Owner's Manual
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... a hazardous condition. If you drive with the garage door closed. Turn the fan on this page. Driver and Passenger Safety 53 2008 Ridgeline Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in your vehicle properly and follow the information on high speed. 4. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The vehicle...
... a hazardous condition. If you drive with the garage door closed. Turn the fan on this page. Driver and Passenger Safety 53 2008 Ridgeline Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in your vehicle properly and follow the information on high speed. 4. Carbon monoxide gas is raised for leaks whenever: The vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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...) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.66) TPMS INDICATOR (P.68) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.291) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.68) MAINTENANCE... CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) 59 2008 Ridgeline
...) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.66) TPMS INDICATOR (P.68) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.291) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.68) MAINTENANCE... CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) 59 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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...) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.66) TPMS INDICATOR (P.68) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.291) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.68) MAINTENANCE... CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) 60 2008 Ridgeline
...) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.66) TPMS INDICATOR (P.68) IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.291) BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.69) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.67) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.68) MAINTENANCE... CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) DOOR AND TAILGATE MONITOR (P.64) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.68) BACK WINDOW OPEN INDICATOR (P.69) 60 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
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.... Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem... at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 28 . For more information, see page 29 . 62 2008 Ridgeline If it comes on when the engine is running , the battery is running .
.... Canada Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to a potential problem... at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 28 . For more information, see page 29 . 62 2008 Ridgeline If it comes on when the engine is running , the battery is running .
Owner's Manual
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... BUTTON U.S. model is illegal under U.S. Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It is shown. 70 2008 Ridgeline models and kilometers in U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter and outside... temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SELECT button repeatedly. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter...
... BUTTON U.S. model is illegal under U.S. Odometer This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It is shown. 70 2008 Ridgeline models and kilometers in U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Gauges To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter and outside... temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SELECT button repeatedly. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter...
Owner's Manual
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... still detects a leak in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of normal driving once you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is tightened or replaced. Refer to another display, press the SELECT button. The MIL should... go off after you restart the engine, the message appears again. Instruments and Controls 73 2008 Ridgeline When you start the engine. To scroll to page 239 for continued troublefree driving. If the MIL does not go off , have your ...
... still detects a leak in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of normal driving once you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is tightened or replaced. Refer to another display, press the SELECT button. The MIL should... go off after you restart the engine, the message appears again. Instruments and Controls 73 2008 Ridgeline When you start the engine. To scroll to page 239 for continued troublefree driving. If the MIL does not go off , have your ...
Owner's Manual
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... Fuel Recommendation ...180 Service Station Procedures ...181 Refueling...181 Opening and Closing the Hood ...183 Oil Check ...184 Engine Coolant Check ...184 Fuel Economy ...185 Accessories and Modifications ...188 Carrying Cargo ...190 Before Driving 179 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this...
... Fuel Recommendation ...180 Service Station Procedures ...181 Refueling...181 Opening and Closing the Hood ...183 Oil Check ...184 Engine Coolant Check ...184 Fuel Economy ...185 Accessories and Modifications ...188 Carrying Cargo ...190 Before Driving 179 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this...
Owner's Manual
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... Period Help assure your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Avoid hard braking for service. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Do not use of 87 or higher. During this happens, contact your vehicle's future reliability and performance.... You should also follow these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your Quick Start Guide. 180 2008 Ridgeline Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 % ethanol by volume and up to 15 %...
... Period Help assure your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Avoid hard braking for service. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Do not use of 87 or higher. During this happens, contact your vehicle's future reliability and performance.... You should also follow these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your Quick Start Guide. 180 2008 Ridgeline Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 % ethanol by volume and up to 15 %...
Owner's Manual
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... about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with...be between the MAX and MIN lines. Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 245 for information on your vehicle. 184 2008 Ridgeline Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. If it is between the upper and lower marks. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4....
... about checking other items on adding the proper coolant. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK MAX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with...be between the MAX and MIN lines. Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 245 for information on your vehicle. 184 2008 Ridgeline Wipe off before you check the oil. 1. If it is between the upper and lower marks. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4....
Owner's Manual
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...in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Keep your fuel ... puts an extra load on the engine which reduces fuel economy. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one . 186 2008 Ridgeline Always maintain your fuel economy. Idling Avoid excessive idling results in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Use the fresh-...
...in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel mileage at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Keep your fuel ... puts an extra load on the engine which reduces fuel economy. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one . 186 2008 Ridgeline Always maintain your fuel economy. Idling Avoid excessive idling results in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Use the fresh-...
Owner's Manual
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... or improperly loading cargo on the vehicle can cause a crash in any position on your vehicle that is designed to secure cargo or nets. 195 2008 Ridgeline TIE DOWN CLEAT You can be seriously injured or killed. They are used to secure cargo on the pickup bed and to install a cargo net... for securing items. Do not use any oil or fluid on the pickup bed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Tie Down Cleats Never let passengers ride on the pickup bed or...
... or improperly loading cargo on the vehicle can cause a crash in any position on your vehicle that is designed to secure cargo or nets. 195 2008 Ridgeline TIE DOWN CLEAT You can be seriously injured or killed. They are used to secure cargo on the pickup bed and to install a cargo net... for securing items. Do not use any oil or fluid on the pickup bed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Tie Down Cleats Never let passengers ride on the pickup bed or...
