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You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 90

).

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Instrument Panel Indicators

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

This indicator has two functions:

1.

It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It is a reminder to check the parking brake. A beeper sounds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 90

).

2.

If it stays on after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page

376

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE FLUID’’ or ‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 90

).

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It will go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key. If it is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page

101

).

This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages ). and Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signaling.

338

340

When you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn signals on the outside of the vehicle flash.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and when the ignition switch is turned to the START (III) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem with the ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With the indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock brakes. For more information, see page

289

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 91

).

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Daytime Running Lights Indicator

If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem with a circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display, there is a problem with the daytime running light circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.

Instrument Panel Indicators

High Beam Indicator

Washer Level Indicator

This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights. For more information, see page

95

Cruise Main Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page

207

).

Cruise Control Indicator

This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page 207
cruise control.

for information on operating the

This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this indicator (see page

330

).

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will see a ‘‘WASHER FLUID LOW’’ message on the multi- information display (see page

91

).

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Low Fuel Indicator

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘FUEL LOW’’ message on the multi-information display.

Security System Indicator OnRTS,RTLmodels,andCanadian EX-Lmodels

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

When the indicator comes on, there is about 3.3 U.S. gal (12.5 ) of fuel remaining in the tank.

When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank.

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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

This indicator comes on when the security system is set. See page 206
for more information on the security system.

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Lights On Indicator

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when you turn the headlight control dial to either the

or

position.

If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the headlight control dial, this indicator remains on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door.

A/T Temperature Indicator

This indicator monitors the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid. It should come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on while driving, it means the transmission 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.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see an ‘‘A/T TEMP HIGH’’ message on the multi- information display (see page

91

).

Instrument Panel Indicators

Continuing to drive with the A/T temperature indicator on may cause serious damage to the transmission.

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2009 Ridgeline Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 91

).

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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If it 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 problem with the 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 information on the 291
VSA system.

Instrument Panel Indicators

VTM-4 Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the 4WD system. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked.

If the indicator 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.

Continuing to drive with the VTM-4
indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the system.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

VSA Activation Indicator

This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page

291

This indicator has three functions:

1.

2.

3.

It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system.

It flashes when VSA is active (see page

291

).

It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You will also see a ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- 91
information display (see page

).

Maintenance Minder Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. It reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in the information display. See page 313
maintenance minder.

for more information on the

This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Low Tire Pressure Indicator

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

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If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost the pressure on the tire pressure monitor, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the compact spare (see page ), and have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service (see page 278

for more information.

). Refer to page

383

361

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This indicator has two functions:

1.

If it comes on while driving, it indicates that one or more of your vehicle’s tires are significantly low on pressure.

You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page

91

).

Check the tire pressure monitor on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page 282

).

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If this happens, pull to the side of the road when it is safe, check which tire has lost pressure on the multi- information display, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. For more information, see page 383

2.

If this indicator begins to flash, there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display. The indicator continues to flash for a while (approximately 1
minute), then stays on. If this happens, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. For more information, see page 284

Instrument Panel Indicators

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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 problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator and the tire pressure monitor will not come on when a tire loses pressure. Take the vehicle to your dealer to have the system checked.

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2009 Ridgeline If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the bed lights, this indicator will remain on, and then go off after 20 minutes. See page

for more information.

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Instrument Panel Indicators

Message Indicator

Bed Lights On Indicator

This indicator reminds you that the bed lights are on. With the shift lever in the Park position, they come on when you push the light switch on the dashboard, swing open the tailgate, or open the In-Bed Trunk.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem This indicator comes on when there is a system message on the multi- information display. Press the INFO button on the dashboard (see page 82
) to see the message (see page ). 90

Most of the time, this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc.

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In-Bed Trunk Open Indicator

This indicator reminds you that the In-Bed Trunk is open. If you do not close it, the indicator stays on for about 3 minutes. See page for more information.

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Door and Tailgate Open Indicator

This indicator comes on if any door or the tailgate is not closed tightly.

