HONDA CIVIC 2016 10.G Quick Guide

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Models with color audio system
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first p\
air your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. \
Use the
selector knob to make and enter selections.
Pairing the First Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone
screen. A prompt appears. Select Yes.
2. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
Select oK.
3. The system searches for your phone. Select your
phone when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
4. The system gives you a pairing code. Compare it
to the code that appears on your phone. Connect
to HFL from your phone.
Pairing an Additional Phone
1. Press the Phone button to go to the Phone
screen. If a prompt appears asking to connect to
a phone, select No.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Bluetooth Setup.
4. Select Add New Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode.
Select oK.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select it
when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found, and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
7. The system gives you a pairing code. enter it on
your phone when prompted.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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Models with color audio system
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
enter a 10-digit phone number to call. Use the selector knob to make and \
enter
selections. This method is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Dial.
3. enter the phone number. Select the green phone
icon to call.
Using the Phonebook
When your phone is paired, its phonebook is automatically imported to th\
e system.
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections. This method is inope\
rable while
the vehicle is moving.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phonebook.
3. Scroll through the list to find the name and number
you want to call, and select it to call.
Storing Speed Dial EntriesStore up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the selector knob to make \
and enter
selections.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Phone Setup.
3. Select Speed Dial, then select Add New.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed DialMake calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. Use the selector kno\
b to make
and enter selections.
1. Press the Phone button.
2. Select Speed Dial.
3. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want to
call, and select it to call.
Speed dial entries with stored voice tags can be called using the Talk button. Press
the Talk button and follow the prompts.
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Models with Display Audio
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. Voice commands are also available.
HFL Controls
Use the controls to enter information and make selections.
Hang-Up/Back button: end or decline a call, or cancel an operation.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, or
say voice commands*.
button: Press until the phone screen is displayed in the Driver Information
Interface.
p / q buttons: Scroll the phone list in the Driver Information Interface.
ENTER button: From the phone screen in the Driver Information Interface,
select from Speed Dial, Call History, or Phonebook.
*vehicles with navigation
Talk Button Tips For a list of available phone 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 vents away from the microphone on the ceiling.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
Phone: From the HoMe screen, display the phone
screen.
MENU: From the
phone screen,
select various
call options.
BACK: Go back
to the previous
display. Settings: Select
Phone from the
Settings screen
for phone pairing
and more.
*vehicles with navigation
HFL display
VO
L
HOME
MENUBACK
AUDIO
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Models with Display Audio
Pairing a Phone
To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first p\
air your
phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. \
Use the
touchscreen to make and enter selections.
If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay
® (see page 65) or Android Auto™
(see page 66), pairing of additional Bluetooth-compatible devices is unavailable
and Add Bluetooth Device is grayed out from the Bluetooth Device List sc\
reen.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Bluetooth Device List.
4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.
5. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select
Continue.
6. The system searches for your phone. Select your
phone when it appears on the list.
If your phone does not appear: 
Select Phone Not Found and search for
HandsFreeLink from your phone. Connect to HFL.
7. The system 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 options:
HondaLink Assist: Select on to enable emergency
collision notification (see page 80).
Phone Synchronization: Select on to automatically
import contacts and call history from your phone.
9. Press BACK to exit the menu.
State, provincial, or local laws may prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models with Display Audio
Making a Call
You can make a call using several methods.
Dialing a Number
enter a 10-digit phone number to call.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by number.”
2. Say the phone number: For example,
“3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”
3. The system begins to dial.
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. voice commands are
always available.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Dial.
4. enter the phone number. Select the green phone
icon to call.
Using the Phonebook When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imp\
orted to
the system. Phone synchronization must be turned on.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For
example,
“John Smith mobile.”
Using the touchscreen
Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. voice commands are
always available.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Phonebook.
4. Scroll through the list to find the name and number
you want to call, and select it to call.
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Storing Speed Dial Entries
Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing.
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select edit Speed Dial, then select New entry.
4. Select an entry method.
5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the
number. Follow the prompts.
Using Speed DialMake calls quickly using stored speed dial entries.
