Honda 2007 Ridgeline - Owner's Manual Manuel d'utilisateur

2007 Honda Ridgeline Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

To avoid damaging the key and keycylinder of the In-Bed Trunk lid, donotclosethetailgatewhenthekeyisin the lid.As a safety feature, your vehicle hasa

There are two cargo hooks forplastic grocery bags at the back ofthe In-Bed Trunk. They are designedto hold light items. Heavy objectsmay damage the ho

−The front passenger’s seat in allmodels adjusts manually.Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.To adjust the seat forward orbackward, pul

Make sure to pull the lever upwardor downward to its full range.Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.The height of your driver’s seat isa

−Moves the seat forwardand backward.The controls for the poweradjustable driver’s seat are on theoutside edge of the seat bottom. Youcan adjust the se

Make sure your passenger’s handsorfingersareawayfromthearmrestbefore moving it.To use the console lid as an armrest,slide it to the desired position.T

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.13The head restraints adjust for height.You n

The left and right rear seat cushionscan be lifted up separately to makeroom for cargo.Remove any items from the seatbeforeyoufolduptheseatcushion.To

In HI, the heater turns off when theseat gets warm, and turns back onafter the seat’s temperature drops.In LO, the heater runs continuously.It does no

−Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anyside window, or open and close theback window. To open the window,push the switc

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction o

− If the driver’swindow senses any obstacle while itis closing automatically, it willreverse direction, and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theo

To open:Insert the key in the driver’s doorlock.Turn the key clockwise, thenrelease it.You can open all of the side windowsfrom the outside with the r

Turnthekeyclockwiseagain,andhold it. All four side windows startto open. To stop the windows,release the key.To open the windows further, turnandholdt

You can open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch.Opening either front door cancelsthis function.To apply

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror has day a

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)position. This turns theadjustment switch

＊＊Interior Convenience Items112GLOVE BOXVANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR CENTER CONSOLEBEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE COMPARTMENTCOAT HOOKACCESSORY POWERSOCKETSUNGLASS

Your vehicle has a multi-functioncenter console. It includes beverageholders, storage compartments, anarmrest, a coin holder, and a storagetray.The ce

You can put small items in the upperconsole compartment. To use it, pullup on the lever and lift up thearmrest.The upper console compartment hasa remo

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle. Close it with a firm push.Lock or unlock the glove box withthe master key.The glove box light comes on whenth

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.Help keep you from being thrownagainst t

There are three accessory powersockets in your vehicle. Twoaccessory power sockets are abovethe center pocket on the dashboard,and another is on the b

Pull up the vanity mirror cover to useit.The light comes on when you pull upthe cover.The light will not come on if the sunvisor is slid outward.Make

When the interior light control switch isin the ON position:When the switch is in the OFF position:When the switch is in the door position:None of the

Turn on a front individual map lightby pushing the lens. Push the lensagain to turn it off. With the interiorlight control switch in the doorposition,

If you turn the ignition switch toACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)without turning off the bed lights,the lights and the indicator willremain on, then go off

The standard audio system hasmany features. This sectiondescribes those features and how touse them. (If you have an optionalaudio system, refer to th

Vents, Heating, and A/C122FAN CONTROL DIALMODE BUTTONSTEMPERATURECONTROL DIALRECIRCULATIONBUTTONWINDSHIELD DEFROSTBUTTONPASSENGER’S SIDETEMPERATURECON

Turn the dial clockwise to increasethe fan speed and airflow. Turn thedial counterclockwise to decrease it.Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe te

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.Thesystemsh

Airflow is divided betweenthe floor vents and the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air

Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger du

The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.Air cond

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.This setting i

−Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. TheA/C indicator does not come on ifit was off to start with.Select

−−Turning the fan speed control dial allthe way to the left shuts the systemoff.You can adjust the direction of theair coming from the rear vents in t

The driver’s side and passenger’sside can be controlled independentlyby adjusting these dials when thegreen indicator in the DUAL buttonis on.Your veh

To set the driver’s side temperaturedifferently than the passenger’s,press the DUAL button, then turnthe driver’s control dial. To set thepassenger’s

