shift HONDA RIDGELINE 2020 (in English) User Guide

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you put the transmission into (N, then
release the
(N button.2 If you want to keep the transmission in (N
position [car wash mode] P. 392
●Appears when you press and hold (N button for more
than 2 seconds.●Disappears when you set the sh ift position to other than
(N.
2If you want to keep the transmission in (N
position [car wash mode] P. 392
●Appears when the engine stops without the
transmission in
(P, and does not restart automatically.●Appears if you open the hood while Auto Idle Stop
activates.
●If you want to set the power mode to ON, put the
transmission into
(P.●If you want to start the engine, follow the normal
procedure.
2 Starting the Engine P. 379
●Appears when you try to change the shift position
without depressing the brake pedal.●Depress the brake pedal, then select a shift button.
●Appears when you try to change the shift position
without releasing your foot off the accelerator pedal.●Release your foot off the accelerator pedal, then select a
shift button.

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the (P button is pressed while the
vehicle is moving.
●Appears if you put the transmission into (R while the
vehicle is moving forward, or into
(D while the vehicle
is reversing.
●Make sure that the vehicle comes to a stop before
operating the shift button.
●Appears when you set the po wer mode to ON without
fastening the driver’s seat belt.
●Appears when you change the shift position after (P
has been automatically selected with the driver’s door
open, the driver’s seat belt unfastened, then the brake
pedal is released.
●Fasten the seat belt properly before you start to drive.
2 Shift Operation P. 390
●Appears when you press the (P button but it is not
engaged due to low ATF temperature.●Depress the brake pedal until this message disappear.
●Appears when you depress th e accelerator pedal while
the transmission is in
(N.
●Remove your foot off the accelerator pedal. When
driving, depress the brake pedal and operate the shift
position.
●Appears if there is a problem with the automatic
lighting control system.●Appears while driving - Manually turn the lights on,
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
(White)

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when ACC is cancel ed due to excessive low
vehicle speed.●Raise the speed, then reset ACC.2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 432
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the
interval between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of
you is too close.●ACC cannot be set.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 432
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the shift
position is in any position other than
(D or (S.
●ACC cannot be set.2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 432
●Appears when pressing the -/SET button while the
vehicle is moving and the brake pedal is depressed.●ACC cannot be set.2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 432
●Appears when the interval between your vehicle and
the vehicle ahead of you is too close while ACC is in
operation.●ACC has been automatically canceled.
2 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) P. 432

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uuCustomized Features u
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Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
VehicleLighting
SetupInterior Light Dimming
Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.
60 sec
/30 sec
*1/15 sec
Headlight Auto Off Timer Changes the length of time the exterior lights
stay on after you close the driver’s door. 60 sec/
30 sec/
15 sec
*1/ 0 sec
Auto Interior Illumination
Sensitivity Changes the sensitivity of the brightness of the
instrument panel when the headlight switch is in
the
AUTO position. Min
/Low /Mid
*1/
High /Max
Auto Headlight On with
Wiper On Changes the settings for the wiper operation
when the headlights au
tomatically come on
while the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position. Off
/On
*1
Auto Light Sensitivity*Changes the timing for the headlights to come
on. Max
/High /Mid*1/
Low /Min
Door
Setup Auto Door Lock Changes the setting for the automatic locking
feature. With Ve
hicle
Speed
*1/ Shift from P /
Off
* Not available on all models

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup
Group Customizable Features Descri
ption Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Door
SetupAuto Door Unlock
Changes the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically. All Doors with
Driver’s Door
Opens
*1/
All Doors
with Shift to P /All
Doors with IGN Off /
Off
Key and Remote Unlock
Mode Sets up either the driver
’s door or all doors to
unlock on the first push of the remote or built-in
key. Driver Door
*1/
All
Doors
Keyless Lock Answer Back LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds.
On
*1/
Off
Security Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock
and the security system to set after you unlock
the vehicle without opening any door. 90 sec
/60 sec /30 sec
*1
Tailgate Power Locking Changes the setting for the tailgate locking
feature. Enable
/Disable*1
Mainte
nance
Info
Maintenance ResetResets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service.—
DefaultCancels/Resets all cust omized items in the
Vehicle group as default.Yes/No

