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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
automatic transmission. It also
includes important information on
parking your vehicle, the braking
system, the VTM-4 system, the VSA
system, the tire pressure monitoring
system, and facts you need if you are
planning to tow a trailer.

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Driving Guidelines

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Preparing to Drive

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Starting the Engine

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Automatic Transmission

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Variable Torque Management

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4WD (VTM-4) System

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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(TPMS)

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Parking

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Braking System

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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

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System

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Towing Weight Limits

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Towing Weight Guidelines

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Towing a Trailer

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Off-Highway Driving

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Guidelines

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Summary of Contents for 2007 Ridgeline

Page 1: ...eatures Before Driving 177 What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 193 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park...

Page 2: ...tion whatsoever This owner s manual covers all models of the Ridgeline You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CAN...

Page 3: ...iving controls and convenience items Afterwards keep this owner s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the in...

Page 4: ...as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service related devices that record information about powertrain performance...

Page 5: ...this important safety information in a variety of forms including This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully how to use this vehicle correctly and safely suc...

Page 6: ...higher off the ground it has a high center of gravity This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types...

Page 7: ...ING COOLING CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM DRIVER S FRONT AIRBAG GAUGES INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE Vehicle with navigation system is shown P 9 23 P 9 23 PARKING BRAKE R...

Page 8: ...IGHT CONTROL SWITCH HORN REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 76 P 161 P 78 P 104 P 118 P 165 P 79 RESET BUTTON PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 29 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 79 SELECT BUTTON P 70 P 70 VOICE CONTROL...

Page 9: ...em Components 21 How Your Front Airbags Work 23 How Your Side Airbags Work 26 How your Side Curtain Airbags Work 28 How the SRS Indicator Works 28 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 29 How the Pa...

Page 10: ...requently and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance see page Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths Generally the higher the speed the greater the risk but serious injuri...

Page 11: ...can t take full advantage of these features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and In fact some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly The following pages...

Page 12: ...ll Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts When properly worn seat belts Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle s built in safety features Your seat belt...

Page 13: ...te to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side airbags work Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk...

Page 14: ...hat can occur in a severe crash even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy Always wear your seat belt properly and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible wh...

Page 15: ...tailgate is also closed Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out...

Page 16: ...steering wheel Passengers with adjustable seat backs should also adjust their seat back to a comfortable upright position If you cannot get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the...

Page 17: ...adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page for how to adjust the head restraints See pages and for how to adjust the seat backs Have passenge...

Page 18: ...use serious injuries in a crash If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces...

Page 19: ...ck in their seats with their feet on the floor until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches...

Page 20: ...n driving remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle When riding as a front passenger adjust the seat as far back as possible This w...

Page 21: ...s are close to an airbag cover they could be injured if the airbag inflates Objects on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the...

Page 22: ...itting in the front passenger s seat or a child or small adult is riding there the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound If the indicator comes on or the beeper sounds when the...

Page 23: ...ut the lockable retractor will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely To deactivate the lockable retractor unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully ret...

Page 24: ...tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy or if a sensor detects your vehicle is about to roll over see page If a side airbag or side curt...

Page 25: ...e windows The front and rear pillars are marked SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG see page 23 26 26 CONTINUED Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Driver and Passenger Safety 21 15 16...

Page 26: ...e page A rollover sensor that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and signal the control unit to deploy both side curtain airbags and front seat belt tensioners see page A sophisticated e...

Page 27: ...gs at the time and with the force needed During a frontal crash your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest This can happen if the severit...

Page 28: ...deflation is one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is a...

Page 29: ...pact The passenger s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front if the sensors detect the weight of an...

Page 30: ...passenger s advanced front airbag system will work properly This includes Also make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger s seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor see page If it is not the ma...

Page 31: ...ment path Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff system designed primarily to protect a child riding in the fron...

Page 32: ...r airbags or seat belt tensioners When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position this indicator comes on for several seconds then goes off This tells you the system is working properly If the...

Page 33: ...ou turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the indicator should come on for several seconds and then go off see page If it doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger...

Page 34: ...total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold If an adult or teenage passenger is riding in front move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wea...

Page 35: ...ies first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800 999 1009 Even if your airbags do not inflate your dealer should inspect the driver s seat position sensor the front passenger s weight sensor...

Page 36: ...n they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages Children depend on adults to protect them However despite their best intentions many adults do not know how to protect child passengers 37 48 49 52 properl...

Page 37: ...automatically turns the passenger s front airbag off see page please follow these guidelines If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously i...

Page 38: ...be properly restrained in a back seat your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard U S models and on the front visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels Protecting Children Ge...

Page 39: ...ride in front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly see page If a child requires close physical attention or frequent vis...

Page 40: ...pages and for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor For example infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke A child left alone with the key in the...

Page 41: ...be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an...

Page 42: ...hild s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries We strongly recommend placing a forward facing child...

Page 43: ...patible seats are secured by attaching the seat to hardware built into each rear seating position in the back seat If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle s...

Page 44: ...ng position or use a different style of child seat that can be firmly secured Before purchasing a conventional child seat or using a previously purchased one we recommend that you test the seat in the...

Page 45: ...r anchors and tethers for children at the rear seats The lower anchors are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH The locat...

Page 46: ...r anchor Place the child seat on the vehicle seat then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker s instructions Some LATCH compatible seats have a rigid type connector as...

Page 47: ...trap is not twisted then attach the strap hook to the tether anchor on the outside of the seat bottom see page Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure Ti...

