Owner's Manual
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... maintenance service. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Ridgeline Authorized Manuals (U.S. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to order manuals and other cargo. only)...warranty manual for any reason. Driving The proper way to protect children with child restraints. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and...
... maintenance service. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Ridgeline Authorized Manuals (U.S. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to order manuals and other cargo. only)...warranty manual for any reason. Driving The proper way to protect children with child restraints. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and...
Owner's Manual
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... seatback to make sure it is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2008 Ridgeline On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models Once your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Adjust the driver's seat-back to the steering wheel...
... seatback to make sure it is adjusted correctly, rock it back and forth to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2008 Ridgeline On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models Once your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Adjust the driver's seat-back to the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual
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... be very Two people should not stand up rear seat. Devices intended to an airbag cover, they could interfere with a pipe or other occupants, or out of the vehicle. 17 2008 Ridgeline Objects on or near the door could be very seriously injured in your hands and arms... away from carbon monoxide poisoning if engine exhaust enters the cap. Carrying hard or sharp the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' could be killed ...
... be very Two people should not stand up rear seat. Devices intended to an airbag cover, they could interfere with a pipe or other occupants, or out of the vehicle. 17 2008 Ridgeline Objects on or near the door could be very seriously injured in your hands and arms... away from carbon monoxide poisoning if engine exhaust enters the cap. Carrying hard or sharp the covers marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' could be killed ...
Owner's Manual
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... inflate with the sensor, the SRS indicator will come on, and the airbag will automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off . Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the impact. Failure to work properly... wear their feet under the front seats. Be aware that objects placed on or under the seats, cover the sensors, or put their seat belts properly. CONTINUED 25 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are also advanced ...
... inflate with the sensor, the SRS indicator will come on, and the airbag will automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off . Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of the impact. Failure to work properly... wear their feet under the front seats. Be aware that objects placed on or under the seats, cover the sensors, or put their seat belts properly. CONTINUED 25 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Your front airbags are also advanced ...
Owner's Manual
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...any reason. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to severe impact. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 31 2008 Ridgeline Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer. driver's seat position sensor or the front passenger's ...If water or another liquid soaks into a seatback, it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to deactivate your dealer. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your airbags. Tampering could make sure they are operating properly.
...any reason. Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to severe impact. Do not tamper with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. 31 2008 Ridgeline Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer. driver's seat position sensor or the front passenger's ...If water or another liquid soaks into a seatback, it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to deactivate your dealer. Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your airbags. Tampering could make sure they are operating properly.
Owner's Manual
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Rigid type Flexible type 4. Other LATCH-compatible seats have , follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 42 2008 Ridgeline Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is in the lowest position. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach ... Contents Installing a Child Seat Make sure the head restraint is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the child seat maker's instructions. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide.
Rigid type Flexible type 4. Other LATCH-compatible seats have , follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 42 2008 Ridgeline Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is in the lowest position. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach ... Contents Installing a Child Seat Make sure the head restraint is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the child seat maker's instructions. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide.
Owner's Manual
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Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is secure. 43 2008 Ridgeline Tighten the strap according to verify that it is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the tether anchor on the outside of the ...seat bottom (see page 103), then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to the seat maker...
Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is secure. 43 2008 Ridgeline Tighten the strap according to verify that it is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the tether anchor on the outside of the ...seat bottom (see page 103), then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the head restraint legs. Lift the cover, then route the tether strap around the upper guide. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to the seat maker...
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 44 ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the upper guide as shown. 46 2008 Ridgeline Lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the head restraint legs. 2. Each outer seating position has a tether anchor at the outside of the seat bottom... seating position in the back seat. Using an Outer Tether Anchor UPPER GUIDE UPPER GUIDE OUTER TETHER ANCHOR OUTER TETHER ANCHOR A child seat with a Tether COVER CENTER TETHER ANCHOR When using a tether whenever one is shown above. 1.
... (see page 44 ), lift the head restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and through the upper guide as shown. 46 2008 Ridgeline Lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the head restraint legs. 2. Each outer seating position has a tether anchor at the outside of the seat bottom... seating position in the back seat. Using an Outer Tether Anchor UPPER GUIDE UPPER GUIDE OUTER TETHER ANCHOR OUTER TETHER ANCHOR A child seat with a Tether COVER CENTER TETHER ANCHOR When using a tether whenever one is shown above. 1.
Owner's Manual
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... Of Contents Installing a Child Seat 3. Driver and Passenger Safety CENTER TETHER ANCHOR 3. Place the child seat on the outside of the seat bottom. 5. CONTINUED 47 2008 Ridgeline Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted. Route the tether strap downward properly along the seat-back, making sure... the strap is positioned behind the child seat. 1. Route the tether strap over the seat-back, lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown. 4.
... Of Contents Installing a Child Seat 3. Driver and Passenger Safety CENTER TETHER ANCHOR 3. Place the child seat on the outside of the seat bottom. 5. CONTINUED 47 2008 Ridgeline Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted. Route the tether strap downward properly along the seat-back, making sure... the strap is positioned behind the child seat. 1. Route the tether strap over the seat-back, lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown. 4.
Owner's Manual
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... possible. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: 1. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with your dealer. CONTINUED 91 2008 Ridgeline Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from extreme temperature. Protect the transmitter from the keypad by prying its middle seam with a small Phillips-head screwdriver. 2. Do not immerse... on the button to be reprogrammed by your fingernail. 3. SCREW BATTERY Replacing the Transmitter Battery Instruments and Controls If it takes several pushes on the cover.
