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HFL can display newly received text messages and E-mails as well as 20 of the most 
recently received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be 
read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phrase.
1.A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new 
text message or E-mail.
2.Rotate   to select Read to listen to the 
message, then press  .
uThe text message or E-mail is displayed. 
The system automatically starts reading 
out the message.
3.To discontinue the message read-out, press 
.■
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail
1Receiving a Text Message/E-mail
The system does not display any received messages 
while you are driving. You can only hear them read 
aloud.
With some phones, you may be able to display up to 
20 most recent text messages and E-mails.
State or local laws may limit your use of the HFL text 
message/E-mail feature. Only use the text message/
E-mail feature when conditions allow you to do so 
safely.
When you receive a text message or E-mail for the 
first time since the phone is paired to HFL, you are 
asked to turn the New Text/Email Alert setting to 
On.
2To turn on or off the text/E-mail notice 
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If a paired phone has text message or mail accounts, you can select one of them to 
be active and receive notifications.
1.Press the SETTINGS button.
2.Rotate   to select Phone Settings, then 
press .
uRepeat the procedure to select Select 
Account.
3.Rotate   to select Text Messages or an 
E-mail account you want, then press  .■
Selecting a Mail Account
1Selecting a Mail Account
You can also select a mail account from the folder list 
screen or the message list screen.
Move   to select Select Account, then press  .
You can only receive notifications from one text 
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■Displaying text messages
1.Press the PHONE button.
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Rotate   to select Text/Email, then press 
.
uSelect account if necessary.
4.Rotate   to select a message, then press 
.
uThe text message is displayed. The 
system automatically starts reading the 
message aloud.
■
Displaying Messages
1Displaying Messages
The   icon appears next to an unread message.
If you delete a message on the phone, the message is 
also deleted in the system. If you send a message 
from the system, the message goes to your phone’s 
outbox.
To see the previous or next message, move   or   
on the text message screen.
Message List
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■Displaying E-mails
1.Press the PHONE button.
2.Press the MENU button.
3.Rotate   to select Text/Email, then press 
.
4.Rotate   to select a folder, then press  .
5.Rotate   to select a message, then press 
.
uThe E-mail is displayed. The system 
automatically starts reading the message 
aloud.
1Displaying E-mails
Received text messages and E-mails may appear in 
the message list screen at the same time. In this case, 
text messages are titled No subject.
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■Read or stop reading a message
1.Go to the text message or E-mail screen.
uThe system automatically starts reading 
the message aloud.
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2.Press   to stop reading.
Press   again to start reading the message 
from the beginning.■Reply to a message
1.Go to the text message or E-mail screen.
uThe system automatically starts reading 
the message aloud.
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2.Move   and rotate   to select Reply, 
then press  .
3.Rotate   to select the reply message, then 
press .
uThe pop-up menu appears on the screen.
4.Select Send to send the message.
uMessage sent appears on the screen 
when the reply message was successfully 
sent.
1Reply to a message
The available fixed reply messages are as follows:•Talk to you later, I’m driving.•I’m on my way.•I’m running late.•OK•Yes•No
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■Making a call to a sender
1.Go to the text message screen.
uThe system automatically starts reading 
the message aloud.
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2.Move   and rotate   to select Call, then 
press . 
         
        
        
     
        
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Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance 
using a phone paired and connected to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.
1.From the Phone screen, press the MENU 
button.
2.Rotate   to select Roadside Assistance, 
then press  .
3.Rotate   to select a phone number, then 
press .
uDialing starts automatically.■
Roadside Assistance
*
1Roadside Assistance
*
If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink package, 
you can call the roadside assistance using the LINK 
button instead of your phone.
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AcuraLink®
*
Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice 
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator 
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s 
status. 
For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the 
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Manual.■Automatic collision notification
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit 
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted, 
your vehicle automatically will attempt to 
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once 
connected, information about your vehicle, its 
positioning, and its condition will be sent to 
the operator; you also can speak to the 
operator when connected. ■
In Case of Emergency
1AcuraLink®
*
AcuraLink also provides services you can operate 
from the Internet or your smartphone.
To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more 
information about all of its features, contact an Acura 
dealer, or visit owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or 
www.acura.ca (in Canada).1In Case of Emergency
Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the operator 
if the battery level is low, the line is disconnected or you 
do not have adequate cellular coverage.
You cannot use emergency services when:•You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage 
areas.•There is a problem with the connecting devices, 
such as the ASSIST button, microphone, speakers, 
or the unit itself.•You are not subscribed to the service or your 
subscription is no longer valid.
You cannot operate other navigation- or phone-
related functions using the screens while talking to 
the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to 
your vehicle.
1Automatic collision notification
If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it 
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.
Audio/information screenOn Demand Multi-Use Display
TM
When connected to the AcuraLink 
operator:* Not available on all models