Page 48: ...locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps In addition the lap shoulder belts in all seating positions except the...

Page 49: ...to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To remove slack i...

Page 50: ...e lower anchors for the LATCH compatible child seat Each anchor point is shown above Lift the cover then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown After properly securing the child seat s...

Page 51: ...lace the child seat on the rear seat Push down the rear center head restraint to the lowest position Route the tether strap over the seat back lift the cover then hook the tether strap through the upp...

Page 52: ...according to the seat maker s instructions Whenever using the tether strap make sure to route the strap through the upper guide before attaching the tether strap hook to the tether anchor If the teth...

Page 53: ...y over the edge of the seat When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap shoulder be...

Page 54: ...oss between the child s neck and arm Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible touching the child s thighs Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip If you answer yes to...

Page 55: ...ide A side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries If the passenger s front airbag infl...

Page 56: ...vices intended to improve a child s comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can make the belt less effective and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Protecting Larger Child...

Page 57: ...hicle was in an accident that may have damaged the underside With a truck cap installed and the back window open engine exhaust may enter the vehicle and cause a hazardous condition Keep the back wind...

Page 58: ...r death Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read except for the U S dashboard label which may be removed by the owner contact your dealer for a replacement U S models C...

Page 59: ...U S models Canadian models U S models Canadian models Canadian models U S models Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety 55 HOOD DOORJAMBS PICKUP BED...

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Page 61: ...Warning Button 79 Steering Wheel Adjustment 79 Keys 80 Immobilizer System 81 Ignition Switch 82 Door Locks 83 Remote Transmitter 89 Dual Action Tailgate 92 In Bed Trunk 95 Seats 98 Seat Heaters 104 Po...

Page 62: ...G CONTROLS CENTER CONSOLE POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS Vehicle with navigation system is shown CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DO...

Page 63: ...ICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR VEHICL...

Page 64: ...TOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM...

Page 65: ...r seat belts the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes If you do not fasten your seat belts before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on If your front passenger does not faste...

Page 66: ...seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags This indicator will also alert you to a potent...

Page 67: ...at a dealer With the indicator on your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti lock brakes For more information see page This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti...

Page 68: ...The tailgate open indicator does not monitor the tailgate when it is dropped open If the driver does not fasten the seat belt and the tailgate is swung open the seat belt reminder alarm will sound at...

Page 69: ...tness when the daytime running lights DRL are on see page This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid when you see this indicator see page When the indicator comes on t...

Page 70: ...dicator blinks while driving the VTM 4 fluid temperature is too high Pull to the side of the road when it is safe shift to Park and let the engine idle until the indicator goes out This indicator remi...

Page 71: ...he VSA system Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked Without VSA your vehicle still has normal driving ability but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement See page for more info...

Page 72: ...see page Refer to page for more information If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position there is a probl...

Page 73: ...es off after about 30 seconds With the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 position it goes off after about 3 minutes If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position without turning of...

Page 74: ...res miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under U S federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change th...

Page 75: ...eters will reset if the vehicle s battery goes dead or is disconnected And both continue to track mileage even when only one is displayed When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the me...

Page 76: ...re indicator make sure the outside temperature indicator is shown in the display then press and hold the RESET button for 10 seconds the TRIP A or B is also reset The following sequence will appear fo...

Page 77: ...at least once When you restart the engine the message appears again The message goes off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel cap To scroll to another message pres...

Page 78: ...LTI CONTROL LEVER WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS TURN SIGNALS HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS MOONROOF SWITCH INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHT CONTROL DIAL RESET BUTTON SELECT BUTTO...

Page 79: ...length of the wiper interval is varied automatically according to the vehicle s speed Vary the delay by turning the INT TIME ring If you turn it to the shortest delay the wipers change to low speed w...

Page 80: ...pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back Your vehicle has heating wires at the bottom of the windshield to help heat the wiper blades...

Page 81: ...cator stays on if you leave the lights on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position The automatic lighting off feature turns off the headlights all other exterior lights and t...

Page 82: ...ess when you unlock and open the driver s door The brightness will increase and go to a normal level when you insert the key in the ignition switch If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch...

Page 83: ...down Push the button to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning...

Page 84: ...The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver s door lock You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at...

Page 85: ...immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft If an improperly coded key or other device is used the engine s fuel system is disabled If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine contac...

Page 86: ...in this position This is the normal key position when driving Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY I to the ON II p...

Page 87: ...he driver s door lock tab only unlocks the driver s door To unlock the driver s door and the In Bed Trunk from the outside turn the key and release it If you turn it again all the doors unlock You can...

Page 88: ...ver is in the Park P position Apply the parking brake and close the driver s door With the auto door locking and unlocking the In Bed Trunk also locks and unlocks the tailgate does not lock The auto d...

Page 89: ...Push and hold the brake pedal then move the shift lever out of Park P Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a clicking sound and after about 5 seco...

Page 90: ...RK P position The auto door unlocking feature has three modes Park Unlock Ignition Switch and Deactivated with five possible settings The driver s door and the In Bed Trunk unlocks whenever you turn t...

Page 91: ...the engine Apply the parking brake and close the driver s door 1 2 4 3 1 2 3 Unlocks driver s door or all doors when the shift lever is moved to Park P Unlocks driver s dooror a l l doors when the ign...

Page 92: ...master door lock switch on the driver s door You will hear a clicking sound and after about 5 seconds you will hear another clicking sound 4 1 2 3 5 4 To turn off the door unlock modes Door Locks 88 a...

