HONDA CIVIC 2016 10.G Quick Guide
Manufacturer: HONDA, Model Year: 2016, Model line: CIVIC, Model: HONDA CIVIC 2016 10.GPages: 82, PDF Size: 5.52 MB
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 Steering Wheel Controls
You can operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering \
wheel 
controls.
Models with information display
SOURCE button: Cycle through available audio 
modes.
+ / - buttons: Adjust audio volume.
t / u buttons: Change presets, tracks, albums, or 
folders.
FM/AM Radio
Press t or u for the next or previous preset station. 
Press and hold t or u to seek the next or previous strong station.
iPod
®/USB/Bluetooth® Audio
Press t or u for the next or previous track. 
Press and hold t or u for the next or previous folder (USB).
Models with Driver Information Interface
        button: Press until the audio screen is displayed 
in the Driver Information Interface.
+ / - bar: Press the ends of the bar or slide to adjust 
audio volume.
t / u buttons: Change presets, tracks, albums, or 
folders.
FM/AM/SiriusXM
® Radio*
Press t or u for the next or previous preset station. 
Press and hold t or u to seek the next or previous strong station.
iPod
®/USB/Bluetooth® Audio
Press t or u for the next or previous track. 
Press and hold t or u for the next or previous folder (USB).
Pandora
®
Press u for the next song. 
Press and hold t or u for the next or previous station.
*if equipped
 Steering Wheel Controls (continued)
Models with Driver Information Interface (continued)
p / q buttons: Cycle through available audio modes, or scroll through audio 
options in the Driver Information Interface
ENTER button: Make audio selections in the Driver Information Interface.
From the audio screen in the Driver Information Interface:
FM/AM/SiriusXM
® Radio*
Press the eNTer button to display a preset list. Press p or q to scroll the list, and 
press the eNTer button to select a preset.
USB Flash Drive
Press the eNTer button to display the folder list. Press p or q to scroll the list, 
and press the eNTer button to select a folder. repeat to select a track.
iPod®
Press the eNTer button to display the iPod list. Press p or q to scroll the 
category, and press the eNTer button to select an item. repeat to select a track.
Bluetooth® Audio
Press the eNTer button to display the track list. Press p or q to scroll the list, 
and press the eNTer button to select a track.
Pandora®
Press the eNTer button to display the station list. Press p or q to scroll the list, 
and press the eNTer button to select a station.
*if equipped         
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 Adjusting the Sound
Adjust various sound settings.
Models with color audio system
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
1. Press the Sound button.
2. Select a sound mode to change, and adjust it 
using the selector knob.
3. Press the Back button to exit the menu.
Models with Display Audio
Make and enter selections using the touchscreen.
1. From the audio screen, select MeNU.
2. Select Sound.
3. Select the tabs to change the sound mode and 
adjust the setting.
4. Select oK when complete.
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MENUBACK
AUDIO
 Selector kno b
Sound
button
Models with color audio system
Color Audio System
Use the buttons to control the display and audio system.
Selector knob: 
Make and enter 
selections.
Volume knob/
power button  MENU/CLOCK 
button: Display menu 
options.
BACK button: 
Go back to the 
previous display.
Display button: 
Adjust display 
brightness. Sound button: 
Adjust sound.                    
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Models with color audio system
FM/AM Radio
Play FM or AM radio stations.
RADIO button: Select a band.
Preset buttons (1–6): Press and hold a preset 
button to store the current station. Press a 
preset button to select a previously stored 
station. 
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Search up and 
down the selected 
band for a station 
with a strong signal.
Selector knob: 
rotate to tune radio frequency. 
Press for more 
options.
Models with color audio system
iPod®
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device 
(see page 52).
 Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the iPod.
1. From the audio screen, press the selector knob.
2. Select a search option.
3. Select the track you want to play.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Press to change 
tracks. Press and 
hold to move rapidly 
within a track. MEDIA button: 
Play a 
connected iPod.
Selector knob: rotate to change tracks. Press to 
enter the music 
search list.
