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Turning the ECON Mode On/Off
Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions. 3. Checkthe multiinformation
display for the system status.
4. Press ECONagain to turn the
system off.
E C O A S S I S T S Y S T E M
When turned on\b the vehicle’s engine performance\b transmission\b and climate control
system are adjusted for maximum fuel economy.
2. The ECON mode indicator
comes on.
Ambient Meter ColorCoded Bars
mphmphmph
High fuel efficiency Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency
1. Press ECON .
Indicates instant fuel efficiency using colorcoded bars.
Driver Feedback
Realtime Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving StyleEco Drive Bar
(on the MID)Ambient Meter
Background Color ChangesFuel Efficiency
Smooth\b steady
acceleration
high fuel efficiency
mph
High
Low
Smooth\b steady
deceleration
high fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
mph
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
low fuel efficiency
mph
Rapid deceleration
low fuel efficiency
Goals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at GREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel economy.
Deceleration Acceleration
Inefficient
Braking Zone Efficient
Zones
Inefficient
Driving Zone
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ECO Assist Scoring
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Monitors the fuel efficiency of your driving style in real time and converts results
into leaves\b which are displayed in a series of five “plant” icons on the MID.
Once you start your vehicle\b make sure the MID shows the Ecological Drive
Display on the display to view your Eco Assist score in real time.
As you drive\b you earn leaves if you drive in a fuelefficient manner\b or lose
them if you drive inefficiently.
When you turn the ignition off\b your drive cycle and lifetime score are
displayed on the MID.
Eco Score
Each time you
reach a new stage\b
a Stage Up
Recognition icon
briefly appears on
the MID. When
you reach the
highest ranking\b a
Trophy icon
briefly appears.
Drive CycleScore
Stage 1 Stage 2Stage 3
Lifetime
Score
First Stage Up Recognition Second Stage Up
Recognition Last Stage Up
Recognition
Auto Idle Stop
While driving\b the
engine is on. While at a stop\b
with the brake
pedal pressed\b the
engine turns off.When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal\b the engine
turns back on.
N\bte: Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come \5to a stop with the shift lever in the D or
N position.
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
Shuts the engine off at a stop in order to maximize fuel economy. Idle stop duration
varies depending on certain conditions\b such as climate control operation\b IMA
battery level\b and outside temperature.
Power Flow Monitor How It Works
Battery
level IMA motor
is in
operation Engine is in
operation
Shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) System.
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V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N ( i f e q u i p p e d )
To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel\b use voice commands for
handsfree calling\b navigation\b audio\b and climate control. For a full list of commands\b say
“Information ” and “Voice Info.”
A U D I Op. 23
C L I M A T E p. 23
N A V I G A T I O Np. 24
B L U E T O O T H®H A N D S F R E E L I N K®p. 28
Playing BluetoothAudio Files
BLUETOOTH®AUDIO
Play stored or streaming audio from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio
system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to check if this feature is available on your phone.
1. Make sure your phone is on and
paired to HandsFreeLink (see
page 13 ).
3. Press “play” on your phone; sound is
redirected to the audio system.
model with navigation shown
*not supported on all phones
Notes:
• Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
• You may need to enable additional Bluetooth settings on your phone for
playback.
4. Press the() or() buttons to
change tracks\b or use the () or ()buttons on the steering wheel*.
2. Press SOURCE or AUX (or CD/XM)
until Bluetooth Audio mode appears.
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Key Functions by Voice CommandCommonly Used Voice Commands
Voice Command Tips
• Press and releasethe Talk button\b wait for a beep\b then give a command.
• For a list of available commands\b press and releasethe Talk button and say
“Help” at any time.
• Speak in a clear\b natural voice.
• Reduce all background noise.
• Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
• Close the windows.
• The system also uses a touch screen display. You can select options or icons by touching them on the screen.
PickUp button: Answer an incoming
call\b or go directly to the Phone screen.
HangUp\bBack button: End a call\b
decline an incoming call\b or cancel a
selection.
Talk button: Give navigation\b HFL\b audio\b
and climate control commands.
Control four different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling
microphone.
To prevent driver distraction, certain manual and touch screen functions
may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice
commands are always available. Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
Locate Points of Interest
Say
a command like “Display
restaurant” to see restaurant
icons appear on the map.
Make HandsFree Phone Calls
Say a command like “Dial by
number” to make a call without
handling your cell phone (when a
phone is paired to HFL\b see
Make Audio Selections
Say a command like “Radio 97.1
FM” to select that station.
Adjust the Vehicle’s
Climate Setting
Saya command like “Air
conditioner on” to start the
air conditioning system.
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Commonly Used Voice Commands (continued)
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
G e n e r a l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens to change displays)
• Display map
• Display menu
• Display information
• Display audio screen
• What time is it?
F i n d P l a c e C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Find nearest: ATM Honda dealer
gas station airport
Mexican hospitalrestaurant bank
post office
N a v i g a t i o n C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• How long/far to destination?
• Display destination
• Display entire route
D i s p l a y C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display/Hide: ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
• Display north up/heading up
• Zoom in/out
• Go home
• Display current location
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
A u d i o C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Radio on
• Radio # FM/AM
• Radio preset 1/2/3/4/5/6
• CD play
• CD play track #
• CD skip forward/back
• Auxiliary (AUX) play
H e l p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Help (list of available commands for current screen)
• Voice info from INFO screen (list of all
available commands by category)
P h o n e C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Phone screen)
• Dial
• Call (voice tag)
• Redial
• Phonebook
• Phone setup
C l i m a t e C o n t r o l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Air conditioner on/off
• Rear defrost on/off
• Climate control recirculate/ fresh air
• Fan speed up/down
• Temperature # degrees (# = 57–87)
• Temperature max hot/cold
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