Page 93: ...doors and In Bed Trunk are locked and the security system if equipped has set This button does not work if any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch Press and hold this button...

Page 94: ...with a small Phillips head screwdriver To replace the battery Battery type CR1616 If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors replace the battery as soon as possible Inside t...

Page 95: ...responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 th...

Page 96: ...ent way dropped open and then swung open make sure it is fully closed Make sure all passengers and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening and closing it and make sure the tailgate is closed...

Page 97: ...he tailgate see page To turn the bed lights on or off use the bed light switch on the dashboard see page Before opening or closing the tailgate check that passengers especially children are not in the...

Page 98: ...gate is swung open or not closed tightly when the ignition switch is in the ON II position you will hear six beeps and see the indicator blinking The indicator stays on until you close the tailgate Th...

Page 99: ...or is locked The bed lights come on when you open the In Bed Trunk You can also turn the bed lights on or off by pushing the bed light switch on the dashboard see page You can store items in the In Be...

Page 100: ...page To avoid damaging the seal on the In Bed Trunk lid remove any debris from the lid s mating surface before you close it To avoid damaging the bottom of the In Bed Trunk do not drive over large obs...

Page 101: ...he main switch is in the OFF position you can open the In Bed Trunk with the master key When you are finished washing the In Bed Trunk dry it with a soft cloth and reinstall the drain plug You can was...

Page 102: ...se the bar Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle of the front seat pull up the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Once your seat is adjusted cor...

Page 103: ...ever on the outside of the seat cushion To lower the seat push the lever down repeatedly Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Move the lever forward or backwa...

Page 104: ...ion you move the switch The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle Moves the whole seat up and forward or down and backward The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time Move...

Page 105: ...e away from the armrest before moving it To use the console lid as an armrest slide it to the desired position The rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seats Pivot it down to use it Armrests...

Page 106: ...n sideways and push the restraint down Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries They are most eff...

Page 107: ...he seat cushion pops up and the seat legs store underneath it Push the cushion firmly against the seat back to lock it in place To return the seat cushion to its original position pull the lever outwa...

Page 108: ...ms in the cargo area are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See on page You can also store small items under the rear seats Make sure to secure the items so...

Page 109: ...e second detent and release it The window will automatically go up or down all the way To stop the window pull or push the window switch briefly When you push the MAIN switch in the passenger windows...

Page 110: ...indow With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position the indicator goes off after about 30 seconds With the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 position the indicator goes off after about 3 minutes If...

Page 111: ...carry long items through it Do not use the opened back window as a cargo area pass through If you remove the ignition key and open the driver s door without closing the back window you hear five beeps...

Page 112: ...f The ignition switch must be in the ON II position NOTE If the windows stop before the desired position repeat steps 2 and 3 To close the windows further turn and hold the key again within 10 seconds...

Page 113: ...he moonroof press and hold the upper part of the switch To open the moonroof press and hold the lower part of the switch Release the switch when the moonroof gets to the desired position Make sure eve...

Page 114: ...lights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position The rear view mirror has a compass function to indicate the vehicle s direction Refer to on page 168...

Page 115: ...I position turn on the heaters by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters off Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment swit...

Page 116: ...IRROR SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLE BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SUNGLASSES HOLDER CENTER UPPER POCKET CENTER POCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY P...

Page 117: ...ge holder To close squeeze the knob and pull the compartment backward until the beverage holder latches To open the rear of the compartment push the button at the end of the tray then slide the tray f...

Page 118: ...grocery bags at the back of the center console They are designed to hold light items Heavy objects may damage the hooks Be careful when you are using the beverage holders A spilled liquid that is very...

Page 119: ...hese hooks are not designed for large or heavy items To open the sunglasses holder push on the rear edge Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving Glove Box Sunglasses Holder Coat Hooks Int...

Page 120: ...for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps To use an accessory power socket the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position None of the sockets will power an...

Page 121: ...you are getting into or out of the vehicle In this position the sun visor can be adjusted by moving it on its slider Do not use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror To use the sun visor pull...

Page 122: ...stay on as long as the switch remains in the ON position The individual map lights and the rear console light come on when any door is opened or when the remote transmitter or the key is used to unloc...

Page 123: ...t in about 30 seconds The courtesy light in the back of the center console comes on when you open any door with the interior light control switch in the door position After you close the doors the lig...

Page 124: ...e shift lever in the Park position the bed lights come on when you push the bed light switch on the dashboard swing open the tailgate or open the In Bed Trunk The indicator on the instrument panel als...

Page 125: ...Heating and A C 122 Using the Heater 126 Using Automatic Climate Control 128 Rear Ventilation 129 Dual Temperature Control 130 Climate Control Sensors 132 Playing the AM FM Radio 133 AM FM Radio Rece...

Page 126: ...IAL DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL OFF BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON DUAL BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON MAX A C BUTTON MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON AUTO BUTTON DRIVER S SIDE TEMPER...

Page 127: ...tor in the button is on turn the dials to adjust the temperature The driver and passenger can select independent temperature settings You can set the temperatures for the driver s side and the passeng...

Page 128: ...s interior is sent throughout the system again When the indicator is off air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle fresh air mode Press the A C button to turn the air conditioning on and off Y...

Page 129: ...emperature to the lower limit Make sure the A C is off Select and fresh air mode Set the fan to the desired speed The system automatically turns on the A C and switches to recirculation mode Air flows...

Page 130: ...tside air is dry select fresh air mode Set the fan to the desired speed you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows turning on the A C and setting the fan to maximum speed in fr...

