Page 1 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 2 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 3 Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Safety Section how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. Instructions This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 4: Important Handling Information
For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page of this manual and the section on page . Failure to operate your vehicle correctly might result in loss of Off-Highway Driving Guidelines control or an accident. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 5: X31-Sjc-6300
2009 Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ................................A Few Words About Safety ..........................Important Handling Information ........................Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............
Page 6 A summary of the information you and details how to handle them. need when you pull up to the fuel Features How to operate the heating and air pump. conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience features. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
GLOVE BOX POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.138) (P.128) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.252) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE PARKING BRAKE CENTER CONSOLE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.249) PEDAL (P.132) (P.136) (P.139) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 8 BUTTONS 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Protecting Children General Front ......... Position ........ Guidelines ........ Additional Safety Precautions . Advice for Pregnant Women ..All Children Must Be Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Additional Safety Precautions . Restrained ....... Safety Labels ........2009 Ridgeline...
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Don’t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even maintenance (see page one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
(6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags The following pages explain how you (8) Front Seat Belt Tensioners can take an active role in protecting (9) Door Locks yourself and your passengers. (10) Side Airbags (11) Side Curtain Airbags 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 12: Seat Belts
Help protect you in almost every can result in death or serious type of crash, including: frontal impacts injury in a crash. side impacts rear impacts Make sure all passengers ride rollovers in a seat and wear a seat belt properly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 13: Airbags
(see page information on how your side airbags Always wear for more information on how work). What you should do: your seat belt, and make sure you your front airbags work). wear it properly. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 14 (see page for more information on how your side curtain airbags work). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Before driving, be sure the tailgate is also closed. Your vehicle has a door and tailgate open indicator on the instrument panel to indicate when any door or the tailgate is not tightly closed. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 16 When the In-Bed Trunk is not tightly When the tailgate is not tightly tightly closed, the ‘‘DOOR OPEN’’ closed, the ‘‘TRUNK OPEN’’ closed, the ‘‘TAILGATE OPEN’’ message will come on. message will come on. message will come on. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 17: Adjust The Front Seats
‘‘DOOR, TRUNK rear as possible while allowing you to & TAILGATE OPEN’’ message will maintain full control of the vehicle. come on. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 19: Adjust The Head Restraints
See page for how to adjust the manual adjustable seat-back, and as high as possible. head restraints and how the driver’s page for the power adjustable and front passenger’s active head seat-back. restraints work. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
(it has four information about your seat belts chance of injury during a crash is positions). and how to take care of them. greatly increased. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
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Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
A passenger who is not hurt someone. moving. wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can be thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against other occupants, or out of the vehicle. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
If should not come on and the beeper your seat belt is not fastened before should not sound. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt
To deactivate the lockable retractor, unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the seat belt, pull it out only as far as needed. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 26: Seat Belt Maintenance
When the tensioners are activated, Warranty Information booklet for needed. the seat belts will remain tight until details. they are unbuckled. Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 27: Additional Information About Your Airbags
(11) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors/OPDS Sensors Control Unit and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE (12) SRS Indicator CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page (13) Side Curtain Airbags (14) Side Impact Sensors (First) (15) Side Impact Sensors (Second) (16) Roll Rate Sensor CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 28 If the seat is passenger seat belt use when the too far forward, the airbag will ignition switch is in the ON (II) inflate with less force (see page position. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 29: How Your Front Airbags Work
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Page 30 If the occupant’s belt is , the latched with a little less force. airbag will deploy at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the seat belt. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 31 SRS indicator will come on, and could damage the sensors or prevent the airbag will inflate in the normal front airbag off. them from working properly. manner regardless of the driver’s seating position. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 32: How Your Side Airbags Work
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Page 33 It may prevent the cutoff deployment path. system from working properly. Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to be shut off. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 34: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
If the impact is on the passenger’s engine starts. side, the passenger’s side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no If the indicator comes on or occupants on that side of the vehicle. flashes on and off while you drive. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 35: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
SRS indicator alerts you to You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER It does there is a problem a possible problem. not mean SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the with the airbag. multi-information display (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 36: Airbag Service
The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem. authorized dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, your airbags may not operate properly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 37: Additional Safety Precautions
Honda cutoff system from working Automobile Customer Service at properly. (800) 999-1009. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 38: Protecting Children General
If you have children, or ever need to (see pages vehicle drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 39: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
(see page for important of the child seat with enough force information about protecting larger children). to kill or very seriously injure an infant. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 40 DASHBOARD children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 41: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Move the vehicle seat as far to the driving, placing both of you at risk. rear as possible (see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 42: Additional Safety Precautions
If a child wraps a loose locked. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 43: Protecting Infants And Small Children
It could also interfere with proper one year old. operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby’s head, neck, and back. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 44: Protecting Small Children
Of the different seats available, we recommend those that have a five- point harness system as shown. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 45: Selecting A Child Seat
If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 46: Installing A Child Seat
A child seat secured with a seat belt facing child seats. should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 47: With Latch
(see page anchors. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 48 Whatever type you have, follow Some LATCH-compatible seats the child seat maker’s instructions have a rigid-type connector as for adjusting or tightening the fit. shown above. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 49 Route the tether strap downward properly, making sure the strap is not twisted, then attach the strap hook to the tether anchor on the outside of the seat bottom (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 50: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
If the belt is locked, you will not shoulder belt. Refer to page be able to pull it out. If you can pull how to route the tether strap the belt out, it is not locked, and properly. you will need to repeat these steps. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 51 To remove slack, it may help to put weight on the child seat, or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 52: With A Tether
The center seating Lift the cover, then hook the position has a tether anchor between tether strap through the upper the lower anchors for the LATCH- guide as shown. compatible child seat. Each anchor point is shown above. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 53 Route the tether strap over the seat-back, lift the cover, then hook the tether strap through the upper guide as shown. Route the tether strap downward properly along the seat-back, making sure the strap is not twisted. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 54 This CENTER TETHER ANCHOR could lead to serious injury or death. Attach the tether strap hook to the center tether anchor between the lower anchors for the LATCH- compatible child seat. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 55: Protecting Larger Children
Does the child sit all the way back against the seat? Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat? CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 56: Using A Booster Seat
(e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 57: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Supervise the child. Even a mature child could receive possibly serious belt properly throughout a ride. child sometimes needs to be injuries. reminded to fasten the seat belt or sit properly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 58: Additional Safety Precautions
It also increases the chance that the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured. Two children should never use the If they do, they same seat belt. could be very seriously injured in a crash. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 59: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The vehicle was in an accident Even with the door open, run the Set the temperature control to a that may have damaged the engine only long enough to move the comfortable setting. underside. vehicle out of the garage. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 60: Safety Labels
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. Canadian models RADIATOR CAP SUN VISOR U.S. models only 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 61 Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models U.S. models PICKUP BED U.S. models Canadian models 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 62 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 63: Seat Heaters
AC Power Outlet ......141 Ignition Switch ......Interior Lights ....... Door Locks ........Bed Lights ........Childproof Door Locks .... Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking ......Remote Transmitter ..... Dual-Action Tailgate ..... In-Bed Trunk ......Seats ..........Seat Heaters ........2009 Ridgeline...
