territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.
U.S. model is shown.
TRIP METER
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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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.
Multi-Information Display
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 HandsFreeLink vehicle’s (HFL) system without touching your cell phone.
Bluetooth
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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
221
your cell phone to HFL and how to
receive or make phone calls, or visit
the handsfreelink.com website. In
Canada, visit
, or call
1-(888) 9-HONDA-9.
www.honda.ca
Trip Computer
Average Fuel Economy/Range
Average Vehicle Speed/Elapsed Time
Instantaneous Fuel Economy
U.S. model is shown.
▲ ▼
INFO ( ) button SEL/RESET button
CONTINUED
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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 economy
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ELAPSEDTIMEA/B This shows the accumulated traveling time 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 instant fuel economy.
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.
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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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.
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.
Multi-Information Display
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:
CONTINUED
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Multi-Information Display
U.S.
Canada
See page
132
See page
376
See page
376
See page
374
See page
375
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
See page
11
See page
20
See page
20
See page
30
See page
31
U.S.
Canada
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Multi-Information Display
See page
374
See page
289
See page
291
See page
281
See page
282
See page
69
See page
271
See page
330
See page
68
See page
97
See page
319
See page
250
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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 the 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
TRIP/RESET BUTTON * (P.76)
SELECT BUTTON
*
(P.76)
SHIFT LEVER (P.271) VTM-4 LOCK (P.276)
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.98)
MOONROOF SWITCH * (P.131)
MULTI-CONTROL LEVER (WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/ HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.94)
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS * (P.203)
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.221)
*
* * * * *
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.
*
▲
) 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.210) INTERIOR LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH
(P.142)
SEAT HEATERS (P.126)
*
HORN STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
(P.99)
*
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Multi-Control Lever
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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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).
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.
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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
CONTINUED
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2011 RidgelineAutomatic 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.
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Headlights
−
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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2011 RidgelineThe instrument panel brightness is dimmed when you turn the headlight control dial to the ‘‘ ‘‘ night. To cancel it, turn the instrument panel brightness control dial upward fully until you hear a click.
’’ position to reduce glare at
’’ or
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.
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Instrument Panel Brightness
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.
1.
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.
3.
Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position.
Push the lever on the left side of the steering column all the way down.
4.
Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.
Move the steering wheel so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.
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Keys
KEY NUMBER TAG
MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER
VALET KEY (LIGHT GRAY)
You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.
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 a parking facility.
Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.
The valet key does not contain a battery. Do not try to take it apart.
You can also keep the In-Bed Trunk locked by using the main switch in the glove box (see page
118
).
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Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position again.
The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key chain) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.
If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.
AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable.
Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.
If you have lost your key and cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone.
ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).
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−
Use this position
START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key.
You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.
The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.
−
You can insert or
LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, and you must push the key in slightly.
If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.
−
You can
ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.
−
This is the normal key
ON (II) 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) position.
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Power Door Locks
LOCK TAB
The lock tab on each door locks and unlocks that door. Pulling up on the 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 open or close the side windows by using the key in the driver’s door (see page
130
).
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
To lock all doors and the In-Bed Trunk, push the front of the master door lock switch on either front door, press the lock tab down on the driver’s door, or use the key on the outside lock on the driver’s door.
Pushing the rear of either master door lock switch will unlock all of the doors and the In-Bed Trunk.
Door Locks
To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab down, and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, and push the lock tab down, or push the front of the master switch, then close the door.
LockoutPrevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches will not lock, but they will unlock. The lock feature is not disabled if the driver’s door is closed. Pushing the front of the switch on the open passenger’s door will lock all doors and the In-Bed Trunk.
This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. See page for how to set them.
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Door Locks
Childproof Door Locks
LOCK LEVER
The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors. Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up, and use the outside door handle.
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock. There are default settings for each of these features. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is applied. Make all settings before you start driving.
With the auto door locking and unlocking, the In-Bed Trunk also locks and unlocks.
Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings:
The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.
The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). This is the default setting.
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ToturnofftheAutoDoorLock modes:
3.
Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door until you hear a click (after about 5 seconds).
