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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 saying each command.
1.

Say
“Call by name.”
2.

Say the
name of the stored voice tag.
3.

The
system begins to dial.
Using the MID
Press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel.
1.

The speed
dial list appears in the MID. For Call
History, move the left selector wheel to the
right.
2.

Use the
left selector wheel to scroll through the
list to find the entry you want to call, and select
it to call.
Using the Phone screen
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

Pr
ess PHONE.
2.

F
or Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll
through the list to find the entry you want to
call, and select it to call.
For Call History, move the interface dial to the
right and scroll through the list.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them.
1.

Select Shortcuts.
2.


Select Phone.
3.


Select Speed
Dial or Call History. Speed dial
entries must be previously stored to the
Shortcuts menu. Select Edit and follow the
prompts.
4.

Select the desir
ed entry to call.
111AAA#### Mr.AAA
Mr.BBB
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select
Phone Settings.
3.

Select
Select Account.
4.

Select
Text Messages or an e-mail account.
Receiving and Responding to MessagesWhen your receive a new message, a pop-up appears in the upper display. Use
the interface dial 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.
3.

T
o reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new message.
To call the sender: Select Call.
Roadside Assistance*
Call for assistance for unexpected incidents from your paired and linked phone. Use
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

F
rom the Phone menu, press MENU.
2.

Select
Roadside Assistance.
3.

Y
our vehicle’s location and VIN are displayed.
Select the phone number to begin the call.
*if equipped
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®
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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 system controls.
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 give voice
commands. For a full list of navigation voice
commands, see page 133.
Hang-Up/Back button: Press to cancel a command
or operation.
Talk button: Press to say voice commands.
Talk Button Tips
•
When using
the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•

T
o 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.
•

R
educe all background noise.
•

A
djust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•

Close
the windows and moonroof.
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed.
Only operate system controls when the conditions permit you to safely do
so.
WARNING
NAVIGATION
Talk
button Back
button
Navigation Display and Controls Use the controls to enter information and make selections. Some manual
functions are inoperable while driving.
NAV button:
Display the map
screen or directions
when en route. INFO
button:
Select items such as
traffic incidents and
AcuraLink messages.
BACK button:
Return to the
previous display.
SETTINGS button:
Change Navi settings. MENU button:
Enter destination
information.
button: Change
screen brightness.
Use the interface dial
to make adjustments. Interface dial:
Rotate to zoom
in or out of the map. Press to
display the map menu. Rotate
and press to select items.
GPS
signal
strength Traffic
incident icon*
Traffic
status* Traffic flow*
Current
map scale Current
vehicle
position
Map
orientation
Current streetLandmark
icon
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Interface Dial Feedback
Configure the system to read aloud selections made using the interface dial. Use
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select S
ystem Settings.
3.

Select Interface Dial F
eedback.
4.

Select Off
, Auto, or On.
On: Always reads the selection.
Auto: Reads the selection only when the vehicle is moving.
Off: Turns interface dial feedback off.
System Guidance Volume
Adjust the navigation system guidance volume from the map menu. Use the
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

F
rom the map screen, press the interface dial to
display the map menu.
2.

Select
Guidance Volume.
3.

A
djust the volume to your preferred level.
4.

Pr
ess BACK to exit the menu.
During guidance, you can also use the audio volume knob or steering wheel
controls to adjust the volume.
Voice Prompt Turn the voice prompt feature on or off. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select S
ystem Settings.
3.

Select V
oice Prompt.
4.

Select Off
or On.
On: Provides voice prompts.
Off: Voice prompts are disabled.
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. Use the
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select
Navi Settings.
3.

Select Edit
Go Home.
4.

Enter
the address and select OK.
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk
button and say “Go
home” at any time. You can also select Go Home from the destination menu.
Street Address
Enter a street address using voice commands. Press the Talk button before saying
each command.
You can also enter the address manually when the vehicle is stopped. While on
the map screen, press MENU and use the interface dial to select Address. Follow
the prompts.
1.

F
rom the Voice Portal screen, say “Address.”
2.

The system pr
ompts you to say the entire
address. For example, say “1-2-3-4 Main Street,
Los Angeles, California.”
3.

The system interpr
ets the address by state, city,
street, and address number. If necessary, you
may have to clarify similar matches.
4.