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is under thesteering column. Do not cov

CONTINUEDPlaying the AM/FM RadioFeatures133AM/FMBUTTONAUTO SELECT BUTTONSOUND BUTTONPOWER BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORVOLUMEKNOBTUNE BARPRESET BARSSCANBUTTO

Playing the AM/FM Radio134AUTO SELECT BUTTONSOUND BUTTONPOWER BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORVOLUMEKNOBPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONSOUND BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORTUNE BA

Playing the AM/FM RadioFeatures135AM/FMBUTTONSOUND BUTTONPOWER BUTTONSTEREO INDICATORVOLUMEKNOBTUNE BARPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONSOUND BUTTONSTEREO INDICAT

The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.The most important things you needto know about your air

−−−−−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR button or the AM/FM button(AMorFMbutton

−−−−−−If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the preset barsas previously described.,presstheA. SEL

−−In addition to the knobs, buttons, andbars on the radio control panel, youcan operate some of the radiocontrols on the navigation systemscreen.To ad

−−−＋To adjust the trebleand bass, touch or on eachside of the treble or bass adjustmentbar. The adjustment bar shows youthe current setting.You can us

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHzRadio statio

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

Playing the XM Satellite Radio142POWER BUTTONTUNE BARVOLUMEKNOBDISPLAY/MODE BUTTONPRESET BARSSCAN BUTTONCATEGORY BARPOWER BUTTONVOLUMEKNOBCATEGORY BAR

−On the audio display, you will see theselected CHANNEL (number),CATEGORY, NAME (artist name),and TITLE (music title).Your audio system is capable ofr

−−−−Press the TUNE bar tochange channel selections. Pressfor higher numbered channelsand for lower numberedchannels. In the category mode, youcan only

−−−−−−CONTINUEDThe encryptioncode is beingupdated. Waituntil theencryption code isfully updated.Channels 0 and 1should still worknormally.The signal i

−Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirs

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:Driving on the north side of a

Playing a CD, CD Changer148AM/FMBUTTONPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONAM/FMBUTTONPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARSEEK/SKIP BARCD BUTTONEJECT BUTTONREPEATBUTTON

CONTINUEDPlaying a CD, CD ChangerFeatures149PRESET BARSSCANBUTTONPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONSEEK/SKIP BARSEEK/SKIP BAREJECT BUTTONREPEATBUTTONLOAD BUTTON LO

Playing a CD, CD Changer150AM/FMBUTTONPRESET BARSSCANBUTTONPRESET BARSSEEK/SKIP BARSEEK/SKIP BARSCAN BUTTONLOAD BUTTONCD BUTTONEJECT BUTTONCD SLOTREPE

−−−The SCAN functionsamples all the tracks on theselected disc in the order they arerecorded. To activate it, press andrelease the SCAN button. You wi

−＋Press the AM/FM button (AM orFM button) to switch to the radiowhile a CD is playing. Press the CDbutton to play the CD.If you turn the system off wh

To load only one CD, press andrelease the LOAD button.Press and hold the LOAD buttonnext to the CD slot until the loadindicator above the slot turns f

The indicators above the discbuttons of the empty positions willblink, and the green load indicatorabove the CD slot comes on.If you press the LOAD bu

−If you are not loading CDs into all sixpositions, press the LOAD buttonagain after the last CD has loaded.The system will begin playing thelast CD lo

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

Each time you press and release theside of the TUNE bar, thesystem skips forward to thebeginning of the next track. Pressand release the side to skipb

When you press the RDM button ortouch the TRACK RANDOM icon onthe screen, the system plays thetracks of the current disc in randomorder. You will see

To take the system out of CD mode,press the AM/FM button (AM orFM button) or XM button (U.S.models). Each time you press theAM/FM button (AM or FM but

When a CD is not being played, storeit in its case to protect it from dustand other contamination. To preventwarpage, keep CDs out of directsunlight a

Message SolutionCauseIf you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a CD, find thecause in the chart to the right. If youcannot clear the err

