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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with Display Audio
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the internet using Wi-Fi and use onli\
ne
services through the touchscreen. If your compatible phone has hotspot c\
apabilities,
the system can be tethered to the phone. Follow the steps below to set u\
p Wi-Fi
when the vehicle is stopped. Standard data rates apply with your phone s\
ervice
provider.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
3. Select Wi-Fi on/off Status, and select on.
4. Select Wi-Fi Device List. Make sure your phone’s
Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
5. Select the phone you want to connect to the
system. If the phone you want to connect does not
appear, select Scan.
6. Select Connect.
7. enter a password for your phone, if necessary.
Select oK. The Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the list
when connection is successful.
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Aha™ Radio
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social
media through your vehicle’s audio system.
visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility. Standard data rates apply. Make sure you have an active Aha account.
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android Auto™
(see page 66), Aha can only be connected through Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth connection
Connect your compatible smartphone via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page
78). Make sure the HondaLink Connect app is downloaded to your phone (\
see
page 63). Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
Wi-Fi connection
You can also connect via Wi-Fi (see page 64) or Wi-Fi tethering with yo\
ur enabled
smartphone. Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Aha.
2. enter your Aha account email and password to begin using Aha.
Models with Display Audio
Apple CarPlay®
Connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system. You can use the
touchscreen to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. visit the Apple CarPlay
website for more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone
and launching any compatible apps.
1. Connect the iPhone to the USB port (see page
52).
2. Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle information to Honda. Select enable once, Always enable, or Cancel. Your phone may prompt you to allow access for CarPlay to be launched.
3. From the HoMe screen, select Apple CarPlay.
4. Select a menu option.
Phone: Access your contacts, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail. While
connected to Apple CarPlay, calls can only be made through Apple CarPlay, not
through Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink®.
Music: Play music stored on your iPhone.
Maps:
view a map and operate navigation. You can only use Apple CarPlay or the
pre-installed navigation system to set a destination with routing guidan\
ce.
Messages:
view and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you aloud
by the system.
once connected, press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see page
76) to operate the system using voice commands with Siri® eyes Free.
HOME screen
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay menu
Return
to HOME
screen
Return to Apple CarPlay menu screen
Depending on use, Apple CarPlay can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other operating conditions) with the connected iPhone. See Apple’s privacy policy for details regarding Apple’s use and handling of data uploaded by CarPlay. Use of CarPlay is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the CarPlay terms of use, which are included as part of the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee CarPlay operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in CarPlay software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use CarPlay when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with Display Audio
Android Auto™
Connect a compatible Android phone to the system. You can use the touchscreen
to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. visit the Android Auto website for
more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone
and launching any compatible apps.
1. Download the Android Auto app to your phone.
2. Connect the phone to the USB port (see page 52).
The phone is automatically paired. A tutorial also
appears.
3. From the HoMe screen, select Android Auto.
4. Android Auto requires you to send vehicle
information to Honda. Select enable once, Always
enable, or Cancel.
5. Select a menu option.
Maps (Navigation):
view Google Maps and operate navigation. You can only
use this system or the pre-installed navigation system to set a destinat\
ion with
routing guidance. You cannot enter destinations using the keyboard while the
vehicle is moving.
Phone: Make phone calls or listen to voicemail. While connected to Android
Auto, calls can only be made through Android Auto, not through Bluetooth
®
HandsFreeLink®.
Home (Google Now): Display useful information organized by Android Auto
into simple cards that appear only when needed.
Music: Play music from compatible apps. Select this icon to switch between
music apps.
Return to HOME screen:
Go back to the vehicle system HoMe screen.
Voice: Use voice commands via Google voice Search to operate Android Auto.
You can also press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see page
76) to say voice commands.
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Depending on use, Android Auto can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto. Use of Android Auto is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto application is downloaded to the user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating 
system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use Android Auto when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.
Models with Display Audio
FM/AM Radio
Play FM or AM radio stations.
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HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select
the FM or AM
icon.
Tune: Change
the station.
Seek: Search
for the next or
previous station
with a strong
signal. Open/close:
Display or hide
the station list
or preset list.
Scan: Scan for
each station
with a strong
signal.
Presets:
Select and hold a preset number
to store the current station.
Select a preset number to select
a previously stored station.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with Display Audio
USB Flash Drive
Play and operate a USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your
device to the USB port (see page 52).
If an iPhone is connected via Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65), the USB source is
unavailable and audio files on the phone can only be played within App\
le CarPlay.
Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the USB flash drive\
.
1. From the audio screen, press MeNU.
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a folder.
4. Select the track you want to play.
on vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using
Song By voice™ (see page 153).
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MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select
the USB icon.
Folder: Change
the folder. Open/close:
Display or hide
the track list.
MENU: Display
menu options,
including
Music Search. Track: Change
the track.
Models with Display Audio
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the ve\
hicle’s
audio system. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check
phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.
Connect your phone to Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 78).
If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android
Auto™ (see page 66), Bluetooth Audio from that phone is unavailable.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the device.
1. From the audio screen, press MeNU.
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search category.
4. Select the track you want to play.
Notes:
•  Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•  You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•  Certain audio controls are not supported on all phones.
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MENU
BACK
AUDIOSource: Select
the Bluetooth
icon. Open/close:
Display or hide
the track list.
MENU: Display
menu options,
including
Music Search. Track: Change
the track.
Play/pause Group: Change
the group.

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Models with Display Audio
Pandora®
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’\
s audio
system. visit handsfreelink.com to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates
apply with your phone service provider.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone:
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 78) or USB port (see page 52).
•  A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pan\
dora
to be launched.
•  If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be stream\
ing
through Bluetooth
® Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
•  If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnect\
ing the
cable if necessary.
For other compatible smartphones:
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 78).
•  If your phone is connected to Android Auto™ (see page 66), Pandora \
is only
available through the Android Auto interface. visit the Android Auto website to
check compatibility.
Pandora is only available in certain countries. Visit the Pandora website for more information.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
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HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select
the Pandora icon.
Station: Change
the station. Skip: Go to
the next song.
MENU: Display
menu options,
including the
Station List.
Like/dislike
song
Play/Pause
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Models with color audio system
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.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
Hang-Up/Back button: end or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Pick-Up button: Go to the phone screen, or
answer an incoming call.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
Selector knob: rotate and press to make selections.
Back button: Go back to the
previous display.
PHONE button: Display the
phone screen.
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Models with color audio system
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 to make and enter selections.
Pairing the First Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone
screen. A prompt appears. Select Yes.
2. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
Select oK.
3. 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. Connect to HFL.
4. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it
to the code that appears on your phone. Connect
to HFL from your phone.
Pairing an Additional Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone
screen. If a prompt appears asking to connect to
a phone, select No.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Bluetooth Setup.
4. Select Add New Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
Select oK.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select it
when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found, and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. enter it on
your phone when prompted.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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Models with color audio system
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
enter a 10-digit phone number to call. Use the selector knob to make and \
enter
selections. This method is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Dial.
3. enter the phone number. Select the green phone
icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its phonebook is automatically imported to th\
e system.
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections. This method is inope\
rable while
the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phonebook.
3. Scroll through the list to find the name and number
you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial EntriesStore up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the selector knob to make \
and enter
selections.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select Add New.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed DialMake calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. Use the selector kno\
b to make
and enter selections.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Speed Dial.
3. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want to
call, and select it to call.
Speed dial entries with stored voice tags can be called using the Talk button. Press
the Talk button and follow the prompts.
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Models with Display Audio
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. Voice commands are also available.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Hang-Up/Back button: end or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, or
say voice commands*.
button: Press until the phone screen is displayed in the Driver Information
Interface.
p / q buttons: Scroll the phone list in the Driver Information Interface.
ENTER button: From the phone screen in the Driver Information Interface,
select from Speed Dial, Call History, or Phonebook.
*vehicles with navigation
Talk Button Tips For a list of available phone commands, see page 152.
•  When using the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•  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.
•  Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone on the ceiling.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
Phone: From the HoMe screen, 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.
*vehicles with navigation
HFL display
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Models with Display Audio
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
Continue.
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. Connect to HFL.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it to
the code that appears on your phone. Connect to
HFL from your phone.
8. The system asks if you want to enable options:
HondaLink Assist: Select on to enable emergency
collision notification (see page 80).
Phone Synchronization: Select on to automatically
import contacts and call history from your phone.
9. Press BACK to exit the menu.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models with Display Audio
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 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.
Using the Phonebook When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imp\
orted to
the system. Phone synchronization 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 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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Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select edit 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 DialMake calls quickly using stored speed dial entries.
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.
HondaLink® Assist
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely
impacted, your vehicle automatically attempts to connect to an operator. Your
phone must be paired to the system and have good cellular connection. 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 78).
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.
Models with Display Audio
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*
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 with your phone service provider. 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 Dial.
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
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