2017 HONDA HR-V traction control

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Touchscreen Operation*
Use simple gestures—including touching, swiping, and scrolling—to \
operate certain
audio functions.
Some items may be grayed out during driving to reduce the potential for \
distraction.
You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or use voice commands*.
Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen response.
*if equipped
**HondaLink can be accessed only if the app is installed on your
smartphone, and the phone is connected to the system (see page 59).
HOME
MENU
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Power button:
Turn audio on
or off.
HOME
(screen shown)
MENU: Display
menu items for the
selected screen.
BACK: Go back to
the previous screen. button:
Change screen
brightness.
Settings: Choose
Audio for options. HondaLink: View apps when
your phone is connected
through HondaLink**. Audio: Display
current audio
information.
Volume
Display button:
Change the display.
Changing Icon Order You can change the order of the icons on the Home screen.
1.

From the Home screen, select Settings.
2.


Select System.
3.


Select Home.
4.


Select Home Screen Edit Order
.
5.

Select and hold the icon you want to move and slide
it to a different position.
HondaLink®
You can connect a compatible smartphone to the audio system to enable int\
egration
between the smartphone’s approved apps and the vehicle. This allows you to control
the phone’s apps through the touchscreen.
To check smartphone compatibility and connection instructions, visit
handsfreelink.com.
To get more information on HondaLink features and apps, visit www.hondalink.com.

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Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling 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.
Models with color audio system
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
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.
Selector knob: Rotate and
press to make selections.
BACK button: Go back to the
previous display. PHONE button: Display the
phone screen.
HFL display
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 Y

es.
2.

Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
Select OK.
3.


HFL 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.


HFL gives you a pairing code. Compare it to the

code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL


from your phone.
Pairing an Additional Phone1.
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.


HFL 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.

HFL gives you a pairing code. Enter it on your
phone when prompted.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®

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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 T

alk button.
Press the Talk button and follow the prompts.
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.
Models with touchscreen
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 after pressing and holding
the Menu button.
SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection after
pressing and holding the Menu button.
MENU button: From the phone screen, press and hold
to display speed dial, call history, or redial.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK®

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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
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
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 kil\
led.
Operate system controls only when the conditions permit you to safely do\
so.
WARNING
Hang-Up/Back button: Press to cancel a command
or operation.
Talk button: Press to say voice commands.
+ / - buttons: Adjust the volume.
SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection after
pressing and holding the MENU button.
Menu button: From the map screen, press and hold to
display Go Home and other options.
Navigation Display and ControlsUse the touchscreen to enter information and make selections.
HOME
MENU
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Navi: Display the
map screen.
HOME
(screen shown)
Info: Select items
such as trip
computer, traffic
incidents, and
more.
BACK: Go back
to the previous
display. Settings: Select Navi from the
Settings screen for map and
navigation options.
MENU: From
the map screen,
select various
destination
options.
GPS signal
strength
Traffic
incident
icon Traffic
flow
Current
map scale Current
vehicle
position
Map
orientation
Current
street
Traffic
status
Map
menu Landmark
icon

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Automatic Brake Hold
Maintains rear brake hold even after the brake pedal is released. Make sure the
vehicle is on and your seat belt is fastened when operating this feature\
.
1.

Press the BRAKE HOLD button behind the shift
lever

. The BRAKE HOLD indicator appears in the
instrument panel.
2.

With the shift lever in Drive (D) or Neutral (N),
press the brake pedal and come to a complete
stop. The HOLD indicator appears, and brake
hold is applied. Release the brake pedal.
Press the accelerator pedal (or shift into a gear and release the clutc\
h pedal
for manual transmission) to cancel brake hold and start moving.
T

o turn off brake hold: Press the brake pedal and press BRAKE HOLD again.
Automatic brake hold cancels when:
•
Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes.
•