▲▼▲▼▲▼The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrelea

Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specif

Press and hold the H (Preset 1) sideof the bar until the hour advances tothe desired time. Press and hold theM (Preset 2) side of the bar until themin

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, and the In-Bed Trunk.For the system to activate, you mustlock the door

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of

You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:If you need to decrease yourspeed quickly, use the brakes as younormally would.Press and h

When you push the CANCEL buttonor tap on the brake pedal, the systemwill remember the previously setcruising speed. To return to thatspeed, accelerate

The direction and center positionicons come on when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. The system then begins tocheck the vehicle dir

The compass may need to bemanually calibrated after exposure toa strong magnetic field. If thecompassseemstocontinuallyshowthe wrong direction, do thi

Compass170Zone MapCompass Display for Each ZoneMain MenuTable of Contents

−Todothis,pressandholdthetwooutside buttons on the HomeLinktransceiver for about 20 seconds,until the red indicator flashes.Release the buttons, then

Plug in the garage door openermotor, then test the HomeLinkbutton by pushing it for about 1second.If the button works,programming is complete.If the b

For security purposes, newer garagedoor opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’or variable code. Information fromthe remote control and the garagedoor opene

Youshoulderaseallthreecodesbefore selling the vehicle.Toerasethecodesstoredinallthreebuttons, press and hold the twooutside buttons until the redindic

−Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pressure recommendedby the vehicle manuf

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

−Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or moretires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that the replacement oralternate tires

Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

CONTINUEDOpen the fuel fill door by pullingonthehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat.Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.Stop

Whenever filling a fuel container,use an approved fuel container, andplace it on the ground. Do not fill thefuel container in the vehicle,including th

Put your fingers under the frontedge of the hood. The hood latchhandle is above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Pullthis handle until it releases thehood, then lift t

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orange loop).Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or p

For example, an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more fuel.The build-up of snow or mud onyour vehicle’s underside or on

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Modifying your steering wheel or

CONTINUEDThis could causevery serious injuries in a crash.See page for additionalinformation about your seat beltsand how to take care of them.The fro

The pickup bed on your vehicleallows you to carry heavy and largecargo. You can also store items intheIn-BedTrunkandonaroof-rack(if equipped).Your veh

−×Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 1,530(1,480) lbs’’ on your vehicle’splacard. [The placard is on

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor in the In-Bed Trunk, placingth

CONTINUEDYour vehicle can carry a largeamount of cargo in the pickup bed.However, the pickup bed is notintended for carrying passengers.Peoplewhoridei

Your vehicle has six tie down cleatson the pickup bed.You can also support motorcycles onthe pickup bed floor with the cleats.The floor panel of the p

The cargo net can be used to holdlightweight items in the pickup bed.Secure all items properly. The netmay not prevent heavy items frombeingthrownoutw

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Your vehicle has higher groundclearance that allows you to travelover bumps, obstacles, and roughterrain. It also provides goodvisibility so you can a

Youshoulddothefollowingchecksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed.

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.The information and specific

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theigniti

−−This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press

−−CONTINUEDPress the D3 switch on the end ofthe shift lever to turn this mode onor off; the D3 indicator comes onwhenever D3 is selected.TheD3switchca

− To shift to second,pull the shift lever towards you, thenshift to the lower gear. This positionlocks the transmission in secondgear. It does not dow

− To shift from second tofirst, pull the shift lever towards you,then shift to the lower gear. Thisposition locks the transmission infirst gear. By up

Remove the key from the shiftlock release slot, then reinstall thecover. Make sure the notch on thecover is on the instrument panelside. Press the bra

To get unstuck, apply light pressureto the accelerator pedal. Do not spinthe front tires for more than a fewseconds. Because of the amount oftorque ap

If the tire is flat, or if the tirepressure is too low to continuedriving, replace the tire with thecompact spare tire.If you think you can safely dri

Each wheel is equipped with a tirepressure sensor mounted inside thetire behind the valve stem. You mustuse TPMS specific wheels. It isrecommended tha

If they do, they could be veryseriously injured in a crash.If they do, they couldbe killed or very seriously injuredin a crash.They could bekilled or

