2008 Honda Ridgeline Owners Manual

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Fuses, Checking the Gas Mileage, Improving Gasoline ............... . 185 Fuel Reserve Indicator Gauge Octane Requirement Tank, Filling the ............... ........................................... ................ ........................ ................ . 65 . 71 . 180 . 181 . 181 Gas Station Procedures Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature . 72 . 71 Fuel . 70 Speedometer Tachometer . 70 ... ............................................... ............................... ................................. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ....................................... . 218 Rating) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight ....................................... ............ ...................................... Gearshift Lever Positions Glove Box GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight . 218 . 202 . 117 Rating) ....................................... . 218 ............. .............. ................................. ........................................ .............. ................................. ............ .................. Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Automatic Lighting Off Control Dial Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator High Beams, Turning on Low Beams, Turning on Reminder Chime Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning On ..... ............ ......................... ........ .................................. ............................ ............................. ............................... ..................... Head Restraints Heated Mirrors Heaters, Seats Heating and Cooling . 257 . 79 . 75, 76 . 257 . 77 . 76 . 78 . 65 . 75, 76 . 76 . 77 . 257 . 76 . 102 . 113 . 105 . 125 IV 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２４：４３　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３２ Index High-Low Beam Switch HomeLink Universal ................. . 75 Transceiver ................................ ....................... .................................................. Hood, Opening the Horn . 175 . 183 . 74 ... Identification Number, Vehicle . 302 Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions In-Bed Trunk .............................................. ........................................... ............ ........................ ......... ................................... .................... ............................ ......... ............... ....................... .................... ............................. ABS (Anti-lock Brake) A/T Temperature Back Window Open Bed Lights On Brake (Parking and Brake . 80 . 82 . 313 . 81 . 6 . 96 . 97 . 69 . 59 . 63 . 66 . 69 . 69 Emergency Opener Open Indicator Indicators, Instrument Panel System) Charging System .................................... ........................ . 63 . 62 Cruise Control Door Open DRL (Daytime Running ............................. ................................... Lights) ...................................... ................................... .................... ........ ..................................... ...................................... ........................ ...................... .................. High Beam In-Bed Trunk Open Key (Immobilizer System) Lights On Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Low Tire Pressure Maintenance Minder Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ....................................... ........................... ....................................... ............................................... .............................. ............... ............................. Side Airbag Off Seat Belt SRS Tailgate Open Tire Pressure Monitor TPMS System Turn Signal and Hazard Warning VSA Activation VSA System VTM-4 Washer Level ................................... ............................ ................................. .......................................... .............................. . 65 . 64 . 65 . 65 . 69 . 63 . 66 . 65 . 62 . 68 . 67 . 62 . 62 . 61 . 62 . 64 . 68 . 68 . 64 . 67 . 67 . 66 . 65 Engine Oil Life Indicator Maintenance Items ........... Individual Map Lights Infant Restraint Infant Seats Inflation, Proper Tire Information Display .................. . 121 ............................... . 37 ...................................... . 37 ................... . 267 ........................ . 70 ......... . 239 . 242, 246 . 112 . 268 . 3, 58 . 78 . 120 . i ................................. ............................. ........................ ........ ............................... ........................................ Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lights Introduction Jacking Up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting ................ ....................................... ................................ . 279 . 279 . 286 Keys .................................................. . 80 CONTINUED 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２４：５０　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３３ Index Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ........... . 190 Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Light Control Dial Lights ....................... ................. .................. . 302 . 76 . 14, 19 . 76 ........................... Bulb Replacement Indicator Interior Parking Turn Signal .................... ....................................... ....................................... ......................................... .................................. . 257 . 66 . 120 . 76 . 76 . 191, 217 . 82 ...... ............................ Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Glove Box In-Bed Trunk Lockout Prevention Power Door ....... ............................ .................................. ............................... .................... ................................. ........................ ......................... Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Lubricant Specifications . 82 . 181 . 117 . 96 . 83 . 83 . 184 . 65 . 62, 290 ... Chart .................................. . 304, 305 Maintenance .................................. . 237 Owner’s Maintenance Checks ................................ ................................... Minder Minder Indicator Safety ......................... .......................................... . 245 . 239-246 . 67 . 238 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 62, 291 . 99 Manual Seat Adjustments Meters, Gauges . 70 . 113 Mirrors, Adjusting . 189 Modifying Your Vehicle Moonroof . 110 .............. ............................... ........................ ............... ....................................... Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification ................... .................. ................... ............... . 203 . 180 . i . 302 Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 180 . 70 Odometer . 232 Off-Highway Driving Off-Road Precautions . 233 Oil ... ......................................... .................... ................... ........................ ...................... ...................... ........................................... Change, How to Change, When to Checking Engine Filter Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity . 249 . 239 . 184 . 250 . 62, 290 Chart ON (Ignition Key Position) Outside Mirrors Overheating, Engine Owner’s Maintenance Checks Oxygenated Fuels ...................................... ........... ............................ .................... .... ......................... . 248 . 82 . 113 . 288 . 245 . 180 Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake .............. ........................ ........................................... ............................... . 78 . 202 . 211 . 111 VI 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２４：５６　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３４ Index Parking Lights . 76 ................................. .. Parking Over Things that Burn . 315 PGM-FI System ............................. . 313 Pickup Bed Carrying Cargo Lights Power Seat Adjustments Power Socket Locations Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Protecting Adults and Teens . 190 . 122 . 101 . 118 . 16 . 11 Additional Safety Precautions . 17 . 16 Advice for Pregnant Women . 32 . 32 . 37 . 49 . 38 ......................... ......................................... .............. ............... ......... ......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....................... ....... ......... General Guidelines Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children Using Child Seats with Protecting Children Tethers Using LATCH ..................................... ............................. . 46 . 41 ................. Rear Differential Fluid . 254 .. Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 259 Rear View Mirror .......................... . 112 Rear View Mirror with Compass ..................................... .................... Rear (Back) Window Reclining the Seat-Backs Remote Audio Controls Remote Transmitter Replacement Information ....... ................ ....................... . 172 . 108 . 99, 101 . 165 . 90 Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Minder Timing Belt Tires Wiper Blades ................ .......................................... ................................ ........................................ ................................ ........................................... ............................. . 249 . 293 . 257 . 246 . 256 . 277 . 264 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant Reverse Gear Position Rotation, Tire ............................................ ... .................. ................................ . 20 . 184 . 202 . 269 Radiator Overheating Radio/CD Sound ................... . 288 System ....................... . 135, 144, 150 ＊ ......... Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features ................................. ........................................... .................................. .......................... Airbags Door Locks Head Restraints Seat Belts Seats and Seat-Backs ................................. ........... Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Satellite Radio, XM Seat Belts ..................... ..................................... ............. .............................. . 320 . 7 . 9 . 11 . 13 . 8, 18 . 11, 12 . 54 . iii . 144 . 8, 18 . 18 Additional Information Automatic Seat Belt ............... ＊ Tensioners ............................... ..................................... ...................... ................................ Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light and . 19 . 263 . 19 . 20 Beeper ................................ . 18, 61 . 18 System Components ................... . 16 Use During Pregnancy ............... ... Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14 . 304 ......................... Seating Capacities Safety Belts .................................. . 8, 19 CONTINUED VII 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：００　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３５ Index Seats ................................................. .............. Adjusting the Seat Folding the Rear Seats Head Restraints Heater ............. ........................ ........................................ ............................ ............................... ........................... ...... ......... Security System Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual, Purchasing Service Station Procedures Shifting the Automatic ＊ . 99 . 99, 101 . 104 . 103 . 105 . 168 . 302 . 246 . 321 . 181 Transmission ............................. ... ........................ .................................... ...................... Shift Lever Position Indicators Shift Lock Release Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags Side Marker (Parking) . 201 . 201 . 205 . 26 . 28 Lights, Bulb Replacement in . 258 . 76 . 271 . 135, 144, 150 ... ............................... ..................................... ................ Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications .............................. .................... Specifications Charts Speed Control .................... ................................ . 267, 276 . 271, 305 . 304 . 169 Speedometer SRS, Additional Information . 70 ................................... . 21 .......... Additional Safety Precautions . 31 ... . 21 Airbag System Components ...... Airbag Service . 30 ............................. How the Passenger Airbag Off ...................... Indicator Works . 29 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................... . 29 How the SRS Indicator Works . 28 .. How Your Front Airbags . 23 ......................................... How Your Side Airbags Work . 26 ... How Your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... Work Work ............................. SRS Indicator START (Ignition Key Position) Starting the Engine With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel . 28 . 28, 62 .... . 82 . 200 ....................... . 286 ................ .............. . 315 . 288 ........ .................................. ............. Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock . 79 . 82 Stereo Sound System . 135, 144, 150 . 274 Storing Your Vehicle ... .................... Stuck Vehicle ................................ Sun Visor ........................................ Sunglasses Holder ........................ Supplemental Restraint System . 299 . 119 . 117 (SRS) Servicing SRS Indicator System Components ...................................... ......................... ................... .................................. . 30 . 28, 62 . 21 . 249 Synthetic Oil Tachometer Tailgate, Dual-Action ..................................... . 70 Indicator Operation . 64, 95 ................................. . 93 ..................................... Taillights, Changing Bulbs in ...... . 259 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 275 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Three Way Catalytic ＊ .... ..... . 306 . 312 Converter Temperature Gauge Tensioners, Seat Belts Theft Protection ............................... ....................... ................... ............................ . 314 . 72 . 19 . 166 VIII 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：０６　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３６ Index ................... . 277 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ....... . 250 .. Three Way Catalytic Converter . 314 . 256 Timing Belt .................................... . 271 Tire Chains .................................... . 277 Tire, How to Change a Flat ......... Tire Labeling ................................. . 308 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Low Tire Pressure .................... . 208 Indicator ........................... . 68, 208 Required Federal Explanation ............................ Tire Pressure Monitor TPMS Indicator ....... .................. ＊ ............................................... .............................. ......................... .......................... .... ...................................... .................................. .............................. ................................... ...................................... ........................................... Air Pressure Checking Wear Compact Spare DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Maintenance Replacing Rotating Snow Specifications Tire Chains ................................ .................... . 310 . 68, 209 . 68, 209 . 267 . 268 . 268 . 276 . 306 . 267 . 268 . 269 . 270 . 269 . 271 . 271, 305 . 271 Tires Tools, Tire Changing Towing A Trailer Emergency Wrecker Equipment Equipment and Accessories Weight Limit Trailer Loading Trailer Towing Tips ..................................... ................ ................................. .... ............................. ......................... ................. ............. Transfer Assembly Fluid Transmission . 220 . 298 . 225 . 221 . 217 . 219 . 229 . 255 Checking Fluid Level Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic ............... ........................... .............. ............. ..................................... ....................................... .................................. .................................... Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk, In-Bed Turn Signals . 253 . 254 . 303 . 201 . 306 . 71 . 96 . 76 Unexpected, Taking Care of the Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline . 275 .......................................... .. . 306 . 180 ........................ ＊ ................................ Vanity Mirror Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ...................... .... . 119 . 191, 304 . 304 . 302 ......... System .................................... ........ ... VSA System Indicator VSA Activation Indicator VSA Off Switch ......................... ............................. ..................................... ................................................. .................................. .................................. Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil VTM-4 Lock . 215 . 67, 215 . 67, 215 . 216 . 274 . 127 . 302 . 248 . 206 WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages ............ ......... .................. . iii . 54 . 319 ＊ CONTINUED IX 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：１０　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３７ Index Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level Level Indicator Operation ........ ............................ ..................................... ........................................... ............... ...................................... Adjusting the Steering Wrench Windows Wheels . 252 . 65 . 75 . 266 . 79 . 280 Operating the Power ................ . 107 Windshield Defroster Washers Wiper Zone, Heated ................................... ....................................... . 127 . 75 . 76, 129 ........... Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing ....................... ..................................... .................................... ..... . 264 . 75 . 268 . 298 XM Satellite Radio ＊ ...................... . 144 ＊ : U.S. only 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：１２　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３８ 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：１５　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３３９ 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：１７　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３４０ 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１４：２５：３１　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０３４１ Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 22.01 US gal (83.3 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 248 detergent oil (see page ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 254 ). Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 256 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 255 ). Rear Differential Fluid: Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid (see page 254 ). Transfer Assembly Fluid: SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only (see page 255 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Compact Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：３９：４７　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００１ Owner’s Identification OWNER ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE V. I. N. DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME ADDRESS (Date sold to original retail purchaser) DEALER NO. STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. 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. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33SJCC20 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：３９：５２　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００２ Congratulations! Your selection of a 2008 Honda Ridgeline was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities. Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Introduction As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment. symbol. This 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：３９：５６　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００３ Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm. This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except 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. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. ii 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：０５　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００４ Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement. A Few Words About Safety You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: Safety Labels − Safety Messages on the vehicle. − three signal words: These signal words mean: preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING , or CAUTION and one of You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions. Safety Headings − Safety Precautions. such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Section Instructions − such as Driver and Passenger Safety. − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. − please read it iii 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：１１　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００５ Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. Your vehicle also has a shorter wheelbase, allowing it to respond quicker to the steering wheel than other sport utility vehicles with a longer wheelbase. In addition to these characteristics, your vehicle’s pickup bed area allows you to carry more cargo and has the dual- action tailgate to handle the items easily. These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides 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 of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts. Overloading or improperly loading cargo could affect your handling and the vehicle’s stability, and could result in a crash. Make sure the cargo is properly loaded and all items are secured in the pickup bed area. For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page Off-HighwayDrivingGuidelines control or an accident. section on page 232 . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of 198 of this manual and the iv 2008 Ridgeline 2008 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction .......................................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety .............................................................................................................................. iii Important Handling Information .................................................................................................................... iv Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) .................................................................................................... 3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) .................................................... 5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ............................................ 57 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control and Homelink) ...................................... 