2013 HONDA PILOT steering

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying the AM/FM Radio
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Features
Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in
each preset.
1.Press the SETUP button.
2.Rotate to select Auto Select, then press
.
3.Select ON, then press .
To turn off auto select, select OFF, then press
. This restores the presets you originally set.
■Auto Select1Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the MODE button on the steering wheel.
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You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations
into the preset button memory. FM1 and FM2 let you store six stations each.
Auto Select function scans and stores up to six AM stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal
into the preset button memory.
If you do not like the stations auto select has stored,
you can manually store your preferred frequencies.

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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio
Features
Press the (pick-up) button on the steering
wheel to receive a call when Bluetooth® Audio
is playing.
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Press the (hang-up) button to end the call
and return to Bluetooth® Audio.
■Switching to HFL1Switching to HFL
If you receive a call while Bluetooth® Audio is in the
pause mode, it will resume play after ending the call. Button
Button

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Features
Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or
ON (w.
Use the interface dial or AUDIO button to
access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display for some functions.
Interface dial: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Move the
interface dial and press to set your
selection.
AUDIO button: Press to display the audio
system on the navigation screen.
Models with navigation system1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Move up to select.
Move down to select.
Move left to select.
Move right to select.
Press the MODE, (+, (-, or button on the
steering wheel to change any audio setting.2Audio Remote Controls P. 217
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uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying the AM/FM Radio
Features
Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in
each preset.
1.Press the AUDIO button.
2.Move to select AUDIO MENU.
3.Rotate to select A.SEL, then press .
4.Rotate to select ON, then press .
To turn off auto select, rotate to select
OFF, then press . This restores the presets
you originally set.
■Auto Select1Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the MODE button on the steering wheel.
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You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into
the preset button memory. FM1 and FM2 let you store 6 stations each.
Auto Select function scans and stores up to six AM stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal
into the preset button memory.
If you do not like the stations auto select has stored,
you can manually store your preferred frequencies.

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth® Audio
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Features
1.Make sure that your phone is paired and
linked to HFL.
2.Press the USB/AUX button.
If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-
compatible phone, which is not compatible
for Bluetooth® Audio, may be already linked.
■To pause or resume a file
1.Press the AUDIO button, move to select AUDIO MENU.
2.Rotate to select Resume/Pause, then press .
Each time you press , the setting switches between Pause and Resume.
Press the (pick-up) button on the steering
wheel to receive a call when Bluetooth® Audio
is playing.
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Press the (hang-up) button to end the call
and return to Bluetooth® Audio.
■To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files1To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files
To play the audio files, you may need to operate your phone. If so, follow the phone maker's operating
instructions.
The pause function may not be available on some
phones.
If any audio device is connected to the auxiliary input
jack, you may need to press the USB/AUX button
repeatedly to select the Bluetooth® Audio system.
Switching to another mode pauses the music playing
from your phone.
■Switching to HFL1Switching to HFL
If you receive a call while Bluetooth® Audio is in the
pause mode, it will resume play after ending the call.
Button
Button

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Features
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) button: Press to end a call.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Back) button: Press to cancel a command.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
■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 1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
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.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models without navigation system
Talk Button
Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up Button
Pick-up ButtonVolume down
Selector Knob
PHONE Button
Back Button

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Features
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) button: Press to end a call.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
(Back) button:Press to cancel a command.
Interface dial: Rotate or move to select an item on the screen, then press .
■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 1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
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.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models with navigation system
Talk Button
Volume upMicrophone
Hang-up Button
Pick-up Button
Volume down
Interface Dial
PHONE Button
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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
Features
1.Press the (Pick-up) button to answer a
call and display the Calling screen.
uHANDSFREELINK is also displayed on
the display.
2.Press the (Hang-up) button to
terminate the call.
The following options are available during a call.
Mute: Mute your voice.
Transfer: Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL.
Dial Tones: Send numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call an
automated phone system.
1.To view the available options, press the
PHONE button.
2.Rotate to select the option, then press
.
■Receiving a Call1Receiving a Call
An incoming call notification appears on the screen, and you hear an audible ring tone.
If your phone has Call Waiting, press the button
to put the original call on hold and answer the
incoming call. To return to the original call, press the
button again. If you want to hang up the original
call and answer the new call, press the button.
To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio
system volume knob or the steering wheel volume
controls.
Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and
roaming status information to the screen.
Phonebook
Displays the imported phonebook.2To make a call using the imported
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■Options During a Call
1Options During a Call
Dial Tones: Available on some phones.