Make sure the moonroof (ifequipped) and the windows areclosed.Turn off the lights.Place any packages, valuables, etc.in the cargo area in your vehicle

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads

The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the brakes fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faste

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on togetherand the parking break is fullyreleased, the front-to-rear brakingdistribution syste

The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists

In certain unusual conditions whenyour vehicle gets stuck in shallow mud or fresh snow, it may be easierto free it with the VSA temporarilyswitched of

The maximum weight of the trailerandeverythinginoronitdependsonthe number of occupants in yourvehicleandthetypeoftrailerbeingtowed (see page ).Towing

−−−Thebestwaytoconfirmthatallloads are within limits is to checkthem at a public scale (see page).Add the weight of your trailer (asquoted by the manu

＊＊＊＊＊＊−−Number ofOccupants2345Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue LoadTowing Weight Guidelines214Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Guidelines:5000 lbs

To accurately check your loads atthe public scale, the vehicle andtrailer should be fully loaded, and alloccupants should stay in the vehiclewhile the

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensione

Check the weight of the unhitchedtrailer. Limit: See page .Towing generally requires a varietyof supplemental equipment. Toensure the best quality, we

There are two common types oftrailer brakes: surge and electric.Surge brakes are common for boattrailers, since the brakes will get wet.If you choose

Always use safety chains when youtow a trailer. Make sure the chainsare secured to the trailer and hitch,and that they cross under the tongueand can c

＋Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, province,and local regulations. Check trailerlight requirements for the areaswhere you p

Your vehicle has a class 3 trailerhitch as standard equipment.The cover, the ball mount, the hitchpin, the hitch pin clip, and the jumperharness are s

CONTINUEDThe 7-pin trailer connector is neededfor the trailer lights. To connect theconnector, do this:Make sure the connector and thesocketarefreeofd

To disconnect the connectors,reverse the connection steps, thenmake sure the socket lid andsocket cover are securely in place.Avoid using excessive fo

＋Refer to the above illustrations forwiring information.The trailer jumper harness is used toinstall the controller for the electrictrailer brakes. Fo

The added weight, length, andheight of a trailer will affect yourvehicle’s handling and performance,so driving with a trailer requiressome special dri

Ifyoumuststopwhenfacinguphill,use the foot brake or parking brake.Do not try to hold the vehicle inplace by pressing on the accelerator,as this can ca

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts

Always drive slowly and havesomeone guide you when backing up.Grip the of the steering wheel,then turn the wheel to the left to getthe trailer to move

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily for use on pavement. Butits higher ground clearance and four-wheel drive VTM-4 system allow youto occasionally

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service, and inspect your vehiclefor any problems. Pay specialattention to th

Forbettertractiononallsurfaces,accelerate slowly and gradually buildup speed. If you try to start too faston wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, youmight not

The banks and surface under thewater provide good traction. Thewater may hide hazards such asrocks, holes, or mud.Before driving through water, stop,g

Use a nylon strap to attach yourvehicle to the recovery vehicle, andcarefully take out the slack in thestrap. Once the strap is tight, therecovery veh

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.If you have the ski

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.All service items not detail

−−−−−−−−−−−−CONTINUEDCalculated EngineOil Life (%)100 % 91 %90 % 81 %80 % 71 %70 % 61 %60 % 51 %50 % 41 %40 % 31 %30 % 21 %20 % 16 %15 % 11 %10 % 6 %5

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by the dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof prote

The maintenance item code(s)indicate the main and sub itemsrequired at the time of the oil change(see page ).If the engine oil life is 15 percent orle

Maintenance MinderMaintenance237When you see this message, havethe indicated maintenanceperformed by your dealer as soon aspossible.When the remaining

You can change the display to theengine oil life display, or theodometer and trip meter by pushingthe SELECT button on theinstrument panel.All mainten

＞＞＞＞＞Press the RESET button for about10 seconds. You will see a‘‘MAINT RESET’’ message.Select the appropriate answer,‘‘MAINT RESET N’’ (NO) or‘‘MAINT

