HONDA CRV 2023 Owners Manual

uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying Bluetooth ® Audio
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Features
You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a song.
■Shuffle/Repeat
Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon
until you find a play mode option of your
preference.
■To turn off a play mode
Select the mode you want to turn off.
■How to Select a Play Mode1 How to Select a Play Mode
Play Mode Menu Items
Shuffle
Shuffle off: Shuffle mode to off.
Shuffle Albums: Plays all available albums in
a selected list in random order.
Shuffle All Songs: Plays all available songs in
a selected list in random order.
Repeat Repeat off: Repeat mode to off.
Repeat all: Repeats the all songs.
Repeat Song: Repeats the current song.
Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some or all of the functi ons may not be displayed.
Shuffle Icon Repeat Icon

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSiri Eyes Free
Features
Siri Eyes Free
You can talk to Siri using the (talk) button on the steering wheel when your
iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
2Phone Setup P. 405
■Using Siri Eyes Free
1Siri Eyes Free
Check Apple Inc. website for features available for
Siri.
We recommend against using Si ri other than in Siri
Eyes Free mode whil e operating a vehicle.
1Using Siri Eyes Free
Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.
(Talk) Button
Press until the display changes as shown.
Press and hold to deactivate Siri Eyes Free.
While in Siri Eyes Free:
The display remains the same.
No feedback or commands
appear. Appears
when Siri is
activated in
Siri Eyes Free

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uSmartphone Voice Recognition
Features
Smartphone Voice Recognition
You can use Smartphone Voice Recognitio n using the (talk) button on the
steering wheel when your Andr oid phone is paired to the Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system.
2Phone Setup P. 405
■Using Smartphone Voice Recognition1Using Smartphone Voice Recognition
Depending on your Android phone, you may need to
operate your phone.
Some commands work only on specific phone
features or apps.
(Talk) Button
Press to activate Smartphone Voice Recognition.
Press and hold to deacti vate Smartphone Voice
Recognition.
While in Smartphone Voice
Recognition:
The display remains the same.
No feedback or commands
appear. Appears
when
Smartphone
Voice
Recognition
is activated

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
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Features
Apple CarPlay
If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the front USB,
you can use the audio/information screen, in stead of the iPhone display, to make a
phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), and access messages.
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■Apple CarPlay Menu
1Apple CarPlay
The images shown here (designs, specifications, etc.)
may differ from what is displayed on your screen.
Only iPhone 5 or newer versi ons with iOS 8.4 or later
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.
We recommend using the latest OS.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible
apps.
To directly access the Appl e CarPlay phone function,
press the PHONE button. While connected to Apple
CarPlay, calls are only made through Apple CarPlay. If
you want to make a call with HandsFreeLink, turn
Apple CarPlay OFF or detach the USB cable from your
iPhone. 2 Setting Up Apple CarPlay P. 265
When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is
not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio or
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®. However, other
previously paired phones can stream audio via
Bluetooth ® while Apple CarPlay is connected.
2 Phone Setup P. 405
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
For details on c ountries and regions where Apple
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.
Go back to the
audio screen
CONNECT Button
Press t o

display Apple CarPlay screen
Apple CarPlay menu screen
: Go back to the
Apple CarPlay
Dashboard screen
: Go back to the
Apple CarPlay menu
screen

uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
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Features
■Phone
Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail.
■Messages
Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.
■Music
Play music stored on your iPhone.
■Maps
Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your
iPhone.
1 Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Apple CarPlay requi res a compatible iPhone with an
active cellular connecti on and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software,
and other technology integral to providing Apple
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services.
Honda cannot and does not pr ovide any warranty or
guarantee of future Appl e CarPlay performance or
functionality.
It is possible to use 3r d party apps if they are
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple
homepage for information on compatible apps.
To adjust the ringtone volume, the guidance volume
of the navigation or Siri, or the audio volume, turn
the VOL / AUDIO (Volume/Power) knob while the
sound you want to adjust is playing.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
Features
After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the front USB, use the
following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the
transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as vehicle location, speed,
and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay experience. You will need
to consent to the sharing of this in formation on the audio/information screen.
1. Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.
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uThe confirmation screen will be displayed.
2. Select Yes.
u If you do not want to connect Apple CarPlay, select No.
You may change the consent settings under the Smartphone Settings menu.
■Setting Up Apple CarPlay
■Connecting Apple CarPlay Using the USB Cable to the USB Port
1Setting Up Apple CarPlay
Only initialize Apple CarPlay when you are safely
parked.
When Apple CarPlay first detects your iPhone, you
will need to set up your iPhone. Refer to the
instruction manual that came with your iPhone.
You can use the following procedure to disconnect or
delete the devices conn ecting Apple CarPlay:
Press the MENU button
Select Smartphone Settings Apple CarPlay
 Select device
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your iP hone by Apple CarPlay is
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and
Apple’s Privacy Policy.

uuAudio System Basic Operation uApple CarPlay
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Features
Press the (talk) button to activate Siri.
■Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri1Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri
Below are examples of questions and commands for
Siri.
•What movies are playing today?•Call dad at work.
•What song is this?
•How’s the weather tomorrow?•Read my latest email.
•Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.
For more information, please visit
www.apple.com/ios/siri .
To adjust the guidance volume of Siri, turn the VOL/
AUDIO (Volume/Power) knob while Siri is
activated.
(Talk) button:
Press to activate Siri.
Press again to deactivate Siri.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
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Features
Android AutoTM
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port, Android
Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can use the
audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google Maps (Navigation), 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 Ports P. 239
2 Auto Pairing Connection P. 269
1Android AutoTM
The images shown here (designs, specifications, etc.)
may differ from what is displayed on your screen.
We recommend that you upda te Android OS to the
latest version when using Android Auto.
Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used while your phone is
connected to Android Auto.
To use Android Auto on a smartphone with Android
9.0 (Pie) or earl ier, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.
Park in a safe place befo re connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.
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. 405
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the
same time.
Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.

uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
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Features
• Maps
Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your
Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard
entries. Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other
inputs.
• Phone
Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.
• Exit
•
Operate Android Auto with your voice.
■Android Auto Menu1Android AutoTM
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.
Screens may differ depending on the version of the
Android Auto app you are using.
Android Auto Operating Requirements &
Limitations
Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone
with an active mobile 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.
To adjust the ringtone volume, the guidance volume
of the navigation or voice recognition, or the audio
volume, turn the VOL / AUDIO (Volume/Power)
knob while the sound you want to adjust is playing.
Go back to the
audio screen
CONNECT Button

Press to display Android Auto screen
Android Auto menu screen
Go back to the Android
Auto menu screen

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uAndroid AutoTM
Features
•
You can check Android notifications.
• (Android Auto Home)
Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that
appear just when they’re needed.
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the USB port, Android Auto is
automatically initiated.
To enable Android Auto after connecting an Android phone to the system, select
Yes on the screen.
You may change the consent settings under the Smartphone Settings menu.
■Auto Pairing Connection
■Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port1Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port
Only initialize Android Auto when you are safely
parked. When Android Auto first detects your phone,
you will need to set up your phone so that auto
pairing is possibl e. Refer to the instruction manual
that came with your phone.
You can use the following procedure to disconnect or
delete the devices connecting Android Auto after you
have completed the initial setup:
Press the MENU button 
Select Smartphone Settings  Android Auto 
Select device
Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.