Owner's Manual
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...run the engine with the garage door closed whenever you . Keep the back window tightly closed . Select the 3. Driver and Passenger Safety 55 2009 Ridgeline Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. High levels of the garage. Breathing it can collect rapidly in an ...setting. The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Turn the fan on this page. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in normal driving if you must sit in your vehicle properly and follow the information on high speed. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
...run the engine with the garage door closed whenever you . Keep the back window tightly closed . Select the 3. Driver and Passenger Safety 55 2009 Ridgeline Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The vehicle is toxic. High levels of the garage. Breathing it can collect rapidly in an ...setting. The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Turn the fan on this page. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in normal driving if you must sit in your vehicle properly and follow the information on high speed. 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents...
Owner's Manual
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... ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.70) VTM-4 INDICATOR (P.70) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.63) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.74) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.69) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN... 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.
... ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.70) VTM-4 INDICATOR (P.70) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.63) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.74) A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.69) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN... 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.
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp For more information, see page 374 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 90 ).... multi-information display (see page 375 . For more information, see page 91 ). For more information, see page 90 ). 63 2009 Ridgeline You will also see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on the multi-information display (see page 374 . For more information, see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on when...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp For more information, see page 374 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on the multi-information display (see page 90 ).... multi-information display (see page 375 . For more information, see page 91 ). For more information, see page 90 ). 63 2009 Ridgeline You will also see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message on the multi-information display (see page 374 . For more information, see a ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' message on when...
Owner's Manual
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... Contents Gauges Information Display On models without navigation system SELECT BUTTON On models with navigation system The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature (if equipped), current fuel mileage, average fuel mileage, range (estimated distance), and maintenance item code(s). For information about the multiinformation display, see...
... Contents Gauges Information Display On models without navigation system SELECT BUTTON On models with navigation system The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature (if equipped), current fuel mileage, average fuel mileage, range (estimated distance), and maintenance item code(s). For information about the multiinformation display, see...
Owner's Manual
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model is shown. 78 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ODOMETER ODOMETER SELECT button TRIP/RESET button TRIP METER A AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE A TRIP METER B AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE B CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP METER A RANGE CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP METER B RANGE TRIP METER A TRIP METER B ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S.
model is shown. 78 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ODOMETER ODOMETER SELECT button TRIP/RESET button TRIP METER A AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE A TRIP METER B AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE B CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP METER A RANGE CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP METER B RANGE TRIP METER A TRIP METER B ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... retighten it until it clicks at least once. To scroll to page 313 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 81 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder Check Fuel Cap Message The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine... oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in your vehicle's evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL...
... retighten it until it clicks at least once. To scroll to page 313 for continued troublefree driving. Instruments and Controls 81 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder Check Fuel Cap Message The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine... oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in your vehicle's evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL...
Owner's Manual
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... receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. 86 2009 Ridgeline The display changes as shown. Canada ENGINE OIL LIFE This shows the remaining life of each tire in this monitor. If one or more information, see page 282 . For...
... receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicle's Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone. 86 2009 Ridgeline The display changes as shown. Canada ENGINE OIL LIFE This shows the remaining life of each tire in this monitor. If one or more information, see page 282 . For...
Owner's Manual
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... are several messages to come on. To see the message again, press the INFO ( or ) button, 5 seconds after the display disappears. CONTINUED 89 2009 Ridgeline You will also hear a beep when the system message comes on the multi-information display: Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with one or... more messages. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on for the first time. Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display...
... are several messages to come on. To see the message again, press the INFO ( or ) button, 5 seconds after the display disappears. CONTINUED 89 2009 Ridgeline You will also hear a beep when the system message comes on the multi-information display: Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with one or... more messages. It does this by interrupting the current display with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is a list of messages shown on for the first time. Here is not fully closed, the multi-information display...
Owner's Manual
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... driving your vehicle, please read the information in Period ...248 Fuel Recommendation ...248 Service Station Procedures ...249 Refueling...249 Opening and Closing the Hood ...252 Oil Check ...253 Engine Coolant Check ...253 Fuel Economy ...254 Accessories and Modifications ...257 Carrying Cargo ...259 Before Driving 247...
... driving your vehicle, please read the information in Period ...248 Fuel Recommendation ...248 Service Station Procedures ...249 Refueling...249 Opening and Closing the Hood ...252 Oil Check ...253 Engine Coolant Check ...253 Fuel Economy ...254 Accessories and Modifications ...257 Carrying Cargo ...259 Before Driving 247...
Owner's Manual
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... gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol or MTBE. During this happens, contact your Quick Start Guide. 248 2009 Ridgeline Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. If you drive during the first 600 miles...
... gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol or MTBE. During this happens, contact your Quick Start Guide. 248 2009 Ridgeline Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. If you drive during the first 600 miles...
Owner's Manual
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...page 329 for information about checking other items on page 326 . If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 253 2009 Ridgeline If it is between the upper and lower marks. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Wipe off before... you check the oil. 1. It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine ...