＃If you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show theproper m

−−−−−−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Engi

＊＊＃＃＃＊Maintenance Minder242:Maintenance Sub ItemsReplace dust and pollen filterInspect drive beltReplace transmission and transfer fluidReplace spark

CONTINUEDMaintenance RecordMaintenance243mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiYou or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maint

Maintenance Record244mimimimimimimimimimimimimimiMileagekmkmkmkmkmkmkmSignatureDateMaintenancePerformedAB123456AB123456AB123456AB123456AB123456AB12345

＊＊Fluid LocationsMaintenance245ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)RADIATOR CAPAUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)BRAKE

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-grade 5W-20detergent oil displaying the APICertification Sea

Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate c

Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.Turn off the engine and let it sitfor s

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may us

Make sure the engine and radiatorare cool.When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap c

CONTINUEDCheck the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Insert the dipstick all the way intothe

The rear differential should bedrained and refilled with new fluidwhen this service is indicated by amaintenance message on theinformation display. Th

The transfer assembly should bedrained and refilled with new fluidwhen this service is indicated by amaintenance message on theinformation display.Alw

−−The timing belt should be replacedat the intervals shown in themaintenance minder schedule.Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.)or 100,000 km (Can

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with your skin or har

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact,side impact, or rollover.Sensors that can det

Install the new bulb into the hole,making sure the tabs are in theirslots. Pivot the hold-down wireback in place, and clip the end intothe slot.Instal

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.Remove the burned-out bulb bypulling it straight out of the socket.Drop open the tail

Install the new bulb into thesocket.Push the socket into the lightassembly, and turn it clockwiseuntil it locks.Turn on the lights to make surethe new

Put the lens back on the lightassembly, and tighten themounting bolts securely.Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.Put the light as

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.Push the socket into the lightassembly, and turn i

Reinstall the light assembly.Reinstall the mounting screw, andtighten it securely.Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.Dirt build-up

A non-Honda floor mat may not fityour vehicle properly. This couldprevent the proper operation of thefolding rear seats and the passenger’sseat weight

CONTINUEDRaise the wiper arm off thewindshield.Disconnect the blade assemblyfromthewiperarmbypushinginthe lock tab. Hold the lock tab inwhile you push

Examine the new wiper blades. Ifthey have no plastic or metalreinforcement along the backedge, remove the metalreinforcement strips from the oldwiper

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.Keeping the ti

After inflating, the front airbagsimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother con

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.Youshouldlookfor:Bumps or bulges in the tread or

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the whee

It is best to replace all four tires atthesametime.Ifthatisnotpossibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing j

＃＋＊＊Wheels:Tires:Mount tire chains on your tires whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Install them only on thefront tires. Do not use chai

Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.If you ever h

−If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, the audiosystem will disable itself. The nexttimeyouturnontheradioyouwillsee ‘‘CODE’’ in the f

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper prep

This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the prob

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Have allpassengers get out of the vehiclewhile you change the

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the oc

Open the In-Bed Trunk.Remove the two tire tray holdingbolts.Pull out the tire tray with thehandle, and hook the rear of thetire tray to the guides on

CONTINUEDLoosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange.Turn the dia

Attach the stay to the extension,then attach the wheel nut wrenchto the end of the extension.Turn the jack dial (wheel nutwrench) clockwise as shown t

CONTINUEDPut on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the whe

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.Tighten the w

Store the wheel cap or center capin the In-Bed Trunk. Make sure itdoes not get scratched ordamaged.Refer to(see page ).When storing the flat tire, pla

As a temporary mounting location,you can secure a spare tire on thepickup bed, if needed.Placethesparetireonthepickupbed as shown.Place the spacer con

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:Check

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer toon page .There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(

−＋＋If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.Start the vehicle. If the startermotor s

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.If y

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is stil

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the o

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.You

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

The vehicle’s fuses are contained inthreefuseboxes.The primary under-hood fuse box ison the passenger’s side. Thesecondary fuse box is next to thebrak

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse boxes and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided in t

