2009 Honda Ridgeline Owner's Manual - Page 119

Main Menu Table Of Contents Dual-Action Tailgate Do not allow anyone to hang on the swung open tailgate. This could damage the tailgate. Do not leave the tailgate swung open. The tailgate may swing and shut accidentally. This could cause serious injuries. The bed lights come on when you swing open the tailgate. You can also turn the bed lights on or off by pushing the bed light switch on the dashboard (see page 144 ). Tailgate Open Indicator On models without navigation system This indicator is in the door and tailgate open monitor on the instrument panel. It comes on when the tailgate is swung open or it is not completely closed. This indicator works even if the key is not in the ignition switch. If the tailgate is swung open or not closed tightly when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position, you will hear six beeps and see the indicator blinking. The indicator stays on until you close the tailgate. The beeper also sounds and the indicator blinks when you move the shift lever out of the Park or neutral position. On models with navigation system If you do not fasten the seat belt, you first hear the seat belt reminder alarm, then the tailgate reminder beeper sounds. The indicator does not monitor the tailgate when it is dropped open. Loading Cargo See page 259 for information on cargo loading and weight limits. You can also store and lock items in the In-Bed Trunk (see page 116 ). Instruments and Controls The tailgate open indicator appears on the multi-information display (see page 11 ). 115 2009 Ridgeline