Variable Torque Management - Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual

VTM-4 LOCK BUTTON
Your vehicle is equipped with a

variable torque management

4-wheel-drive system (VTM-4) that
distributes engine torque to the
appropriate drive axle depending on
the available traction conditions. The
system is completely automatic,
always active, and does not require
any driver interaction.
If you become stuck, you can
activate the VTM-4 by pressing the
VTM-4 LOCK button while in first
(1), second (2), or reverse (R) gear
below 18 mph (30 km/h). This mode
overrides the auto system to send
maximum torque to the rear axle.
This mode is only intended for
intermittent use at low speed to free
your vehicle if it becomes stuck or
when you encounter a steep grade
with one wheel on a slippery surface.
Generally, you should first allow the
auto mode to operate to adjust for
the available traction conditions.
To Engage the VTM-4 Lock:
1. The vehicle speed must be below
18 mph (30 km/h).
2. Move the shift lever to first (1),
second (2), or reverse (R) gear.
VTM-4 System
3. Press the VTM-4 LOCK button.
The indicator in the button comes
on.
To get unstuck, apply light pressure
to the accelerator pedal. Do not spin
the front tires for more than a few
seconds. Because of the amount of
torque applied to the rear tires, they
should not spin. This is normal. If
you are not able to move the vehicle,
stop and reverse direction.
Do not use the VTM-4 LOCK button on
dry, paved roads. Driving on dry,
paved roads with VTM-4 Lock ON may
damage the rear dif f erential when
making a turn. Strange noise and
vibration can also result.
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