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If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for one hour before trying again.
The system will retain your AM and FM presets even if power is disconnected.
U.S.owners We recommend that you register the security code at Owner Link (owners. honda.com). If you lose the Anti- theft Identification Card before registering the code at Owner Link, you must obtain the code from your dealer or com/ audio system’s serial number. If you do not have the serial number with you, ask your dealer or go to for radio-navicode.honda.com/ information on how to retrieve it.
. To do this, you will need the
https://radio-navicode.honda.
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Radio Theft Protection
Canadianowners If you lose the Anti-theft Identification Card, you must obtain the code from your dealer. To do this, you will need the audio system’s serial number. If you do not have the serial number with you, ask your dealer how to retrieve it.
Onmodelswithnavigationsystem You need to enter a separate code for the navigation system to reactivate. The Anti-theft Card also lists the navigation system’s security code and serial number. Follow the same procedure to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code, and read the navigation system manual for details.
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Setting the Clock (Models without navigation system)
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To set the time, press the CLOCK button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink.
Change the hours by pressing the H (hour) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. Change the minutes by pressing the M (minute) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.
Press the CLOCK button again to enter the set time.
You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, press and hold the CLOCK button, then press the R (reset) button to set the time back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, the same procedure sets the time forward to the beginning of the next hour.
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CLOCK BUTTON (A.SEL side of the A.SEL/SCAN bar)
EX model without navigation system and LX model
HOUR BUTTON (PRESET 1)
HOUR BUTTON (PRESET 4)
RESET BUTTON (PRESET 6)
MINUTE BUTTON (PRESET 5)
CLOCK BUTTON (FM/AM button)
RESET BUTTON (PRESET 3)
MINUTE BUTTON (PRESET 2)
For example:
1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:52 will reset to 2:00When you set the time, the ignition switch must be ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
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OnLXandEXmodels The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit. This alarm continues for two minutes, then the system resets. To deactivate the system before the two minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver’s door with the key or the remote transmitter. The security system sets automatically 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and the hatch. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors and the hatch from the outside with the key, or use driver’s lock tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself.
Security System
The security system does not set if the hood, hatch, or any door is not fully closed. If the system will not set, check the door and hatch open indicator on the instrument panel and multi-information display (see page hatch are fully closed. Since it is not part of the monitor display, manually check the hood.
) to see if the doors and
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
Once the security system is sets, opening any door, the hatch, or the hood without using the key or the remote transmitter, will cause the alarm to activate. It also activates if the audio unit is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut.
The alarm also activates if a passenger inside the locked vehicle turns the ignition switch on.
To see if the system is set
NOTE: after you exit the vehicle, press the LOCK button on the remote transmitter within five seconds. If the system is set, the horn will beep once.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it.
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Cruise Control
OnLXandEXmodels Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
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Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
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Using the Cruise Control
CRUISE BUTTON
RES/ACCEL BUTTON
CANCEL BUTTON
SET/DECEL BUTTON
1.
Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on.
2.
Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).
3.
Press and release the SET/ DECEL button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.
Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your vehicle speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will come back on.
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Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.
To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. Each time you do this, the vehicle will speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Push on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed, then press the SET/ DECEL button.
You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the SET/DECEL button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/DECEL button. Each time you do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the SET/ DECEL button.
Cruise Control
Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.
Resting your foot on the brake pedal causes cruise control to cancel.
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Cruise Control
Canceling Cruise Control
CRUISE BUTTON
RES/ACCEL BUTTON
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CANCEL BUTTON
SET/DECEL BUTTON
You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:
Tap the brake pedal.
Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.
Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel.
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EXmodelsonly Tapping either of the paddle shifters shifts the speed up or down, but does not cancel the cruise control. For more information on driving with paddle shifters, see page
276
Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake pedal, the system will remember the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on. The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.
Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
HandsFreeLink (HFL)
Bluetooth allows you to place and receive phone calls using voice commands, without handling your cell phone.
For models with the navigation system, see the Navigation System Manual for how to operate the Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink .
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To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth- compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities:
Using HFL HFLButtons
HFL TALK BUTTON
In the U.S., visit com
or call (888) 528-7876.
handsfreelink.honda.
In Canada, visit or call (888) 528-7876.
www.handsfreelink.ca,
HFL BACK BUTTON
HFL Talk button release to give a command or answer a call.
Press and
−
−
HFL Back button release to end a call, go back to the previous command, or cancel the command.
Press and
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you want to make a command. After the beep, speak in a clear, natural tone.
Many commands can be spoken together. For example, you can say ‘‘Call 123-456- ’’ or ‘‘Dial Peter.’’
