2007 HONDA RIDGELINE trunk

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Number of
Occupants 2
3
4
5 Max.
Trailer Weight Max. Tongue Load
Towing Weight Guidelines
214
Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Guidelines:
5000 lbs (2268 kg)
4750 lbs (2155 kg)
4750 lbs (2155 kg)
4500 lbs (2041 kg) 600
lbs (272 kg)
600 lbs (272 kg)
570 lbs (258 kg)
516 lbs (234 kg)
Recommended tongue load should be 5 15% of the total trailer weight for boat trailers, and 10 15% of the total trailer weight for all other
trailers. The corresponding weight limits assume occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back, each occupant weighs 150 lbs (70 kg),
and each has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cab, pickup bed, or In-Bed Trunk. Any additional weight, including cargo or accessories, reduces
the maximum trailer weight and maximum tongue load. Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings (see page ). 213

Your vehicle has a class 3 trailer
hitch as standard equipment.
The cover, the ball mount, the hitch
pin, the hitch pin clip, and the jumper
harness are stored in the In-Bed
Trunk.
Also see page f or trailer-related
inf ormation. We recommend that you always use
the cover when you are not using the
ball mount to keep dirt, mud, and
snow f rom clogging the hitch.
To install the cover, slide it into the
opening at the end of the trailer
hitch. To remove the cover, pull it
out and store it in a saf e place.
Install the ball mount bef ore you tow
a trailer. Check f or and remove
f oreign material inside of the trailer
hitch bef ore installing the ball mount.
To install the ball mount, slide it into
the trailer hitch. Line up the holes in
the trailer hitch with the holes in the
ball mount, then insert the hitch pin
into the hole. Secure the hitch pin
with the hitch pin clip.
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On U.S. RTX model only
Towing a Trailer
Towing EquipmentInst alling t he Cover
Inst alling t he Ball Mount
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TRAILER HITCH
7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR
4-PIN TRAILER
CONNECTOR
TRAILER HITCHCOVER
HITCH PIN HITCH PIN
CLIP
BALL MOUNT
TRAILER HITCH

If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door,
In-Bed Trunk lid, and tailgate seals.
Also,applyavehiclebodywaxto
the painted surfaces that mate
with the door, In-Bed Trunk lid
and tailgate seals.
Vehicle Storage
272

Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Park
the vehicle on firm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
it.
If
you have a flat tire while driving,
stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.
If you tow a trailer frequently, we
recommend that you use a regular
tire as a spare. You can store the
regular size spare tire on the tire tray,
but store the tool kit at the side of
the In-Bed Trunk (see page ),
and secure it. 2.
1.
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Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
275
TOOL BOX SPARE TIRE
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.

Open the In-Bed Trunk.
Remove the two tire tray holding
bolts.Pull out the tire tray with the
handle, and hook the rear of the
tire tray to the guides on the back
edge of the In-Bed Trunk.Unfasten the strap to remove the
tool box, and unscrew the wing
bolt.
Takeoutthecompactsparetire.
If you are using a cargo net or a
cargo cover in the In-Bed Trunk,
remove it bef ore pulling out the tire
tray.
4. 3. 5. 6.
7.
Changing a Flat Tire
276
TIRE TRAY HOLDING BOLTS WING BOLT
TOOL BOX
TIRE
TRAY
STRAP

Store the wheel cap or center cap
in the In-Bed Trunk. Make sure it
does not get scratched or
damaged.
Refer to (see page ).
When storing the f lat tire, place
the tool box at the right side of the
In-Bed Trunk as shown. Store the jack and the tools in the
tool box.
25.
26. 27.
28.
205
Changing a T ire with
TPMS
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
281
TOOL BOX
Loose items can be thrown out
of the vehicle in a crash and
could seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.

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Keys .80
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Label, Certif ication .300
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Lane Change, Signaling . 76
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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Light Control Dial .76
Ignition
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Keys .80
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Switch .82
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Timing Control System . 308
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Immobilizer System .81
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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In-Bed Trunk .95
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Emergency Opener .96
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Open Indicator .69
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 59
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 63
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A/T Temperature .66
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Back Window Open . 69
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Bed Lights On .69
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .63
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Charging System .62
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Cruise Control .65
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Door Open .64
DRL (Daytime Running ..................................
Lights) .65
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High Beam .65
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In-Bed Trunk Open .69
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 63
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Lights On .66
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Low Fuel .65 ........................
Low Oil Pressure .62
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Low Tire Pressure .68
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Maintenance Minder . 67
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .......................................
(MIL) .62
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Side Airbag Of f .62
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Seat Belt .61
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SRS .62
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Tailgate Open .64
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Tire Pressure Monitor . 68
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TPMS System .68
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .64
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VSA Activation .67
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VSA System .67
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VTM-4 .66
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Washer Level .65
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Individual Map Lights . 119
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Inf ant Restraint .37
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Inf ant Seats .37
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 266
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Inf ormation Display .70
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Engine Oil Lif e Indicator . 235
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Mainte nance Items . 238, 242
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Inside Mirror .110
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Inspection, Tire .266 ........................
Instrument Panel . 3, 58
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 78
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Interior Lights .118
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Introduction .i
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Jacking Up the Vehicle . 277
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Jack, Tire .275
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Jump Starting .284
Index
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Maintenance .233
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .241 .................................
Record . 243-244
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Minder . 235-242
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Minder Indicator .67
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Saf ety .234
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 62, 289
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Manual Seat Adjustments . 98
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Meters, Gauges .70
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Mirrors, Adjusting .111
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 185
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Moonroof .108
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 178
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Odometer .70
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Of f -Highway Driving . 227
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Of f -Road Precautions . 228
Oil ........................
Change, How to .247 ......................
Change, When to .235
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Checking Engine .182
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Filter .247
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Pressure Indicator . 62, 288
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .246
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 82
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Outside Mirrors .111
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Overheating, Engine .286
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 241
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Oxygenated Fuels .178
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Panel Brightness Control . 78
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Park Gear Position .198
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Parking .206
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Parking Brake .109
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Parking Lights .76
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 309
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PGM-FI System .308
Pickup Bed .........................
Carrying Cargo .189
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Lights .120
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Power Seat Adjustments . 100
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Power Socket Locations . 116
Lights
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Bulb Replacement .255
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Indicator .66
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Interior .118
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Parking .76
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Turn Signal .76
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Load Limits .187, 212
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 82
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 82
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Fuel Fill Door .179
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Glove Box .115
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In-Bed Trunk .95
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Lockout Prevention . 83
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Power Door .83
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Low Coolant Level .182
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Low Fuel Indicator .65
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 288
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 302
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 186...................
Neutral Gear Position . 199
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New Vehicle Break-in . 178
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 300
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