Owner's Manual
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...how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety ...238 Maintenance Minder ...239 Fluid Locations...247 Adding Engine Oil ...248 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...249 Engine Coolant ...251 Windshield Washers ...252 Automatic Transmission Fluid...253 Rear Differential Fluid ...254 ...Pollen Filter ...264 Wiper Blades ...264 Wheels ...266 Tires ...266 Checking the Battery ...272 Vehicle Storage ...274 Maintenance 237 2008 Ridgeline This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on your dealer. See page 321 for simple...
...how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety ...238 Maintenance Minder ...239 Fluid Locations...247 Adding Engine Oil ...248 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...249 Engine Coolant ...251 Windshield Washers ...252 Automatic Transmission Fluid...253 Rear Differential Fluid ...254 ...Pollen Filter ...264 Wiper Blades ...264 Wheels ...266 Tires ...266 Checking the Battery ...272 Vehicle Storage ...274 Maintenance 237 2008 Ridgeline This section also includes instructions on how to read the maintenance minder messages on your dealer. See page 321 for simple...
Owner's Manual
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... % 10 % 6 % 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR Maintenance To see page 70 ). CONTINUED 239 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays ...engine oil life and maintenance service items on the engine operating conditions...
... % 10 % 6 % 5% 1% 0% Displayed Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 90 % 80 % 70 % 60 % 50 % 40 % 30 % 20 % 15 % 10 % 5% 0% ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR Maintenance To see page 70 ). CONTINUED 239 2008 Ridgeline Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays ...engine oil life and maintenance service items on the engine operating conditions...
Owner's Manual
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.... The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. The 15 and 10 percent oil life display reminds you that the time is coming soon to take your vehicle in the information display every time you will see a ...''SERVICE dUE SOON'' message in for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will see page 246 ). 240 2008 Ridgeline The message changes between SERVICE and dUE SOON repeatedly. MESSAGE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES If the engine...
.... The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for the required maintenance. The 15 and 10 percent oil life display reminds you that the time is coming soon to take your vehicle in the information display every time you will see a ...''SERVICE dUE SOON'' message in for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will see page 246 ). 240 2008 Ridgeline The message changes between SERVICE and dUE SOON repeatedly. MESSAGE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE ITEM CODES If the engine...
Owner's Manual
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... message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as described on page 242 . U.S. NEGATIVE MILEAGE Canada NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the remaining engine oil life is 0 percent, you will see a negative mileage, for example ''34 MI (54 KM)'' with the message ''PAST dUE.'' This negative mileage means that you...
... message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as described on page 242 . U.S. NEGATIVE MILEAGE Canada NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the remaining engine oil life is 0 percent, you will see a negative mileage, for example ''34 MI (54 KM)'' with the message ''PAST dUE.'' This negative mileage means that you...
Owner's Manual
Page 246
...reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the instrument panel. Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the engine oil life display or the service message is done by pushing the SELECT button on the information ... items displayed in the trip meter are in code. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 246 . 242 2008 Ridgeline You will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. Turn the ignition switch to the ON...
...reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see ''OIL LIFE 100%'' on the instrument panel. Press the SELECT button repeatedly until the engine oil life display or the service message is done by pushing the SELECT button on the information ... items displayed in the trip meter are in code. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 246 . 242 2008 Ridgeline You will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. Turn the ignition switch to the ON...
Owner's Manual
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You will see a ''MAINT RESET'' message. 4. Select the appropriate answer, ''MAINT RESET N'' (NO) or ''MAINT RESET Y'' (YES) by pressing the SELECT button. '' N'' or '' Y'' is shown. Press the RESET button for about 10 seconds. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder NO is displayed on the outside temperature display. 5. YES is shown. 3. Select the ''MAINT RESET Y'' (YES), and press and hold the RESET button again to reset the engine oil life to ''100.'' Maintenance 243 2008 Ridgeline
You will see a ''MAINT RESET'' message. 4. Select the appropriate answer, ''MAINT RESET N'' (NO) or ''MAINT RESET Y'' (YES) by pressing the SELECT button. '' N'' or '' Y'' is shown. Press the RESET button for about 10 seconds. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder NO is displayed on the outside temperature display. 5. YES is shown. 3. Select the ''MAINT RESET Y'' (YES), and press and hold the RESET button again to reset the engine oil life to ''100.'' Maintenance 243 2008 Ridgeline
Owner's Manual
Page 249
... Check the fluid level monthly. See page 253 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 267 . Maintenance CONTINUED 245 2008 Ridgeline See page 255 . Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page 184 . Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Lights Check the operation of... how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 257 . If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, ...
... Check the fluid level monthly. See page 253 . Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 267 . Maintenance CONTINUED 245 2008 Ridgeline See page 255 . Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page 184 . Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Lights Check the operation of... how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 257 . If you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, ...
Owner's Manual
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...48,000 km). NOTE: Independent of the maintenance messages in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). 246 2008 Ridgeline This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km...replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots ...
...48,000 km). NOTE: Independent of the maintenance messages in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). 246 2008 Ridgeline This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km...replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR Maintenance POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP : Under the gray cover 247 2008 Ridgeline
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR Maintenance POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP : Under the gray cover 247 2008 Ridgeline