Page 64: Control Locations
(P.138) MASTER SWITCH (P.103) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.128) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.252) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE CENTER CONSOLE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS RELEASE HANDLE PEDAL (P.132) (P.249) (P.136) (P.139) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 65: Instrument Panel
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.71) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. On models with navigation system. On models without navigation system. 3 : On RTS, RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 66: Instrument Panel Indicators
You will also see a ‘‘FASTEN SEAT beeper stops, the indicator stops BELT’’ or ‘‘FASTEN PASSENGER flashing but remains on. SEAT BELT’’ message on the multi- information display (see page For more information, see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 67 ). For more information, see You will also see a ‘‘CHECK You will also see a ‘‘CHECK page ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see the multi-information display (see page page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 68 On models with navigation system automatic seat belt tensioners, You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER driver’s seat position sensor, or the SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the front passenger’s weight sensors. multi-information display (see page For more information, see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 69 FLUID’’ or ‘‘CHECK BRAKE parking brake not fully released. SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- Driving with the parking brake not information display (see page fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 70: Hazard Warning Button
On models with navigation system the vehicle flash. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 71 Cruise Control Indicator light circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. This indicator comes on when you set the cruise control. See page for information on operating the cruise control. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 72 See page is about 3.3 U.S. gal (12.5 ) of fuel for more information on the remaining in the tank. security system. When the needle reaches E, there is a very small amount of fuel in the tank. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 73 A reminder chime will the indicator goes out. also sound when you open the driver’s door. On models with navigation system You will also see an ‘‘A/T TEMP HIGH’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 74 VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page for more information on the VSA system. Continuing to drive with the VTM-4 indicator blinking may cause serious damage to the system. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 75 This indicator goes off when your It flashes when VSA is active (see dealer resets it after completing the page required maintenance service. It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 76 You will also see a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message on the multi-information display (see page Check the tire pressure monitor on the multi-information display and determine the cause (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 77 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 78 ) to see the message (see page tailgate, or open the In-Bed Trunk. 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 79 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 for more information. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 80: Gauges
INFO( )BUTTON SEL/RESET Avoid driving with an extremely low BUTTON f uel level. Running out of f uel could INFO( )BUTTON cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. FUEL GAUGE MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY U.S. model is shown. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 81 (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 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 82 TRIP METER A AVERAGE FUEL AVERAGE FUEL MILEAGE B MILEAGE A CURRENT CURRENT TRIP METER A TRIP METER B FUEL MILEAGE FUEL MILEAGE RANGE RANGE TRIP METER A TRIP METER B ENGINE OIL LIFE U.S. model is shown. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 83 TRIP/ meter, display it, and then press and RESET button. You should see the hold the TRIP/RESET button until In certain weather conditions, new outside temperature displayed. the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. temperature readings near freezing CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 84 The average fuel mileage will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead On models with navigation system This indicator is displayed as the or is disconnected. system message on the multi- information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 85 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 86: Multi-Information Display
When you open the driver’s door, a system message is also displayed ‘‘Welcome’’ message is shown on the To change the display, press the (see page multi-information display. INFO ( / ) button on the dashboard repeatedly until the main menu appears (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 87 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) INFO ( / ) button SEL/RESET button U.S. model is shown. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 88 To reset a trip meter, display it, and kilometers indicated. then press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 89 Celsius (Canadian models). (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is 1, 0 (Canada). forming on the road surface. When the temperature reaches the desired value, release the SEL/ RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 90 You can see the pressure of each tire revolutions. For more information, in this monitor. If one or more tires see page are low, inflate them to the correct pressure. For more information, see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 91 Average Fuel Economy/Range your cell phone to the HFL and how to receive or make phone calls, or visit the handsfreelink.com website. Average Vehicle Speed/Elapsed Time Instantaneous Fuel Mileage U.S. model is shown. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 92 (Canada), so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc. AVERAGE SPEED A/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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 93 It does this by interrupting the current display with one or more messages. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 94 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display U.S. U.S. See page See page See page Canada Canada See page U.S. See page See page See page Canada See page See page U.S. See page Canada 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 95 Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page See page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 96 Select the desired language by pressing the SEL/RESET button, Press and release INFO ( / ) then enter your selection by pressing button repeatedly to select the and holding the SEL/RESET button. ‘‘LANGUAGE SELECTION’’ display. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 97: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
(P.218) 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 98: Multi-Control Lever
Vary the delay by turning the MIST INT TIME ring. If you turn it to Windshield washers the shortest delay, the wipers Turn signal change to low speed when the High beams vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph Flash high beams (20 km/h). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 99: Headlights
To flash the high beams, pull the Parking and indicator lights lever back lightly, then release it. Headlights The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 100 ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 101: Fog Lights
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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 102: Instrument Panel Brightness
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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 103: Hazard Warning Button
Move the steering wheel so it area near heavy traffic, or if your points toward your chest, not vehicle is disabled. toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 104: Keys
The valet key does not contain a vehicle and the valet key at a parking battery. Do not try to take it apart. facility. You can also keep the In-Bed Trunk locked by using the main switch in the glove box (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 105: Immobilizer System
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone. undesired operation of the device. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 106: Ignition Switch
ON (II) This is the normal key 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 107: Door Locks
This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. See page Pushing the rear of either master how to set them. door lock switch will unlock all of the doors and the In-Bed Trunk. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 108: Childproof Door Locks
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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 109 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s Turn the ignition switch to the ON door. (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 110 (P) position. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 111 ACCESSORY (I) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. (II) position, and open the driver’s door. All doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 112 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to Turn the ignition switch to the ON close the driver’s door. (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 113 Continue to hold the switch: LOCK (0) position. 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 114: Remote Transmitter
Trunk are locked and the security in the ignition switch. 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 115 Battery type: CR1616 Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad To replace the battery: by releasing the two tabs on the cover. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 116 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 117: Dual-Action Tailgate
To drop open the tailgate, pull up the after it is dropped open. upper handle, then pull down the tailgate. To close the tailgate, push firmly up until it latches. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 118 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. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 119 The beeper also sounds and the indicator blinks when you move the shift lever out of the Park or neutral position. On models with navigation system The tailgate open indicator appears on the multi-information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 120: In-Bed Trunk
To store items separately in the locks (see page In-Bed Trunk, optional divider Use the master key to open the guides are available from your dealer. In-Bed Trunk when the driver’s door is locked. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 121 This indicator on the instrument Parents should decide if their panel reminds you that the In-Bed Trunk is open (see page children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 122 Trunk, remove the drain plug by position, you can open the In-Bed turning it counterclockwise. Trunk with the master key. When you are finished washing the In-Bed Trunk, dry it with a soft cloth, and reinstall the drain plug. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 123: Seats