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Try to reduce all background noise. If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, commands may be misinterpreted.
To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls.
VoiceControlTips
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MICROPHONE
Air or wind noise from the dashboard and side vents and all windows may interfere with the microphone. Adjust or close them as necessary.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
HelpFeatures
To hear general HFL information, including help on pairing a phone or setting up the system, say ‘‘Tutorial.’’
For help at any time, including a list of available commands, say ‘‘Hands free help.’’
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InformationDisplay As an incoming call notification, you will see the following display:
Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and roaming status information to HFL.
SIGNAL STRENGTH BATTERY
LEVEL STATUS
HFL MODE
ROAM STATUS
PHONE DIALING
The Bluetooth icon appear on the display when a phone is linked.
will also
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
How to Use HFL
The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
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Press HFL Talk button
‘‘Pair’’
‘‘Edit’’
Pair a phone to the system
(See page 231)
Edit the name of a paired phone
(See page 232)
‘‘Phone Setup’’
‘‘Delete’’
Delete a paired phone from the system
(See page 232)
‘‘List’’
‘‘Status’’
‘‘Next Phone’’
Hear a list of all phones paired to the system Hear which paired phone is currently linked to the system (See page 233) Search for another previously paired phone to link to
(See page 232)
(See page 233)
‘‘Set Pairing Code’’
Set the pairing code to a ‘‘Fixed’’ or ‘‘Random’’ number (See page 233)
‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial’’
‘‘123-555-
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’’
Enter desired phone number
(See page 234)
‘‘Jim Smith’’
Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here. (See page 234)
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
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Press HFL Talk button
‘‘Redial’’
‘‘Transfer’’
‘‘Mute’’
‘‘Send’’
Redial the last number called (See page 235)
Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 236)
Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call
(See page 236)
Send numbers or names during a call
(See page 236)
‘‘Store’’
‘‘Edit’’
Store a phonebook entry
(See page 237)
Edit the number of an existing phonebook entry
(See page 237)
‘‘Phonebook’’
‘‘Delete’’
Delete a phonebook entry
(See page 238)
‘‘Receive Contact’’
‘‘List’’
If your phone supports this function, use this to transfer contacts from your phone to HFL
(See page 238)
Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries
(See page 238)
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
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Press HFL Talk button
‘‘System Set up’’
‘‘Security’’
Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each key cycle to access the system
(See page 239)
‘‘Change Passcode’’
Change your security passcode
(See page 240)
‘‘Call Notification’’
‘‘Auto Transfer’’
‘‘Clear’’
Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call (See page 240)
Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you enter the vehicle
(See page 240)
Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries and security passcode
(See page 241)
‘‘Change Language’’
Change language from English to French
(See page 242) ＊
‘‘Tutorial’’
Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system
(See page 227)
‘‘Hands Free Help’’
Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command (See page 227)
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. Canadian models
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
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To use HFL, you need to pair your Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to the system.
Phone Setup This command group is available for paired cell phones.
Phonepairingtips
You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is moving.
Your phone must be in discovery or search mode to pair. Refer to your phone’s manual.
Up to six phones can be paired.
Your phone’s battery may drain faster when it is paired to HFL.
If after three minutes your phone is not ready to pair or a phone is not found, the system will time out and return to idle.
Topairacellphone: 1.
Press and release the HFL Talk button. If you are pairing a phone for the first time, HFL will give you information about the pairing process. If it is not the first phone you are pairing, say ‘‘ setup Pair
Phone .’’
’’ and say ‘‘
2.
Follow the HFL prompts and put your phone in discovery or search mode. HFL will give you a 4-digit pairing code and begin searching for your phone.
3.
When your phone finds a Bluetooth device, select HFL from the options and enter the 4-digit code from the previous step.
4.
Follow the HFL prompts and name the newly paired phone.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Tohearthenamesof allpairedphones: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
2.
Say ‘‘
List
’’ after the prompts.
3.
HFL will read out all the paired phone’s names.
Torenameapairedphone: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Todeleteapairedphone: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
1.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
Say ‘‘
Delete
’’ after the prompts.
HFL will ask you which phone you want to delete. Follow the HFL prompts to continue with the deletion.
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2.
Say ‘‘
Edit
’’ after the prompts.
3.
If there is more than one phone paired to the system, HFL will ask you which phone’s name you want to change. Follow the HFL prompts and rename the phone.
2.
3.
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Tohearwhichpairedphoneis currentlylinked: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Tochangefromthecurrentlylinked phonetoanotherpairedphone: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
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1.
