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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.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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.
T
alk 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.
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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.
T
alk 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
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.
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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 And\
roid Auto
(see page 66), pairing of additional Bluetooth-compatible devices is u\
navailable
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.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Talk Button Tips
•
When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
•
To bypass the system prompts, simply press the T
alk button again to say your
command.
•
When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are high
lighted
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.
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NAVIGATION86 |
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 T
alk 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.
Models with touchscreen
Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone is paired to the syste\
m.
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 no\
t
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 aud\
io 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”
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DRIVING
DRIVING
Changing the Power Mode*
Use the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/SToP button to cycle through power modes or start the
engine.
Accessory or On mode:
Press the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/
ST
oP button once without pressing the brake pedal
for Accessory mode. Press it again for
on mode.
Starting the engine:
Press and hold the brake pedal
or clutch, then press the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/SToP button.
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting
the engine.
T
urning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P) or apply the parking brake, then press the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/SToP button. If you press the button and the shift lever is not in
Park (P), the vehicle goes into Accessory mode.
*if equipped
Shifting
Change the shift position based on your driving needs.
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)*
Park (P): Used for parking or starting/stopping
the engine. Press the brake pedal, then press the
release button to shift.
Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used for idling.
Drive (D): Used for normal driving.
Drive (S): Used for better acceleration, increased
engine braking, driving in hilly terrain, or paddle
shifting*.
Low (L)*: Used for stronger engine power and
braking when driving in hilly terrain.
When you change the shift lever from D to
r and vice versa, come to a complet
e
stop and keep the brake pedal depressed.
operating the shift lever before the
vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. Y
ou could
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Release button
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press
the brake pedal. Keep your foot firmly on the brake
pedal when starting the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the shift lever is in Neutral (N), then
press the brake pedal with your right foot and the
clutch pedal with your left foot. The clutch must be
fully pressed to start the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
Starting the Ignition*Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or star\
t the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: operate other electrical items, such as
wipers and power windows. This is also the position
when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine. The switch returns to oN when
you release the key.
Manual transmission models
*if equipped
Brake peda l
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal
removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steerin\
g.
This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.
Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
2.
Connect the other end of the first jumper cable
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
3.
Connect the second jumper cable to the booster
battery (-) terminal.
4.
Connect the other end of the second jumper cable
to the engine mounting bolt as shown. Do not
connect this jumper cable to any other part.
5.
If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly
.
6.
Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns
over slowly
, make sure that the jumper cables have
good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\
compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
Booster battery
4-cylinder model s
6-cylinder models
Booster battery
4-cylinder
models
6-cylinder
models
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriou\
sly
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the batt\
ery.
WARNING
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a beep sounds an\
d the eNGINe
STA
rT/SToP button indicator flashes. A message appears in the multi-information\
display with information on how to start the engine.*
1.
Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/SToP button while the indicator is
flashing.
2.
With the brake pedal or clutch pedal pressed,
press the
eNGINe ST
A
rT/SToP button within 10
seconds.
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Par\
k (P).
1.
Set the parking brake.
2.
remove the key from the ignition, or remove the
built-in key from the remote transmitter
.
3.
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-tip
screwdriver
. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
4.
Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5.
While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into Neutral
(N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
*if equipped
Slo t
Cove r
Release button
Shift lock
release slot
FPO