To adjust the seat forward or backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 124 The height of your driver’s seat is is locked in position. adjustable. To raise the seat, repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion. To lower the seat, push the lever down repeatedly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 125 Make all seat Increases or decreases adjustments before you start driving. Moves the seat forward the lumbar support. and backward. (RTL and Canadian EX-L models) Moves the front of the seat up or down. Raises or lowers the seat. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 126 The rear seat armrest is in the slide it to the desired position. center of the rear seats. Pivot it down to use it. Make sure your passenger’s hands or fingers are away from the armrest before moving it. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 127 Do not attempt to adjust it sure the center head restraint is the center of the restraint. while driving. To raise it, pull upward. properly positioned. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 128 The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 129 To fold a rear seat cushion, pull up replacement head restraints. the lever on the outside of the cushion. The seat cushion pops up, and the seat legs store underneath it. Push the cushion firmly against the seat-back to lock it in place. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 130: Seat Heaters
Make sure the seat cushion is locked there is no heater in the passenger’s securely and the seat legs are seat-back. The ignition switch must positioned properly in the floor guide. be in the ON (II) position to use the heaters. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 131: Seat Heaters
Push the top of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of the switch. This will keep the seat warm. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 132: Power Windows
Release the switch when you want windows unintentionally. the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 133 LOCK (0) position, the completely, then hold the switch indicator goes off after about 3 for about 2 seconds. minutes. If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 134 3 seconds. To open: You cannot close the windows with Insert the key in the driver’s door the remote transmitter. lock. Turn the key clockwise, then release it. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 135: Moonroof
Turn the key counterclockwise moonroof. The ignition switch must again, and hold it. All four side be in the ON (II) position. windows start to close. To stop the windows, release the key. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 136: Parking Brake
(see page injury. Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 137: Mirrors
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 138 The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Push the appropriate edge of the Press the button again to turn the adjustment switch to move the heaters off. mirror right, left, up, or down. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 139: Interior Convenience Items
VANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLE CONSOLE COMPARTMENT SUNGLASSES BEVERAGE HOLDER COAT HOOK HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CENTER UPPER POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS CENTER POCKET CENTER LOWER POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS : On vehicle without navigation system 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 140: Center Console
To close, squeeze at the front of the compartment. the knob and pull the compartment The console compartment light backward until the beverage holder comes on when the instrument panel latches. lights are on. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 141: Cargo Hooks
The upper console compartment has objects may damage the hooks. components in the interior. a removable coin holder. Pull the coin holder straight up to remove it. To install it, push it down along the guides on the side of the compartment. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 142: Glove Box
Make sure the belt. holder is closed while you are driving. Always keep the glove box Some larger styles of sunglasses closed while driving. may not fit in the holder. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 143: Accessory Power Sockets
120 watts or less (10 the center pocket on the dashboard, amps). and another is on the back of the center console. To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 144: Sun Visor
In this position, the sun visor can be adjusted by moving it on its slider. The light will not come on if the sun Do not use the extended sun visor visor is slid outward. over the inside mirror. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 145: Ac Power Outlet
To use the AC power outlet, open the lids and open the outlet cover. Insert the plug into the receptacle slightly, turn it 90° clockwise, then push in the plug all the way. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 146: Interior Lights
All the individual map lights and switch, the lights stay on about 3 the rear console light come on and minutes, then go out. stay on as long as the switch remains in the ON position. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 147 After you close the doors, the light fades out. If equipped The courtesy light between the front map lights comes on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the instrument panel brightness control dial on the dashboard (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 148: Bed Lights
Park position, the bed lights go dashboard, swing open the tailgate, off and cannot be used. or open the In-Bed Trunk. The indicator on the instrument panel also comes on to remind you that the bed lights are on. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 149: Remote Audio Controls
On models with navigation system Security System ......The climate control system and the Cruise Control ....... audio system have a voice control Compass ......... feature. Refer to the navigation HomeLink Universal system manual for more information. Transceiver ........ Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ..2009 Ridgeline...
Page 150 RT, Canadian DX, and VP models models See page for automatic climate AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON TEMPERATURE control and semi-automatic operation CONTROL DIAL information. FAN CONTROL DIAL MAX A/C BUTTON MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON MODE BUTTONS WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 151 Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 152 Air flows from the floor vents. When you select , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. Airflow is divided between the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 153 Adjust the warmth of the air with Make sure the temperature is set the temperature control dial. to the lower limit. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 154 When you switch to another mode from , the A/C turns off. But This setting is suitable for all driving if it was on to start with, it stays on. conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 155 You can also adjust the amount of airflow by turning the dial between For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows the vents. before driving. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 156: Climate Control System
AUTO BUTTON FAN CONTROL guide for an overview of this system, BUTTONS and the navigation system manual DRIVER’S SIDE for complete details. TEMPERATURE DISPLAY RECIRCULATION BUTTON MODE BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 157 The passenger’s side temperature setting does not synchronize to the driver’s side at any time except when the system is in the defroster mode (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 158 You will see A/C ON or A/C OFF in the display. When you turn the A/C off, the system cannot regulate the inside temperature if you set the temperature control below the outside temperature. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 159 Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky windshield. conditions, then return to fresh air mode. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 160 You can also adjust the amount of airflow by turning the dial between the vents. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 161 To adjust each temperature, turn either of the temperature control dials on the climate control panel. When you set each temperature to its lower limit or its upper limit, it will be displayed as ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 162 TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is under the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 163: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
VOLUME KNOB BUTTON BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON A.SEL (AUTO A.SEL SELECT) SOUND SCAN SCAN (AUTO BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SELECT) BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 164 AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR BUTTON BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND SOUND BUTTON BUTTON A.SEL SCAN (AUTO BUTTON SELECT) SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR A.SEL (AUTO SELECT) BUTTON 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 165 SCAN button, then release it. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a You will see SCAN in the display. total of six stations on AM and The system will scan for a station twelve stations on FM. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 166 Adjusts the bass. preset bar. to display the SUBWOOFER (if equipped), BASS, TREBLE, FADER, TREBLE Adjusts the treble. and BALANCE settings. FADER Adjusts the front-to-back strength of the sound. BALANCE Adjusts the side-to- side strength of the sound. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 167 Touch the SCAN icon to the display. can operate some of the radio activate the scan function. You will controls on the navigation system see SCAN on the display. Touch the screen. icon again to deactivate it. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 168 To see the audio display when you bar. The adjustment bar shows you are finished adjusting the sound, the current setting. wait 5 seconds. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 169: Am/Fm Radio Reception
You may temporarily hear both stations, or hear only the station you display a frequency of 100.9 even completely as you get out of range of though the announcer may identify the station’s signal. are close to. the station as ‘‘FM101.’’ CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 170 This is because of a change in conditions. a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 171 RTL and Canadian EX-L models with navigation system navigation system POWER BUTTON XM BUTTON VOLUME DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON POWER BUTTON XM BUTTON KNOB VOLUME DISPLAY/MODE BUTTON KNOB SCAN BUTTON SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR CATEGORY BAR PRESET BARS TUNE BAR CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 172 (I) or ON (II) position. Push the Channel name, channel number, PWR button to turn on the audio category, artist name, and music title. system, and press the XM button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 173 SCAN icon on the screen. selected. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to listen to, press the button or touch the icon again. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 174 Channels 0 and 1 time. should still work normally. There is a problem ‘‘ANTENNA’’ with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 175 Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 176 There may be other geographic Radio at , or at Radio. www.xmradio.com situations that could affect XM 1-800-852-9696. In Canada, contact Satellite Radio reception. www.xmradio.ca , or call 1-877-438-9677. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 177: Playing Cds
