start stop button HONDA RIDGELINE 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 577
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 142
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 554●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 589
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 432
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 133
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 103
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 593
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 594
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 579

577
uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes,
and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows.
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the smart entry remote should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to
(P after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for th e engine to be switched
off.
Canadian models

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Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 492
Indicator ............................................. 88, 89
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 567, 601
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 109
Conversation Mirror ................................ 179
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 439
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 506
Cruise Control .......................................... 445
Indicator ................................................... 82
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customer Service Information ................ 610
Customized Features ............................... 317
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Dead Battery ............................................ 579
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 347
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror ................ 156
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 189, 198
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 603
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 146
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 529
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 145
Display Button .......................................... 225
Door Mirrors ............................................. 162
Doors ......................................................... 111
Auto Door Locking .................................. 124
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 124
Door Open Message ............................ 34, 91
Keys ........................................................ 111
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ................................ 14, 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................... 114
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 120
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 548
Driving ....................................................... 409
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 455
Automatic Transmission ........................... 439
Braking .................................................... 488
Cruise Control ......................................... 445
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 430
Starting the Engine .................................. 432
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle ..................................................... 438
Driving Position Memory System ............. 158
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 556
E
ECON Button............................................. 442
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 87 Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 80, 587
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 476
Emergency ................................................ 594
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 132
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 605
Engine ....................................................... 602
Coolant ................................................... 533
Jump Starting .......................................... 579
Oil ........................................................... 528
Remote Engine Start................................ 434
Starting ................................................... 432
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 527
Engine Coolant ......................................... 533
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 534
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 533
Overheating ............................................ 583
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 528
Adding .................................................... 530
Checking................................................. 529
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 521
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 75, 585
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 528
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 142
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 80, 587
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 70
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 559
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 162

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Index
Shift Lever................................... 20, 440, 441
Does Not Move........................................ 582
Operation .................................. 20, 440, 441
Releasing ................................................. 582
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Shifting (Transmission) ....................... 20, 440
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 39
Side Airbags ................................................ 49
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 51
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 285
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 253
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 83
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ...................................................... 114
Snow Tires ................................................. 553
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 267
Spare Tire .......................................... 567, 601
Spark Plugs ................................................ 600
Specifications ............................................ 600
Specified Fuel .................................... 512, 600
Speedometer ............................................. 103
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 45
Starting the Engine .................................. 432
Does Not Start ......................................... 576
Jump Starting .......................................... 579
Remote Engine Start ................................ 434
Steering Wheel ......................................... 160
Adjusting ................................................. 160
Heater ..................................................... 180
Stopping .................................................... 501
Summer Tires ............................................ 553 Sunglasses Holder
..................................... 179
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 45
Indicator.................................................... 77
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 142
SYNC Mode ............................................... 191
System Message Indicator .......................... 82
T
Tachometer............................................... 103
Tailgate ..................................................... 128
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 103
Outside Temperature Display ................... 106
Temperature Gauge ................................. 103
Temperature Sensor ......................... 106, 194
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 186
Time (Setting) ........................................... 110
Tire Fill Assist .................................... 480, 588
Tires ........................................................... 545
Air Pressure ..................................... 546, 601
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 545
Inspection ............................................... 545
Labeling .................................................. 546
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 567
Regulations ............................................. 548
Rotation .................................................. 552
Spare Tire ........................................ 567, 601
Summer .................................................. 553
Tire Chains .............................................. 553 Wear Indicators....................................... 550
Winter .................................................... 553
Tools ......................................................... 566
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 418
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 422
Load Limits ............................................. 418
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 429
Emergency .............................................. 594
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist ......................... 480
Indicator ........................................... 80, 588
Tire Fill Assist .......................................... 588
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 427
Transmission ............................... 20, 439, 440
Automatic....................................... 439, 440
Fluid ....................................................... 535
Number .................................................. 602
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 76
Transmission Indicator............................... 76
Trip Meter ................................................ 106
Troubleshooting ...................................... 565
Blown Fuse ............................. 589, 591, 592
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 26
Emergency Towing ................................. 594
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 576
Noise When Braking ................................. 26
Overheating ............................................ 583
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 567
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 26, 123
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 582
Warning Indicators.................................... 74