Honda Ridgeline 2017 Owner's Manual
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
NOTICE
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
00X31-T6Z-6000 2017 Ridgeline Owner's Manual
The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
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.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
AOM02896
A Few Words About Safety
3DANGER
3WARNING
3CAUTION
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment.
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
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and
Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 33 Airbags P. 40
2 Instrument Panel P. 71
Indicators P. 72 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 101
2 Controls P. 107
Clock P. 108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 109
Security System P. 131 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 134
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 159 Adjusting the Seats P. 161
Heating and Cooling System
*
P. 193
2 Features P. 197
Audio System P. 198
General Information on the Audio System P. 296
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
*
P. 334 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 337, 362
2 Driving P. 395
Before Driving P. 396 Towing a Trailer P. 404
Parking Your Vehicle P. 487
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 496
2 Maintenance P. 503
Before Performing Maintenance P. 504 Maintenance MinderTM P. 507
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 529
Heating and Cooling System
*
/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 542
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 551
Tools P. 552 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 553
Overheating P. 569 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 571
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 581
2 Information P. 585
Specifications P. 586 Identification Numbers P. 588
Emissions Testing P. 591 Warranty Coverages P. 593
Contents
Child Safety P. 53 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 126 Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 128
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Interior Lights/Convenience Items P. 169 Climate Control System
Audio System Basic Operation P. 204, 222 Audio Error Messages P. 292
Customized Features P. 303
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 416 When Driving P. 418 Braking P. 474
Refueling P. 498 Fuel Economy and CO
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 511 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 523
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 531 Battery P. 540 Remote Transmitter Care P. 541
Cleaning P. 543 Accessories and Modifications P. 549
Engine Does Not Start P. 562 Jump Starting P. 565 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 568
Fuses P. 575 Emergency Towing P. 580
Refueling P. 582
*
P. 138 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 140
Emissions P. 501
2
*
P. 186
Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Instrument Panel
Controls
Features
Driving
Maintenance
Handling the Unexpected
Information
Index
P. 4
P. 27
P. 71
P. 107
P. 197
P. 395
P. 503
P. 551
P. 585
P. 597
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 589 Reporting Safety Defects P. 590
Authorized Manuals P. 595 Customer Service Information P. 596
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Gauges
(P101)
❙
Multi-Information Display
(P102)
❙
System Indicators
(P72)
❙
ECON Button
(P428)
❙
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBS
TM
) OFF Button*
(P481)
❙
Heated Windshield Button
(P154)
Canadian models
❙
Parking Sensor System Button*
(P489)
❙
Steering Wheel Adjustments
(P158)
❙
ENGINE START/STOP Button
(P140)
❙
AC Power Outlet Button*
(P183)
❙
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
*
(P438)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P463)
❙
Bed Light Button
(P184)
❙
Audio System
(P198)
❙
Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙
Front Seat Heater Buttons*
(P179)
❙
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation Buttons
*
(P180)
❙
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*
Button
(P154)
❙
Heating and Cooling System*
(P193)
❙
Climate Control System*
(P186)
❙
Hazard Warning Button
Visual Index
4
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Headlights/Turn Signals
(P143, 144)
❙
Fog Lights*
(P147)
❙
Audio Remote Controls
(P202)
❙
Brightness Control
(P155)
❙
Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons
(P337, 362)
❙
Heated Steering Wheel Button*
(P178)
❙
LaneWatch
TM*
(P472)
❙
Wipers/Washers
(P152)
❙
CRUISE Button*
(P431)
❙