Page 131: ...hes to fresh air mode and turns on the A C The A C indicator will not be displayed if it was off to start with Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm To increase airflow to the windshield cl...

Page 132: ...e to its lower limit or its upper limit the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regulate the interior temperature In cold weather the fan will not come on automatically until the h...

Page 133: ...in the display to go out You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when it is in full automatic mode All other features remain automatically controlled To keep stale air...

Page 134: ...tem The selected temperatures appear in the display When the indicator in the DUAL button is off you can adjust both sides to the same temperature by adjusting the driver s side temperature control di...

Page 135: ...l dial To set the passenger s side differently than the driver s turn the passenger s control dial You can adjust the passenger s side without pressing the DUAL button first When you set the temperatu...

Page 136: ...n the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is under the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them On RTS RTL and Canadian EXL models Climate Control Sensors Sunligh...

Page 137: ...TON SOUND BUTTON POWER BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR VOLUME KNOB TUNE BAR PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AM FM BUTTON TUNE BAR PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME KNOB SEEK SK...

Page 138: ...TOR VOLUME KNOB PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR TUNE BAR PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME KNOB SEEK SKIP BAR SEEK SKIP BAR FM BUTTON AM BUTTON FM BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE...

Page 139: ...T BARS SEEK SKIP BAR AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR TUNE BAR PRESET BARS POWER BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON POWER BUTTON VOLUME KNOB VOLUME KNOB FM BUTTO...

Page 140: ...a station with a strong signal To activate it press the or side of the bar then release it The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SCA...

Page 141: ...of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset bars You will see a 0 displayed after pressing a preset bar if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset bar Each mode is shown in the d...

Page 142: ...em screen and then touching the desired band icon FM1 FM2 or AM AUTO SELECT SCAN and SOUND are adjustable from the navigation screen For an explanation of these functions see pages and Touch the A SEL...

Page 143: ...even if the radio is off These modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker Left Right balance adjusts the side to side strength while Front Rear fader adjusts the front to back str...

Page 144: ...ance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects atmospheric conditions and even items stored on the roof rack A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter...

Page 145: ...be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a chan...

Page 146: ...KNOB DISPLAY MODE BUTTON PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BAR POWER BUTTON VOLUME KNOB CATEGORY BAR DISPLAY MODE BUTTON PRESET BARS TUNE BAR SCAN BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON U S RTL model...

Page 147: ...To listen to XM radio turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or ON II position Push the PWR button to turn on the audio system and press the XM button Adjust the volume by turning the volume knob...

Page 148: ...eset channels using each side of the preset bar or preset icons on the screen Each side of the bar stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band Pick a preset number icon you...

Page 149: ...ew of the southern horizon The selected channel number does not exist or is not part of your subscription or this channel has no artist or title information at this time The channel currently selected...

Page 150: ...re placed in major metropolitan areas Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator Carrying large items on a roof rack...

Page 151: ...udio system and press the XM RADIO button A variety of music types and styles will play If you decide to purchase XM Satellite Radio service contact XM Radio at or at 1 800 852 9696 You will need to g...

Page 152: ...AN BUTTON AM FM BUTTON PRESET BARS SCAN BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR SEEK SKIP BAR CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON LOAD BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR CD SLOT REPEAT BUTTON CD SLOT RANDOM B...

Page 153: ...AN BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR SEEK SKIP BAR EJECT BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON LOAD BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR CD SLOT REPEAT BUTTON AM BUTTON FM BUTTON CD SLOT CD BUTTON AM BUTTON FM BUTTON CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON RANDO...

Page 154: ...TTON EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON LOAD INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON AM FM BUTTON CD BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CD BUTTON AM BUTTON FM BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SEEK SKIP BAR SCAN BUTTON PRESET BAR...

Page 155: ...of the track playing is shown in the display The system will continuously play a CD until you change modes Push the side of the SEEK SKIP bar to play the next track on the disc Push the side once to r...

Page 156: ...t the system will automatically reload the CD after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD button An optional six disc CD changer is available for your vehicle from your dea...

Page 157: ...N button beside the screen The screen folds back and the CD changer appears Be careful not to injure your fingers when opening or closing the navigation system screen To return the screen to the uprig...

Page 158: ...d press the button The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD just loaded You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system Do not try...

Page 159: ...touch the appropriate disc icon If you select an empty position in the CD changer the system will go into the loading sequence When that CD ends the next CD in the CD changer is loaded and played Afte...

Page 160: ...through the rest of the tracks the same way When the system reaches the last track TRACK SCAN is cancelled and the CD plays normally To move rapidly within a track press and hold the or side of the TU...

Page 161: ...the TRACK REPEAT icon on the screen the system continuously replays the current track As a reminder you will see RPT TRACK REPEAT in the display To turn this feature off press the RPT button or touch...

Page 162: ...ect discs when the ignition switch is on or off To eject one disc press and release the eject button To eject all discs press and hold the eject button until the LOAD indicator begins to blink To remo...

Page 163: ...de of a pencil or pen Handle a CD by its edges never touch either surface Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the CD These along with contamination from fingerprints liquids and felt tip pens c...

Page 164: ...or an error indication Insert the disc s again If the code does not disappear or the disc s cannot be removed consult your dealer Press the disc eject button and remove the disc s Check for an error i...

Page 165: ...et station on the band you are listening to Press the bottom to go back to the previous station If you are playing a CD the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you press the top...

Page 166: ...you must obtain the code number from your dealer To do this you will need the audio system s serial number If your vehicle s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the radio fuse is removed the audio...

