Honda RIDGELINE 2019 Owner's Manual page 27

VEHICLE CONTROLS
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the
defroster to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice
and snow before turning on the wipers.
Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.
Adjusting the Front Seats
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Adjust the driver's seat as far back as
possible while allowing you to
maintain full control of the vehicle.
You should be able to sit upright and
well back in the seat, adequately
press the pedals without leaning
forward, and grip the steering wheel
comfortably. The passenger's seat
should be adjusted so that it is as far
back from the front airbag in the
dashboard as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least
10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest.
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Front Power Seats
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Front Manual Seats
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining
control of the vehicle.
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a
crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
Sitting improperly or out of position can result in serious injury or death in
a crash.
Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor.
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