...page 329 for information about checking other items on page 326 . If it is near or below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Oil on your vehicle. 253 2009 Ridgeline If it is between the upper and lower marks. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Wipe off before... you check the oil. 1. It should be between the MAX and MIN lines. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine ...
Owner's Manual
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...with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h)....rolling resistance. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: 255 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving...
...with a heavy load or the air conditioner running Improperly inflated tires Improving Fuel Economy Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h)....rolling resistance. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. For example: 255 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving...
Owner's Manual
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... starting to drive. They are used to secure cargo on the pickup bed and to install a cargo net for securing items. Do not use any oil or fluid on the pickup bed. This could cause very serious injuries or death in the In-Bed Trunk space. Be sure to tighten motorcycles... eight tie down or motorcycle strap, according to the motorcycle maker's instructions. The floor panel of the pickup bed to secure cargo or nets. 264 2009 Ridgeline TIE DOWN CLEAT You can be seriously injured or killed. No one should ride in any position on the pickup bed or in a collision. Main...
... starting to drive. They are used to secure cargo on the pickup bed and to install a cargo net for securing items. Do not use any oil or fluid on the pickup bed. This could cause very serious injuries or death in the In-Bed Trunk space. Be sure to tighten motorcycles... eight tie down or motorcycle strap, according to the motorcycle maker's instructions. The floor panel of the pickup bed to secure cargo or nets. 264 2009 Ridgeline TIE DOWN CLEAT You can be seriously injured or killed. No one should ride in any position on the pickup bed or in a collision. Main...
Owner's Manual
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... more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety ...312 Maintenance Minder ...313 Fluid Locations...325 Adding Engine Oil ...326 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...327 Engine Coolant ...329 Windshield Washers ...330 Automatic Transmission Fluid...331 Rear Differential Fluid ...333 Transfer Assembly Fluid ...333 Brake Fluid... ...344 Floor Mats ...345 Dust and Pollen Filter ...345 Wiper Blades ...346 Wheels ...348 Tires ...348 Checking the Battery ...356 Vehicle Storage ...357 Maintenance 311 2009 Ridgeline
... more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety ...312 Maintenance Minder ...313 Fluid Locations...325 Adding Engine Oil ...326 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...327 Engine Coolant ...329 Windshield Washers ...330 Automatic Transmission Fluid...331 Rear Differential Fluid ...333 Transfer Assembly Fluid ...333 Brake Fluid... ...344 Floor Mats ...345 Dust and Pollen Filter ...345 Wiper Blades ...346 Wheels ...348 Tires ...348 Checking the Battery ...356 Vehicle Storage ...357 Maintenance 311 2009 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% Engine Oil Life Display On models without navigation system ENGINE OIL SELECT BUTTON LIFE DISPLAY U.S. CONTINUED 313 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display or multiinformation display (depending...
... (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% Engine Oil Life Display On models without navigation system ENGINE OIL SELECT BUTTON LIFE DISPLAY U.S. CONTINUED 313 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display or multiinformation display (depending...
Owner's Manual
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... come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent, you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 314 2009 Ridgeline The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicator reminds you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. model is...
... come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent, you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 314 2009 Ridgeline The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicator reminds you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. model is...
Owner's Manual
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... switch to the ON (II) position, then it goes out if you see page 316 ). Negative mileage means your dealer. CONTINUED Maintenance 315 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the... oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. Press and release the SELECT button on in the instrument panel. ...
... switch to the ON (II) position, then it goes out if you see page 316 ). Negative mileage means your dealer. CONTINUED Maintenance 315 2009 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the... oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. Press and release the SELECT button on in the instrument panel. ...
Owner's Manual
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...models without navigation system MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM(S) Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display On models without navigation system Your dealer will see page 324 . 316 2009 Ridgeline Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer, ...reset the maintenance minder as follows. When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance ...
...models without navigation system MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM(S) Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display On models without navigation system Your dealer will see page 324 . 316 2009 Ridgeline Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer, ...reset the maintenance minder as follows. When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance ...
Owner's Manual
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... 5 seconds. CONTINUED 317 2009 Ridgeline Press the TRIP/RESET button for about 10 seconds. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder On models with navigation system SEL/RESET BUTTON ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY U.S. model is displayed (see page 83 ). The engine oil life and the maintenance item... code(s) will reset to ''100.'' Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to the ON (...
... 5 seconds. CONTINUED 317 2009 Ridgeline Press the TRIP/RESET button for about 10 seconds. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder On models with navigation system SEL/RESET BUTTON ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY U.S. model is displayed (see page 83 ). The engine oil life and the maintenance item... code(s) will reset to ''100.'' Maintenance To see the current engine oil life, turn the ignition switch to the ON (...
Owner's Manual
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... indicator on the instrument panel will also come on the dashboard. Then the display will sound. 318 2009 Ridgeline At this time, the system message indicator will also be turned off. When the remaining engine oil life is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To cancel the system message, press and...
... indicator on the instrument panel will also come on the dashboard. Then the display will sound. 318 2009 Ridgeline At this time, the system message indicator will also be turned off. When the remaining engine oil life is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To cancel the system message, press and...