Page 167: ...e R Preset 3 side of the bar sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour the clock sets forward to the beginning of the next hour Press the clock set button a...

Page 168: ...s license plate lights and taillights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio This alarm continues for 2 minutes then the system resets To reset an alarming system bef...

Page 169: ...indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated Push the CRUISE button The indicator in the button will come on Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40...

Page 170: ...any of these ways Press and hold the RES ACCEL button When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button To increase your speed in very small amounts tap the RES ACCEL button Each time you d...

Page 171: ...ystem off and erases the previous cruising speed You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways Tap the brake pedal Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel Push the CRUISE button on the dashb...

Page 172: ...ories such as antennas and roof racks that are mounted by magnets Your vehicle has a compass in the rear view mirror The compass indicates the vehicle direction with illuminated letters N north S sout...

Page 173: ...our area on the zone map see page Each zone number 1 through 15 corresponds to a compass zone on the table see page Press and hold the compass button for about 3 seconds When all of the direction icon...

Page 174: ...Compass 170 Zone Map Compass Display for Each Zone...

Page 175: ...stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing increasing the risk of injury Always refer to the opening instructions and safety information that came with your garage door opener or other...

Page 176: ...uing to hold the HomeLink button press and release the remote transmitter button every 2 seconds If the red indicator in HomeLink begins to flash slowly at first then rapidly release both buttons and...

Page 177: ...oper garage door opener code The following procedure synchronizes HomeLink to the garage door opener so it sends and receives the correct codes Press the training button on the garage door opener unit...

Page 178: ...raining HomeLink see page If a rolling code transmitter was previously programmed the indicator will flash rapidly for 2 seconds and then stay on for about 23 seconds Press and hold the HomeLink butto...

Page 179: ...of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper press...

Page 180: ...ot operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is provided by a separate telltale which displays the symbol TPMS when illuminated When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not...

Page 181: ...ion in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 178 Fuel Recommendation 178 Service Station Proce...

Page 182: ...order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives suc...

Page 183: ...her Insert the attachment on the fuel fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system hel...

Page 184: ...hicle wipe up any spill completely Gasoline or fuel vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Improperly handling fuel can cause an explosion in which you can be seriously injured Screw the fuel fi...

Page 185: ...the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or you can op...

Page 186: ...t is near or below the lower mark see on page Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for informati...

Page 187: ...re fuel Always drive in the highest gear possible Try to maintain a constant speed Every time you slow down and speed up your vehicle uses extra fuel Use cruise control when appropriate Combine severa...

Page 188: ...ith your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as your airbags and anti lock brakes Before installing any accessory Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights or interfere with proper ve...

Page 189: ...allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects which could cause the airbags to deploy Raising your vehicle with a non Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability N...

Page 190: ...ear seat with under seat storage Console compartment Pockets on the dashboard However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance an...

Page 191: ...ay not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in step 4 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to...

Page 192: ...peration of the seats or proper operation of the sensors under the seats Keep the glove box closed while driving If it is open a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop If you...

Page 193: ...as possible of the rear axle Tie down and secure all items that could be thrown out of the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you stack items higher than the bed sides tailgate or back window se...

Page 194: ...parts of the pickup bed to secure cargo or nets When carrying motorcycles or any other cargo do not spill any oil or fluid on the pickup bed A spilled liquid may damage the pickup bed Carrying Cargo T...

Page 195: ...cargo area on the pickup bed Your vehicle s pickup bed has a rust resistant surface To repair small chips and scratches in the bed a repair kit is available from your dealer More extensive damage sho...

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Page 197: ...m and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Driving Guidelines 194 Preparing to Drive 195 Starting the Engine 196 Automatic Transmission 197 Variable Torque Management 4WD VTM 4 System 2...

Page 198: ...u would with a passenger vehicle Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible Make sure the cargo is properly loaded and all items are secured so they will not shift while driving Do not m...

Page 199: ...ts pressure Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page Check the steering wheel adjustment s...

Page 200: ...lls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race If the engine fails to start pre...

Page 201: ...dicator lamp comes on along with the D indicator there is a problem with the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as...

Page 202: ...damage come to a complete stop before shifting into Park The shift lever must be in Park for you to remove the key from the ignition switch Press the brake pedal and pull the shift lever towards you...

Page 203: ...cold This helps the engine warm up faster After you stop in D 2 1 N or R position with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position for an extended period you may not be able to move the shift lev...

Page 204: ...use D3 This will increase the automatic transmission fluid temperature and may cause overheating Shifting out of the D position will cancel D3 and cause the D3 indicator to go out Selecting the D pos...

Page 205: ...t position when the vehicle speed is above 28 mph 45 km h the transmission shifts into second gear first to avoid sudden engine braking If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engi...

Page 206: ...Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK 0 position This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pulling the shift lever does not wor...

Page 207: ...slippery surface Generally you should first allow the auto mode to operate to adjust for the available traction conditions The vehicle speed must be below 18 mph 30 km h Move the shift lever to first...

Page 208: ...OCK button Each tire has its own pressure sensor If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low the sensor in that tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pressure indicator...

Page 209: ...the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours This indicator comes on and stays on if there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system If this happens the system will shut off and no lo...

Page 210: ...parking brake is set firmly or your vehicle may roll if it is parked on an incline On vehicles with security system As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation...

Page 211: ...a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective ness Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear If the vehicle is facing uphill...

Page 212: ...ing system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system but without anti lock You should have your dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible If the indicator comes on while dri...

Page 213: ...eering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe speed fo...

Page 214: ...lso see the VSA activation indicator blink When VSA activates you will see the VSA activation indicator blink see page If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON II...

