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2008 Ridgeline
Owner
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s Manual
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© 2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
P/N 00X31-SJC-6202
2
Table of Contents
Important Handling Information
6
Your Vehicle at a Glance
9
Table of Contents
11
Important Safety Precautions
12
Your Vehicle's Safety Features
13
Seat Belts
14
Airbags
15
Protecting Adults and Teens
17
Close and Lock the Doors
17
Adjust the Front Seats
17
Adjust the Seat-Backs
18
Adjust the Head Restraints
19
Fasten and Position the Seat Belts
20
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position
21
Advice for Pregnant Women
22
Additional Safety Precautions
23
Additional Information about Your Seat Belts
24
Seat Belt System Components
24
Lap/Shoulder Belt
25
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
25
Seat Belt Maintenance
26
Additional Information about Your Airbags
27
Airbag System Components
27
How Your Front Airbags Work
29
How Your Side Airbags Work
32
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
34
How the SRS Indicator Works
34
How the Side Airbag off Indicator Works
35
How the Passenger Airbag off Indicator Works
35
Airbag Service
36
Additional Safety Precautions
37
Protecting Children General Guidelines
38
All Children Must be Restrained
38
All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat
39
The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks
39
If You Must Drive with Several Children
41
If a Child Requires Close Attention
41
Additional Safety Precautions
42
Protecting Infants and Small Children
43
Protecting Infants
43
Protecting Small Children
44
Selecting a Child Seat
45
Installing a Child Seat
46
With LATCH
47
With a Lap/Shoulder Belt
50
With a Tether
52
Protecting Larger Children
55
Checking Seat Belt Fit
55
Using a Booster Seat
56
When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
57
Additional Safety Precautions
58
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
59
Safety Labels
60
Control Locations
64
Instrument Panel
65
Instrument Panel Indicators
67
Gauges
76
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
80
Multi-Control Lever
81
Headlight Control Dial
82
Instrument Panel Brightness
84
Hazard Warning Button
85
Steering Wheel Adjustment
85
Keys
86
Immobilizer System
87
Ignition Switch
88
Door Locks
89
Childproof Door Locks
90
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
90
Remote Transmitter
96
Dual-Action Tailgate
99
In-Bed Trunk
102
Seats
105
Seat Heaters
112
Power Windows
113
Moonroof
116
Parking Brake
117
Mirrors
119
Interior Convenience Items
120
Center Console
121
Console Compartments
121
Cargo Hooks
122
Beverage Holders
122
Glove Box
123
Coat Hooks
123
Sunglasses Holder
123
Accessory Power Sockets
124
Sun Visor
125
Vanity Mirror
125
Interior Lights
126
Bed Lights
128
Vents, Heating, and A/C
130
Using the A/C
134
Using Automatic Climate Control
136
Rear Ventilation
137
Dual Temperature Control
138
Climate Control Sensors
140
Playing the AM/FM Radio
141
AM/FM Radio Reception
148
Playing the XM Satellite Radio
150
Playing a CD, CD Changer
156
Protecting Your Cds
167
CD Player/Changer Error Messages
170
Remote Audio Controls
171
Radio Theft Protection
172
Setting the Clock
173
Security System
174
Cruise Control
175
Compass
178
Homelink Universal Transceiver
181
Before Driving
185
Break-In Period
186
Fuel Recommendation
186
Service Station Procedures
187
Refueling
187
Opening and Closing the Hood
189
Oil Check
190
Engine Coolant Check
190
Fuel Economy
191
Accessories and Modifications
194
Carrying Cargo
196
Driving Guidelines
204
Preparing to Drive
205
Starting the Engine
206
Automatic Transmission
207
Variable Torque Management
212
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
214
Parking
217
Braking System
218
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
219
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System
221
Towing Weight Limits
223
Towing Weight Guidelines
225
Towing a Trailer
226
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines
238
Maintenance Safety
244
Maintenance Minder
245
Fluid Locations
253
Adding Engine Oil
254
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
255
Engine Coolant
257
Windshield Washers
258
Automatic Transmission Fluid
259
Rear Differential Fluid
260
Transfer Assembly Fluid
261
Brake Fluid
261
Power Steering Fluid
262
Timing Belt
262
Lights
263
Cleaning the Seat Belts
269
Floor Mats
269
Dust and Pollen Filter
270
Wiper Blades
270
Wheels
272
Tires
272
Checking the Battery
278
Vehicle Storage
280
Taking Care of the Unexpected
281
Compact Spare Tire
282
Changing a Flat Tire
283
If the Engine Won't Start
291
Jump Starting
292
If the Engine Overheats
294
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
296
Charging System Indicator
296
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
297
Brake System Indicator
298
Fuses
299
Fuse Locations
302
Emergency Towing
304
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
305
Technical Information
307
Identification Numbers
308
Specifications
310
DOT Tire Quality Grading
312
Grading
312
Treadwear
312
Traction
312
Temperature
313
Tire Labeling
314
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation
316
Emissions Controls
318
The Clean Air Act
318
Crankcase Emissions Control System
318
Evaporative Emissions Control System
318
Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery
318
Exhaust Emissions Controls
319
PGM-FI System
319
Ignition Timing Control System
319
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System
319
Three Way Catalytic Converter
319
Replacement Parts
319
Three Way Catalytic Converter
320
Emissions Testing
321
Customer Service Information
324
Warranty Coverages
325
Authorized Manuals
327
Service Information Summary
342
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Model
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Language
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