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BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Models with one display
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform
the function.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button:
end or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
HFL display
Selector knob: rotate and press to make selections.
BACK button:
Go back to the previous display.
PHONE button:
Display the
phone screen.
Models with one display
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first p\
air your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the 
selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth Device List (if no phone has been 
paired) or Connect Phone (if pairing an additional
phone).
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select your
phone when it appears on the list.
 If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it to
the code that appears on your phone, and connect
when prompted.
8. The system asks if you want to enable Automatic 
Phone Sync, which imports your phone’s call history
and phonebook. Select On.
9. Press the BACK button to exit the menu.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
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Models with one display
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number. For example, 
 “3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the menu
Use the selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections. This method 
is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone 
icon to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the selector knob or interface dial to 
make and enter selections.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select New entry.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the 
number. Follow the prompts.
When a voice tag is created, you can press the Talk button and say “Call” and
the stored voice tag to quickly call the number.
Mr.AAA111AAA####
555EEE#### 444DDD#### 333CCC####
222BBB####
Mr.EEE Mr.DDD
Mr.CCC
Mr.BBB
Using Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by voice tag.”
2. Say the stored voice tag name. For example,
“
John Smith.”
Using the menu
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Speed Dial or Call History.
4. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want
to call, and select it to call.
Mr.AAA111AAA####
555EEE#### 444DDD#### 333CCC####
222BBB####
Mr.EEE Mr.DDD
Mr.CCC
Mr.BBB
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to 
the system. Automatic Phone Sync must be turned on.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For 
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the menu
Use the selector knob or interface dial to make and enter selections. This method 
is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to find the name and
number you want to call, and select it to call.
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Models with one display
SMS Text Messaging
receive and send messages from your paired and connected phone. visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility. 
Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the 
selector knob to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also 
reply to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.
1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
 To reply: With the message open, press the 
selector knob to enter the Text Message Menu. 
Select Reply, and choose one of the six available 
responses. Select Send to send the message. You
cannot create a new text message.
 
 To call the sender: With the message open, press 
the selector knob to enter the Text Message 
Menu. Select Call.
Models with touchscreen
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling
your phone. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility.
If your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, calls can only 
be made through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, not through Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform
the function. Voice commands are also available.
HFL Controls Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button:
end or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
+ / - buttons: Scroll the list.
SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection.
MENU button: From the phone screen, press to display
speed dial, call history, or redial.
Incoming call display
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Talk Button Tips
• 
When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your 
command.
• 
When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted 
in yellow.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• 
Reduce all background noise.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
Phone: Display
the phone screen.
MENU: From the
phone screen,
select various
call options.
BACK:
 Go back to the previous
display. Settings: Select
Phone from the
Settings screen
for phone pairing
and more.
Models with touchscreen
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first p\
air your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the 
touchscreen to make and enter selections.
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay (see page 65) or Android Auto 
(see page 66), pairing of additional Bluetooth-compatible devices is unavailable 
and Add Bluetooth Device is grayed out from the Bluetooth Device List sc\
reen.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Bluetooth Device List
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select
oK.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select your
phone when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it to
the code that appears on your phone, and connect
when prompted.
8. The system asks if you want to enable options:
HondaLink Assist: Select On to enable emergency 
collision notification (see page 85).
Automatic Phone Sync: Select on to automatically
import contacts and call history from your phone.
9. Press BACK to exit the menu.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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Models with touchscreen
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Call by number.”
2. Say the phone number. For example,
3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. voice commands are
always available.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone 
icon to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. 
1. From the HoMe screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select New entry.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the 
number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the stored voice tag name. For example,
“John Smith.”
Using the touchscreen
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want
to call, and select it to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to 
the system. Automatic Phone Sync must be turned on.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For 
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. voice commands are
always available.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to find the name and
number you want to call, and select it to call.
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Models with touchscreen
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*
receive and send messages from your paired and connected phone. visit
handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited while the vehicle 
is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the touchscreen. You can 
view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply to it using fixed
phrases or call the sender.
1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads
it aloud.
To reply: With the message open, select Reply, 
and choose one of the six available responses. 
Select Send to send the message. You cannot
create a new text message.
To call the sender: With the message open, 
select Call.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and e-mail accounts, you can select only one 
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Message or an e-mail account.
*if equipped
Models with touchscreen
HondaLink® Assist
Automatically attempts to connect and talk to an operator who can locate\
your
vehicle and send emergency help in the event of a collision. visit www.hondalink.
com (U.S.) or honda.ca/hondalinkassist (Canada) for more information.
1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 81).
2. Select Call Now, or the system automatically
connects after 10 seconds. The vehicle information
and its position are sent to the operator.
3. Select Talk Now to immediately talk to the operator.
4. When the call is complete, select Hang Up or press 
the Hang Up/Back button on the steering wheel.
For vehicles equipped with HondaLink Assist, owner activation constitutes authorization for Honda to collect information from your vehicle needed to provide the service, and agreement to the Terms of Use at www.hondalink.com/TermsAndConditions. In a crash, HondaLink Assist will attempt to notify emergency services but NEITHER Honda NOR ITS SERVICE PROVIDERS GUARANTEE THAT SUCH NOTIFICATION WILL OCCUR.
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Models with touchscreen
Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone® is paired to the system.
visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/siri (Canada) to check phone
compatibility.
(Talk) Button
Press and hold until the display
changes as shown.
(Hang-up/back) Button
Press to deactivate Siri.
Appears
when Siri
Eyes Free is
activated.
Here are some examples of Siri commands:
“Call John Smith”
“Read my new text message”
“Find a nearby sushi restaurant”
Notes:
• 
Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are not 
displayed in the vehicle.
•  Certain commands rely on the iPhone’s features and existing apps.
• 
To hear turn-by-turn directions or songs through the vehicle, set the audio source 
to Bluetooth® Audio.
Siri and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
“Remind me to pick up dinner”
“Set
 up a meeting today at 3 p.m.”
“Play
 song XYZ”
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current 
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the touchscreen.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always
available.
Steering Wheel Controls Use the steering wheel controls to control the system.
NAVIGATION*
*if equipped
BACK button: Press to cancel
a command or operation.
TALK button: Press to give
navigation commands.
Talk Button Tips
• 
When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
• To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your 
command.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• 
Reduce all background noise.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
System Guidance Volume
Adjust the navigation system volume.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select the Sound/Beep tab.
4. Select Guidance volume, and adjust the level.
Select oK when complete.
5. Press BACK to exit the menus.
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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away f\
rom
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
operate system controls only when the conditions permit you to safely do \
so.
WARNING
Navigation Display and Controls
Touch icons on the screen to enter information and make selections.
Navigation: Display
the navigation screen.
BACK:
 Go back to the previous display. MENU: Display
navigation options.
Traffic flow
Current vehicle
position Traffic incident
icon
Search icon
Map menu
MAP: Display the
map screen.
Street name
Entering a Destination
Use several methods to enter a destination.
Home Address Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Set Home Location.
4. Select enter My Address.
5. Select Search All.
6. Enter the street number and select Done.
7. enter the street name and select Done. Select
the street from the list.
8. Select the address from the list. A map of the
address is shown. Select Select.
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk button and say 
“Navigation” and then “Go home” at any time. You can also select Go Home from
the Where To? menu.
Street Address
enter a street address.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select Address.
3. Select Search All.
4. Enter the street number and select Done.
5. enter the street name and select Done. Select
the street from the list.
6. Select the address from the list.
7. Select Go!.
You can also enter a street address using voice
commands. Press the Talk button and say 
“Navigation” and then “Find Address.” Follow the
prompts.