Page 215: ...vehicle Exercise the same caution during winter driving as you would if your vehicle was not equipped with VSA This switch is above the parking brake release handle Press it to turn the VSA system on...

Page 216: ...ection Be sure to read the section on page if you plan to tow off paved surfaces The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should follow the recommended load guidelines se...

Page 217: ...cribed The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle all occupants all accessories all cargo and the tongue load is 6 050 lbs 2 745 kg The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1 000 feet 305 meters...

Page 218: ...uld be 5 15 of the total trailer weight for boat trailers and 10 15 of the total trailer weight for all other trailers The corresponding weight limits assume occupants fill seats from the front of the...

Page 219: ...Remember maximum gross combined weight should be decreased 2 for every 1 000 feet 305 meters of elevation Check the gross combined weight Limit 10 088 lbs 4 575 kg Remember maximum gross combined weig...

Page 220: ...s or rental agency and make sure all equipment is properly installed maintained and also meets state federal province and local regulations A weight distributing hitch is not recommended for use with...

Page 221: ...nector is located under the instrument panel near the top of the parking brake pedal This connector has all of the circuits required to install most electric trailer brake controllers A jumper harness...

Page 222: ...rovinces require special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer Even if they don t you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you or if the trailer creates a blind spot When t...

Page 223: ...he trailer Your vehicle is equipped with a connector to install an optional trailer lighting connector that mates with your vehicle We recommend that you have your dealer install a Honda wiring harnes...

Page 224: ...er pull it out and store it in a safe place Install the ball mount before you tow a trailer Check for and remove foreign material inside of the trailer hitch before installing the ball mount To instal...

Page 225: ...taining tab of the connector to prevent disconnection during operation Remove the socket cover and attach it securely over the socket Insert the connector into the socket securely to prevent disconnec...

Page 226: ...he ON II position Using the electrical supply circuit when the engine is at a stop or idling can discharge the battery Before you submerge the trailer hitch in water such as at a boat ramp make sure t...

Page 227: ...r Trailer Connector Sockets Trailer Brakes Trailer Jumper Harness Driving 223 7 PIN TRAILER SOCKET ELECTRIC BRAKE BLUE SMALL LIGHT GREEN B CHARGE BLACK BACK LIGHT YELLOW GROUND WHITE 4 PIN TRAILER SOC...

Page 228: ...limits The hitch safety chains and any other attachments are secure All items on and in the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive Towing performance can be affected by high alt...

Page 229: ...under normal driving conditions do not use D3 This will increase the automatic transmission fluid temperature and may cause overheating Make turns more slowly and wider than normal The trailer tracks...

Page 230: ...el chocks on the downhill side of the vehicle and trailer wheels Firmly apply the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park This keeps the vehicle from putting pressure on the parking mech...

Page 231: ...nt driving skills Your vehicle will also handle somewhat differently than it does on pavement Be sure to pay extra attention to the precautions and tips in this section and get acquainted with your ve...

Page 232: ...tion stability and power Driving off highway can be hazardous if you fail to recognize limits and take the proper precautions To avoid loss of control or rollover be sure to follow all precautions and...

Page 233: ...nents so take care to avoid rocks tree stumps and other obstacles in your path Because your vehicle has a higher center of gravity than a conventional passenger vehicle driving a wheel over a tall obj...

Page 234: ...flowing too fast Deep rushing water can sweep you downstream Even very shallow rushing water can wash the ground from under your tires and cause you to lose traction and possibly roll over The banks...

Page 235: ...se a jack to try to get unstuck Your vehicle could easily slip off the jack and hurt you or someone else You may safely tow a trailer off road if you follow these guidelines Do not exceed the trailer...

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Page 237: ...splay a maintenance record and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself Maintenance Safety 234 Maintenance Minder 235 Maintenance Record 243 Fluid Locations 245...

Page 238: ...he most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perfor...

Page 239: ...r in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the information display to show you wh...

Page 240: ...m code s for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed below the message When the remaining engine oil life is less than 5 percent you will see a SERVICE dUE NOW message alon...

Page 241: ...tion The message changes between SERVICE and PAST dUE repeatedly If you still do not perform the indicated maintenance you will see a negative mileage for example 34 MI 54 KM with the message PAST dUE...

Page 242: ...e service You will see OIL LIFE 100 on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer reset t...

Page 243: ...answer MAINT RESET N NO or MAINT RESET Y YES by pressing the SELECT button N or Y is displayed on the outside temperature display Select the MAINT RESET Y YES and press and hold the RESET button again...

Page 244: ...ceipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out the maintenance record Check your warranty booklet for more information We recommend the use of Honda parts and fluids when...

Page 245: ...time you fill the fuel tank See page Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page Brakes Check the fluid level monthly See page Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the trea...

Page 246: ...or frequently fully loaded This requires transmission and transfer fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder If you regulary drive your vehicle under these conditions h...

Page 247: ...acement below the codes Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet Mileage km km km km km km km Maintenance Performed A...

Page 248: ...aintenance Performed A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 A B 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mileage km km km km km km km Signature Date Maintenance Performed A...

Page 249: ...ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap ENGINE O...

Page 250: ...ines The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy Unscrew and re...

Page 251: ...the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a s...

Page 252: ...re the oil filter gasket is not stuck to the engine block If it is remove it before installing a new oil filter Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it Reinstall the e...

Page 253: ...refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line Inspect the cooling system fo...

Page 254: ...ve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle s cooling system They may not be compati...

