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... SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 3 (P.218) HORN 1 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.99) 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On models without navigation system. 4 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.98) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.131) 2 TRIP/RESET BUTTON (P.76) SHIFT LEVER (P.271) VTM-4 LOCK (P.276) 5 SELECT...
... SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 3 (P.218) HORN 1 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.99) 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. On models without navigation system. 4 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.98) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.131) 2 TRIP/RESET BUTTON (P.76) SHIFT LEVER (P.271) VTM-4 LOCK (P.276) 5 SELECT...
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...for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who are closed and locked. On models without navigation system On models with the key in the front. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide ...door and tailgate open indicator on the information display to drive or ride in the ON (II) position. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 Ridgeline Before driving, be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to indicate when the tailgate or a specific door is not tightly...
...for important guidelines on how to properly protect infants, small children, and larger children who are closed and locked. On models without navigation system On models with the key in the front. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction The following pages provide ...door and tailgate open indicator on the information display to drive or ride in the ON (II) position. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 Ridgeline Before driving, be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to indicate when the tailgate or a specific door is not tightly...
Owner's Manual
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... is locked into position. See page 119 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 14 2009 Ridgeline Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust the front seats. On RT and Canadian DX and VP models Once your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front...
... is locked into position. See page 119 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 14 2009 Ridgeline Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust the front seats. On RT and Canadian DX and VP models Once your chest and the airbag cover in serious injury or death if the front...
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... will also see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the floor that is not fastened before your seat belts. On models with navigation system If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is on the seat... system includes lap/ shoulder belts in the seat-back pocket. The seat belt system includes an indicator on and the beeper should not sound. 20 2009 Ridgeline If no items on . You will flash again at regular intervals. The front seat belts are found, have your passengers to the ON (II) ...
... will also see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the floor that is not fastened before your seat belts. On models with navigation system If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the driver's seat belt is latched and there is on the seat... system includes lap/ shoulder belts in the seat-back pocket. The seat belt system includes an indicator on and the beeper should not sound. 20 2009 Ridgeline If no items on . You will flash again at regular intervals. The front seat belts are found, have your passengers to the ON (II) ...
Owner's Manual
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... been shut off (see any of an infant or small child) on the front passenger's seat. On models with the airbag. CONTINUED 31 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags On models with navigation system You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display...
... been shut off (see any of an infant or small child) on the front passenger's seat. On models with the airbag. CONTINUED 31 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags On models with navigation system You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display...
Owner's Manual
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Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 36 2009 Ridgeline models) and on these labels. Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S.
Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 36 2009 Ridgeline models) and on these labels. Models SUN VISORS DASHBOARD To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S.
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models RADIATOR CAP SUN VISOR U.S. models only SUN VISORS U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only 56 2009 Ridgeline Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S.
models RADIATOR CAP SUN VISOR U.S. models only SUN VISORS U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only 56 2009 Ridgeline Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S.
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models Canadian models 57 2009 Ridgeline models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety PICKUP BED U.S. models Canadian models DOORJAMBS U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD U.S.
models Canadian models 57 2009 Ridgeline models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety PICKUP BED U.S. models Canadian models DOORJAMBS U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD U.S.
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Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 1 : On models with navigation system. 2 : On models without navigation system. 3 : On RTS, RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models. 61 2009 Ridgeline instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel LIGHTS ON INDICATOR(P.69) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR 2 (P.73) LOW TIRE PRESSURE ...
Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 1 : On models with navigation system. 2 : On models without navigation system. 3 : On RTS, RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models. 61 2009 Ridgeline instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel LIGHTS ON INDICATOR(P.69) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR 2 (P.73) LOW TIRE PRESSURE ...
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..., the indicator comes on . If either of you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 20 . 62 2009 Ridgeline On models with navigation system You will flash again at regular intervals. A beeper also sounds if you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before...
..., the indicator comes on . If either of you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 20 . 62 2009 Ridgeline On models with navigation system You will flash again at regular intervals. A beeper also sounds if you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before...
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For more information, see page 374 . On models with navigation system Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on the multi-information display (see page 90 ). 63 2009 Ridgeline Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator... comes on when the engine is running, the battery is running. For more information, see page 375 . For more information, see page 375 . On models with navigation system You...
For more information, see page 374 . On models with navigation system Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on the multi-information display (see page 90 ). 63 2009 Ridgeline Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator... comes on when the engine is running, the battery is running. For more information, see page 375 . For more information, see page 375 . On models with navigation system You...
