android auto HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2017 Owner's Manual (in English)
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 212
USB Port(s) ....................................... 213
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 214
Audio Remote Controls .................... 215
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 219
Audio/Information Screen ................ 220
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 224
Display Setup ................................... 225
Playing the AM/FM Radio ................. 226
Playing an iPod ................................ 228
Models with color audio system
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 231
Playing  Bluetooth ® Audio................. 234
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 237
Audio/Information Screen ................ 238
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 259
Display Setup ................................... 260
Voice Control Operation .................. 262
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 266
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
*................. 270
Playing an iPod ................................ 278
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ...................... 281
Playing Pandora ®*............................ 285
Models with Display Audio
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 287
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 290
HondaLink ®..................................... 292
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 297
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 299
Apple CarPlay .................................. 300
Android Auto .................................. 303
Audio Error Messages ...................... 307
General Information on the Audio  System ............................................. 310
Customized Features ........................ 328
Bluetooth®  HandsFreeLink®
*... 361, 384
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uUSB Port(s)
Features
USB Port(s)
Install the iPod USB connector or the USB flash 
drive to the front USB port.
u The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio 
files on a USB flash drive and connecting 
a cellular phone and charging device.
u The USB port (1.5A) is for charging 
devices, playing audio files and 
connecting compatib le phones with 
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
■In the consol e compartment*
The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio files 
on the USB flash drive and connecting a 
cellular phone and charging device.
u Move the removable beverage holder 
tray rearward.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 USB Port(s)
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the 
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may 
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension cable with the 
USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or  USB flash drive using a 
hub.
•Do not use a device such as  a card reader or hard 
disk drive, as the device  or your files may be 
damaged.
•We recommend k eeping your data backed up 
before using the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may  vary depending on the 
device model and software version.
If the audio system does  not recognize the iPod, try 
reconnecting it a few times  or reboot the device. To 
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions 
provided with the iPod or visit  www.apple.com/ipod.
The front USB port can suppl y up to 1.5A of power. 
It does not output 1.5A unless requested by the 
device.
For amperage details, read  the operating manual of 
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY 
( q or ON (w*1 first.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the 
port may generate noise in  the radio you are listening 
to.
USB charge (1.5A)
Models with 
color audio 
systemModels with 
Display Audio
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
In the console compartment
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen
Features
■Using the audio/in formation screen
Select   to go to the home screen.
Select  Phone , Info , Audio , Settings , Navigation
*, HondaLink , Smartphone 
Connection  (Apple CarPlay,  Android Auto), App List , or Instrument Panel .
■Phone
Displays the HFL information.
2 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®* P. 384
1Using the audio/in formation screen
Touchscreen operation
•Use simple gestures - in cluding 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 change the touchs creen sensitivity setting.
2 Customized Features  P. 351
Home Screen
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAudio/Information Screen
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Features
■HondaLink
Connects with your smartphone*1 to play personalized music, information, and 
social media streams.
2 HondaLink ® P. 292
■Smartphone Connection
Connects with your smartphone*1 and allows some apps on your smartphone to be 
used on the audio system.
2 Apple CarPlay  P. 300
2 Android Auto  P. 303
■App List
Adds or removes apps or widgets on the home screen.
2 Home Screen  P. 249
■Instrument Panel
Selects from three customizable settings  for the driver information interface.
*1: Available on specific phones only. Check automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ for U.S. 
and
 www.handsfreelink.ca for Canada for compatible phones and hondalink.com for U.S. and 
honda.ca/hondalink for Canada for feature details.
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uVoice Control Operation
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FeaturesWhen the   (Talk)  button is pressed, 
available voice comma nds appear on the 
screen.
For a complete list of commands, say “ Voice 
Help ” after the beep or select  Voice Help.
You can see the list of commands in  Voice 
Info  on the Info menu  screen. Select Info, 
then select  .
The system only recognizes the commands 
on the following pages,  at certain screens. 
Free form voice commands are not 
recognized.