Interval Button*
(P449)
❙
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button*
(P456)
❙
MAIN Button*
(P442)
❙
RESET Button
(P102)
❙
(Information) Button
(P102)
❙
Horn (Press an area around .)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Power Window Switches
(P134)
❙
Power Door Lock Master Switch
(P121)
❙
Memory Buttons*
(P157)
❙
SET Button*
(P157)
❙
Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P499)
❙
Rearview Mirror
(P159)
❙
Driver’s Front Airbag
(P43)
❙
Shift Lever
(P426)
❙
Glove Box
(P171)
❙
Auxiliary Input Jack
(P200)
❙
Intelligent Traction Management
Button
(P429)
❙
Parking Brake
(P474)
❙
Interior Fuse Box
(P578)
❙
Hood Release Handle
(P512)
❙
Door Mirror Controls
(P160)
❙
USB Ports*
(P199)
❙
Accessory Power Socket
(P175)
❙
USB Port
(P199)
❙
Trunk Main Switch
(P129)
❙
Accessory Power Socket
(P175)
❙
USB Port*
(P199)
❙
Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P43)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙
Side Curtain Airbags
(P49)
❙
Grab Handle
❙
Coat Hook
(P176)
❙
Seat Belts
(P36)
❙
Sun Visors
❙
Vanity Mirrors
❙
Moonroof Switch*
(P138)
❙
Map Lights
(P170)
❙
HomeLink® Buttons*
(P334)
❙
Sunglasses Holder
(P177)
❙
Front Seat
(P161)
❙
Side Airbags
(P47)
❙
Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)
(P61)
❙
Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat
(P61)
❙
LATCH to Secure a Child Seat
(P58)
❙
Rear Seat
(P164)
❙
Map Lights
(P170)
❙
Back Window Switch*
(P136)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Maintenance Under the Hood
(P511)
❙
Windshield Wipers
(P152, 529)
❙
Power Door Mirrors
(P160)
❙
Headlights
(P144, 523)
❙
Front Side Marker Lights
(P144, 525)
❙
Fog Lights*
(P147, 526)
❙
Side Turn Signal Lights*
(P143, 526)
❙
Daytime Running Lights /Parking Lights*
(P148, 525)
❙
How to Refuel
(P499)
❙
Rear Turn Signal and Back-Up Lights
(P527)
❙
Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P112)
❙
Tires
(P531, 553)
❙
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights*
(P143, 526)
❙
Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights
(P527)
❙
Rear License Plate Light
(P528)
❙
Multi-View Rear Camera
(P496)
❙
Drop Opening the Tailgate
(P127)
❙
Rear License Plate Light
(P528)
❙
Swing Opening the Tailgate
(P127)
❙
Opening and Closing the Trunk
(P128)
❙
AC Power Outlet*
(P182)
❙
High-Mount Brake Light
(P528)
❙
Bed Lights
(P184)
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Quick Reference Guide
Ambient Meter
● Changes color to reflect your driving style.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
● The ambient meter color changes in accordance
with your brake or accelerator pedal operation.
ECON Mode Indicator
(P85)
Comes on when the ECON button is
pressed.
ECON Button
(P428)
Helps maximize fuel economy.
* Not available on all models
Eco Assist® System
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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Airbags
(P40)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety
(P53)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(P68)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist
(P32)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts
(P33)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
(P27)
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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA®) System Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P101)
/Multi-Information Display
(P102)
/System Indicators
(P72)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Smart Entry System
Indicator
Ambient Meter
Shift Lever
Position Indicator
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer
Temperature
Gauge
Speedometer
Multi-Information Display
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
All-wheel drive system
(AWD) Indicator
*
Blind spot information
(BSI) Indicator
*
System Indicators
Collision Mitigation Braking
System
TM
(CMBSTM) Indicator
*
Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM) Indicator
*
Security System Alarm
Indicator
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
Fog Light Indicator
*
ECON Mode Indicator
Auto high-beam
Indicator
*
Lane Keeping Assist
System (LKAS) Indicator
*
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC)
Indicator
*
Intelligent Traction
Management Indicator
Bed Lights On Indicator
* Not available on all models
(P71)
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Quick Reference Guide
Controls
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
3
4
(P107)
Clock
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
(P108)
Press and hold the MENU/CLOCK
button for two seconds.
Select Adjust Clock, then press .
Rotate to adjust the hours.
Press to switch to minute
adjustment.