If the driver’s power window fuse isremoved, the AUTO function of thedriver’s window will be disabled. Toreset the AUTO function, see page.If you cann

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Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand respo

When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inthe center of the dashboard comeson (see page ).If you ever have a moderate tosev

If, due to damage, your vehicle mustbe towed with all four wheels on theground, do the following:Release the parking brake.Start the engine.Shift to D

If your vehicle gets stuck in sand,mud, or snow, call a towing serviceto pull it out (see the previous page).For very short distances, such asfreeing

If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck298To avoid damage to your vehicle, usethe tie down hooks for straight, flatground towing only. Do not tow at anangle. These

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informati

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

The engine number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.Identification N

＊＊＊＊＊−−＊＊＊＊＊Specifications302CapacitiesDimensionsWeightsAir Conditioning1.64 US gal (6.2 )2.14 US gal (8.1 )4.5 US qt (4.3 )4.2 US qt (4.0 )5.3 US qt

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Inf ormation303FusesBatteryEngineAlignmentTiresLights60/55 W (HB2)12 V12 V 28/8 W12 V 21 W12 V 21/5 W12 V 18

−The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance accor

− Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or

Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no pa

−−−−−−−−−−−−−The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.Rim diameter in inches.Load

＊＊The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hy

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation, and three way catalyticconverter. These

The three way catalytic convertermust operate at a high temperaturefor the chemical reactions to takeplace. It can set on fire anycombustible material

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

Customer Service...Information . 312...Warranty Coverages . 313Reporting Safety Defects...

Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership do

−−−−−−−−−covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.these t

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a r

−＊＊＊＊２００７ＨＯＮThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.A r

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUED...Accessories and Modifications . 184ACCESSORY (Ignition Key...Position) . 82...Accessory Power

...DANGER, Explanation of . iii...Dashboard . 3, 58Bulb Replacement...Back-up Light

＊＊CONTINUED...Fan, Interior . 123...Features . 121...Filling th

＊＊...Identification Number, Vehicle . 300...Gas Mileage, Improving . 183Gasoline...Fuel Reserve Indicator . 65...

＊＊CONTINUED...Keys . 80...Label, Certification . 300...Lane Change, S

...Maintenance . 233Owner’s Maintenance...Checks . 241...

＊＊＊CONTINUED...Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16...Protecting Adults and Teens . 11...Additional Safety Precautions . 17...Advice for Pre

＊...Tachometer . 70Tailgate, Dual-Action...Indicator . 64, 94...

＊＊＊CONTINUEDUnexpected, Taking Care...of the . 273..Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 304...U

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them. This indicatoralerts you that thepass

＊＊...XM Satellite Radio . 142Windows...Operating the Power . 105Windshield...Defroster

Service Information SummaryGasoline: Tire Pressure (measured cold):Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Automatic Transmission Fluid:Power Steeri

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:Do not

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.If water or

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarg

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other r

−During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

CONTINUEDAn infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor

Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.In any of these situations, westrongly recommend th

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.We also r

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and

Make sure the head restraint is inthe lowest position. Lift the cover,then route the tether strap aroundthe upper guide. Route the tetherstrap downwar

Lift the head restraint (see page), then route the tether strapover the seat-back and throughthe head restraint legs.Lift the cover, then route thetet

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informe

When using a tether anchor, alwayshook the tether strap through theupper guide to route it properly.Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to t

Route the tether strap downwardproperly, making sure the strap isnot twisted.Attach the tether strap hook to theoutertetheranchorontheoutsideof the se

Attach the tether strap hook to thecenter tether anchor between theloweranchorsfortheLATCH-compatible child seat.Properlysecurethechildseat(seepage ),

The following pages giveinstructions on how to check properseat belt fit, what kind of boosterseat to use if one is needed, andimportant precautions f

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster seat meetsfederal safety standards (see page) and that you

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the chil

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

U.S. modelsCanadian modelsU.S. modelsCanadian modelsCanadian modelsU.S. modelsSafety LabelsDriver and Passenger Safety55HOODDOORJAMBSPICKUP BEDMain Me

Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher groundclearance has many advantages for of