PlayPause Repeat 
one 
track Shuffle 
all 
tracksShuffle 
album                                       
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Models with color audio system
USB Flash Drive
Play and operate a USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your 
device (see page 52).
 Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the flash drive.
1. From the audio screen, press the selector knob.
2. Select a folder.
3. Select the track you want to play.
Selector knob: rotate to change tracks. Press to 
display the folder 
list.
MEDIA button: Play 
a connected USB 
flash drive.
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Press to change 
tracks. Press and 
hold to move rapidly 
within a track.
Scan 
tracks Scan 
foldersRepeat 
one 
track Repeat 
one 
folderRandom 
all
Random 
in folder
Models with color audio system
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the ve\
hicle’s 
audio system. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check 
phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.  
Connect your phone to Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink®  (see page 74).
Play Pause
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
 Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the device.
1. From the audio screen, press the selector knob.
2. Select a category.
3. Select the track you want to play.
Notes:
•  Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•  You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•  The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on\
 all 
phones.
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Change tracks. MEDIA button: 
Play Bluetooth
® 
Audio.
Selector knob: 
Press to enter the 
music search list.                                        
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Models with Display Audio
Display Audio Operation
Use simple gestures—including touching, swiping, and scrolling—to \
operate certain 
audio functions.
Some items may be grayed out during driving to reduce the potential for \
distraction. 
You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or use voice commands*.
Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen response.
You can use a microfiber cleaning cloth to remove dust or fingerprint\
s from the 
touchscreen.
*if equipped
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HOME
MENUBACK
AUDIO
AUDIO: Turn audio 
on or off.
HOME
(shown)
MENU: Display 
menu items for the 
selected screen.
BACK: Go back to the 
previous screen. button: Change 
screen brightness.
Settings: Choose 
Audio for options. HondaLink
®: view HondaLink Connect features 
(see page 63). Audio: Display 
current audio 
information.
Volume
Info: Display the 
trip computer, 
clock, and more.
 Changing Icon Order You can change the order of the icons on the Home screen.
1. From the HoMe screen, select and hold an icon 
to enter the customization screen.
2. Select and hold the icon you want to move and 
slide it to a different position.
3. Select oK when complete.
Swipe left or right 
for more screens.
Models with Display Audio
HondaLink®
Provides you with useful information about your vehicle directly from Ho\
nda. 
To check phone compatibility, visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca 
(Canada). Standard data rates may apply with your phone service provid\
er.
To get more information on HondaLink, visit www.hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/
hondalink (Canada).
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android Auto™ 
(see page 66), HondaLink can only be connected through Wi-Fi.
 HondaLink Connection
Follow the steps below to connect to HondaLink and use its features.
1. Download the HondaLink Connect app to your 
compatible smartphone.
2. Pair your phone to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® 
(see page 78). 
3. From the HoMe screen, select HondaLink. 
4. Certain features require you to send vehicle information to Honda. Select enable once, Always enable, or Cancel.
 HondaLink Menu
Select a menu option.
Places*: Display restaurants, gas stations, and 
other locations. You can send a location to the 
navigation system and set a route.
Vehicle: Get instructional messages when your 
vehicle needs service.
Help & Support: Display tips for vehicle usage, get 
roadside assistance, or contact customer service.
Messages from Honda: Display helpful and important information from Honda. If 
you have a new message, a yellow envelope icon appears at the top of the screen 
and a beep sounds. You can swipe down to view the message from any screen.
Weather: Display a weekly five-day weather forecast for any location.
*if equipped                           
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Models with Display Audio
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the internet using Wi-Fi and use onli\
ne 
services through the touchscreen. If your compatible phone has hotspot c\
apabilities, 
the system can be tethered to the phone. Follow the steps below to set u\
p Wi-Fi 
when the vehicle is stopped. Standard data rates apply with your phone s\
ervice 
provider.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
3. Select Wi-Fi on/off Status, and select on.
4. Select Wi-Fi Device List. Make sure your phone’s 
Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
5. Select the phone you want to connect to the 
system. If the phone you want to connect does not 
appear, select Scan.