On models with navigation system You can select up to 400 tracks/files in a disc. A disc can support a maximum number of 100 folders, and each folder can hold 255 playable files. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 178 On models without navigation system Compatible with variable bitrate 8 layers and multi-session On models with navigation system Maximum layers 99 layers (including ROOT): On models without navigation system 8 layers On models with navigation system 99 layers 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 179 DISPLAY BUTTON PWR BUTTON Do not use discs with adhesive labels. REPEAT SCAN BUTTON BUTTON The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS TUNE/FOLDER BAR CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 180 If any letter is not available, it is For information on how to handle replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the display. and protect compact discs, see page When the disc has no text data, you will see ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 181 With a disc in track. MP3 or WMA, the display shows the folder and file name. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the side of the SEEK/SKIP bar. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 182 TUNE/FOLDER bar also turns off the repeat feature. Each time you press and release the RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat, then to normal playing. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 183 TUNE/FOLDER bar, or pressing the SCAN button, also turns off the folder scan. Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode changes from file scan to folder scan, then to normal playing. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 184 CD and protect compact discs, see page player/changer and the radio. Load the desired CDs into the magazine, and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 185 CD BUTTON EJECT BUTTON PWR BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REPEAT SCAN BUTTON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AM/FM AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER BAR TUNE/FOLDER BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS RANDOM BUTTON CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 186 Repeat this until all six positions are loaded. The system will then begin playing the last CD loaded. Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 187 ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display. When a new folder, file, or track is selected. The display shows up to about 16 characters of selected text data (the folder name, file name, etc.). CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 188 (1 ) of the SEEK/SKIP bar. next time, the system keeps your through 6). If you select an empty selection with the DISP button. position, the system will go into the loading sequence (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 189 RPT’’ in the display. The system continuously replays the current folder. Press and hold the RPT button to turn it off. Pressing the RDM button, or selecting a different folder with the TUNE/ FOLDER bar also turns off the repeat feature. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 190 TUNE/ FOLDER bar. Each time you press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play, to within a disc random play, then to normal play. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 191 Pressing either side of the SEEK/ SKIP bar, or selecting a different then to normal play. disc (using the preset buttons) or folder (using the TUNE/FOLDER bar) turns off the SCAN or F-SCAN feature. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 192 PWR the changer. button or by turning off the ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the disc will begin playing where it left off. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 193 ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. AM/FM BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the CD SCAN to jam in the unit. BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PRESET BARS RANDOM BUTTON CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 194 To load only one CD, press and release the LOAD button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 195 INFO’’ on the display. and press the button. The system ‘‘LOAD’’ appears. You could damage the audio unit. will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence. It will then play the CD just loaded. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 196 When the disc has no text data, you and hold the SKIP bar. When you turn on the audio system will see ‘‘NO INFO’’ on the display. next time, the system keeps your selection with the DISP button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 197 RPT button repeatedly until you see ‘‘D-RPT’’ in the display, or touch the DISC REPEAT icon on the screen. Press and hold the RPT button, or touch the DISC REPEAT icon again to turn it off. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 198 SKIP bar, or selecting a different RDM button, the mode changes disc (using the preset buttons) or from folder random play, to within a disc random play, then to normal folder (using the TUNE bar) turns play. off the SCAN or F-SCAN feature. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 199 When playing a CD recorded with text data, each track name is shown on the audio display. With a disc recorded in MP3 or WMA, the folder number and the location are also displayed. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 200 The the appropriate preset bar or current folder is highlighted in blue. corresponding number on the screen. When that disc begins playing, press the eject button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 201 You can also eject discs when the ignition switch is on or off: To eject one disc, press and release the eject button. To eject all discs, press and hold the eject button until the LOAD indicator begins to blink. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 202: Protecting Your Cds
CD to not play pencil or pen. properly or possibly jam in the drive. Never try to insert foreign objects in the CD player or the CD changer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 203 Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic Examples of these discs are shown Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring to the right: Damaged discs Poor quality discs Chipped/ Warped Burrs Cracked CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 204 CD changer.) CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions. Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip. This audio unit cannot play a Dual- disc . Can Shape Arrow Shape 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 205 If the error message DISC ERROR Disc Error deformation, excessive scratches, and/or dirt cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, (see page 199). take your vehicle to a dealer. On models without navigation system On models with navigation system 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 206: Remote Audio Controls
( ) for 1 second to go back to the previous folder. The VOL button adjusts the volume up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top or bottom of the button, hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 207 The auxiliary input jack is on the tray above the glove box. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. When the appropriate audio unit is connected to the auxiliary input jack, press the CD/AUX or AUX button to select the unit. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 208: Radio Theft Protection
If you lose the card, you must obtain in ten attempts, you must then leave the code number from your dealer. the system on for 1 hour before To do this, you will need the audio trying again. system’s serial number. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 209: Setting The Clock
If the displayed time is after the half the desired time. Press and hold the hour, the clock sets forward to the M (Preset 2) side of the bar until the beginning of the next hour. minutes advance to the desired time. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 210: Security System
The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 211: Cruise Control
MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on. The cruise control system can be left on, even when it is not in use. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 212 Tap the brake pedal lightly with about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/ DECEL button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 213 CANCEL BUTTON the previous cruising speed. You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways: Tap the brake pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 214 The system then begins to check the vehicle direction and illuminates the appropriate icon(s). To turn the compass on or off, press the compass button on the back of the rear view mirror. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 215 Find the zone for your area on the zone map (see page ). Each zone number (1 through 15) corresponds to a compass zone on the table (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 216 Main Menu Table Of Contents Compass Zone Map Compass Display for Each Zone 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 217: Homelink Universal Transceiver
HomeLink to operate it. These units do not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse it if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 218 When programming a garage door step 1. garage door openers manufactured opener, park just outside the garage. after January 1, 1993 are required to have external entrapment protection systems, such as an electronic eye, which detect an object obstructing the door. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 219 Main Menu Table Of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 220 This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 221: Bluetooth Handsfreelink
