2013 HONDA RIDGELINE airbag off

Your airbag systems are virtually
maintenance f ree, and there are no
parts you can saf ely service.
However, you must have your
vehicle serviced if:Any airbag
that has deployed must be
replaced along with the control
unit and other related parts. Any
seat belt tensioner that activates
must also be replaced.
Be aware that objects placed on the
f ront seat can cause the indicator to
come on.
If no weight is detected on the f ront
seat, the airbag will be automatically
shut of f . However, the indicator will
not come on.
The passenger airbag of f indicator
maycomeonandoff repeatedlyif
the total weight on the seat is near
the airbag cutof f threshold.
If an adult or teenage passenger is
riding in f ront, move the seat as f ar
to the rear as possible, and have the
passenger sit upright and wear the
seat belt properly. If the indicator comes on with no
f ront seat passenger and no objects
on the seat, or with an adult riding
there, something may be interf ering
with the weight sensors. Look f or
and remove:
Any items under the f ront
passenger’s seat.
Any object(s) touching the rear of
the seat-back.
If no obstructions are f ound, have
your vehicle checked by a dealer as
soon as possible. Any object(s) hanging on the seat
or in the seat-back pocket.
We recommend against the use
of salvaged airbag system
components, including the
airbag, tensioners, sensors,
and control unit.
Do not try to remove or replace
anyairbagbyyourself.Thismust
be done by an authorized dealer or
a knowledgeable body shop.
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
Airbag Service
An airbag ever inf lates.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety

Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
If water or
another liquid soaks into a seat-
back, it can prevent the side
airbag cutoff system from
working properly. This could make the
driver’s seat position sensor or the
f ront passenger’s weight sensors
inef f ective. If it is necessary to
remove or modif y a f ront seat to
accommodate a person with
disabilities, f irst contact Honda
Automobile Customer Service at
(800) 999-1009 in the US, or
Honda Customer Relations at
Even if your
airbags do not inflate, your dealer
should inspect the driver’s seat
position sensor, the f ront
passenger’s weight sensors, the
f ront seat belt tensioners, and all
seat belts and their anchors worn
during a crash to make sure they
are operating properly. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. If you ignore this
indication, your airbags may not
operate properly.
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
Additional Saf ety Precautions
Donotattempttodeactivateyour
airbags.
Do not t amper wit h airbagcomponent s or wiring f or anyreason.
Do not expose the f ront passenger’sseat-back to liquid. Do not remove or modif y a f ront
seat without consulting yourdealer.
If your vehicle has a moderat e t o severe impact .
T he SRS indicat or alert s you t o a
problem.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
1-888-9-HONDA-9 in Canada.

If it is necessary to put a f orward-
f acing child seat in the f ront, move
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, and be sure the child seat is
f irmly secured to the vehicle and the
child is properly strapped in the seat. Even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the
passenger’s front airbag off (see
page ), a back seat is the saf est
place f or a small child.Most child seats are LATCH-
compatible (Lower Anchors and
Tethers f or CHildren). Some have a
rigid-type connector, while others
have a f lexible-type connector. Both
are equally easy to use. Some
existing and previously owned child
seats can only be installed using the
seat belt. Whichever type you
choose, f ollow the child seat
manufacturer’s use and care
instructions as well as the
instructions in this manual. Proper
installation is key to maximizing your
child’s saf ety.In seating positions and vehicles not
equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
compatible child seat can be installed
using the seat belt and a top tether
f or added security. This is because
all child seats are required to be
designed so that they can be secured
with a lap belt or the lap part of a
lap/shoulder belt.
In addition, the child seat
manufacturer may advise that a seat
belt be used to attach a LATCH-
compatible seat once a child reaches
a specif ied weight. Please read the
child seat owner’s manual f or proper
installation instructions.
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Protecting Inf ants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat
Selecting a Child Seat
41
Placing a forward-facing child
seat in the front seat can result
in serious injury or death if the
front airbag inflates.
Ifyoumustplaceaforward-
facing child seat in front, move
the vehicle seat as far back as
possible, and properly restrain
the child.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety

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On models without navigation system. On models with navigation system.
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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2:
3:
On RTS, RTL, and Touring models.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
61
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
(P.72)
(P.70)
(P.75)
(P.65)
(P.63) (P.63)
(P.63)
(P.69)(P.75) (P.82)
/
INFORMATION
DISPLAY MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
(P.77)
(P.67) (P.62)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P.74)
(P.67)(P.66)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.68)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
(P.73)
(P.68)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR
(P.67) SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.71)
(P.69)
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.74) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR BACK WINDOW OPEN
INDICATOR VTM-4 INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR/
TPMS INDICATOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.75)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.70)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR(P.66)
MESSAGE INDICATOR
(P.64)
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
(P.67)
(P.67)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.71) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
(P.64)
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You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-information display (see
page).
You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER
SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the
multi-information display (see
page).
This indicator comes on f or several
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For more inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on f or several
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates a potential problem with
your f ront airbags. This indicator will
also alert you to a potential problem
with your airbag system components.
For more inf ormation, see page .
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On models with navigation system
On models with navigation system
Side Airbag Of f
Indicator
Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Inst rument s and Cont rols

If equipped
Make sure all items in the cargo area
are secured. Loose items can f ly
f orward and cause injury if you have
to brake hard (See
on page ).
You can also store small items under
the rear seats. Make sure to secure
the items so they will not shift while
you are driving.
To return the seat cushion to its
original position, pull the lever
outward, then push down the seat
cushion slowly.
Make sure the seat cushion is locked
securely and the seat legs are
positioned properly in the f loor guide. Both front seats are equipped with
seat heaters. Because of the
sensors for the side airbag cutoff
system, there is no heater in the
passenger’s seat-back. The
ignition switch must be in the ON
(II) position to use the heaters.
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Seat Heaters
Carrying Cargo
Seats, Seat Heaters
126
Passenger’s
Seat
Driver’s
Seat
LEGS
FLOOR GUIDE HEATERS
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Inst rument s and Cont rols

CONT INUED
.................................
Headlights .94, 95
........................................
Aiming .333
..............
Automatic Lighting Off . 96
.................................
Control Dial .95
............
Daytime Running Lights . 97
..................
High Beam Indicator . 67
.....
High Beams, Turning on . 94, 95
............
Low Beams, Turning on . 95
.........................
Reminder Chime .96
Replacing Halogen ..............................
Bulbs .333, 336
..................................
Turning On .95
............................
Head Restraints .122
.............................
Heated Mirrors .134
...............................
Heaters, Seats .126
.............
Heating and Cooling . 146, 152
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 94
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .213
.......................
Hood, Opening the .250
..............................................
Horn .4,93
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 384Ignition
............................................
Keys .100
.........................................
Switch .102
............
Timing Control System . 396
......................
Immobilizer System .101
.........
Important Safety Precautions . 6
...............................
In-Bed Trunk
. 116
..................
Emergency Opener . 117
............................
Open Indicator .75
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 61
...............
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 66
.......................
A/T Temperature .69
....................
Back Window Open . 75
.............................
Bed Lights On .74
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .65
........................
Charging System .63
.............................
Cruise Control .67
.................................
Cruise Main .67
...................................
Door Open .75
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .67
...................................
High Beam .67
....................
In-Bed Trunk Open .75
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 66
Lights On ...................................... 69......................................
Low Fuel .68
........................
Low Oil Pressure .63
......................
Low Tire Pressure .72
...............
Maintenance Minder . 71
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .......................................
(MIL) .63
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .64
.......................................
Seat Belt .62
..........................
Security System .68
...............................................
SRS .64
..............................
Tailgate Open .75
.......................
TPMS System .72, 73
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .66
......................................
VSA OFF .71
.................................
VSA System .70
..........................................
VTM-4 .70
..............................
Washer Level .67
..................
Individual Map Lights . 143
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .39
......................................
Inf ant Seats .39
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire . 346
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