Most AcuraLink f unctions are
controlled by the interf ace dial. The
interface dial has two parts, a knob
and a selector.
The knob turns lef t and right. Use it
to make selections or adjustments to
a list or menu on the screen.The selector can be pushed lef t,
right, up, down, and in. Use the
selector to scroll through lists, to
select menus, and to highlight menu
items. When you make a selection,
push the center of the selector
(ENTER)togotothatselection.
AcuraLink enhances your ownership
experience by providing a direct
communication link between your
vehicleandtheAcuraServer.
Working through the XM radio
satellite, AcuraLink works in
conjunction with the navigation
system, HandsFreeLink (HFL), and
audio system in your vehicle. It
displays and receives several kinds
of messages, including:
Operating tips and inf ormation on
your vehicle’s f eatures.
Important recall and safety
inf ormation.
Maintenance inf ormation to keep
your vehicle in top condition.
Diagnostic inf ormation to provide
inf ormation about any problems
with your vehicle.
U.S. models except Alaskan andHawaiianInterf ace Dial
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ENTER
SELECTOR
KNOB
If you have a new message, an
envelope icon appears in the top
right corner of the navigation screen.
To open a message:Press ENTER on the interf ace
selector, then select New Message
from the navigation system map
menu. If there is more than one
new message, you will see a list of
message titles. Unread messages have a closed
envelope icon next to them. The icon
disappears when it has already been
read.
Only diagnostic inf o
messages appear while driving. They
indicate if your vehicle has a
problem that may need immediate
attention (see page ).
Af ter purchasing your vehicle,
messages may not appear
immediately.
Your dealer has to register the
vehicle identif ication bef ore you can
receive messages. This can take
several days to process.
Select Message to display the
Select a message category screen.
Then, select ALL MESSAGES.
Scroll up or down, and select the
message you want to read by
pressing ENTER on the interf ace
selector.
To view previously read messages,
press the INFO button, then select
MESSAGES.
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Reading Messages
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