Preparing To Drive - Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual

You should do the following checks
and adjustments before you drive
your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
3. Check that the tailgate is fully
closed when it is not used as an
extended pickup bed.
4. Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
5. Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely.
6. Check the seat adjustment (see
pages 98 and 100 ).
7. Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page 110 ).
8. Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page 79 ).
9. Make sure the doors and In-Bed
Trunk are securely closed and
locked.
10. Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page 14
11. When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page

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