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 358
Towing a Trailer ................................ 366
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 377
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 379
Precautions While Driving................. 385
Automatic Transmission ................... 387
Shifting ............................................ 388
ECON Mode .................................... 396
Intelligent Traction Management...... 397
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 399
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ..............404
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 406 Intelligent Variable To
rque Management (i-
VTM4
TM) AWD System*.................. 407
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 408
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 410
Blind spot information System
*........... 412
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 415
Honda Sensing ®................................ 417
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 420
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)......... 432
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 445
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ... 454
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 459
Radar Sensor ................................... 461
Braking Brake System ................................... 462
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 464
Brake Assist System ......................... 465
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 466
Parking Sensor System
*................... 467
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 471
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 475
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 477
How to Refuel ................................. 478
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 480
* Not available on all models

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uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
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Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly servic ed and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 366
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressure of the trail er tires, including the spare.
• Turn off the Auto Idle Stop syst em using the Auto Idle Stop OFF button. The
trailer weight can affect your vehicle’s brake effectiveness if Auto Idle Stop is
activated on a hill while towing a trailer.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits fo r vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
When towing a trailer, we recommend that you carry
a full-size spare wheel and tire for both your vehicle
and trailer. If you use the compact spare tire that
came with your vehicle, it could adversely affect
vehicle handling.
Remember to unhitch the tra iler before changing a
flat tire. Ask the trailer sales or rental agency where
and how to store the trailer’s spare tire.
1 Towing Speeds and Gears
When towing a fixed-sided trailer (e.g., camper), do
not exceed 55 mph (88 km/h).
At higher speeds, the trai ler may sway or affect
vehicle handling.

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Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the mark, turn off the climate
control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool down
the engine if necessary.
• Shift to the
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
When retrieving a boat from the water, we recommend using the sequential shift
mode
(S to utilize the trans missions lower gears.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 562
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat
1Driving in Hilly Terrain
If the automatic transmission fluid temperature
exceeds the specified limit, the transmission will also
automatically up shift, even in the sequential shift
mode.
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
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Driving
Precautions While Driving
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of control:
• Take corners at slower speeds than yo u would with a passenger vehicle.
• Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible.
• Do not modify your vehicle in any way th at you would raise the center of gravity.
• Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof.
Never carry more than 165 lbs (75 kg) of cargo on the roof rack (Honda accessory).
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something un der the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
■Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not select a shift button while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
NOTICE
If you repeatedly turn the steering wheel at an
extremely low speed, or hold the steering wheel in
the full left or right position for a while, the electric
power steering (EPS) system heats up. The system
goes into a protective mode, and limits its
performance. The steering wheel becomes harder
and harder to operate. Once the system cools down,
the EPS system is restor ed. Repeated operation under
these conditions can eventually damage the system.
If the power mode is set to ACCESSORY while
driving, the engine will shut down and all steering
and brake power assist functi ons will stop, making it
difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not press the
( N button, as you will lose engine
braking (and accelera tion) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.

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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Driving
Shifting
Change the shift positi on in accordance with your driving needs.
■Shift button positions
1Shifting
To prevent malfunction an d unintended engagement:
•Do not spill any liquids on or around shift buttons.•Do not place or drop any objects on or around shift
buttons.
•Do not let passengers or ch ildren operate the shift
buttons.
The beeper sounds and the message appears on the
multi-information display when you depress the
accelerator pedal with the transmission in
( N.
2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 92
Put the transmission into
( D or (R with the brake
pedal depressed.
When shifting positions in extremely low
temperatures (-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short
delay before the shift posit ion is indicated in the
display. Always confirm y ou are in the correct shift
position before driving.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll away if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in seriou s injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the shift posi tion Indicator.
Park
Used when parking or starting the engine
Transmission is locked
Reverse
Used when reversing
Neutral
Transmission is not locked
Drive/S Position
Each time you press the button, the mode
switches between Drive and S position mode.
Used for:
●Normal driving (gears change between 1st
and 9th automatically)
●Temporarily driving in the sequential mode
●Automatically changi ng gears between 1st
and 8th (8th gear is used only at high speed)
●Driving in the sequential mode
D/S
Drive
S Position