The electric parking brake is engaged.
•


The foot brake is pressed and the shift lever is moved to P or R.
•


The engine stalls (manual transmission).
•


The driver’
s seat belt is unfastened.
•

The engine is turned off.Using the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads m\

ay
still allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake p\
edal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may cause a crash resulting in serio\
us
injury or death.
Never use the automatic brake hold system or rely on it to keep a vehicl\
e from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or slippery roads.
WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system to park the vehicle may resul\
t in
the vehicle unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may cause a crash, resulting in serious
injury or death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is temporarily kept by automatic brake
hold and always park the vehicle by putting the transmission in Park (P\
) and
applying the parking brake.
WARNING
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
Also knows as Electronic Stability Control (ESC), VSA helps to stabili\
ze the vehicle
during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intende\
d. It
assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by regulating engin\
e output and
selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on every time you start the engine,
even if you previously turned it off. 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 turned off, traction control stops functioning, which may ma\
ke it
easier when trying to free your vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA OFF indicator
VSA
OFF
button
*if equipped
Eco Assist® System
Can help improve your fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the e\
ngine,
transmission, climate control system, and cruise control.
ECON Button* Press the ECON button to turn the system on or off.
The ECON Mode indicator appears when the system
is turned on.
Ambient MeterA color-coded ring around the speedometer
changes based on your driving style and brake or
accelerator pedal operation.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Spirited acceleration/deceleration
Ambient meter

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All\
tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in a\
ddition to
these grades.
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test\
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servi\
ce practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concre\
te. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the\
tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat w\
hen tested
under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test whee\
l. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and re\
duce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Th\
e grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel th\
an the
minimum required by law.
WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla\
tion, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat b\
uildup
and possible tire failure.

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VOICE COMMAND INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Navigation Commands (continued)
Find Place Commands
•

Find nearest (specify place):
− Fuel and auto
− Honda dealers
− Gas station
− Auto parts & electronics
− Auto repair & maintenance
− Car wash & detailing
− Motorcycle dealers
− Other car dealerships
− Roadside assistance
− AT

M
− Bank
− Check cashing
− Currency exchange
− Community
− Business
− City hall
− Civic center
− Convention center
− Court house
− Higher education
− Library
− Post office
− School
− Emergency room
− Hospital
− Police station
− V

eterinarian
− Lodging
− Bed & breakfast
− Hotel
− Resort
− Recreation
− Amusement park
− Golf course
− Historical monument
− Marina
− Movie theater
− Museum
− Park
− Performing arts
− Sports complex
− T
ourist attraction
− Restaurant
− American restaurant
− Californian restaurant
− Chinese restaurant
− Coffee shop
− Continental restaurant
− Fast food
− French restaurant
− German restaurant
− Greek restaurant
− Indian restaurant
− Italian restaurant
− Japanese restaurant
− Korean restaurant
− Mexican restaurant
− Pizza
− Seafood restaurant
− Thai restaurant
− V

egetarian restaurant
− Vietnamese restaurant
− Other restaurant
− Shopping
− Shopping area
− Accessory store
− Book store
− Clothing store
− Grocery store
− Home improvement store
− Mall
− Office supply store
− Pharmacy
− Pet food store
− Sewing store
− Shoe store
− Sporting goods store
− T

oy store Route Commands
The system accepts these commands when a route is set.
•

How long to the destination?
•


How far to the destination?
•


Display destination map
•


Display entire route
− T ravel center
− Airport
− Automobile club
− Bus station
− Camping
− Commuter rail station
− Ferry terminal
− Named place
− Park & ride
− Parking garage
− Parking lot
− Rental car agency
− Rest area
− Ski area
− T

ourist information
− T

rain station
− T

ravel agency
− T

ruck stop
Climate Control CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.
•

Climate control automatic
(maintains selected temperature)
•


Climate control on*
•


Climate control off*
•


Air conditioner on*
•


Air conditioner off*
•


Climate control defrost on*
•


Climate control defrost off*
•


Rear defrost on*
•


Rear defrost off*
•


Climate control fresh air
•


Climate control recirculate
•


Climate control vent
•


Climate control bi-level (vent and
floor)
•


Climate control floor
•


Climate control floor and defrost
•


Climate control mode automatic •


Fan speed up
•


Fan speed down
•


Fan speed # (#: 1 to 7)
•


T
emperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29°C)
•

Driver temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29°C)
•


Passenger temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87°F / 15 to 29°C)
•


T
emperature up
•

T
emperature down
•

Driver temperature up
•


Driver temperature down
•


Passenger temperature up**
•


Passenger temperature down**
•


T
emperature max heat
•

T
emperature max cool
*These commands toggle the function on and off, so the command may not match your intended action. *if equipped.
• Cancel route
•
Repeat guidance
•


Route menu