Say
“Set as destination” to set the route.
U.S. models
From the map screen, say “Display Menu,” followed by “Address.” Follow the
prompts.
Canadian models

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Place Category
Enter a point of interest using voice commands. Press the Talk button before
saying each command.
1.

F
rom the Voice Portal, say “Place name.”
2.

Say a category
. For example, “ATM/Bank.”
3.

Say the
name of the point of interest. For
example, “ABC Bank.”
4.

The system interpr
ets the name. If necessary,
you may have to clarify similar matches.

If there is more than one point of interest with
the name, a list of matches appears in order of
closest distance. Say the number next to the
place you want.
5.

Say
“Set as destination” to set the route.
If the system does not recognize the specific name,
you can enter it manually when the vehicle is
stopped. While on the map screen, press MENU and
use the interface dial to select Place Name. Enter the
name one letter at a time, and follow the prompts.
Find Nearest Place Enter a destination by category and distance using voice commands. Press the
Talk button before saying each command.
1.

Say
“Find nearest” and a place. For example,
“Find nearest ATM.”
2.

A list
of the nearest places in your area is
displayed by shortest distance to destination.
3.

Say the
number next to the destination you
want to select.
4.

Say
“Set as destination” to set the route.
ODMD Shortcuts
You can add up to six destinations to the Shortcuts (Places tab) in the ODMD.
The addresses must be previously stored in the navigation system address book.
1.

Select Shortcuts.
2.


Select Places.
3.


Select No Entry
to store a previously stored
address book entry, or select a stored entry to
route to it.
Routing
After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route.
Map Legend
During route guidance
Next
guidance
point
Estimated
time to
destination
Distance to
destination Destination
Calculated
route
Distance
to next
maneuver
Turn-by-Turn Directions
Shows a more detailed view of the next maneuver on the multi-information
display. Use the right selector wheel on the steering wheel to bypass the display.
Upcoming
maneuver
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Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure or
other obstacle. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

When en r
oute, press MENU.
2.

Select Detour
. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™*
View traffic flow, incidents, and construction in major metro areas. You can
also route around congestion or incidents using voice commands. Press the Talk
button before saying each command. Available in the U.S. only.
1.

When en r

oute, say “Display traffic on my route.”
A list of incidents on your route appears.
2.

Say the

number of the incident you want to
avoid.
3.

Say

“Avoid” and the incident list returns.
4.

Say

“Reroute” to set the new route.
*Requires AcuraLink subscription.
Canceling Your Route You can cancel your route at any time. Press the Talk button and say “Cancel
route.” You can also use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1.

When en r
oute, press MENU.
2.

Select
Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
map screen returns.
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
DRIVING
If the doors are frozen shut, 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.
NOTICE
Interior Checks
•
Stor
e or secure all items on board properly.
•

Do not pile items higher
than the seat height.
•

Do not place an
ything in the front seat footwells. Secure the floor mats.
•

If
you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely in the vehicle.
•

Secur
ely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
•

A
djust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
•

Mak
e sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under
the seats.
•

Ev
eryone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start
the vehicle, and go off soon after. In addition:
•

During
the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acceleration
or full throttle operation so as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
•

A
void hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
•
Mak
e sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
•

R
emove any frost, snow, or ice.
•

Mak
e sure the hood is securely closed.
•

Heat
from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left under
the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your 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 for leftover flammable materials after you
or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
•

Mak
e sure the tires are in good condition.
•

Mak
e sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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Cruise Control*
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can
travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
Setting the Vehicle Speed1.
Pr
ess CRUISE. The CRUISE MAIN indicator appears.
2.

A
ccelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/40
km/h). Press SET/- and take your foot off the pedal
to set the speed. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator
appears.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press RES/+ to increase or SET/- to decrease speed.
Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed
increases or decreases until you release it.
Canceling Cruise ControlPress CANCEL, CRUISE, or the brake pedal. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off.
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing RES/+ while
driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h).
Press CRUISE to turn the system off.
CRUISE button
RES/+ switch
SET/- switch
CANCEL button
*if equipped
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a
vehicle detected ahead of yours.
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1.
Pr
ess MAIN. The ACC indicator appears.
2.