*1: Models with navigation system
■Voice Portal Screen■Phone Call
This can be only used when the phone is 
connected. When the sy stem recognizes the 
Phone call command, the screen will 
change to the voice re cognition screen for 
phone commands.
• Dial by number
• Call history
• Redial
• Call 
• Call 
• Call Police
• Call 911
Phone Call commands are not available if 
using Apple CarPlay.
■Music Search
This can be only used when the iPod or USB 
device is connected.
■Climate Control*1
When the system recognizes the Climate 
Control  command, the screen will change 
the dedicated screen to the climate control 
voice recognition screen.
2 Climate Control Commands*1 P. 265
■Audio*1
When the system  recognizes the Audio 
command, the screen will change to the 
audio voice recognition screen.
• Audio On
• Audio Off
• Radio FM
• Radio AM
• Radio SXM
*
•Pandora*
•iPod
• USB
• Other Sources
Pandora
* cannot be used with Android 
Auto.
■Navigation*1
The screen changes to the navigation 
screen.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
■HondaLink
This can be only used when the phone is 
connected.
■Voice Setting
The screen changes to the Voice Recog  tab 
on the System settings  screen.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Pandora ®*
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Features
Playing Pandora ®*
Your audio system allows you to  listen to music from the Pandora ® app on a 
compatible smartphone.
This function is available  when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system, or with an iPhone, you can connect using 
your USB cable to the USB port.
2 Phone Setup  P. 392
2 USB Port(s)  P. 213
U.S. models
1Playing Pandora ®*
Pandora®, the Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade 
dress are trademarks or registered trademarks of 
Pandora Media, Inc., used  with permission. Pandora 
is only available in certai n countries. Visit the Pandora 
website for more information.
To find out if your phone is compatible with this 
feature, visit  automobiles.honda.com /handsfreelink/, 
or call 1-888-528-7876.
To use this service in your vehicle, the Pandora ® app 
must first be installed on your phone. Visit 
www.pandora.com  for more information.
Pandora ® is free, personalized  radio that plays music 
and comedy you’ll love. Just start with the name of 
one of your favorite arti sts, tracks, comedians or 
composers and Pandora ® will create a custom station 
that plays similar tracks. Pandora ® also features 
hundreds of genre stations  ranging from Dubstep to 
Smooth Jazz to Power Workout.
If you cannot  operate Pandora ® through the audio 
system, it may be streaming through  Bluetooth® 
Audio. Make sure Pandora ® mode on your audio 
system is selected.
If your phone is connecte d to Android Auto, Pandora 
is only available through the  Android Auto interface. 
Visit the Android Auto website to check 
compatibility.
VOL
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Audio/Information 
Screen Cover Art
VOL (Volume) Icons
Select to adjust the 
volume.  (Back) Icon
Select to go back to the 
previous display.
/AUDIO (Power/
Audio) Icon
Select to turn the audio 
system on and off.
 (Menu) Icon
Select to display the 
menu items.
Play/Pause Icon
Select to resume or play a track.
Station Up/Down Icons
Select to change a station. Skip Icon
Select to skip a track.Like/Dislike Icons
Select to evaluate a track.
Driver Information 
Interface
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying  Bluetooth ® Audio
Features
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio
Your audio system allows you  to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible 
phone.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
2 Phone Setup  P. 392
*1:Depending on the  Bluetooth® device you connect, some  or all of the lists may not 
be displayed.
1 Playing  Bluetooth ® Audio
Not all  Bluetooth -enabled phones with streaming 
audio capabilities are compatible.
To check if your phone is compatible, visit 
automobiles.honda.com /handsfreelink/.
It may be illegal to perform some data device 
functions while driving.
Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time. 
When there are more than  two paired phones in the 
vehicle, the first paired  phone the system finds is 
automatically connected. 
The connected phone for  Bluetooth® Audio can be 
different.
If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system, 
there may be a delay before  the system begins to 
play.
In some cases, the name of  the artist, album, or track 
may not appear correctly.