Using voice commands
Press the Talk button before you say each command.
1. Say “Dial by name.”
2. Say the stored voice tag name. For example,
“John Smith.”
Using the touchscreen
1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
2. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want
to call, and select it to call.
HondaLink® Assist
If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit detects that the vehicle is severely
impacted, your vehicle automatically attempts to connect to an operator. Your
phone must be paired to the system and have good cellular connection. visit www.
hondalink.com (U.S.) or honda.ca/hondalinkassist (Canada) for more information.
1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink® (see page 78).
2. Select Call Now, or the system automatically
connects after 10 seconds. The vehicle information
and its position are sent to the operator.
3. Select Talk Now to immediately talk to the operator.
4. When the call is complete, select Hang Up or press
the Hang-Up/Back button on the steering wheel.
Models with Display Audio
SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*
receive and send messages from your paired and connected phone. visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility.
Standard message rates apply with your phone service provider. This feature is
limited while the vehicle is moving.
Receiving and Responding to Messages
When you receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the touchscreen. You can
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.
To reply: With the message open, select reply,
and choose one of the six available responses.
Select Send to send the message. You cannot
create a new text message.
To call the sender: With the message open,
select Dial.
Selecting an Account
If your phone has both text message and e-mail accounts, you can select \
only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Phone.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Message or an e-mail account.
*if equipped
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Models with Display Audio
Siri® Eyes Free
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone® is paired to the system. visit
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone compatibility.
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 no\
t
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 aud\
io source
to Bluetooth
® Audio.
• 
If using Siri eyes Free through Apple CarPlay® (see page 65), use the Talk button
to activate and deactivate Siri eyes Free mode.
“Remind me to pick up dinner”
“Set up a meeting today at 3 p.m.”
“Play song XYZ”
Siri eyes Free mode
Talk button:
Press and hold to activate Siri eyes Free mode. Say your command after you hear the Siri tone.
Siri and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
Hang-up/Back button: Press to deactivate Siri eyes Free mode.
Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system.
Basic Navigation Operation
A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination. You can operate the system
using voice commands or the system controls.
To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions \
may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always
available.
Steering Wheel Controls Use the steering wheel controls to say voice commands.
Talk Button Tips•  When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
•  To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your
command.
•  Speak in a clear, natural voice.
• 
reduce all background noise.
•  Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
•  Close the windows and moonroof.
Back button: Press to cancel
a command or operation.
Talk button: Press to say
navigation commands.
NAVIGATION*
*if equipped
System Guidance Volume
Adjust the navigation system volume.
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select the Sound/Beep tab.
4. Select Guidance volume, and adjust the level.
Select oK when complete.
5. Press BACK to exit the menus.
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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Navigation Display and Controls
Touch icons on the screen to enter information and make selections.
VO L
HOME
MENUBACK
AUDIO
Traffic flow
Current vehicle
position Traffic incident
icon
Search icon
Map menu
Navigation: Display the map
screen.
BACK: Go back to the previous
display. MENU: Display navigation
options. MAP: Display the map screen.
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.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select MeNU.
3. Select Set Home Location.
4. Select enter My Address.
5. Select Search All.
6. enter the street number and select Done.
7. enter the street name and select Done. Select
the street from the list.
8. Select the address from the list. A map of the
address is shown. Select Select.
When your home address is stored, you can press the Talk button and say
“Navigation” and then “Go home” at any time. You can also select Go Home from
the Where To? menu.
Street Address
enter a street address.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select Address.
3. Select Search All.
4. enter the street number and select Done.
5. enter the street name and select Done. Select
the street from the list.
6. Select the address from the list.
7. Select Go!.
You can also enter a street address using voice
commands. Press the Talk button and say
“Navigation” and then “
Find Address.” Follow the
prompts.

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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Place Category
enter a destination using a point of interest or landmark.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select Categories.
3. Select a category (and a subcategory if
necessary).
4. Select a place from the list.
5. Select Go!.
You can also enter a street address using voice
commands. Press the Talk button and say
“Navigation” and then “
Find Place.” Follow the
prompts.