123 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ..................................................................... 179 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ................................................................................................ 197 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)........................................... 237 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses) ...................................... 275 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ....................................... 301 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ... 317 Authorized Manuals (U. S. only) (how to order) ......................................................................................... 321 Index ............................................................................................................................... ........................................ I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) 00X31-SJC-6202 ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：３６　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００７ Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle’s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints. Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to break- in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; plus what you need to know if you’re planning to tow a trailer. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：４４　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００８ Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES (P.70) (P.59) DRIVER’S FRONT (P.9, 23) AIRBAG REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS ＊ (P.172) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.113) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.83) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.107) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.183) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 29) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.135) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK ＊ (P.165) HEATING/COOLING (P.124) CONTROLS CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.130) GLOVE BOX (P.117) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.181) (P.111) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped PARKING BRAKE PEDAL ＊ CENTER CONSOLE (P.115) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.118) CONTINUED 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：５２　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　０００９ Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH ＊ (P.110) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.78) SHIFT LEVER (P.201) HORN ＊ MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.75) BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.122) HEADLIGHT CONTROL DIAL (P.76) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.216) CRUISE BUTTON (P.169) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ＊ (P.165) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES ＊ VTM-4 LOCK (P.206) SELECT BUTTON (P.70) RESET BUTTON (P.70) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.29) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.79) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.79) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.169) INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH (P.120) SEAT HEATERS ＊ (P.105) 1 : 2 : 3 : To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo. If equipped. Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. ＊＊＊ 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４０：５６　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　００１０ Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to protect yourself and your passengers. It shows you how to use seat belts. It explains how your airbags work. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in your vehicle. Seat Belts Airbags Protecting Adults and Teens Important Safety Precautions Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ......... ....... ....................................... ........................................... ......... ..... ........... ............ ... 1. Close and Lock the Doors 2. Adjust the Front Seats 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs 4. Adjust the Head Restraints 5. Fasten and Position the . 6 . 7 . 8 . 9 . 11 . 11 . 11 . 12 . 13 Seat Belts ............................. . 14 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Position . 15 . 16 Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety Precautions . 17 ................................ ..... ... Seat Belts Additional Information About Your ................................. . 18 .. Seat Belt System Components . 18 Lap/Shoulder Belt ...................... . 19 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Seat Belt Maintenance Additional Information About ............................... ............... . 19 . 20 Your Airbags ........................... ...... . 21 . 21 Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Work Work . 23 ......................................... How Your Side Airbags Work . 26 ... How your Side Curtain Airbags ......................................... . 28 How the SRS Indicator Works . 28 .. How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works ...................... How the Passenger Airbag Off ...................... ............................. ... . 29 Airbag Service . 30 Additional Safety Precautions . 31 Indicator Works . 29 Protecting Children General − Guidelines ................................ . 32 All Children Must Be Restrained ............................... . 32 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat ................................. The Passenger’s Front Airbag ......... If You Must Drive with Several ................................... Can Pose Serious Risks Children If a Child Requires Close . 33 . 33 . 35 Attention . 35 Additional Safety Precautions . 36 .................................. ... Protecting Infants and Small Children Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat . 37 . 37 . 38 . 39 . 40 . 41 . 44 . 46 . 49 . 49 . 50 Protecting Infants Protecting Small Children With LATCH With a Lap/Shoulder Belt With a Tether ................................... ....................... ......... ..................... .................... ............................... ......... .............................. ........... Checking Seat Belt Fit ............... Using a Booster Seat .................. When Can a Larger Child Sit in ......................................... ... ............. ................................... . 51 Additional Safety Precautions . 52 . 53 . 54 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Safety Labels Protecting Larger Children Front 2008 Ridgeline ０７／０４／２７　１３：４１：０５　３１ＳＪＣ６２０　００１１ Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section, and throughout this manual. The recommendations on this page are the ones we consider to be the most important. Always Wear Your Seat Belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags, make sure you and your passenger always wear your seat belts, and wear them properly (see page 14 ). Restrain All Children Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap/ shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 32 52 ). − Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children, and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don’t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either. Control Your Speed Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in Safe Condition Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous. To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 266

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