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Features
HFL can display newly received text message s as well as 20 of the most recently
received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be read aloud
and replied to using a fixed common phrase. 1.A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new
text message.
2. Rotate to select Yes to listen to the
message, then press .
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
3. To discontinue the message read-out, press
the BACK button.
■Receiving a Text Message1Receiving a Text Message
Not all phones are compatible with this feature.
Check handsfreelink.com for a list of compatible
phones.
The system does not display any received messages
while you are driving. You can only hear them read
aloud.
With some phones, you may be able to display upto
20 most recent text messages.
Only the first three lines of the received message are
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State or local laws may limit your use of the HFL text
message feature. Only use the text message feature
when conditions allow you to do so safely.
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1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
■Displaying Messages1Displaying Messages
The icon appears next to an unread message.
Only the first three lines of the received message are
displayed with this option.
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If you delete a message on the phone, the message is
also deleted in the system. If you send a message
from the system, the message goes to your phone’s
outbox.
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■Using the stop reading or read option
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Stop Reading or Read ,
then press .1 Using the stop reading or read option
This option changes to:
•Stop Reading while the text message is read out.
Select this option to disc ontinue the message read-
out.
•Read when you go to the Text Message menu, or
after you selected Stop Reading. Select this option
to hear the system re ading out the selected
message.
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■Reply to a message
You can reply to a message using one of the
six common phrases available in the system.
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Reply, then press .
6. Rotate to select the reply message, then
press .
7. The reply message you selected is displayed.
Select Yes to send the message.1Reply to a message
The available fixed reply messages are as follows:
•Talk to you later, I’m driving.
•I am on my way.•I’m running late.
•OK
•Yes•No
You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.
Only certain phones receiv e and send messages when
paired and connected. For a list of compatible
phones:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com , or call
1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca , or call 1-888-
528-7876.
After you reply, the fo llowing is displayed:
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■Making a call to a sender
You can call the text message sender.
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select to Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Call, then press .
u HFL begins dialing.
■Displaying an entire message
1. Press the PHONE button or the button.
2. Rotate to select to Text Message, then
press .
3. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading out
the message.
4. Press to enter the Text Message Menu .
5. Rotate to select Display Message,
then press .
6. Rotate to scroll down and display the
entire message.
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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of
FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standa rd, described below:
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two condition s: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this de vice must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence -exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) th is device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
AcuraLink*
Audio System
Blind spot information (BSI) System*
Bluetooth® Audio
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM *
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Keyless Access System
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
* Not available on all models
Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 322
Accessories and Modifications ................ 394
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 176
AcuraWatch
TM............................................ 18
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .......... 81, 286
Additives Coolant .................................................. 360
Engine Oil ............................................... 355
Washer ................................................... 364
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 355
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 170
Front Seats.............................................. 164
Head Restraints ....................................... 166
Mirrors.................................................... 161
Rear Seats ............................................... 169
Steering Wheel ....................................... 160
Temperature ........................................... 100
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ....................... 182
Changing the Mode................................ 182
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 183
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 388
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 182
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode ................................ 184
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 182
Air Pressure ...................................... 377, 433 Airbags
........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 42
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator .............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Intelligent
Control System ........................................ 316
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 200
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 322
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 170
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 191
Audio System ............................................ 188
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 199
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 189
Error Messages ........................................ 217
General Information ................................ 220
iPod ®....................................................... 207
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 212
Pandora ®................................................. 210
Reactivating ............................................. 190
Recommended CDs ................................. 221
Recommended Devices ............................ 223
Remote Controls ..................................... 191
Security Code .......................................... 190
Theft Protection ....................................... 190 USB Flash Drives ...................................... 223
USB Port.................................................. 189
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 193
Authorized Manuals ................................ 441
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 132
Customize ....................................... 107, 114
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 154
Automatic Lighting .................................. 150
Automatic Transmission ........................... 276
Creeping ................................................. 276
Fluid ........................................................ 362
Kickdown ................................................ 276
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 278
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 279
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 419
Shifting ................................................... 277
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 189
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 100
Average Speed ......................................... 101
AWD .......................................................... 316
B
Battery ...................................................... 385
Charging System Indicator................. 70, 422
Jump Starting .......................................... 417
Maintenance (Checki ng the Battery) ........ 385
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 31
Beverage Holders ..................................... 175
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 313
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 215
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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 226
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 320
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 322
Brake Assist System ................................. 323
Fluid ........................................................ 363
Foot Brake ............................................... 321
Indicator ............................................ 68, 424
Parking Brake .......................................... 320
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 156
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 313
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 365
Back-Up Light and Taillight ...................... 370
Brake Light/Taillight/Rear Side Marker Light and
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs ................... 368
Fog Lights ................................................ 365
Front Turn Signal Light /Parking Light/Daytime
Running Light and Front Side Marker Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 367
Headlights ............................................... 365
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 371
Rear License Plate Light............................ 371
Side Turn Signal Light /Emergency Indicator
Light ...................................................... 366
Bulb Specifications .................................... 432
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hook ............................................... 177
Carrying Cargo .................................. 259, 261 CD Player
................................................... 204
Certification Label .................................... 434
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 365
Charging System Indicator ................. 70, 422
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 131
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 131
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 391
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 389
Client Service Information ....................... 442
Climate Control System ............................ 182
Changing the Mode ................................ 182
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 183
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 388
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 182
Sensors ................................................... 185
Synchronized Mode................................. 184
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 182
Clock .......................................................... 120
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 324 Coat Hook
................................................ 177
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 324
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 397, 433
Compass .................................................... 255
Console Compartment ............................. 174
Controls .................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 360
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 361
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 360
Overheating ............................................ 420
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 276
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 337
Cruise Control .......................................... 281
Indicator ................................................... 78
Cup Holders .............................................. 175
Customized Features ....................... 102, 108
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 152
Dead Battery ............................................ 417
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 183
Detachable Anchor .................................... 36
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 435
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 149
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 161
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 356
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 149