This type of phone is available Here are the main features of the through many phone makers and HFL. Instructions for using the HFL cellular carriers. You can also find an begin on page approved phone by visiting , or by calling handsfreelink.honda.com 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 222 You can also store the desired number to the HFL directly from your cell phone using the receive contact function in the HFL. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 223 BLUETOOTH INDICATOR voice control command, and to cancel an operation. When you are operating the HFL, dialing or receiving calls with the audio system in use, you will see the above screen on the navigation display. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 224 Some phones do not send this ROAM STATUS PHONE DIALING information to the HFL. When you are operating the HFL, or when you manually select HFL on the multi-information display, you will see this information on the screen: 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 225 ‘‘Please repeat.’’ If it microphone on the ceiling. doesn’t recognize the command a third time, it plays the Help prompt. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 226 To skip a voice prompt, press the say, ‘‘Cancel.’’ The next time you Talk button while the HFL is press the Talk button, the HFL speaking. The HFL will then begin begins from its main menu. listening for your next command. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 227 Would you like this message will be displayed. security option turned on?’’ If you say ‘‘Yes,’’ you can set your passcode. Refer to the setting procedure in the next column. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 228 The HFL will prompt you for your correct?’’ passcode each time the ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and you press the Talk button. You will only be asked for the passcode once per ignition 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 229 For safety, only your phone to the HFL with this perform this function while the procedure, refer to your phone’s vehicle is stopped. State a four- operating manual, visit digit code for pairing. Note this CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 230 After the beep, say the new name of the phone. For example, say If you want to pair another phone, ‘‘Lisa’s phone.’’ The HFL response repeat steps 1 through 7. is, ‘‘The name has been changed. Returning to the main menu.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 231 Returning to the delete, and list.’’ main menu.’’ Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘List.’’ The HFL responds by listing the name of each paired phone. When all 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 232 With your phone on and the ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’ The HFL response is, ‘‘What name or number would you like to call/ dial?’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 233 To change the volume, use the audio NOTE: To send a pound ( ), say system volume knob, or the ‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say ‘‘star.’’ steering wheel volume controls. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 234 If you want to hang up After the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’ The dial tones will be sent, and the call will the original call and answer the new continue. call, press the Back button. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 235 Press and release the Talk button. HFL response is ‘‘Eric (or account After the beep, say ‘‘Store.’’ The number) has been stored. HFL response is, ‘‘What name Returning to the main menu.’’ would you like to store?’’ CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 236 ‘‘Eric.’’ The HFL response is ‘‘The entire list has been read. ‘‘987 654 3219.’’ The HFL response ‘‘Would you like to delete Eric?’’ Returning to the main menu.’’ is, ‘‘987 654 3219.’’ Say ‘‘Enter.’’ or continue to add numbers. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 237 To discard audio speakers. To change the ‘‘Phonebook.’’ The HFL response this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’ volume, use the audio system is, ‘‘Phonebook options are store, edit, delete, receive contact and volume knob, or the steering CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 238 Talk button. After HFL to receive another contact?’’ the mobile number? To discard the beep, say ‘‘No.’’ The HFL this number, say ‘Discard.’ ’’ response is ‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 239 The navigation display will HONDA-9. You can see your phone’s change as shown above. owner’s manual for information. If any phonebook is not stored and your phone is not linked to the HFL, Cellular Phonebook is grayed out. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 240 Example phonebook from the HFL. When you link your phone to the HFL and select this option, the system will automatically delete the phonebook of the linked phone from the HFL (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 241 PIN protected phonebook if you do not use the correct PIN The system will display a list of number. person’s names, with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of the list. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 242 The following category icons will appear: After selecting a person, the system will display a list of the person’s phone numbers. Preference Select the desired number from the list to make a call. Home Voice Other Mobile 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 243 Enter the PIN number to access the Select the desired number from the above. phonebook. You cannot access a PIN list to store it in the HFL. protected phonebook if you do not use the correct PIN number. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 244 Select ‘‘PIN Number’’ from the already have a PIN icon. The ‘‘The imported phonebook has been ‘‘Select an Option’’ screen. The display will change as shown deleted.’’ will appear. Select ‘‘OK’’ to display will change as shown above. above. complete the deletion. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 245 Enter the 4-digit PIN number. You Select the phonebook that you Enter your current PIN number. will be asked to re-enter the PIN to wish to change the PIN number verify. for. The display will change as shown above. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 246 After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’ The enter the PIN to verify. HFL response is, ‘‘This process will clear all paired phones, clear all entries in the phonebook, and clear the passcode. Is this what you would like to do?’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 247 ‘‘Pour que le système English mode will not be identifie les téléphones qui ont été accessible in French mode. Would jumelés dans une autre langue, les you like to continue? ’’ noms des téléphones doivent être ré-enregistrés.’’ CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 248 If there are paired phones without English name tags, the HFL response is ‘‘The language has been changed. For the system to identify phones that were paired while in another language, the phone names need to be re- recorded.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 249 After all paired phones interference, and (2) this device must missing an English name tag are accept any interference that may cause re-recorded, the HFL will say undesired operation of the device. ‘‘Returning to the main menu.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 250: Rearview Camera And Monitor
Whenever you shift to reverse (R) with the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, the rearview is shown on the navigation system screen. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 251: Before Driving
Oil Check ........you. If you plan to add any Engine Coolant Check ..... accessories to your vehicle, please Fuel Economy ....... read the information in this section Accessories and Modifications . first. Carrying Cargo ......2009 Ridgeline...
Page 252: Break-In Period
Use of gasoline with these additives information, please refer to your may adversely affect performance, Quick Start Guide and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 253: Service Station Procedures
The system helps keep driver’s seat. fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer. TETHER FUEL FILL CAP ATTACHMENT CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 254 For more information, see display. Turn the engine off, and page 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 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 255 Your vehicle has a warning label for filling a portable fuel container on the left rear side of the pickup bed. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 256: Opening And Closing The Hood
Put the support rod back into without lifting the handle, the its holding clip. Lower the hood to mechanism should be cleaned and about a foot (30 cm) above the lubricated. fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 257: Oil Check
Adding Engine Oil on page coolant. Insert the dipstick all the way back Refer to Owner’s Maintenance into its hole. on page for information Checks about checking other items on your vehicle. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 258: Fuel Economy
(Canada: Visit www. traffic. A range of miles per gallon vehicles.gc.ca 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 259 Frequent cleaning helps your fuel fuel economy. Always maintain your economy. vehicle according to the maintenance Avoid excessive idling Idling messages displayed on the results in 0 miles per gallon. information display (see Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page For example: CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 260 Using frequency of fill-ups or taking Follow one of the simple calculations above. fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of fuel economy. Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 261: Accessories And Modifications
If you install a truck cap, be sure it is not overload electrical circuits could adversely affect your vehicle’s properly installed and does not (see page ) or interfere with handling and stability. exceed your vehicle’s load limits (see the proper operation of your page vehicle. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 262 Raising your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability. Non-Honda wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components and will not be compatible with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 263: Carrying Cargo
CONSOLE stopping distance, and tires, and COMPARTMENTS make it unsafe. Before carrying any SEAT-BACK POCKETS type of cargo, be sure to read the FOLD-UP REAR SEAT WITH UNDER-SEAT STORAGE following pages. PICKUP BED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 264 Label Example Subtract the combined weight of Follow all load limits and other the driver and passengers from loading guidelines in this XXX kg or XXX lbs. manual. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 265 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. the driver’s doorjamb. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 266 110 lbs (50 kg). If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be lower. Refer to the information that came with your roof rack. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 267 Make sure all passengers ride in a seat and wear a seat belt properly. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 268 They are used to secure cargo on the Load the cargo carefully before pickup bed and to install a cargo net starting to drive. for securing items. Do not use any other parts of the pickup bed to secure cargo or nets. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 269 More extensive damage should be repaired by your dealer. To avoid problems with the bed surface and the In-Bed Trunk lid, do not use spray-in bed liner products. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 270 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 271 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....drive off-highway. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ) System ........Towing Weight Limits ....Towing Weight Guidelines ..Towing a Trailer ......Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ........2009 Ridgeline...
