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Talk Button Tips
For a list of phone-related voice commands, see page 152.
•  When using the Talk button, wait until you hear a beep before speaking.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
•  When the Talk button is pressed, all available voice commands are highlighted
in yellow.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
•  Reduce all background noise.
•  Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
When there is an
incoming call, select
the green Pick-Up or
red Hang-Up icon.
When a number
keypad is displayed,
select numbers to
enter. When an alphabet
keyboard is
displayed, select
letters to enter.
P
ODMD display
Select Shortcuts (Phone
tab) to access Speed
Dial and Call History.
Models with navigation
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the
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. HFL searches for your phone. Select your phone
when it appears on the list.
If your phone  does not appear: 
Select Device Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone.
7. HFL gives you a pairing code. Compare it to the
code that appears on your phone. Connect to HFL
from your phone.
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 BACK to exit the menu.
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Making a Call
You can make calls using several methods.
Dialing a Number
Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number. For example, “3-1-0-5-5-
5-1-2-3-4.”  Say “Dial” if necessary.
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections. This is inoperable while the
vehicle is moving.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Dial.
4. In the upper display or ODMD, enter the phone
number. Select the green phone icon to call.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them. This is inoperable while the vehicle
is moving.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Dial.
4. Enter the phone number and select the green
phone icon to call.
P
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Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported
to the system if you select On for Phone Synchronization.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For
example, “John Smith mobile.”
Using the menu
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to find the name and
number you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select New Entry.
4. Choose an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the
number. Follow the prompts.
When a voice tag is created, you can press the Talk button and say “Call” and the
stored voice tag.
When speed dial entries are stored, you can add them to the Shortcuts (Phone
tab) in the ODMD for quick access.
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Using Speed Dial and Call History
Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Call by name.”
2. Say the name of the stored voice tag.
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the phone screen
Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. For Speed Dial, use the interface dial to scroll
through the list to find the entry you want to
call, and select it to call.
For Call History, move the interface dial to the
right and scroll through the list.
Using the ODMD
Select items on the screen by touching them.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Speed Dial or Call History. Speed dial
entries must be previously stored to the
Shortcuts menu. Select Edit and follow the
prompts.
4. Select the desired entry to call.
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SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail
Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Messages or an e-mail account.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears in the upper display. Use the
interface dial 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.
3. To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the
six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new message.
To call the sender: Select Call.
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Siri™ Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone® is paired to the system.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility.
Back button: Exit Siri Eyes Free mode, or cancel a
command.
Talk button: Press and hold to activate Siri Eyes Free
mode. The Smartphone screen appears. Say your
command after you hear the Siri tone. If you only
press and release the Talk button, the standard voice
recognition system 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 not
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 audio 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” Learn about Acura’s advanced connectivity services.
AcuraLink Messages
Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns,
maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information.
Some message features require a phone connection. Visit www.acura.com/
handsfreelink (U.S.) or
www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility.
Viewing Messages
When you receive a new message, an icon appears on the upper right corner of
the upper screen. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press INFO.
2. Select AcuraLink Messages.
3. Select a message category.
4. Select a message.
5. Select Voice to hear the entire message details read
aloud.
Message Options
When you receive certain messages, you can call
your dealer if your phone is paired to the system,
find the nearest dealer, or schedule service
appointments. A current AcuraLink subscription
is required to set up this feature and modify your
message preferences.
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Navigation Display and Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections. Some manual
functions are inoperable while driving.
NAVAUDIOAUDIONAV
NAV button:
Display the map
screen or directions
when en route. INFO button:
Select items such as
traffic incidents and
AcuraLink messages.
BACK button:
Return to the
previous display.
SETTINGS button:
Change Navi settings. MENU button:
Enter destination
information.
button: Change
upper screen
brightness. Use the
interface dial to make
adjustments. Interface dial (from the map
screen): Rotate to zoom in or
out of the map. Press to display
the map menu. Rotate and
press to select items.
GPS
signal
strength Traffic
incident icon*
Traffic
status* Traffic flow*
Current
map scale Current
vehicle
position
Map
orientation
Current streetLandmark
icon
*subscription feature
Interface Dial Feedback
Configure the system to read aloud selections made using the interface dial. Use
the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Interface Dial Feedback.
4. Select Off, Auto, or On.
On: Always reads the selection.
