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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying the AM/FM Radio
Features
Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station.
■To find an RDS station from Station List
1. Press while listening to an FM station.
2. Rotate to select the station, then press .
■Update List
Updates your available st ation list at any time.
1. Press while listening to an FM station.
2. Rotate to select Update List, then press .
■Radio text
Displays the radio text informat ion of the selected RDS station.
1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.
2. Rotate to select Settings, then press .
3. Rotate to select RDS Settings, then press .
4. Rotate to select Radio Text, then press .
■Scan
Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seconds.
1. Press the MENU/CLOCK button.
2. Rotate to select Scan, then press .
To turn off scan, press .
■Radio Data System (RDS)1 Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into
the preset memory.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE button on the steering wheel.
2 Audio Remote Controls
* P. 167
Models with audio remote controls
1Radio Data System (RDS)
When you select an RDS-capable FM station, the RDS
automatically turns on, and the frequency display
changes to the station name. However, when the
signals of that station become weak, the display
changes from the statio n name to the frequency.
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying the AM/FM Radio
Features
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Select MENU .
3. Select Save Preset .
4. Select the preset number you want to store that station.
You can also store a preset station by the following procedure.
1. Select open/close icon to display a channel list.
2. Select Preset tab.
3. Press and hold the preset number for the station you want to store until you hear
a beep.
Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station.
■To find an RDS station from Station List
1. Select MENU while listening to an FM station.
2. Select Station List .
3. Select the station.
■Manual update
Updates your available st ation list at any time.
1. Select MENU while listening to an FM station.
2. Select Station List .
3. Select Refresh .
■Preset Memory
■Radio Data System (RDS)
1Playing the 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 or
select SOURCE on the list.
2 Audio Remote Controls
* P. 167
You can also switch the mode by selecting Change
Source on the MENU screen.
You can store 6 AM stations and 12 FM stations into
the preset memory.
1 Radio Data System (RDS)
When you select an RDS-capable FM station, the RDS
automatically turns on, and the frequency display
changes to the station name. However, when the
signals of that station become weak, the display
changes from the statio n name to the frequency.
* Not available on all models

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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
See the navigation system manual for how to operate the 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 go directly to the Phone 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 call a number wi th a stored voice tag.
(Phone) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
■HFL Buttons
1Using HFL
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.
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 button when you want to
call a number using a st ored voice tag. 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 devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
If you receive a call while using the audio system, the
system resumes its operati on after ending the call.
Up to 20 speed dial entries can be stored. If there is
no entry in the system, Speed Dial is disabled. 2 Speed Dial P. 260
Up to 20 call histories can be stored. If there is no call
history, Call History is disabled.
Models with navigation system
Models without navigation system
Models with color audio system
Microphone
(Talk) Button
(Hang-up/Back) Button
(Pick-up) Button
Selector Knob
(Phone) Button
Volume up
Volume down
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u Using HFL
Features
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen, or to answer an
incoming call.
(Hang-up/Back) button: Press to end a call, go back to the previous
command, or to cancel a command. (Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag, a phonebook,
name, or a number.
■HFL Buttons
Models with display audio system
1 Using HFL
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 Status setting
must be On .
2 Customized Features P. 225
Voice control tips
•Press and release the button 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
VOL (Volume) or use the remote audio controls on
the steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
VOL
HOME
MENU
BACK
Microphones
(Pick-up) Button
(Hang-up/Back) Button
Volume up (Talk) Button
(MENU) Button
Volume downSOURCE Button / Buttons
(MENU) Icon
(HOME) Icon

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 352
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 353Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 354
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 355
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 359Opening the Hood ........................... 360
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 361
Oil Check ......................................... 362
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 363
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 364
Engine Coolant ................................ 366
Transmission Fluid ............................ 368
Brake Fluid ....................................... 369
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 370
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 371
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 378
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 382
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 383
Tire Labeling .................................... 383
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 385Wear Indicators................................ 387 Tire Service Life ................................ 387
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 388
Tire Rotation .................................... 389
Winter Tires ..................................... 390
Battery ............................................... 391
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 393
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance ....... 395
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 396
Exterior Care.................................... 398
* Not available on all models

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode................... 321
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 340
Accessories and Modifications ................ 349
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 149
Additives Coolant .................................................. 366
Engine Oil ............................................... 361
Washer ................................................... 370
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 361
Adjusting Front Seats.............................................. 133
Head Restraints ....................................... 135
Headlights .............................................. 371
Mirrors.................................................... 131
Rear Seats ............................................... 140
Steering Wheel ....................................... 130
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 196
Air Conditioning System Climate Control System .......................... 157
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows....................................... 158
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 395 Air Conditioning System
(Heating and Cooling System)Cooling ................................................... 156
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ....................................... 156
Heating ................................................... 155
Heating and Cooling System .................... 154
Air Pressure ....................................... 383, 431
Airbags ........................................................ 41
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 47
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 44
Indicator .............................................. 51, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 52
Sensors ...................................................... 41
Side Airbags .............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 50
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 340
Indicator .................................................... 73
Armrest ..................................................... 143
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 167 Audio System
............................................ 162
Adjusting the Sound................................ 174
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 164
Error Messages ........................................ 218
General Information ................................ 222
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 184, 209
Recommended CDs ................................. 222
Recommended Devices............................ 224
Remote Controls ................................. 5, 167
Security Code .......................................... 166
Theft Protection ...................................... 166
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 224
USB Port(s) .............................................. 163
Audio/Information Screen ............... 170, 191
Authorized Manuals ................................ 439
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 103
Customize ............................................... 104
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ........ 160
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 164
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 84