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Features
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
For models with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for how to
operate the Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®.
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using
your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command.
(TALK) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
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HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell
phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call
(888) 528-7876.•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call (888)
528 -7876.
Voice control tips•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the
windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag. Speak
clearly and naturally after a beep.•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
Models with navigation systemModels without navigation system
(TALK) Button
Volume up
Microphone
(Hang-up/Back) Button

(Pick-up)
Button
Volume
down
Selector
Knob
PHONE
Button

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®uUsing HFL
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The multi-information display notifies you
when there is an incoming call.
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HFL Status Display
1Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology
Bluetooth® name and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any
use of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is
under license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
HFL Limitations
An incoming call on HFL will interrupt the audio
system when it is playing. It will resume when the call
is ended.
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Signal Strength
HFL Mode Battery Level Status Roam Status
Call Name
Bluetooth IndicatorComes on when your
phone is connected to HFL.
1 HFL Status Display
The information that appears on the multi-
information display varies between phone models.
You can change the system language to English,
French, or Spanish.
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uuBluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®uHFL Menus
Features
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To pair a cell phone (when there is no phone paired to the system)
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Yes, then press .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth device.
3. When your phone appears on the list, select
it by pressing .
u If your phone doesn’t appear, select
Phone Not Found? and search for
Bluetooth devices using your phone.
From your phone, select
HandsFreeLink .
4. HFL gives you a four-digit pairing code to
input on your phone.
When your phone prompts you, input the
four-digit pairing code.
5. You will receive a notification on the screen
if pairing is successful.
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Phone Setup
1Phone Setup
Your Bluetooth -compatible phone must be paired to
HFL before you can make and receive hands-free
calls.
Phone Pairing Tips:•You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is
moving.•Your phone must be in the discoverable or search
mode when pairing the phone. Refer to your
phone's manual.•Up to six phones can be paired.•Your phone's battery may drain faster when it is
paired to HFL.•If your phone is not ready for pairing or not found
by the system within three minutes, the system will
time out and returns to idle.
Once you have paired a phone, you can see it
displayed on the screen with one or two icons on the
right side.
These icons indicate the following: : The phone can be used with HFL.
: The phone is compatible with Bluetooth
® Audio.
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® HandsFreeLink
®uHFL Menus
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Up to 15 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone.
To store a speed dial number:
1.Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then
press .
u Repeat the procedure to select Speed
Dial, then Add New.
3. Rotate to select a place to choose a
number from, then press .
By Phonebook:
u Select a number from the linked cell
phone’s imported phonebook.
By Call History:
u Select a number from the call history.
By Phone Number:
u Input the number manually.
4. When the speed dial is successfully stored,
you are asked to create a voice tag for the
number. Rotate to select Yes or No,
then press .
5. Using the button, follow the prompts to
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Speed Dial
1Speed Dial
You can use the audio preset buttons during a call to
store a speed dial number:
1. Press and hold the desired audio preset button
during a call.
2. The contact information for the active call will be stored for the corresponding speed dial.
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uuBluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®uHFL Menus
Features
You can make calls by inputting any phone number, or by using the imported
phonebook, call history, sp eed dial entries, or redial.■
Making a Call
1Making a Call
Any voice-tagged speed dial entry can be dialed by
voice from any screen.
Press the button and wait for a beep before
giving a command.
The maximum range between your phone and
vehicles is 30 feet (10 meters).
Once a call is connected, you can hear the voice of
the person you are calling through the audio
speakers.

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® HandsFreeLink
®uHFL Menus
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To make a call using the call history
Call history is stored by Dialed Calls, Received Calls , and Missed Calls .
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Call History, then press
.
3. Rotate to select Dialed Calls , Received
Calls , or Missed Calls, then press .
4. Rotate to select a number, then press
.
u Dialing starts automatically.
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To make a call using a speed dial entry
1.Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Speed Dial, then press
.
3. Rotate to select a number, then press
.
u Dialing starts automatically.
1To make a call using the call history
The call history displays the last 20 dialed, received, or
missed calls.
(Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.)1To make a call using a speed dial entry
On the Phone screen, the first six speed dials on the
list can be directly selected by pressing the
corresponding audio preset buttons (1-6).
Select More Speed Dial Lists to view another paired
phone’s speed dial list.

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Maintenance
12 Volt BatteryChecking the 12 Volt Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at
the test indicator window and check the
terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 144
•The clock resets.
2 Setting the Clock P. 102
•The navigation system
* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
Charging the BatteryDisconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (-) cab le first, and reconnect it last.
112 Volt BatteryWARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessori es contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.The test indicator's color information is on the
battery.
When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Rinse the terminals with water. Cloth/towel dry the
battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help
prevent future corrosion.
3
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Test Indicator Window
* Not available on all models

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CleaningInterior CareUse a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt.
Use a clean cloth to remove detergent residue.
Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts.
Let the belts air dry. Wipe the openings of the seat belt anchors using a clean cloth.■
Cleaning Seat Belts
1Interior Care
Do not spill liquids inside the vehicle.
Electrical devices and systems may malfunction if
liquids are splashed on them.
Do not use silicone based sprays on electrical devices
such as audio devices and switches.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.
If a silicone based spray is inadvertently used on
electrical devices, consult a dealer.
Depending on their composition, chemicals and
liquid aromatics may cause discoloration, wrinkles,
and cracking to resin-based parts and textiles.
Do not use alkali solvents or organic solvents such as
benzene or gasoline.
After using chemicals, make sure to gently wipe them
off using a dry cloth.
Do not place used cloths on top of resin based parts
or textiles for long periods of time without washing.
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