2018 HONDA RIDGELINE warning

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you unlock an d open the driver’s door
while the engine is running by the smart entry remote.
2Remote Engine Start* P. 434
Models with remote engine start
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the vehicle is driving out of a detected
lane. Rapid vibrations on the steering wheel.●Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.●The color of either line changes from white to amber as
the vehicle gets closer to th at side of the lane line.
2Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)* P. 468
●Rapid vibrations on the stee ring wheel when the vehicle
is drifting out of a detected lane.
●Rapid vibrations on the steering wheel with steering
assist when the vehicle is drifting out of a detected lane.
●Keep the vehicle within the lane you are driving.●The color of either line chan ges from white to amber as
the vehicle gets closer to th at side of the lane line.
2Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System* P. 450
●Blinks when you fail to steer the vehicle. The beeper
sounds simultaneously.●Operate the steering wheel to resume the LKAS.
Models with LKAS
When you selected Warning Only
When you selected Normal or Wide
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS
button is pressed, but there is a problem with a system
related to the LKAS. The LKAS cancels automatically.
The beeper sounds simultaneously if selected by
customization.●If any other system indicators come on, such as the
VSA ®, ABS and brake system, take appropriate action.
2Indicators P. 74
●Appears when the LKAS is in operation, or the LKAS
button is pressed, but there the temperature inside the
LKAS camera is too high. The LKAS cancels
automatically. The beeper sounds simultaneously if
selected by customization.●Use the climate control system*/heating and cooling
system* to cool down the camera.●Goes off - The camera has been cooled down. Pressing
the LKAS button can resume the system.
2 Front Sensor Camera* P. 448
●Appears when the area arou nd the camera is blocked
by dirt, mud, etc. Stop your vehicle in a safe place, and
clean the camera area of the windshield with a soft
cloth.
●May appear when driving in bad weather (rain, snow,
fog, etc.)
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer if the indicator
and message come back on after you cleaned the area
around the camera.
Models with LKAS
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display
The multi-information display shows the od ometer, trip meter, outside temperature
indicator*, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings
and other helpful information.
Press the (information) or RESET button.
■Switching the Display
Blank Distance/
Average Fuel Economy/
Range/Instant Fuel
Economy
Trip A
Tire Pressure for Each TireEngine Oil Life
Turn-by-Turn
Directions*
RESET
Button Compass
*
Button
Distance/
Average Fuel Economy/
Range/Instant Fuel Economy
Trip B
Press the
Press and hold the
RESET
Changed two
seconds later
* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
To temporarily deactivate the function:
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
2. Open the driver’s door.
3. Using the master door lock switch, operate
the lock as follows:
Lock Unlock Lock Unlock.
u The beeper sounds and the function is
deactivated.
To restore the function:
• Set the power mode to ON.
• Lock the vehicle without using the auto lock
function
• Open or close the door.1Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto lock)*
The auto lock function does not operate when any of
the following conditions are met.
•The smart entry remote is inside the vehicle.
•A door or the hood is not closed.
•The power mode is set to any mode other than
OFF.
•The smart entry remote is not located within a
radius of about 8 feet (2 .5 m) from the vehicle
when you get out of the vehicle and close the
doors.
Auto lock function operation stop beeper
After the auto lock function has been activated, the
auto lock operation stop beeper sounds for
approximately two seconds in the following cases.
•The smart entry remote is put inside the vehicle
through a window.
•You are located too close to the vehicle.
•The smart entry remote is put inside the trunk.
If the warning beeper sounds, check that you are
carrying the smart entry remote. Then, open/close a
door and confirm the auto lock activation beeper
sounds once.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Tailgate
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or
closing it.
■Opening the tailgate
• Support the tailgate with your hand s until it has completely opened.
• Be careful when it is windy. The wind may cause the tailgate to close when it is in
the swing open position.
■Closing the tailgate
Unless absolutely necessary, clos e the tailgate before driving.
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to put your hands between the tailgate
and the cargo area when closing the tailgate.
When you are storing or pi cking up luggage from the
cargo area while the engine is idling, do not stand in
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
3WARNING
Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate
that is being opened or closed can be
seriously injured.
Make sure that all people are clear of the
tailgate before opening or closing it.
3WARNING
Allowing passengers to ride in the pickup
bed or on the tailgate can result in death or
serious injury in a crash.
Make sure all passengers ride in a seat and
wear a seat belt properly.

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Trunk
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk
■Opening the trunk
Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight.
■Closing the trunk
Keep the trunk lid clos ed while driving to:
u Avoid possible damage.
Using the key
If the smart entry remote battery or the ve hicle battery is dead, use the key instead
of the smart entry remote. 1.Swing open the tailgate.
2. Fully insert the key and turn it.
3. Open the trunk.
1Opening and Closing the Trunk
3WARNING
Swinging the tailgate open or closed while
anyone is in its path can cause serious
injury.
Make sure all passengers are clear of the
tailgate’s path before opening or closing it.

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Windows
Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON,
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and
close all the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than
the driver’s seat.
When the power window lock button is pu shed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on if a
child is in the vehicle.
■Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly, and
hold it until the desired position is reached.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
■Automatic operatio n (front windows)
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.
■Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
1 Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE
OFF (LOCK).
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction.
The driver’s window auto re verse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to en sure that it fully closes.
3WARNING
Closing a power window on someone’s
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window
Lock Button
Front Passenger’s
Window Switch
Driver’s Window
Switch
Indicator