Page 272: Driving Guidelines
Utility Do not modify your vehicle in any vehicles have a significantly higher way that would raise the center of roll over rate than other types of gravity. vehicles. Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 273: Preparing To Drive
Check that any items you may be display or multi-information carrying are stored properly or display (depending on models) fastened down securely. (see pages , and Check the seat adjustment (see pages 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 274: Starting The Engine
For more inf ormation, see page The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 275: Shift Lever P
You possible problem with the cannot shift out of Park when the transmission, you will see a ‘‘CHECK ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or TRANSMISSION’’ message on the ACCESSORY (I) position. multi-information display (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 276: Automatic Transmission
Park. The shift lever must be in Park D to 2 you. for you to remove the key from the 2 to 1 ignition switch. 1 to 2 2 to D D to N Move the shift lever. N to D R to N 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 277 ON (II) whenever D3 is selected. position, then shift out of neutral. The D3 switch can be operated only when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position and the shift lever is in the D position. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 278 To help reduce wheel spin. going down a steep hill. D3 switch again. When driving downhill with a The D3 indicator also comes on for a trailer. few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 279 Put a cloth on the notch of the into second gear first to avoid shift lock release slot cover. Using sudden engine braking. a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the notch of the cover to remove it. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 280 The If you need to use the shift lock system is completely automatic, release, it means your vehicle is always active, and does not require developing a problem. Have it any driver interaction. checked by your dealer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 281 Strange noise and or rear dif f erential damage. Move the shift lever to first (1), vibration can also result. second (2), or reverse (R) gear. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 282 (see page If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the specified values, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 283 VSA system off by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. When you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator may also come on and stay on after driving several miles (kilometers). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 284 After several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator comes on and the low tire 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 285 Because tire pressure varies by multi-information display go out after inflating the tires to the specified temperature and other conditions, the low tire pressure/TPMS values, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. indicator may come on unexpectedly. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 286 You will see the above display on the flashing after approximately 1 multi-information display when all minute, then stays on. You will also tire pressures are normal. see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 287 If this happens, you will see which tire is losing pressure on the multi- information display along with a ‘‘CHECK TIRE PRESSURE’’ message. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 288 If you see this message, the system happens, you will first see a system is off and is not monitoring the tire warning message ‘‘CHECK TPMS pressures. Have the system checked SYSTEM’’ on the multi-information by your dealer as soon as possible. display. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 289 If used, you will have to (kilometers) driving. replace the tire pressure sensor. tire pressure. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is Have the flat tire repaired by your correct. dealer as soon as possible. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 290 Park. This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism Changes or modifications not expressly in the transmission. approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 291 In-Bed Trunk, or take them materials. The hot three way fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake with you. catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire. partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 292: Braking System
It also keeps your brake screech all the time. It is normal for lights on all the time, confusing the brakes to occasionally squeal or drivers behind you. squeak when you apply them. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 293: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the If the indicator comes on while brake pedal. This is sometimes driving, test the brakes as instructed referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’ on page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 294 The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 295 Without VSA, your vehicle will have corner at reasonable speeds and to normal braking and cornering ability, leave a sufficient margin of safety. but it will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 296 When VSA is off, the VSA activation indicator comes on as a reminder. VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 297: Towing Weight Limits
(see page Towing a trailer that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling and performance. It can also damage the engine and drivetrain. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 298 Too The GCWR must be reduced 2 little tongue load can make the percent for every 1,000 feet (305 trailer unstable and cause it to sway. meters) of elevation. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 299 Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings (see page Recommended tongue load should be 5 15% of the total trailer weight for boat trailers, and 10 15% of the total trailer weight for all other trailers. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 300: Towing A Trailer
Limit: 3,105 lbs (1,410 kg) gross axle weight by subtracting the weight in step 1 from the weight in step 2. Limit: 2,945 lbs (1,335 kg) Check the weight of the hitched trailer. Write this number down. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 301 Limit: See page and make sure all equipment is Recommended: see page properly installed, maintained, and Range: 5-10% for boat trailers also meets state, federal, province, 8-15% for other trailers and local regulations. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 302 See your trailer dealer or rental when towing a trailer. agency for more information on installing electric brakes. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 303 Trailer Mirrors Many states and provinces require special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer. Even if they don’t, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you, or if the trailer creates a blind spot. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 304 On RT models equipment designed for your vehicle. Your vehicle is equipped with a connector to install an optional trailer lighting connector that mates with your vehicle. You can get this optional connector from your dealer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 305 To connect the Also see page for trailer-related connector, do this: information. Make sure the connector and the socket are free of dirt, moisture, or other foreign material. Open the socket lid by pulling it up. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 306 ELECTRIC (WHITE) (YELLOW) BRAKE (BLUE) 7-PIN TRAILER SOCKET Refer to the above illustrations for The trailer jumper harness is used to wiring information. install the controller for the electric trailer brakes. For more information, on page Trailer Brakes 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 307 91 or higher) is recommended when All items on and in the trailer are towing more than 3,500 lbs (1,590 properly secured and cannot shift kg). while you drive. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 308 Do not try to gravity. Drive slowly and cautiously, and allow more time and distance for make quick steering or braking braking. Loading heavy cargo could corrections. affect your vehicle’s handling and performance. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 309 Do not park on an incline unless it is want to drive away. unavoidable. If you must park on an incline, follow the steps below to help prevent the vehicle and trailer from rolling and possibly injuring someone. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 310 Follow all instructions and guidelines in this owner’s manual. Keep your speed low, and don’t drive faster than conditions permit. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 311 Keep your speed low, and never go faster than the conditions allow. It’s up to you to continually assess the situation and drive within the limits. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 312 Avoid hard braking. Do not ‘‘pump’’ the brakes; let the anti-lock braking system pump them for you. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 313 If the water is deeper than the wheel possibly roll over. hubs, some additional service may be required. This service is not covered by your warranties. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 314 You should never use a jack to try to get unstuck. Your vehicle could Allow extra room for starting, easily slip off the jack and hurt you stopping, and turning. or someone else. Slow down if you encounter bumps or other obstacles. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 315 See Dust and Pollen Filter ....page for information on how to Wiper Blades ......... obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Wheels ........... Tires ..........Checking the Battery ....Vehicle Storage ......2009 Ridgeline...
