2009 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual - Page 273

Main Menu Table Of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle. 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that the hood is fully closed. 3. Check that the tailgate is fully closed when it is not used as an extended pickup bed. 4. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure. 5. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely. 6. Check the seat adjustment (see pages 119 and 121 ). 7. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page 133 ). 8. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 99 ). 9. Make sure the doors and In-Bed Trunk are securely closed and locked. 10.Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 16 ). 11.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on the information display or multi-information display (depending on models) (see pages 61 , 76 , 77 , and 90 ). Driving 269 2009 Ridgeline