Owner's Manual
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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118) : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.70) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.172) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 29) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES...
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118) : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.70) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.172) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 29) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES...
Owner's Manual
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... Remote Transmitter ...90 Dual-Action Tailgate...93 In-Bed Trunk TM ...96 Seats ...99 Seat Heaters ...105 Power Windows ...107 Moonroof ...110 Parking Brake ...111 Mirrors ...112 Interior Convenience Items ...114 Center Console ...115 Console Compartments ...115 Cargo Hooks ...116 Beverage Holders ...116 Glove Box ...117 Coat Hooks ...117 Sunglasses Holder...
... Remote Transmitter ...90 Dual-Action Tailgate...93 In-Bed Trunk TM ...96 Seats ...99 Seat Heaters ...105 Power Windows ...107 Moonroof ...110 Parking Brake ...111 Mirrors ...112 Interior Convenience Items ...114 Center Console ...115 Console Compartments ...115 Cargo Hooks ...116 Beverage Holders ...116 Glove Box ...117 Coat Hooks ...117 Sunglasses Holder...
Owner's Manual
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CENTER CONSOLE (P.115) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118) : If equipped 58 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.172) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.70) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135) ...AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.165) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.124) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.130) GLOVE BOX (P.117) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.107) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.183) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE RELEASE ...
CENTER CONSOLE (P.115) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118) : If equipped 58 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.172) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.59) GAUGES (P.70) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135) ...AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.165) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.124) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.130) GLOVE BOX (P.117) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.107) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.183) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE RELEASE ...
Owner's Manual
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... . Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you . Keep the inside mirror has day and night positions. TAB If equipped The rear view mirror has a compass function to Compass on page 172 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Driving the vehicle with the parking ...brake on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position. 112 2008 Ridgeline The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. Refer...
... . Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you . Keep the inside mirror has day and night positions. TAB If equipped The rear view mirror has a compass function to Compass on page 172 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Parking Brake, Mirrors Mirrors Driving the vehicle with the parking ...brake on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position. 112 2008 Ridgeline The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. Refer...
Owner's Manual
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This turns the adjustment switch off . 113 2008 Ridgeline Heated Mirrors HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Instruments and Controls SELECTOR SWITCH 1. Press the button again to turn on as a reminder. Turn the ignition switch to remove fog and frost. If equipped The outside mirrors are heated to the ON (II) ...Move the selector switch to the center (off) position. When you finish, move the mirror right, left, up, or down. Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH 4. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to keep your settings.
This turns the adjustment switch off . 113 2008 Ridgeline Heated Mirrors HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Instruments and Controls SELECTOR SWITCH 1. Press the button again to turn on as a reminder. Turn the ignition switch to remove fog and frost. If equipped The outside mirrors are heated to the ON (II) ...Move the selector switch to the center (off) position. When you finish, move the mirror right, left, up, or down. Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH 4. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to keep your settings.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR SUNGLASSES HOLDER CENTER UPPER POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS CENTER POCKET SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLE CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET : On vehicle without navigation system BEVERAGE HOLDERS 114 2008 Ridgeline
Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR SUNGLASSES HOLDER CENTER UPPER POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS CENTER POCKET SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLE CONSOLE COMPARTMENT BEVERAGE HOLDER COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET : On vehicle without navigation system BEVERAGE HOLDERS 114 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... moving it on if the sun visor is slid outward. 119 2008 Ridgeline Do not use the sun visor, pull it down. Pull up the cover. Vanity Mirror Instruments and Controls SUN VISOR To use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. The light will not come on its slider. When using the... Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you pull up the vanity mirror cover to use it.
... moving it on if the sun visor is slid outward. 119 2008 Ridgeline Do not use the sun visor, pull it down. Pull up the cover. Vanity Mirror Instruments and Controls SUN VISOR To use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror. The light will not come on its slider. When using the... Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you pull up the vanity mirror cover to use it.