4.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position.
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.
Door Locks
ToprogramtheParkLockmode: Locksalldoorswhentheshiftleveris movedoutofthePark(P)position.
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.
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Door Locks
3.
Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5
seconds).
4.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position.
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ToprogramtheDriveLockmode: Locksalldoorswhenthevehicle’sspeed reachesabout9mph(15km/h).
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.
3.
4.
Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.
Push and hold the front of the
master door lock switch on the
driver’s door. You will hear a click.
Keep holding the switch until you
hear another click (after about 5
seconds).
5.
Release the switch and, within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
Move the shift lever to the Park
(P) position.
6.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
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Auto Door Unlocking The auto door unlocking feature has five possible settings:
ToturnofftheAutoDoorUnlock modes:
The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
The driver’s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position with the brake pedal depressed. This is the default setting.
All doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park (P) position with the brake pedal depressed.
The driver’s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
All doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s door.
Door Locks
3.
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click, and after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.
4.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position.
CONTINUED
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Door Locks
ToprogramtheParkUnlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheshiftleverismovedintothe Park(P)positionwiththebrakepedal depressed.
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.
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3.
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold down the switch:
−
Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’sdoorunlock feature.
−
Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate the all doors unlock feature.
4.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the LOCK (0) position.
ToprogramtheIgnitionSwitch Unlockmode: Unlocksthedriver’sdoororalldoors whentheignitionswitchismovedoutof theON(II)position.
1.
Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position.
2.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door.
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5.
Release the switch and, within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
Move the shift lever to the Park
(P) position.
6.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.
3.
4.
Push and hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of the Park (P) position.
Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the switch:
−
Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate the driver’s door unlock feature.
−Or, until you hear two more
clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate the all doors unlock feature.
Door Locks
If your vehicle’s battery is removed or goes dead, the auto door lock/ unlock setting is reset to the deactivated mode.
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Remote Transmitter
LED
LOCK BUTTON
UNLOCK BUTTON
PANIC BUTTON
−
LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors and the In-Bed Trunk. Some exterior and interior lights will flash once.
When you push LOCK twice within 5
seconds, you will hear a beep to
verify that the 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.
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−
Press this button once
UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door and the In-Bed Trunk. Push it twice to unlock the remaining doors. Some exterior and interior lights will flash twice each time you push the button.
When you press the UNLOCK button, the front and rear individual map lights, depending on the interior light control switch position, will come on (see page not open any door, the lights stay on for about 30 seconds, then go out. If you relock the doors and the In-Bed Trunk with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights will go off immediately.
). If you do
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If you do not open any door within 30
seconds, the doors automatically
relock, and the security system sets
(if equipped). The UNLOCK button
does not work when the key is in the
ignition switch.
You can also open all side windows
from outside the vehicle with the
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remote transmitter (see page
).
−
Press and hold this
PANIC button for about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Panic mode does not work when the key is in the ignition switch.
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Remote Transmitter Care
Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
Remote Transmitter
Replacing the Transmitter Battery
BATTERY
SCREW
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors,
replace the battery as soon as
possible.
Battery type: CR1616
2.
3.
To replace the battery:
1.
Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.
Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.
Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.
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Remote Transmitter
AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.
Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.
ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.
4.
Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the
side facing down.
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An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal.
5.
Install the parts in reverse order.
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Before you open the tailgate a different 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 securely before driving.
You can open the tailgate two different ways:
Drop it open by using the upper handle.
Swing it open by using the right lower handle.
NOTE: As a safety feature, the upper handle is disabled if you do not fully close the tailgate after it is swung open. And the lower handle is disabled if you do not fully close the tailgate after it is dropped open.
Dual-Action Tailgate
To Drop Open the Tailgate
UPPER HANDLE
To drop open the tailgate, pull up the upper handle, then pull down the tailgate. To close the tailgate, push firmly up until it latches.
CONTINUED
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Dual-Action Tailgate
The dropped open tailgate can be used as an extended pickup bed. Make sure to secure the items in the pickup bed, and do not exceed the maximum allowable weight on the tailgate (see page
263
).
