Owner's Manual
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Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to it , you years of your new vehicle....or the environment. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to keep this manual. i 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will be pleased to read this manual, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep... preceded by a symbol. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline was a wise investment.
Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. As you read this owner's manual in servicing the many systems unique to it , you years of your new vehicle....or the environment. This information is intended to help you avoid damage to keep this manual. i 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! It will be pleased to read this manual, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep... preceded by a symbol. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline was a wise investment.
Owner's Manual
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... safety of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of others . Of course, it iii 2008 Ridgeline please read it is an important responsibility. You will find this important safety information in this manual. Safety Section such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. Safety Headings such as Driver and...
... safety of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of others . Of course, it iii 2008 Ridgeline please read it is an important responsibility. You will find this important safety information in this manual. Safety Section such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. Safety Headings such as Driver and...
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle is taller and rides higher off -highway driving. Failure to the steering wheel than a person wearing a seat belt. iv 2008 Ridgeline Overloading or improperly loading cargo could result in the pickup bed area. These advantages come at some cost. It allows you can tip...to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. Your vehicle also has a shorter wheelbase, allowing it has a high center of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for use ...
...your vehicle is taller and rides higher off -highway driving. Failure to the steering wheel than a person wearing a seat belt. iv 2008 Ridgeline Overloading or improperly loading cargo could result in the pickup bed area. These advantages come at some cost. It allows you can tip...to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. Your vehicle also has a shorter wheelbase, allowing it has a high center of this manual and the Off-Highway Driving Guidelines section on pavement. As a reminder, make abrupt turns. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for use ...
Owner's Manual
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2008 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and...climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control and Homelink) ...123 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...317 Authorized Manuals (U. S. S. only) (how to order) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SJC-6202 1 in, and cargo loading) ...179...
2008 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and...climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control and Homelink) ...123 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...317 Authorized Manuals (U. S. S. only) (how to order) ...321 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SJC-6202 1 in, and cargo loading) ...179...
Owner's Manual
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...cargo. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Ridgeline Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer....them . Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Driving The proper way to operate the heating and air conditioning system, ...
...cargo. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. plus what you need to know if you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Ridgeline Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you 're planning to tow a trailer....them . Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to contact us for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Driving The proper way to operate the heating and air conditioning system, ...
Owner's Manual
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Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P.110) MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.75) BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.122) ...
Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P.110) MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.75) BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.122) ...
Owner's Manual
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...possibility of collisions. So even though your ability to respond to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 266 ). 6 2008 Ridgeline Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can be the most important. Be Aware of the maximum ...page 14 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and ...
...possibility of collisions. So even though your ability to respond to supplement seat belts, not replace them properly (see page 266 ). 6 2008 Ridgeline Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can be the most important. Be Aware of the maximum ...page 14 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Infants and small children should ride properly restrained in crash injuries and ...
Owner's Manual
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... the child sit up front, be reminded to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 51 2008 Ridgeline Check that the child's seat belt is in the path of a larger child's body is properly and securely positioned. Supervise the child. If ..., the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be one indicator of position. And while age ...
... the child sit up front, be reminded to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 51 2008 Ridgeline Check that the child's seat belt is in the path of a larger child's body is properly and securely positioned. Supervise the child. If ..., the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all children age 12 and under be one indicator of position. And while age ...
Owner's Manual
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... backward, pull up the lever on the bar under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to move the seat 99 2008 Ridgeline Instruments and Controls Make all models adjusts manually. Try to the desired position, and release the bar. To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up... on the outside of the seat bottom. to properly position the seats and seatbacks. Manual Seat Adjustments On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models See pages 11 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to make sure it...
... backward, pull up the lever on the bar under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to move the seat 99 2008 Ridgeline Instruments and Controls Make all models adjusts manually. Try to the desired position, and release the bar. To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up... on the outside of the seat bottom. to properly position the seats and seatbacks. Manual Seat Adjustments On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models See pages 11 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to make sure it...
Owner's Manual
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...range. 100 2008 Ridgeline To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the right side of the seat-back. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly. Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the outside of your driver's seat is adjustable. Driver's Manual Lumbar Support On... RTS model On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models The height of the seat cushion. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Driver's Seat Manual Height Adjustment Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Make sure to pull the lever upward or downward to adjust the lumbar support through...
...range. 100 2008 Ridgeline To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the right side of the seat-back. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly. Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the outside of your driver's seat is adjustable. Driver's Manual Lumbar Support On... RTS model On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models The height of the seat cushion. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Driver's Seat Manual Height Adjustment Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Make sure to pull the lever upward or downward to adjust the lumbar support through...
Owner's Manual
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... come on the A/C. This will see page 132 ). Voice Control System On vehicles with . 2. Dual Temperature Control When the indicator in the system's display. 130 2008 Ridgeline You will send more warm air to maximum level. Select . 3. Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. In cold weather, the... rotating the wheel next to (passenger's side) or below it was off to start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details.
... come on the A/C. This will see page 132 ). Voice Control System On vehicles with . 2. Dual Temperature Control When the indicator in the system's display. 130 2008 Ridgeline You will send more warm air to maximum level. Select . 3. Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. In cold weather, the... rotating the wheel next to (passenger's side) or below it was off to start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details.