2.
3.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
Say ‘‘
Status
’’ after the prompts.
HFL will tell you which phone is linked to the system.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
Next phone
’’ after the
Say ‘‘ prompts.
HFL disconnects the linked phone and searches for another paired phone.
Once another phone is found, it is linked to the system. HFL will inform you which phone is now linked.
Tochangethepairingcodesetting:
Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
2.
3.
Say ‘‘
Phone setup
.’’
Set pairing code
’’ after the
Say ‘‘ prompts.
If you want HFL to create a random code each time you pair a phone, say ‘‘ .’’ If you want to choose your own 4-digit code to be used each time, say ‘‘ and follow the HFL prompts.
Random
Fixed ’’
If no other phones are found or paired, HFL will inform you that the original phone is linked again.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Tomakeacallusinganameinthe HFLphonebook: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Tomakeacallusingaphone number: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Call
’’ or ‘‘
Dial
.’’
2.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts and say the name stored in the HFL phonebook that you want to call.
Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the name and make the call.
1.
Say ‘‘
Call
’’ or ‘‘
Dial
.’’
2.
Follow the HFL prompts and say the phone number you want to dial.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number and say Call ‘‘
’’ or ‘‘
Dial
.’’
Once connected, you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers.
Making a Call You can make calls using a name in the HFL phonebook or any phone number. You can also redial the last number called.
HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which means, the maximum range between your phone and vehicle is 30 feet (10 meters).
During a call, HFL allows you to talk up to 30 minutes after you remove the key from the ignition switch. However, this may weaken the vehicle’s battery.
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Toredialthelastnumber calledbyHFL: Press and release the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘
Redial
.’’
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Receiving a Call When you receive a call, an incoming call notification (if activated) will play and interrupt the audio system if it is on.
CallWaiting If your phone has Call Waiting, press and release the HFL Talk button to put the original call on hold and answer the incoming call.
Press the HFL Talk button to answer the call, or the HFL Back button to hang up.
To return to the original call, press the HFL Talk button again. If you don’t want to answer the incoming call, disregard it and continue with your original call. If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the HFL Back button.
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Transferring a Call You can transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL.
Muting a Call You can mute your voice to the person you are talking to during a call.
Press and release the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘
Transfer
.’’
To mute your voice during a call, press and release the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘
Mute
.’’
To unmute your voice, press and release the HFL Talk button and say Mute ‘‘
’’ again.
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Send Numbers or Names During a Call HFL allows you to send numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call a menu-driven phone system.
Tosendanameornumber duringacall: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
2.
Say ‘‘
Send
.’’
Follow the HFL prompts and say the name or number you want to send.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts to send the tones and continue the call.
To send a pound (
NOTE: ‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say ‘‘star.’’
), say
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Phonebook You can store up to 50 names with their associated numbers in HFL. The numbers you store can be not only phone numbers but other types, such as account numbers or passwords, which can be sent during a menu-driven call.
Tostoreaphonebookentry: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phonebook
.’’
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NOTE:
Avoid using duplicate name entries.
Avoid using ‘‘home’’ as a name entry.
It is easier for HFL to recognize a multisyllabic or longer name. For example, use ‘‘Peter’’ instead of ‘‘Pete,’’ or ‘‘John Smith’’ instead of ‘‘John.’’
2.
3.
Say ‘‘
Store
’’ after the prompts.
Say a name you want to list as your phonebook entry.
4.
Say the number you want to store for the name entry.
5.
Follow the HFL prompts and say Enter ‘‘
’’ to store the entry.
Toeditthenumberstoredinaname: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phonebook
.’’
2.
Say ‘‘
Edit
’’ after the prompts.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts and say the name entry you want to edit.
4.
When asked, say the new number for that name.
5.
Follow the HFL prompts to complete the edit.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Todeleteaname: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Tolistallnamesinthephonebook: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phonebook
.’’
1.
Say ‘‘
Phonebook
.’’
2.
3.
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Say ‘‘
Delete
’’ after the prompts.
Say the name you want to delete and follow the HFL prompts to complete the deletion.
2.
Say ‘‘
List
’’ after the prompts.
3.
HFL begins reading the names in the order they were stored.
4.
If you hear a name you want to call, immediately press the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘
Call
.’’
Tostoreaspecificphonenumber fromyourcellphonedirectlytothe HFLphonebook(availableonsome phones):
Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
Phonebook
.’’
2.
3.
4.
Receive contact
Say ‘‘ prompts.
’’ after the
Follow the HFL prompts, select a number from your cell phone, and send it to HFL.