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...it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. On models with your side airbags, passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags, rollover sensor, automatic seat belt... will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 30 . On models with your front airbags. Canada You will also alert you to a potential problem with navigation system U.S. Main Menu ...-information display (see page 31 . For more information, see page 90 ). 64 2009 Ridgeline
...it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. On models with your side airbags, passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags, rollover sensor, automatic seat belt... will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 30 . On models with your front airbags. Canada You will also alert you to a potential problem with navigation system U.S. Main Menu ...-information display (see page 31 . For more information, see page 90 ). 64 2009 Ridgeline
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...also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 90 ). 65 2009 Ridgeline For more information, see page 90 ). 1. Canada On models with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2. It is running, or if it stays ... sounds if you drive with the brake system. If it comes on after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. On models with navigation system Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on when you have fully released the parking brake ...
...also see a ''LOW BRAKE FLUID'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 90 ). 65 2009 Ridgeline For more information, see page 90 ). 1. Canada On models with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2. It is running, or if it stays ... sounds if you drive with the brake system. If it comes on after you turn the ignition switch to check the parking brake. On models with navigation system Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''RELEASE PARKING BRAKE'' message on when you have fully released the parking brake ...
Owner's Manual
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...and when the ignition switch is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page 101 ). On models with the ABS. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you turn signal bulbs is a problem with...indicator comes on at a dealer. Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other time, there is burned out (see page 91 ). 66 2009 Ridgeline With the indicator on the multiinformation display (see pages 338 and 340 ). If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one...
...and when the ignition switch is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page 101 ). On models with the ABS. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you turn signal bulbs is a problem with...indicator comes on at a dealer. Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other time, there is burned out (see page 91 ). 66 2009 Ridgeline With the indicator on the multiinformation display (see pages 338 and 340 ). If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one...
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... on the cruise control system by your dealer. See page 207 for information on with a circuit. For more information, see page 91 ). 67 2009 Ridgeline Cruise Main Indicator Washer Level Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is a problem with navigation system Instruments and Controls If you... (see page 95 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Daytime Running Lights Indicator If this indicator (see page 207 ). On models with navigation system High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control.
... on the cruise control system by your dealer. See page 207 for information on with a circuit. For more information, see page 91 ). 67 2009 Ridgeline Cruise Main Indicator Washer Level Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is a problem with navigation system Instruments and Controls If you... (see page 95 . Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Daytime Running Lights Indicator If this indicator (see page 207 ). On models with navigation system High Beam Indicator This indicator comes on operating the cruise control.
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... Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator On models with navigation system Security System Indicator On RTS, RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on the security system. 68 2009 Ridgeline See page 206 for more information on...
... Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator On models with navigation system Security System Indicator On RTS, RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models You will also see a ''FUEL LOW'' message on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. When the indicator comes on the security system. 68 2009 Ridgeline See page 206 for more information on...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position. Pull to either the or position. On models with navigation system Continuing to drive with the A/T temperature indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 91 ). 69 2009 Ridgeline If it comes on while driving, it is too high. It comes on . It should come...
... may cause serious damage to the ON (II) position. Pull to either the or position. On models with navigation system Continuing to drive with the A/T temperature indicator on the multiinformation display (see page 91 ). 69 2009 Ridgeline If it comes on while driving, it is too high. It comes on . It should come...
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... blinks while driving, the VTM-4 fluid temperature is a problem with navigation system You will not have it does not come on the VSA system. On models with the VSA system. See page 291 for more information on when you turn the ignition switch to the system. 70...
... blinks while driving, the VTM-4 fluid temperature is a problem with navigation system You will not have it does not come on the VSA system. On models with the VSA system. See page 291 for more information on when you turn the ignition switch to the system. 70...
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... system You will be displayed in for scheduled maintenance. See page 313 for more information, see page 291 . Instruments and Controls 71 2009 Ridgeline It comes on the maintenance minder. Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...The maintenance main items and sub items will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 291 ). 3. On models with the VSA system. It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is active (see page 91 ). This indicator goes off...
... system You will be displayed in for scheduled maintenance. See page 313 for more information, see page 291 . Instruments and Controls 71 2009 Ridgeline It comes on the maintenance minder. Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...The maintenance main items and sub items will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 291 ). 3. On models with the VSA system. It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is active (see page 91 ). This indicator goes off...
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... a professional towing service (see page 361 ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator On models with the compact spare (see page 383 ). If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which ... also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on the multi-information display (see page 282 ). 72 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Indicator On models without navigation system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...
... a professional towing service (see page 361 ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator On models with the compact spare (see page 383 ). If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which ... also see a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message on the multi-information display (see page 282 ). 72 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Tire Pressure Indicator On models without navigation system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to...