Cruise c control HONDA RIDGELINE 2007 1.G Owners Manual

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use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.
If
equipped.
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Your
Vehicle at a Glance
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STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT VTM-4
LOCK
SEAT HEATERS
CRUISE
CONTROLS
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. INTERIOR
LIGHT
CONTROL SWITCH
HORN
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.76)
(P.161) (P.78)
(P.104)
(P.118)
(P.165)
(P.79) RESET
BUTTON
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.29)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.79) SELECT BUTTON
(P.70)
(P.70)
VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES
MOONROOF
SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS SHIFT
LEVER
(P.108)
MULTI-CONTROL LEVER
(WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS)
(P.75)
BED LIGHT SWITCH
(P.120)
HEADLIGHT CONTROL
DIAL
CRUISE BUTTON
(P.165) (P.197)
(P.203)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
(P.211)
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Instrument Panel
Instru me ntsand Cont ro ls
U.S. models
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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
WASHER LEVEL
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
TPMS INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR SIDE
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
BACK WINDOW OPEN
INDICATOR LOW
TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR MAINTENANCE
MINDER
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
VEHICLE
STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
IN-BED
TRUNK OPEN
INDICATOR (P.67)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.68)
(P.69)
(P.62)
(P.63) (P.62)
(P.62)
(P.69) (P.67)
(P.68) (P.67)
(P.62) (P.63)
(P.65)
(P.62)
(P.61)
(P.65)
(P.65)
(P.63)
(P.69) (P.64)
(P.65)
DOOR AND TAILGATE
OPEN MONITOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
(P.68)

Instrument Panel
Canadian models
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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
WASHER LEVEL
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
VSA
ACTIVATION INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
TPMS INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR SIDE
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
BACK WINDOW OPEN
INDICATOR LOW
TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR MAINTENANCE
MINDER
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
VEHICLE
STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
DAY
TIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
IN-BED
TRUNK OPEN
INDICATOR (P.67)
(P.66)
(P.66)
(P.65) (P.66)
(P.68) (P.69)
(P.62)
(P.63) (P.62)
(P.62)
(P.69) (P.64)
(P.69)
(P.67)
(P.68) (P.67)
(P.62) (P.63)
(P.65)
(P.62)
(P.61)
(P.65)
(P.65)
(P.63)
(P.65)
DOOR AND TAILGATE
OPEN MONITOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
(P.68)

This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position with the headlight
switch off and the parking brake set.
It should go off when you turn on the
headlights or release the parking
brake. If it comes on at any other
time, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.There mayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights. This
indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
info rmation, see page .
This indicator is located in the fuel
gauge. It comes on as a reminder
that you must refuel soon.
On
Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
wh en the daytime running lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
This indicator comes on when the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer
fluid when you see this indicator
(see page ).
When the indicator comes on, there
is about 3.30 U.S. gal (12.5
)offuel
remaining in the tank before the
needle reaches E. There is a small
reserve of fuel remaining in the tank
when the needle does reach E.
This
indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control. 78
165 25076
Canadian models only
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator L ow Fuel Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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LOW FUEL INDICATOR
The main switch can be left on, even
when the system is not in use. NOTE:

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use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
If equipped.
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Controls
Near the Steering Wheel
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SHIFT LEVER
CRUISE BUTTON
CRUISE
CONTROLS
HORN
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT VTM-4
LOCK
Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
BED
LIGHT SWITCH
MULTI-CONTROL
LEVER
(WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS)
MOONROOF
SWITCH
INTERIOR LIGHT
CONTROL SWITCH
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
HEADLIGHT CONTROL
DIAL RESET
BUTTON
SELECT
BUTTON
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.108)
(P.75) (P.120)
(P.76)
(P.165) (P.161)(P.79) (P.165)
(P.118)
(P.78)
(P.70)
(P.70) PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.29)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.79)
SEAT HEATERS
(P.104) (P.203)
(P.211) VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.197)
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The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you have an optional
audio system, ref er to the operating
instructions that came with it.) The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to
discourage vandalism and thef t of
your vehicle..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 122
Using the Heater ....................... 126
Using Automatic Climate ...................................
Control .128
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Rear Ventilation .129
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Dual Temperature Control . 130
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Climate Control Sensors . 132
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 133
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AM/FM Radio Reception . 140
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Playing the XM
Satellite Radio . 142
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Playing a CD, CD Changer . 148
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Protecting Your CDs .159
CD Player/Changer Error ...................................
Messages .160
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Remote Audio Controls . 161
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Playing an Optional Audio Unit . 161
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Radio Thef t Protection . 162
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Setting the Clock .163
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Security System .164
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Cruise Control .165
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Compass .168
HomeLink Universal ................................
Transceiver .171
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)-Required .............
Federal Explanation . 175
On all models except RT, RTX, and
Canadian LX
Features
Features
121
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Using the A/C .126

Cruise control allows you to maintain
asetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)
without keeping your f oot on the
accelerator pedal. It should be used
f or cruising on straight, open
highways. It is not recommended f or
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.Press and release the SET/
DECELbuttononthesteering
wheel. The indicator on the
instrument panel comes on to
show the system is now activated.
Push the CRUISE button. The
indicator in the button will come
on.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speedabove25mph(40km/h).
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Using the Cruise Control
Cruise Control
Features
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CRUISE
BUTTONRES/ACCEL BUTTON
CANCEL
BUTTON
SET/DECEL
BUTTONImproper use of the cruise
control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only
when traveling on open
highways in good weather. The main switch can be left on, even
when the system is not in use. NOTE:

You can decrease the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:If you need to decrease your
speed quickly, use the brakes as you
normally would.
Press and hold the SET/DECEL
button. Release the button when
you reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small
amounts, tap the SET/DECEL
button. Each time you do this,
your vehicle will slow down about
1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Tap the brake pedal lightly with
your f oot. The CRUISE
CONTROL indicator on the
instrument panel will go out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
DECEL button.
You can increase the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the RES/ACCEL
button. When you reach the
desired cruising speed, release the
button.
To increase your speed in very
small amounts, tap the RES/
ACCEL button. Each time you do
this, the vehicle will speed up
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Cruise control may not hold the set
speed when you are going up and
down hills. If your speed increases
going down a hill, use the brakes to
slow down. This will cancel cruise
control. To resume the set speed,
press the RES/ACCEL button. The
indicator on the instrument panel will
come back on.
When climbing a steep hill, the
automatic transmission may
downshif t to hold the set speed.
Push on the accelerator pedal.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed, then press the SET/
DECEL button.
Changing the Set Speed
Cruise Control
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NOTE:

When you push the CANCEL button
or tap on the brake pedal, the system
will remember the previously set
cruising speed. To return to that
speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
(40 km/h) and then press and
release the RES/ACCEL button. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes
on. The vehicle will accelerate to the
same cruising speed as bef ore.
Pressing the CRUISE button turns
the system off and erases the
previous cruising speed.
You can cancel cruise control in any
of these ways:
Tap the brake pedal.
Push the CANCEL button on the
steering wheel.
Push the CRUISE button on the
dashboard.
Resting your f oot on the brake pedal
causes cruise control to cancel. Even with cruise control turned on,
you can still use the accelerator
pedal to speed up f or passing. Af ter
completing the pass, take your foot
of f the accelerator pedal. The vehicle
will return to the set cruising speed. Resuming the Set Speed
Canceling Cruise Control
Cruise Control
Features
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For example, an underinflated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more fuel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicl e’s underside or on the
truck bed adds weight and rolling
resistan ce. Frequent cleaning
helps your fuel mileage and
reduces the chance of corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear
possible. Try
to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehic le uses extra
fuel. Use cruise control when
appropriate.
Combine several short trips into
one.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible.
Always
maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
messages displayed on the
inf ormation display. See on page
.
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Improving Fuel Economy
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
Fuel Economy
Bef ore Driving
183