A
ccelerate to the desired speed.
Abo

ve 25 mph (40 km/h): Press SET/- and take your



foot off the

pedal to set the speed.
Belo

w 25 mph (40 km/h) (Low Speed Follow): Press

SET/-

to set the speed at 25 mph (40 km/h) if a

v

ehicle is detected in front of you.

Adjusting the Vehicle Speed Press RES/+ to increase speed or SET/- to decrease
speed.
Each time you press the switch up or down, the vehicle
speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1
km/h). If you keep the switch pressed up or down, the
vehicle speed increases or decreases by 5 mph (5 km/h)
until you release it.
Adjusting the Following Interval Press the Interval button to change the following
interval. Each time you press the button, the
following interval setting cycles through short,
middle, long, and extra long.
Interval Short Middle LongExtra Long
Approx.
Gap
(seconds) 1 .1
1.5 2 .12.8
Switching to Standard Cruise Control
Press and hold the Interval button.
Cruise mode appears in the multi-information display. Press and hold the button
again to switch back to ACC.
*if equipped
CANCEL
MAIN button
RES/+ switch
SET/- switch
CANCEL button
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When in Operation
If a vehicle is detected ahead of you when ACC is turned on, the system
maintains, accelerates, or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed to keep the
vehicle’s set following interval from the vehicle ahead.
If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows down
abruptly, or if another vehicle cuts in front of you,
a beep sounds and BRAKE appears on the multi-
information display to alert you.
When a vehicle detected ahead is within ACC with
low speed follow range and stops, your vehicle also
stops. The Stopped message appears on the multi-
information display.
When the vehicle ahead of you starts again, the
vehicle icon on the multi-information display
blinks. Press RES/+/SET/– up or down, or press the
accelerator pedal to resume the prior set speed.
Exiting a vehicle that has been stopped while the ACC with LSF system is
operating can result in the vehicle moving without operator control. Always
make sure the shift lever is in Park (P) before exiting the vehicle.
A vehicle that moves without operator control can cause a crash, resulting in
serious injury or death.
Never exit a vehicle when the vehicle is stopped by ACC with LSF.
WARNING
ACC has limited braking capability.
When your vehicle speed drops below 22 mph, ACC will automatically cancel
and no longer will apply your vehicle’s brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake pedal when conditions require.
WARNING
Improper use of ACC with LSF can lead to a crash.
Use ACC with LSF only when driving on expressways or freeways and in good
weather conditions.
WARNING
Canceling ACCYou can press CANCEL or MAIN, or press the brake
pedal. The ACC indicator goes off.
Certain conditions may cause ACC

to cancel
automaticall

y. When this happens, the amber ACC
indicator appears on the multi-information display
(see page 23).
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still resume the prior set speed by
pressing RES/ACCEL.
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Parking Sensor System*
When the system senses an object when you are parking or backing up, an indicator
appears on the upper display and a series of beeps will sound. As you get closer to
the object, the beep rate increases.
Turning the System On or Off
Press the parking sensor button. A green indicator
light appears on the button when the system is on.
*if equipped
Multi-View Rear Camera*
When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle
is shown in the display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath
the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting,
and high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do not rely on the rearview display, which does
not give you all information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.
Changing GuidelinesTurn the camera guidelines on or off. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1.

Pr
ess SETTINGS.
2.

Select Camera
Settings.
3.

Select
Rear Camera.
4.

Select one of the options.

Fixed Guideline: Guidelines appear when you
shift into Reverse. Select On or Off.
Dynamic Guideline: Guidelines move as you turn
the steering wheel. Select On or Off.
5.

Pr
ess BACK to exit the menu.
Wide view Normal view Top down view
Press the
interface dial
to toggle
between
views.
*if equipped
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
Also known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), VSA helps to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intended. It assists
in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by regulating engine output and
selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on every time you turn on the vehicle. If you turn VSA off, your
vehicle has normal braking and cornering ability, but not VSA traction and
stability enhancement.
Press and hold the VSA

OFF button until
you hear
a beep to turn VSA on or off. The VSA OFF indicator
appears when the system is off.
When VSA is off, traction control stops functioning,
which allows the wheels to spin more freely at low
speed. This can be helpful when trying to free your
vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA OFF button VSA OFF indicator
Display indicators
Parking
sensor
button