Rotate to adjust the minutes.
Press to switch to Set.
Press to complete clock adjustment.
a
Select , then select Settings.
b
Select Clock/Info, then Clock
Adjustment.
c
Adjust the dates, hours and minutes by
selecting / .
d
Select OK to set the time.
ENGINE START/STOP
Button
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
(P140)
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Quick Reference Guide
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam
High Beam
Flashing
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
MIST
OFF
AUTO
*1
: Wiper speed varies
automatically
INT
*2
: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Adjustment Ring
(-
: Low Sensitivity
*1
(-
: Lower speed, fewer sweeps
*2
(+
: High Sensitivity
*1
(+
: Higher speed, more sweeps
*2
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
Turn Signals
(P143)
Wipers and Washers
(P152)
AUTO should always be turned OFF before
the following situation:
● Cleaning the windshield
● Driving through a car wash
● Driving when it is not raining
Lights
(P144)
Steering Wheel
● To adjust, push the adjustment lever
down, adjust to the desired position, then
pull up the lever back in place.
(P158)
*1:Models with automatic intermittent
wipers
*2:Models without automatic intermittent
wipers
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Quick Reference Guide
Unlocking the Front
Trunk Release Button
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Folding Button
*
Power Window Lock Button
Window Switch
Indicator
Doors from the Inside
(P120)
● Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it at the same time.
Power Door Mirrors
(P160)
● With the power mode in ON, move the
selector switch to L or R.
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
● Press the folding button
out the door mirrors.
*
to fold in and
Power Windows
● With the power mode in ON, open and
close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, each passenger’s window
can be opened and closed with its own
switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator is on), each
passenger’s window switch is disabled.
(P134)
Trunk
● Press the trunk release button to unlock
and open the trunk when you are
carrying the smart entry remote.
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(P 128)
Quick Reference Guide
Models with navigation system
Fan Control
Button
(Windshield
Defroster) Button
A/C (Air
Conditioning)
Button
Air flows from dashboard and
back of the centre console
vents.
Air flows from dashboard, floor
and back of the centre console
vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
(Recirculation)
Button
Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch
AUTO Button
Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Switch
MODE Button
SYNC
(Synchronized) Button
(On/Off) Button
Rear Temperature
Control Buttons
/
(Rear Fan
Control) Button
Rear AUTO
Button
(Rear On/
Off) Button
MODE Button
Air flows from the rear floor vents.
Air flow from the rear console
vents and floor vents.
Air flows from the rear console vents.
* Not available on all models
Climate Control System*
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. (P243)
(P186)
Rear Climate Control*
● Press the AUTO button to activate the
rear climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system
on or off.
(P191)
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Quick Reference Guide
Heating and Cooling System*
Fan Control Switch
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from dashboard
and floor vents.
Air flows from dashboard
vents.
Button
(Recirculation) Button
Temperature Control Switch
(On/Off) Button
MODE Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
● Toggle up and down the fan control switch to adjust the fan speed.
● Press the Mode button to select the vents air flows from.
● Toggle up and down the temperature control switch to adjust the temperature.
● Use the button for maximum cool setting.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
(P193)
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Quick Reference Guide
Features
Models with color audio system
MENU/CLOCK Button
Selector Knob
(Day/Night) Button
(Back) Button
(Sound) Button
VOL / (Volume/Power)
Knob
Preset Buttons (1-6)
(Phone) Button
RADIO Button
/
(Seek/Skip) Buttons
CD/AUX Button
Audio/Information Screen
* Not available on all models
(P197)
Audio system
(P198)
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Quick Reference Guide
/AUDIO (Power/Audio)
Icon
(Home) Icon
VOL (Volume) Icons
(Menu) Icon
(Back) Icon
(Day/night) Icon
Audio/Information Screen
Multi-Information Display
For navigation system operation () See the Navigation System Manual
Models with Display Audio
(Eject) Button
Disc Slot
Canadian models
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Quick Reference Guide
(+
/ (- Button
SOURCE
Button
/ Button
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
* Not available on all models
Audio Remote Controls
(P202)
(+
/ (- Button
●
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode:
FM1/FM2/AM/USB/iPod/
Bluetooth® Audio/AUX
● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
*
/USB device:
CD
Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
Press to change the audio mode:
FM/AM/SiriusXM
Pandora®
*
/Bluetooth® Audio/AUX
*
/CD*/USB/iPod/
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Quick Reference Guide
Driving
Release Button
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
(P
.