Owner's Manual
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... center position icons come on when you turn the compass on or off, press the compass button on the back of the rear view mirror. COMPASS BUTTON The compass can also be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, ... Table Of Contents Compass Compass Function If equipped REAR VIEW MIRROR Your vehicle has a compass in the compass is not covering the sensor. The compass mirror has a light sensor behind the right side of the rear view mirror. 172 2008 Ridgeline Make sure the extended sun visor or an accessory is always...
... center position icons come on when you turn the compass on or off, press the compass button on the back of the rear view mirror. COMPASS BUTTON The compass can also be affected by driving near power lines or stations, across bridges, through tunnels, over railroad crossings, ... Table Of Contents Compass Compass Function If equipped REAR VIEW MIRROR Your vehicle has a compass in the compass is not covering the sensor. The compass mirror has a light sensor behind the right side of the rear view mirror. 172 2008 Ridgeline Make sure the extended sun visor or an accessory is always...
Owner's Manual
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... of the inside and outside lights are stored properly or fastened down securely. 6. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 59 ). Driving 199 2008 Ridgeline Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that the tailgate is fully closed when it is fully closed and locked. 10.Fasten your vehicle.... be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Make sure the doors and In-Bed Trunk are securely closed . 3. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see pages 99 and 101 ). 7. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to check its pressure. 5. Check that any items you ...
... of the inside and outside lights are stored properly or fastened down securely. 6. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 59 ). Driving 199 2008 Ridgeline Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that the tailgate is fully closed when it is fully closed and locked. 10.Fasten your vehicle.... be carrying are clean and unobstructed. Make sure the doors and In-Bed Trunk are securely closed . 3. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see pages 99 and 101 ). 7. Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to check its pressure. 5. Check that any items you ...
Owner's Manual
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... unhitch the trailer before changing a flat. Sway Control When towing a trailer, we recommend that they don't, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you tow a trailer. Remember to store the trailer's spare tire. Your trailer maker can catch ...the trailer if it . Trailer Mirrors Many states and provinces require special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Safety Chains Spare Tires Always use safety chains ...
... unhitch the trailer before changing a flat. Sway Control When towing a trailer, we recommend that they don't, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you tow a trailer. Remember to store the trailer's spare tire. Your trailer maker can catch ...the trailer if it . Trailer Mirrors Many states and provinces require special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer Safety Chains Spare Tires Always use safety chains ...
Owner's Manual
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.../Taillights Back-up lights License plate lights High-mount brake lights Individual map lights Front Rear Bed lights Console compartment light Glove box light Vanity mirror light Door courtesy lights Battery Capacity 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 60/55 W (HB2) 28/8 W 21... T165/90R17 105M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 12 V 12 V 72 AH/20 HR 60 AH/5 HR 305 2008 Ridgeline
.../Taillights Back-up lights License plate lights High-mount brake lights Individual map lights Front Rear Bed lights Console compartment light Glove box light Vanity mirror light Door courtesy lights Battery Capacity 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 60/55 W (HB2) 28/8 W 21... T165/90R17 105M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 12 V 12 V 72 AH/20 HR 60 AH/5 HR 305 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... High Beams, Turning on ...75, 76 Low Beams, Turning on ...76 Reminder Chime ...77 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...257 Turning On ...76 Head Restraints ...102 Heated Mirrors ...113 Heaters, Seats ...105 Heating and Cooling ...125 G Gas Mileage, Improving...185 Gasoline Fuel Reserve Indicator ...65 Gauge ...71 Octane Requirement ...180 Tank, Filling the...
... High Beams, Turning on ...75, 76 Low Beams, Turning on ...76 Reminder Chime ...77 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...257 Turning On ...76 Head Restraints ...102 Heated Mirrors ...113 Heaters, Seats ...105 Heating and Cooling ...125 G Gas Mileage, Improving...185 Gasoline Fuel Reserve Indicator ...65 Gauge ...71 Octane Requirement ...180 Tank, Filling the...