Page 255: ...4 Windshield Washers Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid Maintenance 251 DIPSTICK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar water solution in the w...

Page 256: ...the hole to bring it to the level between the upper and lower marks Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spill immediately it could damage components in the engine...

Page 257: ...stem and can cause extensive damage Using any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid...

Page 258: ...ny spill immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspec...

Page 259: ...nclip the end of the hold down wire from its slot Pivot it out of the way and remove the bulb The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new If you regularly carry heavy items on the pic...

Page 260: ...er s side bulb turn the steering wheel to the right Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the two holding clips from the inner fender and pull the inner fender cover back Remove the socket from the...

Page 261: ...pillar Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out brake taillight turn signal hazard light or back up light Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in pl...

Page 262: ...e lens segment Remove each lens segment by carefully prying on its edge with a small flat tipped screwdriver Remove the three mounting screws from the light assembly Remove the screw under each lens P...

Page 263: ...emove the license plate light assembly by pulling it towards you and then pulling the front edge upward Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bot...

Page 264: ...it clockwise until it locks Remove the mounting screw from the bed light assembly Pull out the light assembly Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise...

Page 265: ...with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle The floor mats that came with your vehicle hook ove...

Page 266: ...ery 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air or if the air flow from the heating and cooling system climate control system becomes...

Page 267: ...while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade Pull up firmly until the tabs come out of the holder 2 3 4 Wiper B...

Page 268: ...the ignition switch to the ON II position and turn the wiper switch off to return the wiper arms to the parked position Aluminum alloy wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from...

Page 269: ...ore information Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use a g...

Page 270: ...sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver s doorjamb The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal and high speed driving conditions Never use a punct...

Page 271: ...read This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread left on the tire A tire this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread we...

Page 272: ...ot work on that tire Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking ability traction and steering accuracy Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and ve...

Page 273: ...used to prevent the chains from contacting the body or the chassis This tire chain is available at many auto supply stores To find a local store that carries the chain call Quality Chain Corp at 1 80...

Page 274: ...soon as you begin driving on cleared roads Tires Checking the Battery Checking the Battery 270 TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Using the wrong chains or not properly installing chains can damage the brake line...

Page 275: ...t both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last Check the terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To rem...

Page 276: ...jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the vehicle is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Cover the vehicle with a breathable cover one made from a porou...

Page 277: ...ing again If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 274 Changing a Flat Tire 275 If the Engine Won t Start 283 Jump Starting 284 If the Engine Overheats 2...

Page 278: ...it is the same make and model Replace the tire when you can see the tread wear indicator bars The replacement should be the same size and design tire mounted on the same wheel The spare tire is not d...

Page 279: ...lder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes If you tow a trailer frequently we recommend that you use a regular tire as a spare You can store the regular s...

Page 280: ...ides on the back edge of the In Bed Trunk Unfasten the strap to remove the tool box and unscrew the wing bolt Take out the compact spare tire If you are using a cargo net or a cargo cover in the In Be...

Page 281: ...acking point nearest the tire you need to change Turn the dial at the bottom of the jack clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in th...

Page 282: ...wn to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground Make sure the stay the extension and the wheel nut wrench are securely attached Insert the hook at the end of the stay into the opening on...

Page 283: ...n LX models then remove the flat tire Handle the wheel nuts carefully they may be hot from driving Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up Before mounting the spare tire w...

Page 284: ...one from the wing bolt turn it over and put it back on the bolt Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole Release the tire tray and slide it back in place Tighten the tire tray...

Page 285: ...ool box at the right side of the In Bed Trunk as shown Store the jack and the tools in the tool box 25 26 27 28 205 Changing a Tire with TPMS Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 281 TOO...

Page 286: ...nd secure the spare tire to the pickup bed with the wing bolt If you remove the spare tire from the pickup bed reinstall the clip back into its hole Remove the clip by pushing the center of its top Re...

Page 287: ...coded key An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly see page Turn the ignition switch to the START III position If the headlights do...

Page 288: ...control audio system lights etc Put the transmission in Park and set the parking brake Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery In very cold weather check the condition of the ele...

Page 289: ...ve terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine Connect one jumper cable to the positive termi...

Page 290: ...brake Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning indicators The pointer of your vehicle s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange under most conditions If it climbs to the red mark...

Page 291: ...oolant to the radiator Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera ture gauge or lower before check ing the radiator Using gloves or a large heavy cloth turn the radia...

Page 292: ...e battery rapidly This indicator should never come on when the engine is running If it starts flashing or stays on the oil pressure has dropped very low or lost pressure Serious engine damage is possi...

Page 293: ...hten the cap until it clicks at least once Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator turn off immediately it can take several days of normal driving The indicator may also come on with the D indi...

Page 294: ...ndition drive slowly and carefully The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and as a reminder to check the parking brake It will stay on if...

Page 295: ...d slightly then pull it toward you and take it out of its hinges If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Determine from the chart on pages and or the diagram...

Page 296: ...fuse box Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off Check each of the large fuses in the primary under hood fuse box by looking through...

Page 297: ...for a blown wire inside the fuse If it is blown replace the fuse with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower If the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself The next time...

Page 298: ...50 A 50 A 7 5 A 20 A 40 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 20 A Back Light VSA FSR VSA MTR VTM 4 Front Accessory Sockets Electric Brake Small Lights Stop Turn Lights Charge TPMS Moonroof Left Head...

Page 299: ...A 20 A 20 A Bed Lights IG Coil Daytime Running Light LAF Radio Interior Lights Back Up Door Lock Rear Accessory Socket OPDS IG Wiper Not Used Not Used Not Used IG ACG IG Fuel Pump IG Washer IG Meter I...

