2020 HONDA RIDGELINE immobilizer

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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P73)
System Indicators
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake System
(
ABS ) Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM
(VSA® ) System Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) System Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
IndicatorParking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges (P106)/Multi-Information Display (P107)/System Indicators (P74)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Smart Entry System
Indicator Ambient Meter
Shift Position Indicator/
Transmission System
Indicator Fuel Gauge
TachometerTemperature
GaugeSpeedometer
Multi-Information
Display
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
All-wheel drive system
(AWD ) Indicator*
Blind spot information
System Indicator*
System Indicators
Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM) Indicator
Road Departure Mitigation
(RDM) Indicator
Security System Alarm
Indicator
U.S.
Canada U.S.
Canada
Fog Light Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
Auto High-Beam
Indicator
*
Lane Keeping Assist
System (
LKAS) Indicator
(Green/Amber)
Adaptive Cruise
Control ( ACC)
Indicator (Green/
Amber)
Intelligent Traction
Management Indicator
Bed Lights On Indicator
Auto Idle Stop System
Indicator (Amber)/
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator (Green)
M (Sequential mode)
Indicator/Sequential Mode
Gear Selection Indicator

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Lights On
Indicator●Comes on when the parking, tail,
and other external lights are on.2Light Switches P. 145—
Auto High-Beam
Indicator*
●Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.
●Comes on when all the operating
conditions of the auto high-beam
are met.
2Auto High-Beam (High Beam Support
System)* P. 150—
Fog Light Indicator
●Comes on when the fog lights
are on.
2Fog Lights P. 148—
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you set
the power mode to ON, then
goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer
system cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Set the
power mode to VEHICLE OFF, then select the
ON mode again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
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* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 112
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key .................................................. 113
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength... 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 123
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 125
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 126
Tailgate .............................................. 127
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 129
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 132
Security System Alarm ...................... 132
Opening and Closing the Windows .... 135
Moonroof*............................................... 139Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 141
Turn Signals ..................................... 144
Light Switches.................................. 145
Fog Lights ........................................ 148
Daytime Running Lights ................... 149
Auto High-Beam (H igh Beam Support
System)
*........................................ 150
Wipers and Washers ........................ 153
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 155 Heated Windshield Button ............... 155
Brightness Control ........................... 156
Driving Position Memory System
*.... 157
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 159
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 160
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 161
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 162
Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 171
Interior Storage Items ...................... 173
Other Interior Convenience Items..... 178
In-Bed Convenience Items................ 183
Climate Control System ................... 187
Canadian models
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key
This vehicle comes with the following key:Use the key to start and stop the engine, and
to lock or unlock all the doors or open the
trunk.u The tailgate lock/unlock function is set to
disable as the factory default setting. The
tailgate lock/unlock f unction can be used
by using the audio/information screen.
2 Customized Features P. 295
1Key
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 132
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the remote
engine start. 2 Remote Engine Start P. 381
Smart Entry Remote

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehi cle’s immobilizer system near the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device such as televisions and
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry with push button start system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and some exterior lights flash.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the smart entry remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accident al movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security system alarm continues for a maximum
of two minutes until the security system alarm
deactivates.

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
■Stopping the Engine1Starting the Engine
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 132

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 544
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 141
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 518●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 556
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 379
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 132
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 106
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 561
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 562
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 546

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Index
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ........... 320
Honda App License Agreement .............. 280
Honda Sensing ®........................................ 22
HondaLink ®............................................ 256
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 570
Engine and Transmission ......................... 570
Vehicle Identification............................... 570
Illumination Control ................................ 156
Button .................................................... 156
Immobilizer System .................................. 132
Indicator ................................................... 82
In-Bed Box ................................................ 183
Indicators .................................................... 74
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).................. 87
All-wheel drive (AWD)............................... 84
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 78
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 82
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 85
Auto Idle Stop System ............................... 85
Bed Lights On ........................................... 91
Blind spot information System........... 88, 413
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 74
Charging System............................... 75, 551
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) .......................................... 89, 90
ECON Mode ............................................. 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
System ............................................ 81, 553 Fog Lights .................................................. 82
High Beam ................................................ 81
Immobilizer System .................................... 82
Intelligent Traction Management ............... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System
(LKAS) ....................................... 87, 88, 447
Lights On ................................................... 82
Low Fuel .................................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 75, 551
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 81, 554
M (sequential mode)/Se quential Mode Gear
Selection.................................................. 76
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 75, 552
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Red)................................................ 74, 553
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 86
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 36, 77
Security System Alarm ............................... 83
Shift Position ............................................. 76
Smart Entry System .................................... 84
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 52, 78
System Message ........................................ 83
Transmission System .................... 76, 77, 555
Turn Signal and Haza rd Warning ............... 81
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) OFF ......... 405
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System............................................. 79, 404
Information ............................................... 567
Information Button .................................. 107
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 110 Instrument Panel
........................................ 73
Brightness Control................................... 156
Intelligent Traction Management System ..................................................... 397
Indicator.................................................... 91
Intelligent Variable Torque Management (i-VTM4
TM) AWD System ......................... 407
Interior Lights ........................................... 171
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 160
iPhone ....................................................... 279
iPod ................................................... 242, 279
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 537
Jump Starting ........................................... 546
K
Key............................................................ 113
Lockout Prevention.................................. 122
Number Tag ............................................ 114
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 125
Remote Transmitter ................................. 121
Key Number Tag ....................................... 114
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 122
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 387