Move the shift lever without pressing
the release button.
Press the release button to move the
shift lever.
Automatic Transmission
(P426)
● Shift to
(P
and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
Shift Lever
Intelligent Traction
Management Button
Low
●
Used to further increase engine braking.
●
Used when going up or down hills.
Drive (D4)
Press the button while the shift lever is in
(D
.
Used when:
●
Going up or down hills.
●
Towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
D4
Button
D4
(P395)
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Quick Reference Guide
* Not available on all models
VSA® OFF Button
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To partially disable or fully restore VSA®
function, press and hold the button until
you hear a beep.
Cruise Control*
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press the –/SET button once
you have achieved the desired speed
(above 25 mph or 40 km/h).
(P463)
(P431)
Collision Mitigation
TM
Braking System
TM
(CMBS
(P481)
● When a possible collision is likely
unavoidable, the CMBS
reduce the vehicle speed and the severity
of the collision.
● To turn the CMBS
hold the button until you hear a beep.
) OFF Button*
TM
on or off, press and
TM
can help you to
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine.
● TPMS fill assist provides audible and visual guidance during tire pressure adjustment.
Refueling
(P498)
(P466, 574)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number
87 or higher recommended
Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 ℓ)
a
Press the fuel fill
door release button.
b
After refueling,
wait for about five
seconds before
removing the filler
nozzle.
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
Under the Hood
(P511)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P523)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P529)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P531)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
(P503)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
(P551)
Flat Tire
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located in the trunk.
Indicators Come On
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
(P553)
(P571)
Engine Won’t Start
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
(P575)
(P562)
Overheating
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
(P569)
(P580)
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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
Canadian models
The power mode does not
change from VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) to ACCESSORY.
Why?
●
The steering wheel may be locked.
●
Move the steering wheel left and right
after pressing the ENGINE START/STOP
button.
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The power mode does not
change from ON to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Quick Reference Guide
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
Check if the childproof lock is in
the lock position. If so, open the
rear door with the outside door
handle.
To cancel this function, push the
lever to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors?
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
The beeper sounds when:
●
The exterior lights are left on.
●
The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
The beeper sounds when:
●
Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
●
The parking brake pedal is not fully released.
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
Important Safety Precautions.............. 28
Important Handling Information......... 30
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features............ 31
Safety Checklist ................................. 32
Seat Belts
About Your Seat Belts ........................ 33
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 36
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 39
Airbags
Airbag System Components............... 40
Types of Airbags ................................ 43
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 43
Side Airbags....................................... 47
Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 49
Airbag System Indicators.................... 50
Airbag Care ....................................... 52
Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers ............... 53
Safety of Infants and Small Children.... 55
Safety of Larger Children ................... 66
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 68
Safety Labels
Label Locations .................................. 69
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For Safe Driving
1Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.
The following pages explain your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.
Important Safety Precautions
■
Always wear your seat belt
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly.
■
Restrain all children
Children ages 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.
■
Be aware of airbag hazards
While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants
who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children,
and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
■
Don’t drink and drive
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink.
So don’t drink and drive, and don’t let your friends drink and drive, either.
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■
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
■
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
■
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
■
They could be killed or injured in a crash, or become ill or even die from carbon
monoxide poisoning if engine exhaust enters the cap.
uuFor Safe DrivinguImportant Safety Precautions
Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Control your speed
Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Never let passengers ride in the pickup bed or inside a truck cap (shell).
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