Follow the HFL prompts and name the number, or say Discard ‘‘ you want to store.
’’ if it is not the number
5.
Follow the HFL prompts if you want to store another number.
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System Setup This command group allows you to change or customize HFL basic settings.
Toseta4-digitpasscodetolockthe HFLsystemforsecuritypurposes: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
System setup
.’’
Once a passcode is set, you NOTE: will need to enter it to use HFL each time you start the vehicle. If you forget the code, your dealer will have to reset it for you, or you will have to clear the entire system (see page
241
).
2.
Say ‘‘
Security
’’ after the prompts.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts and say the 4-digit passcode you want to set.
4.
Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Toselecteitheraringtoneora promptastheincomingcall notification : Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
＊
1.
2.
3.
Say ‘‘
System setup
.’’
Call notification
’’ after the
Say ‘‘ prompts.
Follow the HFL prompts and say Ring tone Prompt ‘‘ .’’ You ’’ for no audible can also say ‘‘ incoming call notification.
’’ or ‘‘ Off
Toactivateordeactivatetheauto transferfunction: If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1. 2.
System setup .’’ Auto transfer ’’ after the
Say ‘‘ Say ‘‘ prompts.
＊
The default setting is a ring tone.
3.
HFL will let you know if auto transfer is on or off, depending on the previous setting. Follow the HFL prompts to change the setting.
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Tochangeyoursecuritypasscode: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
2.
Say ‘‘
System setup
.’’
Change passcode
’’ after the
Say ‘‘ prompts.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts and say the new 4-digit passcode.
4.
Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number.
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Toclearthesystem: This operation clears the passcodes, paired phones, all names in the HFL phonebook, and all imported phonebook data.
Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
1.
Say ‘‘
System setup
.’’
Quick Language Selection Canadianmodelsonly Toquicklychangethelanguage: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. 1.
Say the language you want to change to in that language.
2.
Follow the HFL prompts.
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2.
Say ‘‘
Clear
’’ after the prompts.
3.
Follow the HFL prompts to continue to complete the clearing procedure.
You can also clear the system when you have forgotten the passcode and cannot access HFL. When HFL asks you for the passcode, say ‘‘ clear the HFL phonebook and all imported phonebook data will be lost.
System .’’ Paired phones, all names in
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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)
Bluetooth
Wireless Technology
Bluetooth word mark and logos The are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
This device complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. See page 392
more information.for
Change Language Canadianmodelsonly Tochangethesystemlanguage betweenEnglishandFrench: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
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1.
2.
Say ‘‘
Change language
.’’
Follow the HFL prompts to change the language to English or French.
If you have not named your paired phone in the language you just selected, HFL will ask you to name it in the current language.
When French is your currently selected language, you can give voice commands in French.
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Before Driving
Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures
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Refueling Tighten Fuel Cap Message Opening and Closing the
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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check
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Fuel Economy . 251
Accessories and Modifications . 254
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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.
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Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 87 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage.
To help prevent harmf ul f uel system and engine deposits, use high quality f uel containing detergent and additives. In addition, in order to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmf ul manganese- based f uel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your dealer for service. Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.
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Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of ‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’ where available to help maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines. Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met ‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’ standards at the retail location. This fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission control system.
Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures
Refueling
FUEL FILL DOOR
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Owner Link at . In Canada, visit owners.honda.com www.honda.ca information on gasoline. For more information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
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Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.
2.
Outside of the vehicle, push on the right side edge of the fuel fill door in the middle until you hear a click. The fuel fill door will pop up slightly. Pull it outward to open it.
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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.
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Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This leaves some room in the fuel tank for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.
HOLDER
FUEL FILL CAP
TETHER
3.
Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank equalizes. The fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel filler with a tether. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door.
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Tighten Fuel Cap Message
5.
Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, you will see a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message on the multi- information display. If the system still detects an evaporative system leak after retightening the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page
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6.
Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Your vehicle’s on board diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak. The first time a leak is detected a ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message appears on the multi- information display.
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Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another message, press the INFO button.
The ‘‘TIGHTEN FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off.
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If the system still detects a leak in the vehicle’s evaporative emissions system, the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened, turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page
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Opening and Closing the Hood
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH
Pull
1.
Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.
2.
Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood near the center. Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle. Push this handle to the left to release the hood. Lift up the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
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GRIP
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.
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SUPPORT ROD
CLIP
3.
Holding the grip, pull the support rod out of its clip. Insert the end into the designated hole in the hood.
Service Station Procedures
Oil Check
DIPSTICK
Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
1.
Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2.
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel.
3.
Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole.
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