Auto: Reads the selection only when the vehicle is moving.
Off: Turns interface dial feedback off.
System Guidance Volume
Adjust the navigation system guidance volume. Use the interface dial to make
and enter selections. You can also adjust the volume during guidance using the
volume knob or steering wheel controls.
1. From the map screen, press the interface dial to
display the map menu.
2. Select Guidance Volume.
3. Adjust the volume to your preferred level.
4. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Voice Prompt
Turn the voice prompt feature on or off. Use the interface dial to make and enter
selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select System Settings.
3. Select Voice Prompt.
4. Select Off or On.
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Entering a Destination
Use several methods to enter a destination.
Home Address
Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it. Use the
interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Navi Settings.
3. Select Edit Go Home.
4. Enter the address and select OK.
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk button and say “Go 
home” at any time. You can also select Go Home from the destination menu.
Street Address
Enter a street address using voice commands. Press the Talk button before saying
each command.
You can also enter the address manually when the vehicle is stopped. While on
the map screen, press MENU and use the interface dial to select Address. Follow
the prompts.
U.S. models
1. From the Voice Portal screen, say “Address.”
2. The system prompts you to say the entire address.
For example, say “1-2-3-4 Main Street,  Los Angeles,  
California.”
3. The system interprets the address by state, city,
street, and address number. If necessary, you
may have to clarify similar matches.
4. Say “Set  as destination” to set the route.
Canadian models
From the map screen, say “Display Menu,” followed by “Address.” Follow the
prompts.
Place Name
Enter a place name stored in the navigation database using voice commands.
Press the Talk button before saying each command.
1. From the Voice Portal, say “Place name.”
2. Say a category. For example, “ATM/Bank.”
3. Say the name of the point of interest. For
example, “ABC Bank.”
4. The system interprets the name. If necessary,
you may have to clarify similar matches.

If there is more than one point of interest with
the name, a list of matches appears in order of
closest distance. Say the number next to the
place you want.
5. Say “Set  as destination” to set the route.
If the system does not recognize the specific name,
you can enter it manually when the vehicle is
stopped. While on the map screen, press MENU and
use the interface dial to select Place Name. Enter the
name one letter at a time, and follow the prompts.
Find Nearest Place Enter a destination by category and distance using voice commands. Press the
Talk button before saying each command.
1. Say “Find nearest”  and a place. For example,
“Find nearest  ATM.”
2. A list of the nearest places in your area is
displayed by shortest distance to destination.
3. Say the number next to the destination you
want to select.
4. Say “Set  as destination”  to set the route.
ODMD Shortcuts
You can add up to six destinations to the Shortcuts (Places tab) in the ODMD.
The addresses must be previously stored in the navigation system address book.
1. Select Shortcuts.
2. Select Places.
3. Select No Entry to store a previously stored
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Routing
After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route.
Map Legend
During route guidance
Next
guidance
point
Estimated
time to
destination
Distance to
destination Destination
Calculated
route
Distance
to next
maneuver
Turn-by-turn directions
Shows a more detailed view of the next maneuver on the multi-information
display. Use the Info (p
/q ) buttons on the steering wheel to bypass the display.
Upcoming
maneuver
Current route
Taking a Detour
You can calculate a detour route manually if you encounter a road closure or
other obstacle. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. When en route, press MENU.
2. Select Detour. The system attempts to calculate
a new route by avoiding the next 5 miles (8 km)
while on a freeway or 1 mile (1 km) while on a
surface street.
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™
View  traffic  flow, incidents, and construction in major metro areas if  you have 
an active AcuraLink® subscription (see page 82). You can also route around
congestion or incidents using voice commands. Press the Talk button before
saying each command.
1. When en route, say “Display  traffic on my route.”  
A list of incidents on your route appears.
2. Say the number of the incident you want to
avoid.
3. Say “Avoid” and the incident list returns.
4. Say “Reroute” to set the new route.
Canceling Your Route
You can cancel your route at any time. Press the Talk button and say “Cancel 
route.” You can also use the interface dial to make and enter selections.
1. When en route, press MENU.
2. Select Cancel Route. The route is cleared and the
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Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1. Press the MAIN button.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed above 25 mph (40
km/h). Press the DECEL/SET button and take your
foot off the pedal to set the speed.