Instrument Panel Indicators

Back Window Open Indicator

This indicator reminds you that the back window is not completely closed when you turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, it goes off after about 30 seconds. With the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) position, it goes off after about 3
minutes.

If you remove the ignition key, turn off the lights, and open the driver’s door without closing the back window, you will hear five beeps and see the indicator blink. If you do not close the back window before the beeper stops, the indicator stops blinking but remains on. It will go off after about 3 minutes. See page 129

for more information.

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On models without navigation system

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

SELECT BUTTON TRIP/RESET BUTTON

INFORMATION DISPLAY

FUEL GAUGE

On models with navigation system

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

INFO(

▲

)BUTTON

SEL/RESET BUTTON

INFO(

▼

)BUTTON

MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

FUEL GAUGE

U.S. model is shown.

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Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine’s cooling system, see page

372

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount.

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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Information Display Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature (if equipped), current fuel mileage, average fuel mileage, range (estimated distance), and maintenance item code(s).

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SELECT BUTTON

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem For information about the multi- information display, see page .82

TRIP/RESET BUTTON

With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the information display changes as shown on the next page each time you press the SELECT button or TRIP/RESET button.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection display.

CONTINUED

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INFORMATION DISPLAY

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

ODOMETER

ODOMETER

SELECT button TRIP/RESET button

TRIP METER A AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE A

TRIP METER B AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE B

CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE

TRIP METER A RANGE

CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE

TRIP METER B RANGE

TRIP METER A

TRIP METER B

ENGINE OIL LIFE

U.S. model is shown.

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Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures 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 the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

TripMeter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the TRIP/ RESET button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the TRIP/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.

Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.

OutsideTemperatureIndicator ExceptRTmodels This shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models), or in Celsius (Canadian models).

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing

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(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 3°C ± in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

5°F in U.S. models (

±

The temperature must be

NOTE: stabilized before doing this procedure.

To adjust the outside temperature indicator, press and hold the TRIP/ RESET button for 10 seconds. The following sequence will appear for 1
second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4, − − − − − −

− − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 1, 0 (Canada).

2, 2,

3, 3,

5,

When the temperature reaches the desired value, release the TRIP/ RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

CONTINUED

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TirePressureMonitor

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR

The appropriate tire indicator will come on along with the low tire pressure indicator if a tire is significantly underinflated or has Low suddenly lost pressure. See Tire Pressure Indicator do if this indicator comes on.

for what to

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem This indicator is displayed as the system message on the multi- information display (see page

282

).

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CurrentFuelMileage This display shows the current, or instant fuel mileage you are getting.

It shows the number of mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada).

AverageFuelMileage When either of the trip meters (trip A or B) is displayed, your vehicle’s average fuel mileage since you last reset that trip meter can be shown on the information display (mpg on U.S. models and l/100 km on Canadian models). This number is updated once per 10 seconds. To see the average fuel mileage, press and release the TRIP/RESET button repeatedly.

The average fuel mileage will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected.

Range(EstimatedDistance) This display shows the estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank.

This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you have achieved over the last few miles (kilometers), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic condition, etc.

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MaintenanceMinder The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble- free driving. Refer to page more information.

313

for

CheckFuelCapMessage Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the information display.

Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another display, press the SELECT button or TRIP/RESET button.

The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.

If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page

375

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INFO (

▲

) BUTTON

SEL/ RESET BUTTON

INFO (

▼

) BUTTON

To change the display, press the INFO ( / ) button on the dashboard repeatedly until the main menu appears (see page

▲ ▼

83

).

With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the multi-information display changes as shown in the next page each time you press the INFO ( / ) button or SEL/RESET ▲ ▼ button.

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, your last selection is displayed.

In the multi-information display, the system message is also displayed (see page

90

).

Multi-Information Display

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The multi-information display in the instrument panel displays various information and messages when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. Some of the messages help you operate your vehicle more comfortably. Others help to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving.

When you open the driver’s door, a ‘‘Welcome’’ message is shown on the multi-information display.

