2022 ACURA TLX android auto

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
*1:Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Connections Android
Auto
(Saved
Devices)Sets up the Android Auto connection.
Disable/Enable
Delete Delete an Android Auto device. Cancel/Delete
Apple
CarPlay (Saved
Devices)Allow Apple
CarPlay
Sets up the Apple Ca
rPlay connection.Disable/Enable
AcuraLink
Assist Turn AcuraLink Assist on and off.
On
*1/Off
Delete Delete an Apple CarPlay device. Cancel/Delete
Display
BrightnessChanges the brightness of the audio/
information screen.—
Display OffTurns the audio/information screen
brightness off.—
Night ModeChanges between the daytime mode
and nighttime mode.
2 Display Setup P. 234
—Day Mode
More
SettingsContrastChanges the contrast of the audio/
information screen.—
Black LevelChanges the black level of the audio/
information screen.—
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
Features
■Bluetooth ® setup
You can turn Bluetooth® function on and off.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections .
4. Select Bluetooth .
5. Select Options .
6. Select On.
■Phone Setup1Bluetooth ® setup
If there is an active connection to Android Auto, this
setting is unavailable.
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Features
■To pair a cell phone (when there is no
phone paired to the system)
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Phone .
3. Select Connect Phone .
4. Make sure your phone is in search or
discoverable mode, then select + Connect
New Device .
u HFL automatically searches for a
Bluetooth® device.
5. Select your phone when it appears on the
list.
u If your phone still does not appear,
search for Bluetooth® devices using your
phone.
From your phone, search for
HandsFreeLink .
6. The system gives you a pairing code on the
audio/information screen.
u Confirm if the pairing code on the screen
and your phone match.
This may vary by phone.
7. Select desired functions and then select
Connect .
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen,
if the internet wireless hotspot function
is selected.1Phone Setup
Your Bluetooth -compatible phone must be paired to
the system before you ca n make and receive hands-
free calls.
Phone Pairing Tips:
•You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is
moving.
•Up to six phones can be paired.
•Your phone’s battery may dr ain faster when it is
paired to the system.
Once you have paired a phone, you can see it
displayed on the screen with one or more icons on
the right side.
These icons indicate the following: : The phone is compatible with Bluetooth® Audio.
: The phone can be used with HFL.
: The phone can be used with internet wireless
hotspot.
If there is an active connection to Appl e CarPlay or
Android Auto, pairing of additional Bluetooth®
compatible devices is unavailable.
Enable Smart Sharing pop-up
Smart Sharing shares phone data with Acura. You
can change the setting later by deleting the device in
Phone Menu .
For detailed information of all data shared visit
https://acuralink.acura.com/#/acuralinkLegalTerms
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
Features
■To change the currently paired phone
1. Go to the Phone Menu screen.
2Phone Menu screen P. 334
2.Select Change Connected Phone .
When connecting to another phone:
3. Select a phone to connect.
4. Select , or .
5. Select Connect .
When changing the currently paired phone
setting:
3. Select a currently paired phone.
4. Select , or .
5. Select Apply Changes .
1To change the currently paired phone
If there is an active connection to Android Auto, this
setting is unavailable.
If no other phones are found or paired when trying to
switch to another phone, HFL will continue to
connect an original phone.
To pair other phones, select + Connect New Device
from the Bluetooth screen.
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Features
■To delete a paired phone
1. Go to the Phone Menu screen.
2Phone Menu screen P. 334
2.Select Change Connected Phone .
3. Select a phone you want to delete.
4. Select Options.
5. Select Delete Device .
6. A confirmation message appears on the
screen. Select Delete.
1To delete a paired phone
You can also delete a pair ed phone by the following
procedure.
1. Press the (home) button.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Connections .
4. Select Bluetooth .
5. Select a phone you want to delete.
6. Select Options .
7. Select Delete Device .
8. A confirmation message appears on the screen.
Select Delete .
If there is an active conne ction to Android Auto, you
cannot delete a paired phone.
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uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u Text Message
Features
You can select one from the Bluetooth® device list to be active and receive
notifications. 1.Press the (home) button.
2. Select Messages.
3. Select MENU .
4. Select Change Connected Phone .
5. Change a desired phone.
2 To change the currently paired phone
P. 337
■Selecting a Phone1 Selecting a Phone
You can only receive notifications from one phone at
a time.
You can only connect one de vice to use both text
message function and Bluetooth® hands-free phone
function.
If there is an active connection to Android Auto, this
setting is unavailable.
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Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 492
Accessories and Modifications ................ 576
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 189
AcuraLink® .............................................. 358
AcuraWatch
TM.................................... 23, 416
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ............................ 93, 431
Adding the Coolant ................................. 547
Additives Coolant .......................................... 544, 546
Engine Oil ............................................... 536
Washer ................................................... 549
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 536
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 179
Front Seats.............................................. 168
Head Restraints ....................................... 174
Mirrors.................................................... 165
Steering Wheel ....................................... 164
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 407
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 197
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 570
Sensors ................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................ 200
Air Pressure ...................................... 556, 633
Airbags ....................................................... 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49 Airbag Care ............................................... 60
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator .............................................. 57, 88
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 58
Sensors ...................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 54
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 56
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 238
Android Auto ............................................ 272
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 492
Indicator .................................................... 88
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 268
Armrest ..................................................... 179
AT&T Hotspot ........................................... 266
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 208
Audio System ............................................ 204
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 233
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 214
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 206
Display Setup ........................................... 234
Error Messages ........................................ 276
General Information ................................ 279
Home Screen ........................................... 218
How to Update Wirelessly ........................ 227
How to Update with a USB Device ........... 231
How to use Siri Eyes Free ......................... 267
iPod ......................................................... 255
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 234
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 258 Reactivating ............................................ 207
Remote Controls ..................................... 208
Security Code .......................................... 207
Status Area ............................................. 223
System Updates....................................... 227
Theft Protection ...................................... 207
True Touchpad Interface.......................... 211
USB Flash Drives .............................. 258, 281
USB Ports ................................................ 205
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 214
Authorized Manuals ................................ 643
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 135
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 154
Indicator.................................................... 90
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 398
OFF Button .............................................. 400
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 490
Indicator............................................ 82, 490
Automatic Folding Door Mirror .............. 167
Automatic Lighting .................................. 151
Automatic Transmission ........................... 381
Creeping ................................................. 381
Kickdown ................................................ 381
Operating the Shift Button ................ 20, 384
Shifting ................................................... 382
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 206
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 103
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