2007 HONDA RIDGELINE heater

Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
Turn the fan on.
Press the A/C button.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it of f .Set the f an to the desired speed or
high f or f aster def rosting.
Select . When you select
, the system automatically
switches to f resh air mode and
turns on the A/C. The A/C
indicator will not be displayed if it
was off to start with.
Adjust the temperature so the
airflow feels warm.
To increase airf low to the
windshield, close the side vents. Your vehicle has heating wires at the
bottom of the windshield to help
heat the wiper blades and the
windshield. If the outside
temperature is near f reezing, the
heater turns on automatically when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position. The heater turns
of f automatically when the outside
temperature is above f reezing.
This f unction helps to increase wiper
perf ormance when the wiper arms
sit in the parked position in snowy or
icy conditions.
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Dehumidif y the Interior
T o Def og and Def rost A utomatic Heated Wiper Zone
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Features
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Select
. The system
au tomatically switches to fresh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator does not come on if
it was off to start with.
Select .
Set the fan and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows faster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel next to
(passenger’s side) or below it
(driver’s side). This will send more
warm air to the windshield defroster
vents. Once the windshield is clear,
select fresh air mode to avoid
fogging the windows. The
system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior
temperature to your preference.
When you set the temperature to its
lower limit ( ) or its upper limit
( ), the system runs at full
cooling or heating only. It does not
regulate the interior temperature.
In cold weather, the fan will not
come on automatically until the
heater starts to develop warm air.
When
the indicator in the DUAL button is
on, the driver’s side and passenger’s
side temperature can be controlled
independently (see page ).
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving. Set the desired temperature by
turning the temperature control
dial. You will see AUTO in the
system’s display. Press the AUTO button.
The automatic climate control
system adjusts the f an speed and
airflow levels to maintain the interior
temperature you select.
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130Dual Temperature Control
On RTS, RTL, and Canadian EXL
models
Vents, Heating, and A/C
T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows Using A utomatic Climate Control
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Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
on page .
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ).
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
on page . Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it.
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
Turn of f all electrical accessories:
heater, A/C, climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in Park, and set the
parking brake. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
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291 296 Starting the
Engine
Emergency
Towing Jump Starting
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
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A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

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If equipped
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10 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A Horn, Stop
Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
Option 1
Not Used
Cooling Fan
Condenser Fan
Heater Motor
Seat
Battery
BIGIMain
Power Window
Spare Fuses
20 A
20 A
40 A
15 A
40 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
120 A 50 A
50 A
(7.5 A) 20 A
40 A
20 A
15 A
(20 A) (20 A)
(7.5 A) (20 A) 7.5 A
(20 A)
Back Light
VSA FSR
VSA MTR
VTM-4
Front Accessory Sockets
Electric Brake Small Lights
Stop/Turn Lights
Charge
TPMS
Moonroof
Left Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
Left Headlight High Beam
Small Lights
Right Headlight High Beam
Right Headlight Low Beam
Back Up
FI ECU (PCM)
DBW
Not Used
Heated Seat
MG Clutch
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No.
No. No.
No.
Amps. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Amps. Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
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Fuse Locations
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PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .300
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Gas Mileage, Improving .183
Gasoline
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .65
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Gauge .71
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Octane Requirement .178
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Tank, Filling the .179
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Gas Station Procedures .179
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .72
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Fuel .71
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Speedometer .70
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Tachometer .70
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .213
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) .213
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Gearshif t Lever Positions .198
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Glove Box .115
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) .213
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Floor Mats .261
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission .251
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Brake .253
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Power Steering .254
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Rear Differential .252
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Transf er Assembly .253
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Windshield Washer .250
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .140
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Folding the Rear Seats .103
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Four-way Flashers .79
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Front Seat .98
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Adjusting . 98, 100
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Airbags .23
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Heaters .104
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Fuel .178
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Fill Door and Cap .179
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Gauge .71
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Octane Requirement .178
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Oxygenated .178
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Reserve Indicator .65
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Tank, Filling the .179
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Fuses, Checking the .291
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 255..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 79
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Headlights . 75, 76
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Aiming .255
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Automatic Lighting Off . 77
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Control Dial .76
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Daytime Running Lights . 78
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High Beam Indicator . 65
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High Beams, Turning on . 75, 76
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Low Beams, Turning on . 76
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Reminder Chime .77
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 255
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Turning On .76
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Head Restraints .102
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Heated Mirrors .111
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Heaters, Seats .104
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Heating and Cooling .123
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High-Low Beam Switch . 75
HomeLink Universal ................................
Transceiver .171
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Hood, Opening the .181
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Horn .74
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .16
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Protecting Adults and Teens .11
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Additional Safety Precautions .17
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
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Protecting Children .32
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General Guidelines .32
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Protecting Inf ants .37
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Protecting Larger Children .49
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Protecting Small Children .38
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers .46
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Using LATCH .41
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Radiator Overheating .286
Radio/CD Sound
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System . 133, 142, 148
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Rear Dif f erential Fluid .252
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .257
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Rear View Mirror .110
Rear View Mirror with
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Compass .168
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Rear (Back) Window .106
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Reclining the Seat-Backs . 98, 100
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Remote Audio Controls .161 .......................
Remote Transmitter .89
Replacement Inf ormation
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Engine Oil and Filter .247
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Fuses .291
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Light Bulbs .255
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Minder .242
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Timing Belt .254
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Tires .275
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Wiper Blades .262
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .20
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant .182
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Reverse Gear Position .198
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Rotation, Tire .267
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Safety Belts . 8, 19
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Safety Defects, Reporting .314
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Door Locks .11
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Head Restraints .13
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Seat Belts . 8, 18
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Seats and Seat-Backs . 11, 12
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 54..............................
Saf ety Messages .iii
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Satellite Radio, XM .142
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Seat Belts . 8, 18
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Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .19
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Cleaning .261
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .19
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Maintenance .20
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper . 18, 61
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System Components . 18
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Use During Pregnancy . 16
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14
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Seats .98
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Adjusting the Seat . 98, 100
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Folding the Rear Seats . 103
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Head Restraints .102
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Heater .104
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Security System .164
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Serial Number .300
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Service Intervals .242
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Service Manual, Purchasing . 315
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Service Station Procedures . 179
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