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Multi-Information Display

(See page84)

Trip Computer (See page87)

Tire Pressure for each tire (See page86)

Go to HandsFree-Link Menu (See page86)

Go to Language Selection Menu (See page92)

U.S. model is shown.

▲ ▼

INFO ( ) button SEL/RESET button

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Multi-Information Display

Odometer

Trip Meter

When you reset Trip A, AVERAGE FUEL A, AVERAGE SPEED A, and ELAPSED TIME A are reset at the same time. When you reset Trip B, AVERAGE FUEL B, AVERAGE SPEED B, and ELAPSED TIME B are reset.

ODOMETER

TRIP METER

The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures 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 the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

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U.S. model is shown.

This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’

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Multi-Information Display

Outside Temperature

OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE

U.S. model is shown.

This shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. models), or in Celsius (Canadian models).

The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). When you start your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it may take several minutes until the proper temperature is displayed.

In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you can adjust it up to 3°C ± in Canadian models) warmer or cooler.

5°F in U.S. models (

±

The temperature must be

NOTE: stabilized before doing this procedure.

To adjust the outside temperature indicator, press and hold the SEL/ RESET button for 10 seconds. The following sequence will appear for 1
second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 4, − − − − − −

− − 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 1, 0 (Canada).

2, 2,

3, 3,

5,

When the temperature reaches the desired value, release the SEL/ RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed.

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Multi-Information Display

Engine Oil Life

Tire Pressure Monitor

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

U.S.

Canada

ENGINE OIL LIFE

This shows the remaining life of the engine oil. It shows 100% after the engine oil is replaced and the display is reset. The engine oil life is calculated based on engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions. For more information, see page

313

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When the tire pressure monitor is shown on the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown. You can see the pressure of each tire in this monitor. If one or more tires are low, inflate them to the correct pressure. For more information, see page

282

You can receive or make phone calls from your cell phone through your vehicle’s Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (HFL) system without touching your cell phone.

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Multi-Information Display

To use the system, your cell phone and the HFL system must be linked. Not all cell phones are compatible with this system. Refer to page for instructions on how to link 217
your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website.

Trip Computer

Average Fuel Economy/Range

Average Vehicle Speed/Elapsed Time

Instantaneous Fuel Mileage

U.S. model is shown.

▲ ▼

INFO ( ) button SEL/RESET button

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Multi-Information Display

Along with the trip meter, the trip computer calculates these values:

Average Fuel Economy Range Average Vehicle Speed Elapsed Time Instantaneous fuel mileage

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AVERAGEFUELA/B This shows your vehicle’s average fuel economy in mpg (U.S. models) or liter/100 km (Canadian models) since you last reset Trip A or Trip B.

ELAPSEDTIMEA/B This shows the time passed traveled since you last reset it. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, ELAPSED TIME is reset.

INSTANTFUELMPG(U.S. models)/INSTANTFUELL/100km (Canadianmodels) This shows your current fuel mileage.

RANGE This shows the estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles(U.S.) or kilometers (Canada), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc.

AVERAGESPEEDA/B This shows the average speed you are traveling in miles per hour (mph) for U.S. models or kilometers per hour (km/h) for Canadian models.

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Multi-Information Display

The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected.

You will also hear a beep when the system message comes on for the first time.

System Messages

SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR

If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil level is low or a door is not fully closed, the multi-information display will show you the problem. It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages.

When there are several messages to be shown, the system switches the messages every 5 seconds. The message is shown until you push the INFO ( ) button. To see the message again, press the INFO ( after the display disappears.

) button, 5 seconds

▲ ▼

▲ ▼

or

or

Here is a list of messages shown on the multi-information display:

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Multi-Information Display

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Multi-Information Display

Language Selection

There are three language selections you can make: English, Spanish, and French. To choose the language you want, follow these instructions:

Press and release INFO ( / ) ▲ ▼ button repeatedly to select the ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION’’ display.

Press the SEL/RESET button to see the selections.

Select the desired language by pressing the SEL/RESET button, then enter your selection by pressing and holding the SEL/RESET button.