Owner's Manual
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... Lights ...121 Infant Restraint ...37 Infant Seats ...37 Inflation, Proper Tire ...267 Information Display ...70 Engine Oil Life Indicator ...239 Maintenance Items...242, 246 Inside Mirror ...112 Inspection, Tire ...268 Instrument Panel ...3, 58 Instrument Panel Brightness ...78 Interior Lights ...120 Introduction ...i I Identification Number, Vehicle...302 Ignition Keys...80 Switch ...82 Timing... ...69 Brake (Parking and Brake System) ...63 Charging System ...62 J Jacking Up the Vehicle ...279 Jack, Tire ...279 Jump Starting ...286 K Keys ...80 CONTINUED INDEX V 2008 Ridgeline
... Lights ...121 Infant Restraint ...37 Infant Seats ...37 Inflation, Proper Tire ...267 Information Display ...70 Engine Oil Life Indicator ...239 Maintenance Items...242, 246 Inside Mirror ...112 Inspection, Tire ...268 Instrument Panel ...3, 58 Instrument Panel Brightness ...78 Interior Lights ...120 Introduction ...i I Identification Number, Vehicle...302 Ignition Keys...80 Switch ...82 Timing... ...69 Brake (Parking and Brake System) ...63 Charging System ...62 J Jacking Up the Vehicle ...279 Jack, Tire ...279 Jump Starting ...286 K Keys ...80 CONTINUED INDEX V 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... Engine ...184 Filter ...250 Pressure Indicator ...62, 290 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...248 ON (Ignition Key Position) ...82 Outside Mirrors ...113 Overheating, Engine ...288 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...245 Oxygenated Fuels...180 M Maintenance ...237 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...245 Minder ......239-246 Minder Indicator ...67 Safety...238 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 62, 291 Manual Seat Adjustments...99 Meters, Gauges ...70 Mirrors, Adjusting ...113 Modifying Your Vehicle...189 Moonroof ...110 N Neutral Gear Position...203 New Vehicle Break-in ...180 NOTICE, Explanation of ...
... Engine ...184 Filter ...250 Pressure Indicator ...62, 290 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...248 ON (Ignition Key Position) ...82 Outside Mirrors ...113 Overheating, Engine ...288 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...245 Oxygenated Fuels...180 M Maintenance ...237 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...245 Minder ......239-246 Minder Indicator ...67 Safety...238 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 62, 291 Manual Seat Adjustments...99 Meters, Gauges ...70 Mirrors, Adjusting ...113 Modifying Your Vehicle...189 Moonroof ...110 N Neutral Gear Position...203 New Vehicle Break-in ...180 NOTICE, Explanation of ...
Owner's Manual
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... Protecting Small Children ...38 Using Child Seats with Tethers...46 Using LATCH ...41 Rear Differential Fluid ...254 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...259 Rear View Mirror...112 Rear View Mirror with Compass...172 Rear (Back) Window ...108 Reclining the Seat-Backs ...99, 101 Remote Audio Controls...165 Remote Transmitter ...90 Replacement Information Engine......16 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...14 Seating Capacities...304 CONTINUED R Radiator Overheating ...288 Radio/CD Sound System ...135, 144, 150 INDEX S Safety Belts...8, 19 VII 2008 Ridgeline
... Protecting Small Children ...38 Using Child Seats with Tethers...46 Using LATCH ...41 Rear Differential Fluid ...254 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement ...259 Rear View Mirror...112 Rear View Mirror with Compass...172 Rear (Back) Window ...108 Reclining the Seat-Backs ...99, 101 Remote Audio Controls...165 Remote Transmitter ...90 Replacement Information Engine......16 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...14 Seating Capacities...304 CONTINUED R Radiator Overheating ...288 Radio/CD Sound System ...135, 144, 150 INDEX S Safety Belts...8, 19 VII 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... Unleaded Gasoline...180 WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...54 Warranty Coverages ...319 CONTINUED INDEX Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...250 V Vanity Mirror ...119 Vehicle Capacity Load ...191, 304 Vehicle Dimensions...304 Vehicle Identification Number...302 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...215 VSA System Indicator ...67, 215 VSA...
... Unleaded Gasoline...180 WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...54 Warranty Coverages ...319 CONTINUED INDEX Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...250 V Vanity Mirror ...119 Vehicle Capacity Load ...191, 304 Vehicle Dimensions...304 Vehicle Identification Number...302 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...215 VSA System Indicator ...67, 215 VSA...