2008 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual - Page 199

Main Menu Table Of Contents Carrying Cargo Tie Down Cleats Never let passengers ride on the pickup bed or in the In-Bed Trunk space. This could cause very serious injuries or death in a collision. No one should ride in any position on your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Exceeding load limits or improperly loading cargo on the vehicle can cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed. Load the cargo carefully before starting to drive. TIE DOWN CLEAT You can also support motorcycles on the pickup bed floor with the cleats. The floor panel of the pickup bed is designed to hold motorcycle tires. Be sure to tighten motorcycles securely, with an approved tie-down or motorcycle strap, according to the motorcycle maker's instructions. When carrying motorcycles or any other cargo, do not spill any oil or fluid on the pickup bed. A spilled liquid may damage the pickup bed. Before Driving Your vehicle has six tie down cleats on the pickup bed. They are used to secure cargo on the pickup bed and to install a cargo net for securing items. Do not use any other parts of the pickup bed to secure cargo or nets. 195 2008 Ridgeline