Page 316: Maintenance Safety
Burns from hot parts. Let the can decide whether or not you engine and exhaust system cool should perform a given task. Wear eye protection and down before touching any parts. protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 317: Maintenance Minder
15 % 11 % 15 % turn the ignition switch to the ON 10 % 6 % 10 % (II) position, and press the SELECT 5 % 1 % button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 318 The maintenance minder every time you turn the ignition indicator will also come on, and the switch to the ON (II) position. maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed near the ‘‘OIL LIFE’’ message. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 319 When vehicle has passed the maintenance you see this message, immediately required point. possible. have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 320 All maintenance items displayed on Turn the ignition switch to the ON the information display are in code. (II) position. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see page Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 321 ON code(s) will blink. disappear, and the engine oil life (II) position, and push and release will reset to ‘‘100.’’ the SEL/RESET button on the dashboard repeatedly, until the engine oil life is displayed (see page CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 322 The system message indicator on 15 percent or less, the display shows the instrument panel will also come a ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ message on, and a beeper will sound. along with the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 323 5 percent, you will see the above display. The display then changes to ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW.’’ Have the indicated maintenance done as soon as possible. The system message indicator on the instrument panel will also come on, and a beeper will sound. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 324 0%, the multi- performed, and make sure to reset information display will show a the display as described on page ‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message, the total mileage after the remaining oil life became 0%, and the maintenance item code(s). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 325 SEL/ engine oil life display. RESET button to select ‘‘OK.’’ If you do not want to reset the display, press the INFO ( / ) button to select ‘‘Cancel.’’ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 326 Keep all receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work fill out your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Check your warranty booklet for more information. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 327 See page maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the Automatic transmission Check intervals indicated by the odometer/ the fluid level monthly. See page trip meter display or the multi- information display. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 328 Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the maintenance minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 329: Fluid Locations
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ENGINE COOLANT FLUID DIPSTICK RESERVOIR (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP : Under the gray cover 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 330: Adding Engine Oil
API CERTIFICATION SEAL Wait a few minutes, and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick. Do not fill above the upper mark; you could damage the engine. Ambient Temperature 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 331 Unless you have the knowledge and bottom of the engine. Drain the oil proper equipment, you should have into an appropriate container. this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 332 Put it in a sealed new oil filter. container, and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it on the ground. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 333: Engine Coolant
MAX line. malfunction or fail. Have the cooling Inspect the cooling system for leaks. system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 334 When you refill the reservoir, clean engine components. the edges of the windshield wiper Remove the radiator cap by blades with windshield washer fluid pushing down and turning on a clean cloth. This will help to counterclockwise. condition them. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 335 For accurate Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) results, wait about 60 seconds (but from the transmission, and wipe it no longer than 90 seconds) before with a clean cloth. doing step 2. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 336: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Insert the dipstick all the way back in the transmission. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be If you are not sure how to add fluid, between the upper and lower contact your dealer. marks. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 337 (see page Always use Hypoid gear oil GL4 or GL5 with a viscosity of SAE 90 or 80W-90, and have your dealer replace the transfer assembly fluid. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 338: Brake Fluid
If the level is at or braking system and can cause below the MIN mark, your brake system needs attention. Have the extensive damage. brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 339: Power Steering Fluid
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL. possible. If not, add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL mark, and put the If you are not sure how to add fluid, cover back in place. contact your dealer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 340 Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot (over 110°F, 43°C). when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch In very low temperatures on the glass can cause the bulb to (under 20°F, 29°C). overheat and shatter. Frequently towing a trailer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 341 Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab. Unclip the end of the hold-down wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the way, and remove the bulb. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 342 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to remove the two holding clips from the inner fender, and pull the inner fender cover back. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 343 Push down the inner fender. Remove the bulb from the fog light assembly by turning it one- quarter turn counterclockwise. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 344 Remove the burned-out bulb by and tighten them securely. rear pillar. pulling it straight out of the socket. Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out: brake/ taillight, turn signal/hazard light, or back-up light. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 345 Remove the screw under each lens. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight Pull the high-mount brake light into the socket until it bottoms. assembly out of the vehicle. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 346 Push the socket into the light Remove the socket from the light assembly, and turn it clockwise assembly by turning it one-quarter until it locks. turn counterclockwise. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 347 Pull out the light assembly. Push the socket into the light Remove the socket from the light assembly, and turn it clockwise assembly by turning it one-quarter until it locks. turn counterclockwise. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 348 If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. Let the belts air-dry before you use the vehicle. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 349 If you remove a floor mat, make sure to re-anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 350: Wiper Blades
Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised, or you will damage the hood and the wiper arms. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 351 CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 352 Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 353 Add or release air, if needed, to for more information. ability to self-seal if they are match the recommended cold tire punctured, you should look closely pressures on page for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 354 Front/Rear: P245/60R18 104T 32 psi (220 kPa , can see fabric or cord. traction on wet roads. You should 2.2 kgf/cm ) replace the tire if you can see three Excessive tread wear. or more tread wear indicators. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 355 If you your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use the sidewall of the tire and indicate only Honda wheel weights f or purchase directional tires, rotate the date of manufacture (See only front-to-back. Tire balancing. Labeling on page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 356 Replacement wheels are available at When replacing tires, use the same your dealer. size originally supplied with the vehicle. Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the ABS or VSA system to activate. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 357 RT, RTS models, and Canadian DX, certain conditions. VP models P245/65R17 105T RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models P245/60R18 104T See page for DOT tire quality grading information, and page for tire size information. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 358 Drive slowly with On RTL models, and Canadian EX-L the chains installed. models Rubber chain adjusters, or SCC Super Z-6 SZ-429 tensioners, must be used to prevent the chains from contacting the body or the chassis. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 359 Remove the chains as soon as you the vehicle. begin driving on cleared roads. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 360: Checking The Battery
Wear protective clothing and a Wash your hands after handling. face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 361 In-Bed Trunk lid, and tailgate seals. Leave the parking brake off. Put navigation system manual. the transmission in Park. Also, apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door, In-Bed Trunk lid and tailgate seals. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 362: Vehicle Storage
Non-porous materials, such as plastic sheeting, trap moisture, which can damage the paint. If possible, periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle on and off twice). Preferably, do this once a month. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 363 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..If not, you will also find instructions Brake System Indicator ....on getting your vehicle towed. Fuses ..........Fuse Locations ......Emergency Towing ...... If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck ..2009 Ridgeline...
Page 364: Compact Spare Tire
You will designed for mounting a regular tire. Do not mount snow chains on a also see a ‘‘CHECK TPMS compact spare. SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 365: Changing A Flat Tire
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch while you change the tire. regular size spare tire on the tire tray, but store the tool kit at the side of the In-Bed Trunk (see page and secure it. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 366 In-Bed Trunk. Take out the compact spare tire. If you are using a cargo net or a cargo cover in the In-Bed Trunk, remove it before pulling out the tire tray. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 367 Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 368 Make sure the stay, the extension, and the wheel nut wrench are securely attached. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 369 Place the flat tire on the driving. ground with the outside surface facing up. On RT and Canadian DX models The wheel cap cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 370 94 lbf·ft (127 N·m , 13 kgf·m) Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole. On RTS, RTL, and Canadian VP, EX-L models Remove the center cap from the flat tire. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 371 Store the jack and the tools in the does not get scratched or tool box. damaged. When storing the flat tire, place Refer to Changing a Tire with the tool box at the right side of the TPMS (see page In-Bed Trunk as shown. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 372 Remove the clip by pushing the hub, and secure the spare tire to center of its top. the pickup bed with the wing bolt. Remove the spare tire from the Store or secure the tool box. tire tray (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 373: If The Engine Won't Start
