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■SYNC on and off
1.Select SYNC.
2. Select ON for synchronized mode, and OFF
for dual mode.
u When in synchronized mode, the
passenger’s side temperature and vent
mode become the same as the driver’s
side settings.
3. Adjust the temperature or change the
mode from the driver’s side.
■Changing the fan speed
1.Select .
2. Change the fan speed with one of the
following:
The fan speed level indicators: Select your
desired speed level. The smaller indicator is
for a slower speed, and the larger for a
faster speed.
(+/(-: To go up or down one level at a
time.
Fan AUTO : The system automatically
selects the fan speed most suitable to the
ambient environment.
1 SYNC on and off
When you press the button, the system changes
to synchronized mode.
When the system is not in SYNC mode, the driver’s
side temperature and th e front passenger’s side
temperature can be set separately.
You can also turn off SYNC mode by changing the
front passenger’s si de temperature.
The system adjusts each temperature based on the
information of the sunli ght sensor and the sun
position updated by the GPS.
Models with navigation system
1 Changing the fan speed
While the climate control system is in AUTO, Fan
AUTO is highlighted.
Fan Speed Level Indicators
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■Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes
1.Select or currently shown.
2. Switch the mode depending on
environmental conditions to the following:
(Recirculation Mode): Recirculates air
from the vehicle’s interi or through the system.
(Fresh Air Mode): Maintains outside
ventilation. Keep the sy stem in fresh air mode
in normal situations.
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■Shortcuts
You can store two sets of your preferred temperature, fan speed, and vent mode
settings to the clim ate control system.
To store a set of the climate control settings:
1.Select Shortcuts .
2. Adjust the climate control system to your
preference.
3. Select Climate .
4. Select Edit.
5. Select Add.
6. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
store your settings to.
To recall one of the settings:
1. Select Shortcuts .
2. Select Climate .
3. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 .
To delete a preset:
1. Select Shortcuts .
2. Select Climate .
3. Select Edit.
4. Select Delete .
5. Select Preset 1 or Preset 2 you want to
delete.1 Shortcuts
You can also store a set by pressing and holding the
preset number you want to store that setting after
step 3.
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Pressing the button turns the air
conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.
Press the button again to turn off, the
system returns to the previous settings.
■To rapidly defrost the windows 1.Press the button.
2. Select the recirculation mode.
2 Switching between the recirculation
and fresh air modes P. 204
■Defrosting the Windshield and Windows1Defrosting the Windshield and Windows
For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.
Do not set the temperatur e near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.
If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits th e side windows.
If you press the button during Auto Idle Stop, the
engine restarts automatically.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
1 To rapidly defrost the windows
After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.
If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.
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Controls
Automatic Climate Control Sensors
The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.Sensor
Sensor
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 210
USB Port .......................................... 211
Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 212
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 213
Audio Remote Controls .................... 214
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 215
On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM....... 216
Audio/Information Screen ................ 222
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 226
Display Setup ................................... 227
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 228 Playing SiriusXM
® Radio ................... 232
Playing a CD .................................... 235
Playing an iPod ................................ 238
Playing Internet Radio ...................... 242
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 245
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 248
Audio Error Messages CD Player ......................................... 250
iPod/USB Flash Drive ........................ 251
Pandora ®......................................... 252
Aha
TM Radio ..................................... 254 General Information on the Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio Service ................... 255
Recommended CDs ......................... 256
Compatible iPod, iP hone, and USB Flash
Drives ............................................ 258
Customized Features ........................ 259
Defaulting All the Settings ............... 276
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ... 277
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink®
Using HFL ........................................ 280
HFL Menus ...................................... 282
Compass*.......................................... 314
* Not available on all models
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
Images shown are for models without navigation system. See the Navigation System
Manual for operation of th e audio system, AcuraLink®, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®,
and voice commands for these features.
The audio system features AM/FM radio and the SiriusXM ® Radio service. It can also
play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone and
Bluetooth ® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, or
the icons on the On Demand Multi-Use Display
TM.
1 About Your Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio,
contact a dealer.
2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 255
SiriusXM ® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM ®
Radio, Inc.
Video CDs, DVDs, and 3-inch (8-cm) mini CDs are not
supported.
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
When the screen is vi ewed through polarized
sunglasses, a rainbow pa ttern may appear on the
screen due to optical characteristics of the screen. If
this is disturbing, please operate the screen without
polarized sunglasses.Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
Remote Controls iPod
USB Flash
Drive
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uuAudio System uUSB Port
Features
USB Port
Install the iPod dock connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB port.1USB Port
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend your data backed up before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit the following website:
•U.S.: www.apple.com/ipod.
•Canada: www.apple.com/ca/ipod.
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