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Features
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Press   to switch to the  Audio menu screen.
3. Rotate  to select  Save Preset, then press  .
4. Rotate   to select the preset number you want to store that station, then press \
.
2. Select  More.
3. Select  Save Preset .
4. Select the preset number you want to store that station.
■Preset Memory1Playing 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  SOURCE button on the steering wheel.
2 Audio Remote Controls  P. 179
You can also switch the  mode by pressing   and 
selecting  Change Source  on the Audio menu 
screen.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into 
the preset memory.
Selector Knob
Audio with Touch Screen 
     
        
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uVoice Control Operation
Features
Voice Control Operation
Your vehicle has a voice control system that  allows hands-free operation of most of 
the navigation system functions.
The voice control system uses the   ( Talk) and   (hang-up/back) buttons on the 
steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights on the ceiling.
To achieve optimum voice recognition when using the navigation voice control 
system:
• Make sure the correct screen is displa yed for the voice command that you are 
using.
• Close the windows and moonroof.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents so air does not blow onto the microphone 
on the ceiling.
• Speak clearly in a clear, natural speaking voice without pausing between words.
• Reduce any background noise if possible. The system may misinterpret your 
command if more than one person is speaking at the same time.
• Refer to the Voice Help feature.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■Voice Recognition
1Voice Control Operation
When you press the   button, a helpful prompt asks 
what you would like to do.  Press and release the   
button again to bypass this prompt and give a 
command.
1 Voice Recognition
The voice control system can only be used from the 
driver’s seat because  the microphone unit removes 
noises from the front passenger’s side. 
     
        
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying AM/FM Radio
Features
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Press the MENU  button.
3. Rotate   to select  Save Preset, then press  .
4. Rotate   to select the preset number you  want to store that station, then press 
and hold  .
2. Select  More.
3. Select  Save Preset .
4. Select the preset number you want to store that station.
■Preset Memory1Playing AM/FM Radio
You can control the AM/FM radio using voice 
commands.
2 Voice Control Operation  P. 244
The  ST indicator appears on the display indicating 
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE  button on the steering wheel.
2 Audio Remote Controls  P. 179
You can also switch the mode by pressing the  MENU 
button and selecting Change Source  on the Audio 
menu  screen.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into 
the preset memory.
Interface Dial
Audio with Touch Screen 
     
        
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSong By VoiceTM (SBV)
Features
■Searching for music using SBV
1.Press the   (Talk) button and say  “Music 
Search”  to activate the SBV feature for the 
HDD and iPod.
2. Press the   button and say a command.
u Example 1: Say  “(List) ‘Artist A’“  to view a 
list of songs by that artist. Select the 
desired song to start playing.
u Example 2: Say  “Play ‘Artist A’“ to start 
playing songs by that artist.
3. To cancel SBV, pres s the   (hang-up/back) 
button on the steering wheel. The selected 
song continues playing.
Once you have canceled this mode, you need 
to press the   button and say  “Music Search” 
again to re-activate this mode.1 Searching for music using SBV
Song By Voice
TM Commands List
2 Song By VoiceTM commands P. 246
NOTE:
Song By Voice
TM commands are available for tracks 
stored on the HDD or iPod.
You can add phonetic modi fications of difficult 
words so that it is easier  for SBV to recognize artists, 
songs, albums, and composers in voice commands. 2 Phonetic Modification  P. 278 
     
        
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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 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, a phonebook 
name, or a number.
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.
To use HFL, the  Bluetooth On/Off  setting must be On.
2 Customized Features  P. 298
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the 
windows, as noise coming fr om them may interfere 
with the microphone.
•Press and release the   but ton when you want to 
call a number using a  stored voice tag, a 
phonebook name, or a numbe r. Speak clearly and 
naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices 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.
If you receive a call while  using the audio system, the 
system resumes its operati on after ending the call.
Models without navigation system
Models with one display
Talk Button
Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up/Back Button
Pick-up 
Button
Volume down
Selector 
KnobPHONE
 
Button 
     
        
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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using 
your vehicle’s navigation system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
 (Pick-up) button:  Press to go to the Phone Call 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 give HFL voice commands.
PHONE button:  Press to go directly  to the Phone screen.
Interface dial:  Rotate   to select an item on the screen, then press  . Move  , 
,   or   to select secondary menu.
■HFL Buttons
1 Bluetooth ® 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.
To use HFL, the  Bluetooth Status  setting must be On.
2 Customized Features  P. 298
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the 
windows, as noise coming fr om them may interfere 
with the microphone.
•Press and release the   but ton when you want to 
call a number using a  stored voice tag, a 
phonebook name, or a numbe r. Speak clearly and 
naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up vo ices 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.
If you receive a call while  using the audio system, the 
system resumes its operati on after ending the call.
Models with navigation system
Talk Button
Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up/Back Button
Pick-up 
Button
Volume down
Interface 
DialPHONE
 
Button 
     
        
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior 
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of 
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels,  be sure not to damage the wheel 
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires  P. 523
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around 
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force 
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim 
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid 
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water  into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water 
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine  and exhaust can ignite 
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a 
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended 
period, inspect and remove  any debris that may have 
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have 
fallen or have been carried  in for use as a nest by a 
small animal.
Also check under the hood fo r leftover flammable 
materials after you or so meone else has performed 
maintenance on your vehicle. 
     
        
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly  storing it, can affect your vehicle's 
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit  P. 419
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden 
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat  footwells. Make sure to secure the floor 
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator 
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside  P. 116
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head  restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats  P. 148
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints  P. 151
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors  P. 146
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel  P. 145
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by  the factory, and does not 
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry 
heavy items in the trunk or  tow a trailer, have the 
aiming readjusted at a de aler or by a qualified 
technician.