When your selection is successfully completed, the display returns to the ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION’’ display.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS

(P.98)

TRIP/RESET BUTTON ＊ (P.76)

SELECT BUTTON

＊

(P.76)

SHIFT LEVER (P.271)

VTM-4 LOCK (P.276)

MOONROOF SWITCH ＊ (P.131) MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.94)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS ＊ (P.202) HEADLIGHT CONTROL DIAL (P.95)

FOG LIGHTS (P.97)

＊

VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH

(P.292)

BED LIGHT SWITCH (P.144)

VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS ＊

Vehicle with navigation system is shown.

BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS ＊

(P.218)

＊

▲

) BUTTON

INFO ( (P.76) SEL/RESET BUTTON ＊ (P.76) INFO ( (P.76) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR

)BUTTON

(P.31)

▼

＊

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.99) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.207) INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH

(P.142)

SEAT HEATERS ＊ (P.126)

HORN ＊

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

(P.99)

＊ ＊ ＊ ＊ ＊

1 : 2 : 3 : 4 : 5 :

To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. On models with navigation system. On models without navigation system.

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Multi-Control Lever

LO

−

The wipers run at low speed.

HI

−

The wipers run at high speed.

MIST:

The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever.

Windshield Washer:

Push the button on the end of the multi-control lever. The washers spray until you release the button. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the button.

The multi-control lever has many functions, including windshield wipers and washers, turn signals, headlight high beams, and headlight high beam flashing.

To select a position, turn the rotary switch, push the button on the end of the lever, or push the lever up, down, forward, or backward.

OFF:

The wipers are not activated.

INT:

The 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 when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

OFF INT: Intermittent INT TIME ring LO: Low speed HI: High speed MIST Windshield washers Turn signal High beams Flash high beams

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AutomaticHeatedWiperZone Your vehicle has heating wires at the bottom of the windshield to help heat the wiper blades and the windshield. If the outside temperature is near freezing, the heater turns on automatically when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The heater turns off automatically when the outside temperature is above freezing.

This function helps to increase wiper performance when the wiper arms sit in the parked position in snowy or icy conditions.

Multi-Control Lever, Headlights

Headlight Control Dial

−

Turn Signal Push down on the multi-control lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn.

−

High Beams To turn on the high beams, push the multi-control lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will come on (see page to return to the low beams.

). Pull the lever back

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To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

1. 2. 3.

OFF Parking and indicator lights Headlights

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Headlights

Automatic Lighting Off Feature The automatic lighting off feature turns off the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver’s door.

This feature activates if you leave the headlight control dial in the ‘‘ the key, then open and close the driver’s door.

’’ position, remove

’’ or ‘‘

If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight control dial on, but do not open the door, the lights will turn off after 10
minutes.

The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. With the driver’s door open, you will hear a lights-on reminder chime.

−

Turning the dial to ’’ position turns on the

Headlights the ‘‘ parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, and license plate lights.

’’

Turning the dial to the ‘‘ position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on and remove the key from the ignition switch, you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver’s door.

’’ or

’’ position, the lights on

When the dial is in the ‘‘ ‘‘ indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the lights on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

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Headlights, Fog Lights

Daytime Running Lights With the headlight control dial off, the daytime running lights come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the headlight control dial.

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display, there is a problem with the daytime running light circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.

Fog Lights Ifequipped

Turn the fog lights on and off by pressing the button. The indicator in the button lights to show the fog lights are on.

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam. They will go off when you turn the headlights off or onto high beam.

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’’ position to reduce glare at

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Instrument Panel Brightness

If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver’s door, the illumination turns off about 30 seconds after you close the door.

If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the illumination turns off in about 10 seconds.

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL DIAL

The dial on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights and the console compartment light. Turn the dial to adjust the brightness.

The instrument panel will illuminate when you unlock and open the driver’s door. The brightness will increase when you insert the key in the ignition switch.

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Hazard Warning Button, Steering Wheel Adjustment

Hazard Warning Button

Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

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 lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

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2.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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