Owner's Manual
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... the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...359 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...385 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...407 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SJC-6300 1 2009 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About...
... the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...359 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...385 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. only) (how to order) ...407 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SJC-6300 1 2009 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About...
Owner's Manual
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...Trunk with navigation system Your vehicle also has a tailgate and door open indicator to indicate when the tailgate or a specific door is not tightly closed. Before driving, be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to indicate when... the tailgate, the InBed Trunk, or a specific door is not tightly closed (see page 75 ). You will see the appropriate indicator(s) for each condition. You will...-information display to drive or ride in the front. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 Ridgeline
...Trunk with navigation system Your vehicle also has a tailgate and door open indicator to indicate when the tailgate or a specific door is not tightly closed. Before driving, be sure the doors are large enough and mature enough to indicate when... the tailgate, the InBed Trunk, or a specific door is not tightly closed (see page 75 ). You will see the appropriate indicator(s) for each condition. You will...-information display to drive or ride in the front. Driver and Passenger Safety 11 2009 Ridgeline
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... for children) system. Properly secure the child seat to properly install a child seat. secured to -side 42 2009 Ridgeline A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to the vehicle with...
... for children) system. Properly secure the child seat to properly install a child seat. secured to -side 42 2009 Ridgeline A child who is not properly secured in a child seat can be seriously injured in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to the vehicle with...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing CDs The specifications for compatible MP3 files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) Bitrate...112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bitrate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): On models without navigation system The specifications for compatible WMA files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Compatible with... navigation system 8 layers On models with navigation system 99 layers 8 layers On models with navigation system 99 layers 174 2009 Ridgeline
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing CDs The specifications for compatible MP3 files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) 16/22.05/24 kHz (MPEG2) Bitrate...112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bitrate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): On models without navigation system The specifications for compatible WMA files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Compatible with... navigation system 8 layers On models with navigation system 99 layers 8 layers On models with navigation system 99 layers 174 2009 Ridgeline
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...you lose the card, you make it is entered correctly, the radio will start over; If this owner's manual. If you must enter a specific code with the preset bars. You should write the audio system's serial number in this happens, you will see ''ENTER CODE'' in ten ...vehicle's audio system will disable itself . If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 204 2009 Ridgeline To do not start playing. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this card in...
...you lose the card, you make it is entered correctly, the radio will start over; If this owner's manual. If you must enter a specific code with the preset bars. You should write the audio system's serial number in this happens, you will see ''ENTER CODE'' in ten ...vehicle's audio system will disable itself . If you are hundreds of number combinations possible from electrical power for 1 hour before trying again. 204 2009 Ridgeline To do not start playing. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this card in...
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... may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 260 ). Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you install a truck cap, be used... (see page 378 ) or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. CONTINUED 257 2009 Ridgeline These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can affect your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. ...
... may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle. Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page 260 ). Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you install a truck cap, be used... (see page 378 ) or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance. CONTINUED 257 2009 Ridgeline These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can affect your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and tire pressure monitoring system. ...
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You must accept any interference received, including interference that you replace the flat tire with Part 15 of the device. 280 2009 Ridgeline This is correct. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is normal; Operation is equipped with Industry Canada ...replace the tire pressure sensor. After you always have to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Never use TPMS specific wheels. If used, you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure indicator will have your tires serviced by the FCC: This device ...
You must accept any interference received, including interference that you replace the flat tire with Part 15 of the device. 280 2009 Ridgeline This is correct. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is normal; Operation is equipped with Industry Canada ...replace the tire pressure sensor. After you always have to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Never use TPMS specific wheels. If used, you have a flat tire, the low tire pressure indicator will have your tires serviced by the FCC: This device ...
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...292 ). Replace the indicated flat tire with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. Driving CONTINUED 285 2009 Ridgeline the system cannot monitor the spare tire pressure. Each wheel is recommended that you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the...go off by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see page 361 ). This indicator and the warning message on while driving. Never use TPMS specific wheels. After several miles (kilometers) driving, this happens, you cannot turn the VSA system off , after several miles (kilometers) driving,...
...292 ). Replace the indicated flat tire with a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem. Driving CONTINUED 285 2009 Ridgeline the system cannot monitor the spare tire pressure. Each wheel is recommended that you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the...go off by pressing the VSA OFF switch (see page 361 ). This indicator and the warning message on while driving. Never use TPMS specific wheels. After several miles (kilometers) driving, this happens, you cannot turn the VSA system off , after several miles (kilometers) driving,...
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.... Tire size and construction can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the original wheels. If you use only TPMS specific wheels. The ABS and VSA system work . Replacing just one tire can affect handling and stability. Replacement... system will not work by comparing the speed of a different size or construction can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 352 2009 Ridgeline It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as shown on your vehicle can seriously affect your...