6. Select Connect.
7. enter a password for your phone, if necessary. 
Select oK. The Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the list 
when connection is successful.
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Aha™ Radio
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social 
media through your vehicle’s audio system.
visit handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone 
compatibility. Standard data rates apply. Make sure you have an active Aha account.
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android Auto™ 
(see page 66), Aha can only be connected through Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth connection
Connect your compatible smartphone via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 
78). Make sure the HondaLink Connect app is downloaded to your phone (\
see 
page 63). Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
Wi-Fi connection
You can also connect via Wi-Fi (see page 64) or Wi-Fi tethering with yo\
ur enabled 
smartphone. Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Aha.
2. enter your Aha account email and password to begin using Aha.
Models with Display Audio
Apple CarPlay®
Connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system. You can use the 
touchscreen to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. visit the Apple CarPlay 
website for more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone 
and launching any compatible apps.
1. Connect the iPhone to the USB port (see page 
52).
2. Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle information to Honda. Select enable once, Always enable, or Cancel. Your phone may prompt you to allow access for CarPlay to be launched.
3. From the HoMe screen, select Apple CarPlay.
4. Select a menu option. 
Phone: Access your contacts, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail. While 
connected to Apple CarPlay, calls can only be made through Apple CarPlay, not 
through Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink®.
Music: Play music stored on your iPhone. 
Maps:
 view a map and operate navigation. You can only use Apple CarPlay or the 
pre-installed navigation system to set a destination with routing guidan\
ce.
Messages:
 view and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you aloud 
by the system. 
once connected, press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see page 
76) to operate the system using voice commands with Siri® eyes Free.
 HOME screen
Apple CarPlay
  Apple CarPlay menu
Return
to HOME
screen
Return to Apple CarPlay menu screen
Depending on use, Apple CarPlay can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other operating conditions) with the connected iPhone. See Apple’s privacy policy for details regarding Apple’s use and handling of data uploaded by CarPlay. Use of CarPlay is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the CarPlay terms of use, which are included as part of the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee CarPlay operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in CarPlay software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use CarPlay when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.  
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Models with Display Audio
Android Auto™
Connect a compatible Android phone to the system. You can use the touchscreen 
to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. visit the Android Auto website for 
more information.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone 
and launching any compatible apps.
1. Download the Android Auto app to your phone.
2. Connect the phone to the USB port (see page 52). 
The phone is automatically paired. A tutorial also 
appears.
3. From the HoMe screen, select Android Auto.
4. Android Auto requires you to send vehicle 
information to Honda. Select enable once, Always 
enable, or Cancel.
5. Select a menu option. 
Maps (Navigation):
 view Google Maps and operate navigation. You can only 
use this system or the pre-installed navigation system to set a destinat\
ion with 
routing guidance. You cannot enter destinations using the keyboard while the 
vehicle is moving.
Phone: Make phone calls or listen to voicemail. While connected to Android 
Auto, calls can only be made through Android Auto, not through Bluetooth
® 
HandsFreeLink®.
Home (Google Now): Display useful information organized by Android Auto 
into simple cards that appear only when needed.
Music: Play music from compatible apps. Select this icon to switch between 
music apps.
Return to HOME screen:
 Go back to the vehicle system HoMe screen.
Voice: Use voice commands via Google voice Search to operate Android Auto. 
You can also press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see page 
76) to say voice commands.
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Android Auto
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Depending on use, Android Auto can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto. Use of Android Auto is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto application is downloaded to the user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating 
system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use Android Auto when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual on the Owner Information CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.
Models with Display Audio
FM/AM Radio 
Play FM or AM radio stations.
VOL
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select 
the FM or AM 
icon.
Tune: Change 
the station.
Seek: Search 
for the next or 
previous station 
with a strong 
signal. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the station list 
or preset list.
Scan: Scan for 
each station 
with a strong 
signal.
Presets: 
Select and hold a preset number 
to store the current station.
Select a preset number to select 
a previously stored station.                  