... possible. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: 1. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with your dealer. CONTINUED 91 2008 Ridgeline Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from extreme temperature. Protect the transmitter from the keypad by prying its middle seam with a small Phillips-head screwdriver. 2. Do not immerse... on the button to be reprogrammed by your fingernail. 3. SCREW BATTERY Replacing the Transmitter Battery Instruments and Controls If it takes several pushes on the cover.
Owner's Manual
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... may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. 92 2008 Ridgeline Install the parts in reverse order. 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... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. An improperly disposed of the cover with the side facing down. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...
... may cause undesired operation. This device complies with Part 15 of the device. 92 2008 Ridgeline Install the parts in reverse order. 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... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. An improperly disposed of the cover with the side facing down. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) ...
Owner's Manual
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... motor. PARKING BRAKE PEDAL Opening or closing it is covered with your foot. Make sure everyone's hands are clear of the switch ( ). Opening either front door cancels this function. Release the switch when the moonroof gets to the desired position. CONTINUED 111 2008 Ridgeline Make sure all hands and fingers are away from...
... motor. PARKING BRAKE PEDAL Opening or closing it is covered with your foot. Make sure everyone's hands are clear of the switch ( ). Opening either front door cancels this function. Release the switch when the moonroof gets to the desired position. CONTINUED 111 2008 Ridgeline Make sure all hands and fingers are away from...
Owner's Manual
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Do not use the sun visor, pull it down. The light will not come on its slider. Pull up the cover. The light comes on when you are getting into or out of the vehicle. In this position, the sun visor can be adjusted by moving ... sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it on if the sun visor is slid outward. 119 2008 Ridgeline Vanity Mirror Instruments and Controls SUN VISOR To use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items...
Do not use the sun visor, pull it down. The light will not come on its slider. Pull up the cover. The light comes on when you are getting into or out of the vehicle. In this position, the sun visor can be adjusted by moving ... sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it on if the sun visor is slid outward. 119 2008 Ridgeline Vanity Mirror Instruments and Controls SUN VISOR To use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight and Temperature Sensors On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 134 2008 Ridgeline A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is under the steering column.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight and Temperature Sensors On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 134 2008 Ridgeline A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is under the steering column.
Owner's Manual
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... off and the sound will fade completely as you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. Those bands cover these exact frequencies. Stations must use these frequencies: AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz Radio stations on many factors... receive the complete AM and FM bands. Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on the FM band are listening to . 142 2008 Ridgeline
... off and the sound will fade completely as you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker, and the station drifting in and out. Those bands cover these exact frequencies. Stations must use these frequencies: AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHz FM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz Radio stations on many factors... receive the complete AM and FM bands. Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on the FM band are listening to . 142 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... is always on. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Compass Function If equipped REAR VIEW MIRROR Your vehicle has a compass in the compass is not covering the sensor. To turn the compass on or off, press the compass button on when you turn the ignition switch to check the vehicle direction... that are mounted by accessories such as a reference point. The compass mirror has a light sensor behind the right side of the rear view mirror. 172 2008 Ridgeline
... is always on. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Compass Function If equipped REAR VIEW MIRROR Your vehicle has a compass in the compass is not covering the sensor. To turn the compass on or off, press the compass button on when you turn the ignition switch to check the vehicle direction... that are mounted by accessories such as a reference point. The compass mirror has a light sensor behind the right side of the rear view mirror. 172 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... be used to carry a slide-in camper. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 191 ). 188 2008 Ridgeline Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding...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. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can be sure it...
... be used to carry a slide-in camper. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 191 ). 188 2008 Ridgeline Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding...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. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can be sure it...
Owner's Manual
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...far forward as an extended pickup bed. If you stack items higher than the bed sides, tailgate, or back window, secure them with a net or cover. Make sure all items are clear of the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop . Make sure your vehicle's center of the rear axle. The ... bed. The maximum allowable weight on the pickup bed is properly loaded and all passengers ride in a seat and wear a seat belt properly. 194 2008 Ridgeline People who ride in the pickup bed can affect handling and performance. Allowing passengers to ride in the pickup bed or on the pickup bed...
...far forward as an extended pickup bed. If you stack items higher than the bed sides, tailgate, or back window, secure them with a net or cover. Make sure all items are clear of the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop . Make sure your vehicle's center of the rear axle. The ... bed. The maximum allowable weight on the pickup bed is properly loaded and all passengers ride in a seat and wear a seat belt properly. 194 2008 Ridgeline People who ride in the pickup bed can affect handling and performance. Allowing passengers to ride in the pickup bed or on the pickup bed...
Owner's Manual
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... used to hold lightweight items in the bed, a repair kit is available from being thrown outward in bed liner products. 196 2008 Ridgeline Optional Cargo Cover The cargo cover can be used to cover the cargo area on the pickup bed. Pickup Bed Repair Your vehicle's pickup bed has a rust resistant surface. To avoid problems...
... used to hold lightweight items in the bed, a repair kit is available from being thrown outward in bed liner products. 196 2008 Ridgeline Optional Cargo Cover The cargo cover can be used to cover the cargo area on the pickup bed. Pickup Bed Repair Your vehicle's pickup bed has a rust resistant surface. To avoid problems...
Owner's Manual
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... lower gear. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the notch of the shift lock release slot cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission First (1) To shift from second to first, pull the shift lever towards you to move the...in , the engine speed will run normally when you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. CONTINUED 205 2008 Ridgeline If you are in the engine's computer controls. Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you shift into first ...
... lower gear. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the notch of the shift lock release slot cover. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission First (1) To shift from second to first, pull the shift lever towards you to move the...in , the engine speed will run normally when you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. CONTINUED 205 2008 Ridgeline If you are in the engine's computer controls. Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you shift into first ...