.... Tire size and construction can reduce braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. If that the wheel's specifications match those of the original wheels. If you use only TPMS specific wheels. The ABS and VSA system work . Replacing just one tire can affect handling and stability. Replacement... system will not work by comparing the speed of a different size or construction can cause a crash in this owner's manual. 352 2009 Ridgeline It is not possible or necessary, replace the two front tires or two rear tires as shown on your vehicle can seriously affect your...
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... the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you mount snow tires on all four wheels. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: RT, RTS models, and Canadian DX, VP models 17 x 7 1/2 J RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models Winter Driving Tires marked ''M... S'' or ''All Season'' on the sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size information. 353 2009 Ridgeline Mount snow tires on your original tires. P245/65R17 105T RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models Maintenance P245/60R18 104T See page 390 ...
... the best performance in snowy or icy conditions, you mount snow tires on all four wheels. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: RT, RTS models, and Canadian DX, VP models 17 x 7 1/2 J RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models Winter Driving Tires marked ''M... S'' or ''All Season'' on the sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for tire size information. 353 2009 Ridgeline Mount snow tires on your original tires. P245/65R17 105T RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models Maintenance P245/60R18 104T See page 390 ...
Owner's Manual
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... diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers ...386 Specifications ...388 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...390 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...390 Treadwear ...390 Traction...390 Temperature ...391 Tire Labeling ...392 Tire Pressure Monitoring System... Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System ...398 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...398 Replacement Parts...398 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...399 Emissions Testing ...400 Technical Information 385 2009 Ridgeline
... diagrams in this section give you should know about your vehicle and the locations of your vehicle's tires and emissions control systems. Identification Numbers ...386 Specifications ...388 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...390 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...390 Treadwear ...390 Traction...390 Temperature ...391 Tire Labeling ...392 Tire Pressure Monitoring System... Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System ...398 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...398 Replacement Parts...398 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...399 Emissions Testing ...400 Technical Information 385 2009 Ridgeline
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Change Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter Total Automatic Change transmission Total ... engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine HFC-134a (R-134a) 19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) ND-OIL8 388 2009 Ridgeline
Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Engine coolant Engine oil Change Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter Total Automatic Change transmission Total ... engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine HFC-134a (R-134a) 19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) ND-OIL8 388 2009 Ridgeline
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Capacities Transfer assembly fluid Windshield washer reservoir Fuses Interior Change Total 0.45 US qt (0.43 ) 0.48 US qt (0.45 ) Under-hood 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) Engine Type ... 1 P245/60R18 104T 2 T165/90R17 105M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 1 : U.S. RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models 389 2009 Ridgeline
Main Menu Table Of Contents Specifications Capacities Transfer assembly fluid Windshield washer reservoir Fuses Interior Change Total 0.45 US qt (0.43 ) 0.48 US qt (0.45 ) Under-hood 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) Engine Type ... 1 P245/60R18 104T 2 T165/90R17 105M 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 1 : U.S. RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models 389 2009 Ridgeline
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..., New Vehicle ...248 Brightness Control, Instruments ...98 B Back Window Indicator ...75 Operation ...128, 129 Battery Charging System Indicator...63, 374 Jump Starting ...370 Maintenance ...356 Specifications ...389 INDEX CONTINUED I 2009 Ridgeline
..., New Vehicle ...248 Brightness Control, Instruments ...98 B Back Window Indicator ...75 Operation ...128, 129 Battery Charging System Indicator...63, 374 Jump Starting ...370 Maintenance ...356 Specifications ...389 INDEX CONTINUED I 2009 Ridgeline
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... Lights ...338 Headlights ...336 High-mount Brake Light ...341 License Plate Lights ...342 Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights, Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, Back-up Lights) ...340 Specifications ...389 Bulbs, Halogen ...336, 339 CD Player/Changer Error Messages ...201 CD Player...175 Certification Label ...386 Chains, tire ...354 Change Oil How to ...327... ...388, 389 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...55 Cargo Hooks ...118, 137 Carrying Cargo ...259 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD Care ...198 CD Changer ...181, 189 II 2009 Ridgeline
... Lights ...338 Headlights ...336 High-mount Brake Light ...341 License Plate Lights ...342 Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights, Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, Back-up Lights) ...340 Specifications ...389 Bulbs, Halogen ...336, 339 CD Player/Changer Error Messages ...201 CD Player...175 Certification Label ...386 Chains, tire ...354 Change Oil How to ...327... ...388, 389 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...55 Cargo Hooks ...118, 137 Carrying Cargo ...259 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD Care ...198 CD Changer ...181, 189 II 2009 Ridgeline