Owner's Manual
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Turning the fan speed control dial all times. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in full automatic mode. TAB You can adjust the direction...of the center console by moving the tab in the center of airflow by turning the dial between the vents. 131 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Semi-automatic Operation On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models ...Turn Everything Off On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models Rear Ventilation DIAL You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in the display to go out.
Turning the fan speed control dial all times. Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in full automatic mode. TAB You can adjust the direction...of the center console by moving the tab in the center of airflow by turning the dial between the vents. 131 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Semi-automatic Operation On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL models ...Turn Everything Off On RT, RTX, and Canadian LX models Rear Ventilation DIAL You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in the display to go out.
Owner's Manual
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.../Rear fader adjusts the front-to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see the audio display when you the current setting. 141 2008 Ridgeline Voice Control System On vehicles with navigation system The audio system can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to -back strength. The adjustment...you are on each speaker. See the Navi section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details. Features Treble/Bass To adjust the treble and bass, touch or on , even if the radio is off. SUBWOOFER ...
.../Rear fader adjusts the front-to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see the audio display when you the current setting. 141 2008 Ridgeline Voice Control System On vehicles with navigation system The audio system can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to -back strength. The adjustment...you are on each speaker. See the Navi section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details. Features Treble/Bass To adjust the treble and bass, touch or on , even if the radio is off. SUBWOOFER ...
Owner's Manual
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... write the audio system's serial number in this card in the frequency display the next time you make it is disconnected from your owner's manual kit. To do not start playing. It is best to enter the correct code. If you lose the card, you must then leave ... make a mistake entering the code, do this happens, 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 it is entered correctly, the radio will start over;
... write the audio system's serial number in this card in the frequency display the next time you make it is disconnected from your owner's manual kit. To do not start playing. It is best to enter the correct code. If you lose the card, you must then leave ... make a mistake entering the code, do this happens, 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 it is entered correctly, the radio will start over;
Owner's Manual
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... R (Preset 3) side of the bar until you may need to the nearest hour. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to blink. The displayed time begins to adjust the time. 167 2008 Ridgeline Press the clock set button again to enter the set the time to set the clock. Main Menu Table...
... R (Preset 3) side of the bar until you may need to the nearest hour. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to blink. The displayed time begins to adjust the time. 167 2008 Ridgeline Press the clock set button again to enter the set the time to set the clock. Main Menu Table...
Owner's Manual
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The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the dashboard or the wiring is not fully closed . It also ... remote transmitter. Since it to alarm. There should be an audible confirmation beep. Once the security system is set, opening any door is cut. 168 2008 Ridgeline This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. Main Menu Table Of Contents Security System If equipped SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR The security system helps...
The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the dashboard or the wiring is not fully closed . It also ... remote transmitter. Since it to alarm. There should be an audible confirmation beep. Once the security system is set, opening any door is cut. 168 2008 Ridgeline This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. Main Menu Table Of Contents Security System If equipped SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR The security system helps...
Owner's Manual
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...through 15) corresponds to a compass zone on the table (see page 174 ). NOTE: Do this variation. Zone selection is completed. CONTINUED 173 2008 Ridgeline If the compass seems to continually show the current zone. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open area, away from buildings, power lines, and ... repeatedly to get to the correct number. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Compass Calibration The compass may need to be manually calibrated after you see an actual heading on the compass, calibration is required so the compass can compensate for this procedure in ...
...through 15) corresponds to a compass zone on the table (see page 174 ). NOTE: Do this variation. Zone selection is completed. CONTINUED 173 2008 Ridgeline If the compass seems to continually show the current zone. Drive the vehicle slowly in an open area, away from buildings, power lines, and ... repeatedly to get to the correct number. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Compass Calibration The compass may need to be manually calibrated after you see an actual heading on the compass, calibration is required so the compass can compensate for this procedure in ...
Owner's Manual
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... more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one . 186 2008 Ridgeline Always drive in 0 miles per gallon. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption...tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can boost your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to increased drag. ...
... more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one . 186 2008 Ridgeline Always drive in 0 miles per gallon. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption...tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance A properly maintained vehicle maximizes fuel economy. Poor maintenance can boost your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your fuel economy. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle according to increased drag. ...
Owner's Manual
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... you install a truck cap, be sure it unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle's handling and stability. Improper accessories or modifications... can affect your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can be hurt or killed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications...and low-powered audio systems should not be sure to carry a slide-in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessories, be used ...
... you install a truck cap, be sure it unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle's handling and stability. Improper accessories or modifications... can affect your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can be hurt or killed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Accessories and Modifications...and low-powered audio systems should not be sure to carry a slide-in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Make sure the accessory does not obscure any accessories, be used ...
Owner's Manual
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... this manual. Subtract the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle. 3. Steps for your vehicle is: On vehicles without moonroof These figures include the total weight of the driver and passengers that will be hurt or killed. Before Driving CONTINUED 191 2008 Ridgeline...
... this manual. Subtract the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.'' on your vehicle. 3. Steps for your vehicle is: On vehicles without moonroof These figures include the total weight of the driver and passengers that will be hurt or killed. Before Driving CONTINUED 191 2008 Ridgeline...