Adjusting the Vehicle Speed Press the RES/ACCEL button to increase speed or the
DECEL/SET button to decrease speed.
Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1 km/h). If you
keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or
decreases by 5 mph (5 km/h) until you release it.
Adjusting the Vehicle Distance Press the Distance button to change the following
distance. Each time you press the button, the
following distance setting cycles through short,
middle, long, and extra long.
Switching to Standard Cruise ControlPress and hold the Distance button. Cruise Mode appears in the multi-
information display. Press and hold the button again to switch back to ACC.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a
vehicle detected ahead of yours.
*if equipped
MAIN button
RES/ACCEL button
DECEL/SET button
CANCEL button
Canceling ACCYou can press CANCEL or MAIN, or press the brake
pedal. The ACC indicator goes off.
Certain conditions may cause ACC to cancel
automatically. When this happens, the amber ACC
indicator appears on the multi-information display
(see page 24).
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still resume the prior set speed by
pressing RES/ACCEL when your vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).
When in Operation
If a vehicle is detected ahead of you when ACC is
turned on and your vehicle is traveling at or below
the set speed, the system maintains, accelerates,
or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed to keep your
vehicle’s set following distance from the vehicle
ahead.
If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows down abruptly, or if another vehicle
cuts in front of you, a beep sounds and BRAKE appears on the multi-information
display to alert you.
Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.
Use ACC only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
ACC has limited braking capability.
When your vehicle speed drops below 22 mph (35 km/h), ACC will
automatically cancel and no longer will apply your vehicle’s brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake pedal when conditions require.
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Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) System
Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by
regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
VSA is turned on every time you turn on the vehicle, 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.
Traction control stops functioning, which may
make it easier when trying to free your vehicle if it
is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA OFF indicator
Turning CMBS On or OffPress and hold the CMBS OFF button. A beep
sounds and a message appears in the MID. The
CMBS indicator appears when the system is off.
Important Safety Reminder
CMBS™ is designed to reduce the severity of an unavoidable collision. It does not
prevent collision nor stop the vehicle automatically. It is still your responsibility to
operate the brake pedal and steering wheel appropriately according to the driving
conditions.
Parking Sensor System*
When the system senses an object when you are parking or backing up, indicators
appear on the upper display and a series of beeps sound. As you get closer to the
object(s), the beep rate increases.
Turning the System On or Off Press the parking sensor button. A green indicator
light appears on the button when the system is on.
Indicators appear when the
sensor device detects an
obstacle.
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Multi-View Rear Camera
When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle
is shown in the display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
The rear camera  view is restricted.  You cannot see  the corner ends  of the bumper  or what is underneath 
the bumper.  Its unique lens  also makes objects appear closer  or farther than they actually  are.
Visually confirm  that it is safe to drive before backing up.  Certain conditions (such  as weather,  lighting,  
and high  temperatures) may  also restrict the rear view. Do not rely  on the rearview  display, which  does 
not  give  you all information  about conditions  at the rear  of your  vehicle.
Wide view Normal view Top down view
Press the selector
knob or interface
dial to toggle
between views.
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor*
Alerts you if a detected vehicle is approaching from a rear corner when your vehicle
is in Reverse (R) at speeds of 3 mph (5 km/h) or lower, which can be helpful when
backing out of parking spaces.
The system does not detect or provide alerts for a vehicle that is moving away from
your vehicle, and it may not detect pedestrians, bicycles, or stationary objects.
Turning the System On or Off
Use the interface dial to make selections.
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Select Camera Settings.
3. Select Cross Traffic Monitor.
4. Select On or Off.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.
This system cannot detect all approaching vehicles and may not detect an
approaching vehicle at all.
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to back up the vehicle before doing so
may result in a collision.
Do not solely rely on the system when reversing; always also use your
mirrors, and look behind and to the sides of your vehicle before reversing.
CAUTION
Arrow icons appear on the
side of an approaching
vehicle, and an audible
beep sounds.
*if equipped
Changing Guidelines
Change the type of guidelines shown, or turn them off. Use the interface dial to
make selections.
1. Press the SETTINGS button.
2. Select Camera Settings.
3. Select Rear Camera.
4. Select one of the options.
Fixed  Guideline: Guidelines appear when you
shift into Reverse. Select On or Off.
Dynamic  Guideline: Guidelines move as you turn
the steering wheel. Select On or Off.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.