Some functions may not be available on some 
devices.
If a phone is currently conne cted via Apple CarPlay or 
Android Auto,  Bluetooth® Audio from that phone is 
unavailable. However, a se cond previously paired 
phone can stream  Bluetooth® Audio by selecting 
Connect    from the Bluetooth Device List .
2 Phone Setup  P. 392
VOL
HOME
MENU
BACK
AUDIO
Audio/
Information 
Screen
VOL (Volume) 
Icons
Select to adjust 
the volume.  (Back) Icon
Select to go back to the 
previous display./AUDIO (Power/
Audio) Icon
Select to turn the 
audio system on and 
off.
 (Menu) Icon
Select to display 
the menu items.
Group Icons
Select   or   to change group.
Pause Icon
Play Icon
Bluetooth 
Indicator
Appears when 
your phone is 
connected to 
HFL.
Track Icons
Select   or   to change tracks.
Open/Close 
Icon*1
Displays/hides 
the detailed 
information.
Driver Information 
Interface
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uHondaLink ®
Features
HondaLink ®
HondaLink® connects you to the latest information from Honda. You can connect 
your phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi or  Bluetooth®.
2Wi-Fi Connection  P. 297
2 Phone Setup  P. 392
■Places*
Displays restaurants, gas stations, Honda d ealer, and so on. You can also navigate to 
the found locations via the navigation.
■Vehicle
Displays instruction messages wh en the vehicle needs service.
■Help & Support
Displays tips for vehicle usage, and get support via road side or customer service 
center.
■HondaLink®  Menu
1HondaLink ®
The HondaLink ® connect app is compatible with most 
iPhone and Android phones.
Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and 
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data 
subscription package.
When Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is connected to 
the audio system, HondaLink®  can be accessed even 
without a Wi-Fi connection.
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid Auto
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Features
Android Auto
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the front USB, 
Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can 
use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google Maps (Navigation), 
Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto, a 
tutorial will appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tuto rial while safely parked before using 
Android Auto.
2 USB Port(s)  P. 213
2 Auto Pairing Connection  P. 305
1Android Auto
To use Android Auto, you need to download the 
Android Auto app from Google Play to your 
smartphone.
Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop)  or later versions are 
compatible with Android Auto.
Bluetooth  A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto 
phone.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android 
phone to Android Auto and when launching any 
compatible apps.
To use Android Auto, connect the USB cable to the 
front USB port. The USB port in the center console 
storage will not enable  Android Auto operation.
2 USB Port(s)  P. 213
When your Android phone is  connected to Android 
Auto, it is not possible to use the  Bluetooth® Audio. 
However, other previously paired phones can stream 
audio via  Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is 
connected.
2 Phone Setup  P. 392
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Featuresa Maps (Navigation)
Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your 
Android phone. When the vehicle is in mo tion, it is not possible to make keyboard 
entries. Stop the vehicle in  a safe location to undertake a search or provide other 
inputs.
Only one navigation system (pre-installe d navigation or Android Auto) can give 
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior 
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are 
currently using will direct you to your destination.
The audio/information screen shows you turn -by-turn driving directions to your 
destination.
b  Phone (Communication)
Make and receive phone calls as  well as listen to voicemail.
c  Google Now (Home screen)
Display useful information organized by Andr oid Auto into simple cards that appear 
just when they’re needed.
■Android Auto Menu1 Android Auto
For details on c ountries and regions where Android 
Auto is available, as well as information pertaining to 
function, refer to the Android Auto homepage.
Android Auto Operating Requirements & 
Limitations
Android Auto requires a  compatible Android phone 
with an active cellular  connection and data plan. 
Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, 
and other technology integral to providing Android 
Auto functionality, as well as new or revised 
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or 
cessation of Android Auto functionality and services. 
Honda cannot and does not pr ovide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or 
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are 
compatible with Android Auto. Refer to the Android 
Auto homepage for informat ion on compatible apps.
: Go back to 
the home screen
Android Auto icon
6
Models with navigation system
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