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Models with Display Audio
SiriusXM® Radio*
Available on a subscription basis only. For more information or to subscribe, contact 
your dealer, or visit 
www.siriusxm.com (U.S.) or www.sirius.ca (Canada).
Available in the U.S. and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. XM® is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.
*if equipped
To learn about additional features—such as multi-channel preset, repla\
y, or 
SportsFlash—see your owner’s Manual on the owner Information CD or visit 
owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada).
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HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the channel list 
or preset list.Source: Select 
the XM icon.
Category: Change 
the category.
Channel: Change 
the channel. Press 
and hold to skip 10 
channels at a time.
Scan: Scan for 
each station 
with a strong 
signal.
Presets: 
Select and hold a preset number 
to store the current station.
Select a preset number to select 
a previously stored station. 
Skip: Change the 
selection. Press 
and hold to skip 
rapidly.
Models with Display Audio
iPod®
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device to 
the USB port (see page 52).
If an iPhone is connected via Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65), the iPod source is 
unavailable and audio files on the phone can only be played within App\
le CarPlay.
 Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the iPod. 
1. From the audio screen, press MeNU. 
2. Select Music Search. 
3. Select a search option. 
4. Select the track you want to play.
on vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using 
Song By voice™ (see page 153).
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
VO L
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select 
the iPod icon. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the track list.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including 
Music Search. Song: Change 
the track. 
Press and hold 
to move rapidly 
within a track.
Play/pause                               
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Models with Display Audio
USB Flash Drive
Play and operate a USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your 
device to the USB port (see page 52).
If an iPhone is connected via Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65), the USB source is 
unavailable and audio files on the phone can only be played within App\
le CarPlay.
 Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the USB flash drive\
. 
1. From the audio screen, press MeNU. 
2. Select Music Search. 
3. Select a folder. 
4. Select the track you want to play.
on vehicles with navigation, you can also search for and play iPod music using 
Song By voice™ (see page 153).
VO L
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select 
the USB icon.
Folder: Change 
the folder. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the track list.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including 
Music Search. Track: Change 
the track.
Models with Display Audio
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the ve\
hicle’s 
audio system. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check 
phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.
Connect your phone to Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink®  (see page 78).
If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android 
Auto™ (see page 66), Bluetooth Audio from that phone is unavailable.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of  handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
 Searching for Music
Use the touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the device.
1. From the audio screen, press MeNU.
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search category.
4. Select the track you want to play.
Notes: 
•  Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•  You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•  Certain audio controls are not supported on all phones.
VO L
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIOSource: Select 
the Bluetooth 
icon. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the track list.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including 
Music Search. Track: Change 
the track.
Play/pause Group: Change 
the group.                             
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Models with Display Audio
Pandora®
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’\
s audio 
system. visit handsfreelink.com to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates 
apply with your phone service provider. 
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone: 
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 78) or USB port (see page 52).
•  A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pan\
dora 
to be launched.
•  If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be stream\
ing 
through Bluetooth
® Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
•  If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnect\
ing the 
cable if necessary. 
For other compatible smartphones: 
•  Connect via Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink® (see page 78).
•  If your phone is connected to Android Auto™ (see page 66), Pandora \
is only 
available through the Android Auto interface. visit the Android Auto website to 
check compatibility.
Pandora is only available in certain countries. Visit the Pandora website for more information.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Only launch streaming audio on your phone when it is safe to do so.
VO L
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Source: Select 
the Pandora icon.
Station: Change 
the station. Skip: Go to 
the next song.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including the 
Station List.
Like/dislike 
song
Play/Pause
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.
Models with color audio system
Basic HFL Operation
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling 
your phone. visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check 
phone compatibility.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be 
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over \
to perform 
the function.
 HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL)
Hang-Up/Back button: end or decline a call, or cancel an operation. 
Pick-Up button: Go to the phone screen, or 
answer an incoming call.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
Selector knob: rotate and press to make selections.
Back button: Go back to the 
previous display.
PHONE button: Display the 
phone screen.
       BLUETOOTH® HANDSFreeLINK® 
       BLUETOOTH® HANDSFreeLINK®