2006 HONDA RIDGELINE seat adjustment

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT (P.76)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
VTM-4 LOCK
SHIFT LEVER
SEAT HEATERS
CRUISE CONTROLS
CRUISE BUTTON
VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES
Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
MOONROOF SWITCH
BED LIGHT SWITCH
HEADLIGHT CONTROL
DIAL
INTERIOR LIGHT
CONTROL SWITCH
HORN
(P.105)
(P.72) (P.117)
(P.73)
(P.206)
(P.163) (P.75)
(P.193)
(P.198)
(P.159) (P.163)
(P.76) (P.115) (P.101)SELECT BUTTON
RESET BUTTON
MULTI-CONTROL LEVER
(WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS) (P.
67)
(P.67)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Instrument Panel .57
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Instrument Panel Indicators .59
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Gauges .67
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .71
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Multi-Control Lever .72
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Headlight Control Dial .73
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Instrument Panel Brightness .75
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Hazard Warning Button .76
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .76
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Keys .77
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Immobilizer System .78
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Ignition Switch .79
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Door Locks .80
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Remote Transmitter .86
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Dual-Action Tailgate .89
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In-Bed Trunk .92
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Seats .95
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Seat Heaters .101
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Power Windows .102
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Moonroof .105
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Parking Brake .106
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Mirrors .107 .........
Interior Convenience Items .109
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Center Console .110
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Console Compartments .110
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Cargo Hooks .111
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Beverage Holders .111
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Glove Box .112
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Coat Hooks .112
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Sunglasses Holder .112
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Accessory Power Sockets .113
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Sun Visor .114
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Vanity Mirror .114
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Interior Lights .115
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Bed Lights .117
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.76)
SHIFT LEVER
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST SYSTEM
OFF SWITCH
CRUISE BUTTON
CRUISE
CONTROLS
HORN
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT VTM-4LOCK
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. BED LIGHT SWITCH MULTI-CONTROL LEVER
(WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS/TURN SIGNALS/
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMS)
MOONROOF SWITCH
SEAT HEATERS
INTERIOR LIGHT
CONTROL SWITCH
(P.105)
(P.72) (P.117)
(P.206)
(P.163)
(P.159) (P.76)(P.163)
(P.115)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.75)
(P.193) (P.198)
(P.101)
HEADLIGHT CONTROL
DIAL
(P.73) RESET BUTTON
SELECT BUTTON (P.67)
(P.67)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
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See pages f or important saf ety
inf ormation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs. 11 13
Make all seat adjustments bef ore
you start driving.
All models except the RT and the
Canadian LX have a power
adjustable driver’s seat. The RT/LX
model has manual driver’s seat
adjustments (see the next column).
To adjust the seat f orward or
backward, pull up on the bar under
the seat cushion’s f ront edge. Move
the seat to the desired position, and
releasethebar.Trytomovetheseat
to make sure it is locked in position.To change the seat-back angle of the
f ront seat, pull up on the lever on the
outside of the seat bottom.
Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
rock it back and f orth to make sure it
is locked in position.
The f ront passenger’s seat in all
models adjusts manually.
Seats
Manual Seat Adjustments
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Make sure to pull the lever upward
or downward to its f ull range.
Make all seat adjustments bef ore
you start driving.
The height of your driver’s seat is
adjustable. To raise the seat,
repeatedly pull up the lever on the
outside of the seat cushion. To lower
the seat, push the lever down
repeatedly. Vary the lumbar support by moving
the lever on the right side of the
seat-back. Move the lever forward or
backward to adjust the lumbar
support through its f ull range.
On RTS model
On RT and Canadian LX models
Driver’s Seat Manual Height
Adjustment Driver’s Manual L umbar Support
Seats
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Moves the seat forward
and backward.
Moves the f ront of the
seat up or down and the
rear of the seat up or
down.
Raises or lowers the seat.Adjusts the seat-back
angle f orward or
backward.
Increases or decreases
the lumbar support.
(RTL and Canadian EXL
models)
The controls f or the power
adjustable driver’s seat are on the
outside edge of the seat bottom. You
can adjust the seat with the ignition
switch in any position. Make all seat
adjustments before you start driving.
Moving the long horizontal switch
adjusts the seat bottom in several
directions. The seat bottom adjusts
in the direction you move the switch.
The short vertical switch adjusts the
seat-back angle.
See pages f or important saf ety
inf ormation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs. 11 13
On all models except RT and
Canadian LX
Seats
Power Seat A djustments
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Check that the tailgate is f ully
closed when it is not used as an
extended pickup bed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely. Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors and In-Bed
Trunk are securely closed and
locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check the seat adjustment (see
pages and ).
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
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Maintenance .223
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .231 .................................
Record .233-234
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Minder .225-232
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Minder Indicator .64
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Saf ety .224
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .59,279
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Manual Seat Adjustments .95
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Meters, Gauges .67
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Mirrors, Adjusting .108
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Modif ying Your Vehicle .181
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Moonroof .105
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Neutral Gear Position .194
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New Vehicle Break-in .174
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .290 ..............
Panel Brightness Control .75
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Park Gear Position .194
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Parking .201
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Parking Brake .106
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Parking Lights .73
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Parking Over Things that Burn .299
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PGM-FI System .298
Pickup Bed .........................
Carrying Cargo .185
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Lights .117
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Power Seat Adjustments .97
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Power Socket Locations .113
Lights
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Bulb Replacement .245
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Indicator .63
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Interior .115
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Parking .73
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Turn Signal .73
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Load Limits .183,207
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .79
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column .79
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Fuel Fill Door .175
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Glove Box .112
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In-Bed Trunk .92
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Lockout Prevention .80
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Power Door .80
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Low Coolant Level .178
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Low Fuel Indicator .62
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .59,278
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .292
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) .182
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .174
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Odometer .67
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Of f -Highway Driving .218
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Of f -Road Precautions .219
Oil
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Change, How to .237......................
Change, When to .225
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Checking Engine .178
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Filter .237
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Pressure Indicator .59,278
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .236
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .79
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Outside Mirrors .108
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Overheating, Engine .276
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .231
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Oxygenated Fuels .174
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