Page 300: ...ing agency inform them a flat bed is required Emergency Towing The only way you can safely tow your vehicle is with flat bed equipment 296 Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission Foll...

Page 301: ...hooks on the lower left of the front and rear bumpers CONTINUED If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Taking Care of the Unexpected 297 FRONT REAR TIE DOWN HOOK TIE DOWN HOOK Rocking your vehicle between forward...

Page 302: ...If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 298 To avoid damage to your vehicle use the tie down hooks for straight flat ground towing only Do not tow at an angle These hooks should not be used for open road towing...

Page 303: ...Quality Grading 304 Treadwear 304 Traction 304 Temperature 305 Tire Labeling 306 Emissions Controls 307 The Clean Air Act 307 Crankcase Emissions Control System 307 Evaporative Emissions Control Syst...

Page 304: ...ng your vehicle The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certificati...

Page 305: ...ber is stamped into the engine block It is on the front The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission Identification Numbers Technical Information 301 ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSM...

Page 306: ...ly fluid Windshield washer reservoir Length Width Height Wheelbase Track 122 0 in 3 100 mm 67 1 in 1 705 mm 66 9 in 1 700 mm 22 01 US gal 83 3 See the tire information label attached to the driver s d...

Page 307: ...50 0 50 1 53 P245 65R17 105S T165 90R17 105M 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Headlights Front turn signal Parking Hazard lights Rear turn signal hazard lights Brake Taillights Back...

Page 308: ...pon the actual condi tions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate The...

Page 309: ...te heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessi...

Page 310: ...ht as a percentage of its width Tire width in millimeters Vehicle type P indicates passenger vehicle Tire type code Date of manufacture The maximum air pressure the tire can hold Max Press Max Load Th...

Page 311: ...nt with Environment Canada at the time they are manufactured Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmo...

Page 312: ...system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned The three way ca...

Page 313: ...line can contaminate the catalyst metals making the three way catalytic converter ineffective Keep the engine well maintained Have your vehicle diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring back firing st...

Page 314: ...e until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1 4 of the scale about 3 minutes Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph 80 to 97 km h for at leas...

Page 315: ...Customer Service Information 312 Warranty Coverages 313 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 314 Authorized Manuals 315 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 311...

Page 316: ...or write please give us this information Vehicle identification number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and...

Page 317: ...for precise information on warranty coverages Your vehicle s original tires are covered by their manufacturer Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet Please refer to the 2007 warranty manua...

Page 318: ...which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc To...

Page 319: ...oting Manual 2006 07 Honda Ridgeline Body Repair Manual 2007 Honda Ridgeline Owner s Manual 2007 Honda Ridgeline Quick Start Guide 2007 Ridgeline Honda Service History Order Form for Previous Years In...

Page 320: ...er or company name and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETR...

Page 321: ...ioners 19 Automatic Speed Control 165 Automatic Transmission 197 Capacity Fluid 302 Checking Fluid Level 251 Shifting 197 Shift Lever Position Indicators 197 Shift Lever Positions 198 Shift Lock Relea...

Page 322: ...Changing a Flat Tire 275 Charging System Indicator 62 288 Checklist Before Driving 195 Childproof Door Locks 84 Child Safety 32 Booster Seats 50 Child Seats 39 Important Safety Reminders 32 Infants 37...

Page 323: ...eating 286 Specifications 303 Speed Limiter 201 Starting 196 Engine if it won t start 283 Evaporative Emissions Control System 307 Exhaust Fumes 53 Exhaust Gas Recirculation System 308 Expectant Mothe...

Page 324: ...FM Stereo Radio Reception 140 Folding the Rear Seats 103 Four way Flashers 79 Front Seat 98 Adjusting 98 100 Airbags 23 Heaters 104 Fuel 178 Fill Door and Cap 179 Gauge 71 Octane Requirement 178 Oxyg...

Page 325: ...runk Open 69 Key Immobilizer System 63 Lights On 66 Low Fuel 65 Low Oil Pressure 62 Low Tire Pressure 68 Maintenance Minder 67 Malfunction Indicator Lamp MIL 62 Side Airbag Off 62 Seat Belt 61 SRS 62...

Page 326: ...1 Oxygenated Fuels 178 Panel Brightness Control 78 Park Gear Position 198 Parking 206 Parking Brake 109 Parking Lights 76 Parking Over Things that Burn 309 PGM FI System 308 Pickup Bed Carrying Cargo...

Page 327: ...5 Minder 242 Timing Belt 254 Tires 275 Wiper Blades 262 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 20 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 182 Reverse Gear Position 198 Rotation Tire 267 Safety Belts 8 19 Safety Defec...

Page 328: ...Tires 269 Sound System 133 142 148 Spare Tire Inflating 265 274 Specifications 269 303 Specifications Charts 302 Speed Control 165 Speedometer 70 SRS Additional Information 21 Additional Safety Preca...

Page 329: ...l Indicator 65 Operation 75 Wheels 264 Adjusting the Steering 79 Wrench 276 Required Federal Explanation 175 Tire Pressure Monitor 68 205 TPMS Indicator 68 205 Tires 265 Air Pressure 266 Checking Wear...

Page 330: ...adio 142 Windows Operating the Power 105 Windshield Defroster 125 Washers 75 Wiper Zone Heated 76 127 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 262 Operation 75 Worn Tires 266 Wrecker Emergency Towing 296 U S...

Page 331: ...uding filter 4 5 US qt 4 3 Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as a temporary replacement see page Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power st...

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