You may hear a determine the problem. See to blink rapidly (see page clicking sound, a series of clicks, or Emergency Towing on page nothing at all. Check these things: CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 374: Jump Starting
See Emergency Towing on page Turn off all electrical accessories: You cannot start your vehicle by heater, A/C, climate control, audio pushing or pulling it. system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 375 Connect the the engine. disconnected. Otherwise, you may other end to the positive ( ) cause an electrical short. terminal on the booster battery. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 376: If The Engine Overheats
Driving with the temperature gauge down almost immediately. If it pointer at the red mark can cause does, wait until the temperature serious damage to the engine. gauge comes down to the midpoint, then continue driving. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 377 If the temperature stays normal, check the coolant level in the ture gauge, or lower, before check- ing the radiator. radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 378: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Go to a service station or garage damage almost immediately. Turn of f before you can continue driving where you can get technical the engine as soon as you can saf ely get (see Emergency Towing on page assistance. the vehicle stopped. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 379: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
The indicator may also come on with immediately; it can take several days the ‘‘D’’ indicator. of normal driving. On models with navigation system You will also see a ‘‘CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-information display (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 380: Brake System Indicator
Press lightly on the various conditions to set the codes brake pedal to see if it feels normal. again. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 381 You will also see a ‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’ message on the multi- If the ABS indicator and the VSA information display (see page system indicator come on with the brake system indicator, have your vehicle inspected by your dealer immediately. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 382: Fuses
Check those fuses first, but check all you and take it out of its hinges. the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 383 Removing these fuses requires a puller provided in the primary Remove the cover from the fuse Phillips-head screwdriver. under-hood fuse box. box. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 384 (see page higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 385: Fuse Locations
Small Lights Back Light 20 A VSA FSR (7.5 A) Stop/Turn Lights 40 A (20 A) Charge VSA MTR 20 A VTM-4 7.5 A TPMS 15 A (20 A) Moonroof Front Accessory Sockets (20 A) Electric Brake If equipped 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 386 7.5 A VBSOL2 10 A 10 A Interior Lights IG HAC 7.5 A Back Up 7.5 A IG VSA/ABS 20 A Door Lock 7.5 A 10 A Rear Accessory Socket (7.5 A) Not Used 7.5 A OPDS If equipped 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 387: Emergency Towing
Use a tow front and rear bumpers. service to prevent transmission damage. CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 388 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the tie down hooks f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle. These hooks should not be used f or open-road towing. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 389: Technical Information
Required Federal Explanation ......Emissions Controls ....... The Clean Air Act ..... Crankcase Emissions Control System ........Evaporative Emissions Control System ........Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery ........ Exhaust Emissions Controls . PGM-FI System ....Ignition Timing Control System ........ 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 390: Identification Numbers
It is also on the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label. CERTIFICATION LABEL 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 391 Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 392: Specifications
Reserve tank capacity: Seating Capacities 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) Total Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Front Rear Air Conditioning Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Charge quantity 19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) Lubricant type ND-OIL8 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 393 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Battery Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Capacity 12 V 72 AH/20 HR 12 V 60 AH/5 HR U.S. RT, RTS models, and Canadian DX, VP models U.S. RTL models, and Canadian EX-L models 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 394: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
Treadwear 200 traction characteristics. Traction AA Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 395: Temperature
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 396: Tire Labeling
Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle). Tire width in millimeters. Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a percentage of its width). Tire construction code (R indicates radial). Tire Size Tire Identification Number (TIN) Maximum Tire Pressure Maximum Tire Load 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 397: Tire Labeling
DOT B97R FW6X 2202 maximum air pressure. This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation. B97R Manufacturer’s identification mark. FW6X Tire type code. 2202 Date of manufacture. Year Week 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 398: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Required Federal Explanation
TPMS low tire the proper pressure. pressure telltale. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 399 TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 400 TPMS to continue to function as the malfunction exists. properly. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 401: Emissions Controls
This filled with activated carbon. While keeps gasses that build up in the driving, the fuel vapors are drawn engine’s crankcase from going into into the engine and burned off. the atmosphere. The positive 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 402: Exhaust Emissions Controls
(PCM) to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen uses various sensors to determine (N ), and water vapor. how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 403: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 404: Emissions Testing
Without touching the accelerator next two or three days, you can pedal, let the engine idle for 20 condition the vehicle for retesting by seconds. doing the following. Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4). 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 405 Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 406 Main Menu Table Of Contents 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 407 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 408: Customer Service Information
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Tel: (787) 620-7546 vehicle to you 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 409: Warranty Coverages
Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty Canadian Owners this warranty gives up replacement parts against defects in Please refer to the 2009 warranty Warranty to 100% credit toward a replacement materials and workmanship. manual that came with your vehicle. battery. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 410 American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or 20590. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 411: Authorized Manuals
Body Repair Manual 31SJC630 2009 Honda Ridgeline Owner’s Manual 31SJC820 2009 Honda Ridgeline Navigation Manual 2009 Honda Ridgeline Quick Start Guide 31SJCQ30 31SJCM30 2009 Ridgeline Honda Service History HON-R Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 412 Main Menu 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 413 Operation ......128, Operation ........Battery Anti-theft, Audio System ....Charging System Anti-theft Steering Column Indicator ......63, Lock ..........Jump Starting ......Armrests ........Maintenance ......Audio System ....159, 167, Specifications ......CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 414 . 43, Cup Holders ........Carrying Cargo ......Where Should a Child Sit? ..Customer Service Office ..... CAUTION, Explanation of ..... Child Seats ........CD Care ......... LATCH ......... CD Changer ......181, Tether Anchorage Points ..2009 Ridgeline...
Page 415 Stuck Vehicle ......Lockout Prevention ....Power Door Locks ....Towing ........Fan, Interior ......147, Emergency Brake ......DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Features ......... Driver and Passenger Safety ... Emissions Controls ....... Emissions Testing ......CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 416 Octane Requirement ....Adjusting ......119, Tank, Filling the ......Airbags ........9, Gas Station Procedures ....Heaters ........Gauges Fuel ..........Engine Coolant Temperature . Fill Door and Cap ...... Fuel ..........Gauge ........... Speedometer ....... 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 417 Infant Restraint ....... Horn ..........4, DRL (Daytime Running Infant Seats ........Lights) ........Inflation, Proper Tire ....High Beam ........In-Bed Trunk Open ....Identification Number, Vehicle . Key (Immobilizer System) ..Lights On ........CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 418 ........388, Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ... Neutral Gear Position ....New Vehicle Break-in ....Label, Certification ....... NOTICE, Explanation of ....Lane Change, Signaling ....Numbers, Identification ....Lap/Shoulder Belts ....16, Light Control Dial ......2009 Ridgeline...
Page 419 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . Using LATCH ......Reverse Gear Position ....Rotation, Tire ........ Panel Brightness Control ....Park Gear Position ......Radiator Overheating ....Parking ........... Radio/CD Sound Parking Brake ....... System ......159, 167, CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 420 Anti-theft Column Lock ... Use During Pregnancy ....Specifications ..... 353, Stereo Sound System . 159, 167, Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . Specifications Charts ....Storing Your Vehicle ....Seating Capacities ......Speed Control ........ Stuck Vehicle ........ VIII 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 421 Rotating ........Temperature Gauge ....... Snow ........... of the .......... Uniform Tire Quality Grading Tensioners, Seat Belts ....Specifications ..... 353, Theft Protection ......Tire Chains ........ Three Way Catalytic Converter . Tools, Tire Changing ....CONTINUED 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 422 ....... Ventilation ........Operation ..................Worn Tires ........Viscosity, Oil ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..VTM-4 Lock ........XM Satellite Radio ....WARNING, Explanation of .... Warning Labels, Location of ..: U.S. only Warranty Coverages ....2009 Ridgeline...
Page 423 Main Menu 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 424 Main Menu 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 425 Main Menu 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 426: Service Information Summary
Rear Differential Fluid: Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid: (see page Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) Transfer Assembly Fluid: (see page SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity hypoid gear oil, API service classified GL4 or GL5 only. 2009 Ridgeline...
Page 427 DEALER NO. AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur ADDRESS en français, veuillez demander à STREET votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33SJCC30 CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER’S SIGNATURE DEALER’S SIGNATURE 2009 Ridgeline...

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