To Swing Open the Tailgate
To turn the bed lights on or off, use the bed light switch on the dashboard (see page ).
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HANDLE
To swing open the tailgate, first make sure it is fully closed, then pull up the right lower handle, and swing the tailgate to the left. To close, swing the tailgate back, and push it firmly until it is latched.
Before opening or closing the tailgate, check that passengers, especially children, are not in the tailgate’s path.
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Do not drive with the tailgate swung open. This could damage the tailgate.
Swinging the tailgate open or closed while anyone is in its path can cause serious injury.
Make sure all passengers are clear of the tailgate’s path before opening or closing it.
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Do not allow anyone to hang on the swung open tailgate. This could damage the tailgate.
Do not leave the tailgate swung open. The tailgate may swing and shut accidentally. This could cause serious injuries.
The bed lights come on when you swing open the tailgate. You can also turn the bed lights on or off by pushing the bed light switch on the dashboard (see page
144
).
Dual-Action Tailgate
If you do not fasten the seat belt, you first hear the seat belt reminder alarm, then the tailgate reminder beeper sounds.
The indicator does not monitor the tailgate when it is dropped open.
Loading Cargo See page for information on cargo loading and weight limits.
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You can also store and lock items in the In-Bed Trunk (see page
116
).
TailgateOpenIndicator
Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem This indicator is in the door and tailgate open monitor on the instrument panel. It comes on when the tailgate is swung open or it is not completely closed. This indicator works even if the key is not in the ignition switch.
If the tailgate 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. The beeper also sounds and the indicator blinks when you move the shift lever out of the Park or neutral position.
Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The tailgate open indicator appears on the multi-information display (see page
11
).
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In-Bed Trunk
RELEASE BUTTON
You can open the In-Bed Trunk two different ways:
Push the release button on the lower right side of the In-Bed Trunk lid when the driver’s door is unlocked.
Use the master key to open the In-Bed Trunk when the driver’s door is locked.
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If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the release button on the In-Bed Trunk lid is disabled. To open the In-Bed Trunk, use the master key.
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
144
).
To close the In-Bed Trunk, lower the lid, then press down on the back edge.
When the In-Bed Trunk is closed securely, it can be locked or unlocked along with the power door locks (see page
103
).
You can store items in the In-Bed
Trunk up to 300 lbs (136 kg). Do not
exceed this weight limit, or you may
damage the In-Bed Trunk. See page
259
for information on loading cargo
and weight limits.
To store items separately in the In-Bed Trunk, optional divider guides are available from your dealer.
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To avoid damaging the key and key cylinder of the In-Bed Trunk lid, do not close the tailgate when the key is in the lid.
To avoid damaging the seal on the In-Bed Trunk lid, remove any debris from the lid’s mating surface before you close it.
Emergency Opener
In-Bed Trunk
To avoid damaging the In-Bed Trunk lid, and to prevent items from being thrown about the vehicle and possibly hurting someone in a crash or sudden stop, be sure the In-Bed Trunk lid is securely closed before driving away.
To avoid damaging the bottom of the In-Bed Trunk, do not drive over large obstacles, and do not use it as a jacking point to raise the vehicle.
In-Bed Trunk Open Indicator
This indicator on the instrument panel reminds you that the In-Bed Trunk is open (see page
75
).
RELEASE LEVER
As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the latch of the In-Bed Trunk lid so it can be opened from the inside. To open the In-Bed Trunk, push the release lever in the direction of the arrow.
Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page
38
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In-Bed Trunk
In-Bed Trunk Main Switch
Washing the In-Bed Trunk
Cargo Hooks
MAIN SWITCH
CARGO HOOKS
To protect items in the In-Bed Trunk, you can disable its release button by turning off the main switch in the glove box and locking the glove box with the master key.
Even if the main switch is in the OFF position, you can open the In-Bed Trunk with the master key.
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DRAIN PLUG
You can wash the inside of the In-Bed Trunk with a water and mild detergent solution, and a soft brush or cloth.
To drain water from the In-Bed Trunk, remove the drain plug by turning it counterclockwise.
When you are finished washing the