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This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊IfequippedControl Locations58HOOD RELEASEHANDLEPARKING BRAKEPEDALGLOVE BOXAUDIO SYSTEMPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESINSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSGAUGESHEATING/

Instrument PanelInstruments and ControlsU.S. models59IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMINDICATORWASHER LEVELINDICATORMALFUNCTION INDICATORLAMPLOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATO

Instrument PanelCanadian models60IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMINDICATORWASHER LEVELINDICATORMALFUNCTION INDICATORLAMPLOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATORVSA ACTIVATION INDI

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch

a problem. For more information, seepage 289.Theenginecanbeseverelydamagedifthisindicatorflashesorstaysonwhentheengineisrunning.Formoreinformation,see

This indicator has two functions:This indicator also blinks severaltimes when you turn the ignitionswitch from the ON (II) position tothe ACCESSORY (I

This monitor includes two functions;the door open indicator and thetailgate open indicator. This monitorworks with the ignition switch in anyposition.

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position with the headlightswitch off and the parking brake set.It should go of

＊＊＊CONTINUED: If equippedYour Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance3POWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEPARKING BRAKEPEDALGLOVE BOXAUDIO SYSTE

This indicator monitors thetemperature of the automatictransmission fluid. It should come onfor a few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.This indicator reminds you that it istime to

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on while driving,This indicator

This indicator reminds you that thebed lights are on. With the shift leverin the Park position, they come onwhen you push the light switch onthe dashb

To switch the information displaybetween the odometer, trip meterand outside temperature (ifequipped), and engine oil life andmaintenance service item

This meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: TRIP Aand TRIP B. Switch be

±±−−−−−−−−This indicator displays the outsidetemperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.models) or Centigrade (Canadianmodels).The temperature sensor is in thefro

The information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) pos

＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.If equipped.12Controls Near the Steering Wheel74SHIFT LEVERCRUISE BUTTONCRUISECONTROLSHORNS

−−OFFINT: IntermittentINT TIME ringLO: Low speedHI: High speedMISTWindshield washer (spray nozzles)Turn signalHigh beamsFlashhighbeamsThe multi-contro

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.I

−−OFFParking and indicator lightsHeadlightsPush down on themulti-control lever to signal a leftturn and up to signal a right turn. Tosignal a lane cha

− If you remove the key from theignition switch with the headlightcontrol dial on, but do not open thedoor, the lights will turn off after 10minutes.T

The dial on the instrument panelcontrols the brightness of theinstrument panel lights and theconsole compartment light. Turn thedial to adjust the bri

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in position.Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up and down.

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.Pr

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the immobilizersystem indicator should come on fora few seconds, then go off. If theindicato

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

To lock any passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, push thelock tab down, and close the door.To lock the driver’s door, remove thekey from t

Your vehicle has customizablesettings for the doors toautomatically lock and unlock. Makeall settings before you start driving.The childproof door loc

Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speedreaches about 9 mph (15 km/h).Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’ s door. You will h

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will hear aclicking sound after about 5seconds.Make sure the shift lever is i

Make sure the shift lever is inPark (P), and close the driver’sdoor.Pushandholdtherearofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will hear

Apply the parking brake, and open the driver’s door.Make sure the shift lever is in thePark (P) position.Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) posit

−−−Pressthisbuttononcetounlockthedriver’ sdoorandtheIn-BedTrunk.Pushittwiceto unlocktheremainingdoors. If you press the button twice and hold for 3–5

Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a tr

＋As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

Youcanopenthetailgatetwodifferent ways:Drop it open by using the upperhandle.Swingitopenbyusingtherightlower handle.To drop open the tailgate, pull up

To swing open the tailgate, firstmake sure it is fully closed, then pullup the right lower handle, and swingthe tailgate to the left.To close, swing t

See page for information oncargo loading and weight limits.You can also store and lock items inthe In-Bed Trunk (see page ).If you do not fasten the s

YoucanopentheIn-BedTrunktwodifferent ways:Push the release button on thelower right side of the In-BedTrunk lid when the driver’s door isunlocked.To c