Recent Places
Select an address from a list of your 50 most recent destinations.
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select recent.
3. Select a place from the list.
4. Select Go!.
Saved PlacesSave locations so you can quickly route to them.
Saving a location
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select enter Search.
3. enter the address or place name.
4. Select the destination name when it appears.
5. Select the info icon.
6. Select the menu icon.
7. Select Save.
8. Select oK.
You can also save your current location. From the map screen, select the \
vehicle
icon. Select Save. enter a name for the location. Select Done. Select oK.
Routing to a saved location
1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
2. Select Saved.
3. Select the destination from the list.
4. Select Go!.

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NAVIGATION
NAVIGATION
Routing
After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route.
Map Legend
During route guidance
Next guidance
point
Speed limit Search icon
Turn-by-turn directions
Shows a more detailed view of the next maneuver on the Driver Informatio\
n Interface.
Upcoming
maneuver
Distance to next
guidance point Current route
Cancel route
Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away f\
rom
the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or kil\
led.
operate system controls only when the conditions permit you to safely do \
so.
WARNING
Street name of
next guidance
point
Traffic
view traffic flow and incidents in major metro areas. Traffic alerts are
accompanied by an audible beep. Pop-up messages and traffic informatio\
n can
be viewed when you are on the map screen. You can also select traffic to avoid.
Traffic coverage is limited in Canada.
Viewing traffic
1. From the map screen, select the traffic icon.
2. Select Traffic Conditions.
3. Traffic icons are shown on the map. Select the
magnifying glass icon to display a full list of
traffic delays.
To mute traffic alerts and voice guidance: From the map screen, press MeNU.
Select Mute. To lower voice guidance volume, see page 83.
Avoiding traffic on your route
1. From the map screen, select the traffic icon.
2. Select Traffic on route.
3. Select an incident to avoid from the list.
4. Select the menu icon.
5. Select Avoid.

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DRIVING
DRIVING
DRIVING
Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features.
Before Driving
Check the following items before you begin driving.
Exterior Checks
•  Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
• 
remove any frost, snow, or ice.
•  Make sure the hood is securely closed.
•  Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite flammable materials left u\
nder
the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an exte\
nded period,
inspect and remove any debris that may have collected, such as dried grass
and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by\
a small
animal. Also check under the hood for leftover flammable materials aft\
er you or
someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.
•  Make sure the tires are in good condition.
•  Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
Interior Checks
•  Store or secure all items on board properly.
•  Do not pile items in the cargo area higher than the seatback height.
•  Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure t\
he floor
mats.
•  If you have any animals on board, do not let them move freely around in \
the
vehicle.
•  Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
•  Adjust your seating position, mirrors, and steering wheel properly.
•  Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll\
under the
seats.
• 
everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
•  Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you s\
tart
the vehicle, and go off soon after.
If the doors are frozen shut, use warm water around the door edges to me\
lt any
ice. Do not try to force them open, as this can damage the rubber trim a\
round the
doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid further freezing.
NOTICE In addition:
•  During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation, avoid sudden acc\
eleration or
full throttle operation so as not to damage the engine or powertrain.
•  Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this
when the brake pads are replaced.
Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling,
stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in the vehicle owner’s manual regarding accessories
and modifications.
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DRIVING
DRIVING
Maximum Load Limit
Carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle\
’s handling,
stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the Tire and Loading
Information label on the driver’s doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer. Below are the
steps for determining the correct load limit:
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be \
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg
or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage \
load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs. and
there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 \
x 150)
= 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on
the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and
luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this
reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories\
,
cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross vehicle Weight
rating (GvWr) or the Gross Axle Weight rating (GAWr). Both are on a label
on the driver’s doorjamb.
Label example
The headlight aim on your vehicle was set by the factory, and does not need to be
adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a
trailer, have the aiming readjusted at your dealer or by a qualified technici\
an.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Load limits example
Example 1
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg )Cargo weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example 2
Max load
850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cau\
se a
crash in which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide.
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