 . Check the condition of the Unexpected 285 2008 Ridgeline Are you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, but the engine does not start . The engine's starter motor does not operate at...