2011 HONDA RIDGELINE phone

This operation clears the passcodes,
paired phones, all names in the HFL
phonebook, and all imported
phonebook data.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.Say ‘‘ .’’
Say‘‘ ’’aftertheprompts.
Follow the HFL prompts to
continue to complete the clearing
procedure. Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say the language you want to
change to in that language.
Follow the HFL prompts.
You can also clear the system when
you have f orgotten the passcode and
cannot access HFL. When HFL asks
you f or the passcode, say ‘‘
.’’ Paired phones, all names in
the HFL phonebook and all imported
phonebook data will be lost.
1. 2.3. 2.
1.Canadian models only
System setup
Clear Quick Language Selection
System
clear
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink
T o clear t he syst em:
T o quickly change the language:
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Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.Say ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts to
change the language to English or
French. The
name and logos are
registered trademarks owned by
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of
such marks by Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. is under license. Other
trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
If you have not named your paired
phone in the language you just
selected, HFL will ask you to name it
in the current language.
When French is your currently
selected language, you can give voice
commands in French.
1. 2.Bluetooth
Canadian models only
BluetoothHandsFreeL ink
Change Language
Change languageWireless Technology
To change the system languagebet ween English and French: Bluet oot h
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Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
If you install a truck cap, be sure it is
properly installed and does not
exceed your vehicle’s load limits (see
page ).When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
the proper operation of your
vehicle.
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Bef ore installing any accessory:
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A ccessories
Your vehicle should not be used to
carry a slide-in camper.
A ccessories and Modif icat ions
Bef ore Driving
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Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
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Honda dealership personnel are
trained prof essionals. They should
be able to answer all your questions.
If you encounter a problem that your
dealership does not solve to your
satisf action, please discuss it with
the dealership’s management. The
service manager or general manager
can help. Almost all problems are
solved in this way.
If you are dissatisf ied with the
decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact Honda
Customer Service.
U.S. Owners:Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
us this inf ormation:
Vehicle identif ication number (see
page )
Name and address of the dealer
who services your vehicle
Date of purchase
Odometer reading on your vehicle
Your name, address, and
telephone number
A detailed description of the
problem
Name of the dealer who sold the
vehicle to you
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
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American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009Honda Canada Inc.
Visit www.honda.ca for contact
information
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
Vortex Motor Corp.
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546
Customer Relations
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T he publications shown below can be purchased f rom Helm
Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only)
Go online at
If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc.
at 1-800-782-4356.Covers maintenance and recommended procedures f or
repair to engine and chassis components. It is written
f or the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough
f or most mechanically inclined owners to understand.
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth
troubleshooting inf ormation f or each electrical circuit
in your vehicle.
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual:
Electrical T roubleshooting Manual:
Body Repair Manual:
(U.S. only)
Authorized Manuals
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Publication
Form Number
61SJC05
61SJC05EL
61SJC30
31SJC650 31SJC840
31SJCR40
31SJCM50 HON-R Form Description
2009-2011 Honda Ridgeline Service Manual 2009-2011 Honda Ridgeline
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2006 Model Series Ridgeline Body Repair Manual
2011 Honda Ridgeline Owner’s Manual
2011 Honda Ridgeline Navigation Manual
2011 Honda Ridgeline Technology Reference Guide 2011 Ridgeline Honda Service History
Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate
Year and Model Desired
www. helminc. com
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