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... Gauge ...76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...63, 375 Oil Life Display ...313, 317 Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 374 Oil, What Kind to Use ...326 Overheating...372 Specifications ...389 Speed Limiter ...275 Starting...270 Engine, if it won't start ...369 Evaporative Emissions Control System...397 Exhaust Fumes ...55 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System...398... Engine ...372 Stuck Vehicle ...383 Towing ...383 Emergency Brake ...132 Emissions Controls...397 Emissions Testing ...400 F Fan, Interior ...147, 154 Features ...145 CONTINUED INDEX III 2009 Ridgeline
... Gauge ...76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...63, 375 Oil Life Display ...313, 317 Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 374 Oil, What Kind to Use ...326 Overheating...372 Specifications ...389 Speed Limiter ...275 Starting...270 Engine, if it won't start ...369 Evaporative Emissions Control System...397 Exhaust Fumes ...55 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System...398... Engine ...372 Stuck Vehicle ...383 Towing ...383 Emergency Brake ...132 Emissions Controls...397 Emissions Testing ...400 F Fan, Interior ...147, 154 Features ...145 CONTINUED INDEX III 2009 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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... In-Bed Trunk ...116 Lockout Prevention ...103 Power Door ...103 Low Coolant Level ...253 Low Fuel Indicator ...68 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 374 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...388, 389 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...259 M Maintenance ...311 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...323 Minder ...313-324 Minder Indicator ...71 Safety...312 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 63...-in ...248 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i Numbers, Identification ...386 L Label, Certification ...386 Lane Change, Signaling ...95 Lap/Shoulder Belts ...16, 21 Light Control Dial ...95 VI 2009 Ridgeline
... In-Bed Trunk ...116 Lockout Prevention ...103 Power Door ...103 Low Coolant Level ...253 Low Fuel Indicator ...68 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...63, 374 Lubricant Specifications Chart ...388, 389 Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ...259 M Maintenance ...311 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...323 Minder ...313-324 Minder Indicator ...71 Safety...312 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 63...-in ...248 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i Numbers, Identification ...386 L Label, Certification ...386 Lane Change, Signaling ...95 Lap/Shoulder Belts ...16, 21 Light Control Dial ...95 VI 2009 Ridgeline
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... Side Marker (Parking) Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...338 Signaling Turns ...95 Snow Tires ...353 Sound System...159, 167, 173 Spare Tire Inflating...350, 360 Specifications ...353, 389 Specifications Charts...388 Speed Control ...207 Speedometer ...76 SRS, Additional Information...23 Additional Safety Precautions ...33 Airbag System Components ...23 Airbag Service ...32 How the... Engine ...372 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...99 Anti-theft Column Lock ...102 Stereo Sound System ...159, 167, 173 Storing Your Vehicle ...357 Stuck Vehicle ...383 VIII 2009 Ridgeline
... Side Marker (Parking) Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...338 Signaling Turns ...95 Snow Tires ...353 Sound System...159, 167, 173 Spare Tire Inflating...350, 360 Specifications ...353, 389 Specifications Charts...388 Speed Control ...207 Speedometer ...76 SRS, Additional Information...23 Additional Safety Precautions ...33 Airbag System Components ...23 Airbag Service ...32 How the... Engine ...372 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...99 Anti-theft Column Lock ...102 Stereo Sound System ...159, 167, 173 Storing Your Vehicle ...357 Stuck Vehicle ...383 VIII 2009 Ridgeline
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... Pressure ...350 Checking Wear ...350 Compact Spare ...360 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...390 Inflation ...349 Inspection ...350 Maintenance ...351 Replacing ...352 Rotating...351 Snow ...353 Specifications ...353, 389 Tire Chains ...354 Tools, Tire Changing ...361 Towing A Trailer ...296 Emergency Wrecker ...383 Equipment ...301 Equipment and Accessories ...297 Weight Limit ...293 Trailer... Trip Meter ...79, 84 Trunk, In-Bed ...116 Turn Signals ...95 U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...359 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...390 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2009 Ridgeline
... Pressure ...350 Checking Wear ...350 Compact Spare ...360 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...390 Inflation ...349 Inspection ...350 Maintenance ...351 Replacing ...352 Rotating...351 Snow ...353 Specifications ...353, 389 Tire Chains ...354 Tools, Tire Changing ...361 Towing A Trailer ...296 Emergency Wrecker ...383 Equipment ...301 Equipment and Accessories ...297 Weight Limit ...293 Trailer... Trip Meter ...79, 84 Trunk, In-Bed ...116 Turn Signals ...95 U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...359 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...390 CONTINUED INDEX IX 2009 Ridgeline
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...232;ce 33SJCC30 ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE V. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. I. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2009 Ridgeline DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at ... You may find descriptions of the Ridgeline. Main Menu Owner's Identification OWNER This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of ...
...232;ce 33SJCC30 ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE V. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. I. CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2009 Ridgeline DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at ... You may find descriptions of the Ridgeline. Main Menu Owner's Identification OWNER This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of ...