HONDA FIT 2017 3.G Quick Guide
Manufacturer: HONDA, Model Year: 2017, Model line: FIT, Model: HONDA FIT 2017 3.GPages: 76, PDF Size: 8.56 MB
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       AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with color audio system
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 47).
Selector knob: 
Rotate to change 
tracks. Press to 
display the folder 
list.
CD/AUX button: 
Play a connected 
USB flash drive.
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Press to change 
tracks. Press and 
hold to move rapidly 
within a track.
Play mode buttons (1–6): Select a play mode, 
such as random, repeat, etc. Corresponding 
icons appear above each button.
 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. 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 67).
Seek/Skip buttons: 
Change audio 
tracks. CD/AUX button: 
Play Bluetooth
® 
Audio.
Preset button 1: 
Resume audio.
Preset button 2: 
Pause audio.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Launch streaming audio on your phone only when 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.
Selector knob: 
Press to enter the 
music search list.                              
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       AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Touchscreen 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.
*if equipped
**HondaLink can be accessed only if the app is installed on your 
smartphone, and the phone is connected to the system (see page 57).
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Power button: 
Turn audio on 
or off.
HOME
(shown)
MENU: Display 
menu items for the 
selected screen.
BACK: Go back to 
the previous screen. Day/Night button: 
Change screen 
brightness.
Settings: Choose 
Audio for options. HondaLink™: 
View apps when 
your phone 
is connected 
through 
HondaLink**. Audio: Display 
current audio 
information.
Volume
Display button: 
Change the display.
 Changing Icon Order
You can change the order of the icons on the Home screen.
1.
 From the Home screen, select Settings.
2.
 Select System.
3.
 Select Home.
4.
 Select Home Screen Edit Order.
5.
 Select and hold the icon you want to move and slide 
it to a different position.
HondaLink™ 
You can connect a compatible smartphone to the audio system to enable int\
egration 
between the smartphone’s approved apps and the vehicle. This allows you to control 
the phone’s apps through the touchscreen.
To check smartphone compatibility and connection instructions, visit 
handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada).
To get more information on HondaLink features and apps, visit www.hondalink.com 
(U.S.) or honda.ca/handsfreelink (Canada).                         
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       AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
FM/AM Radio 
Play FM or AM radio stations.
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MENU
BACK
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. VOL
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BACK
Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the channel list 
or preset list.
Models with touchscreen
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.
Source: Select 
the XM icon.
Category: Change 
the category. Channel: Change 
the channel. 
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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       AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Compact Disc (CD) 
The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC 
formats. 
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged CD. Inserting th\
ese 
types of CDs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
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Source: Select 
the CD icon.
Folder: Change 
the folder. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the track list.
Track: Change 
the track.  
CD slotCD eject button
Models with touchscreen
iPod® 
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device to 
the USB port (see page 47).
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Source: Select 
the iPod icon. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
the track list.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including 
Music Search. Songs: Change 
the track.
 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.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.                           
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       AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
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 47).
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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.
 Searching for MusicUse 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. Models with touchscreen
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 71).
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Source: 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.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Launch streaming audio on your phone only when 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.
• The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on\
 all 
phones.                             
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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
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. Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone: 
•
 Connect via Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (see page 71) or USB port (see page 47).
•
 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 71).
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. 
Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
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Source: Select 
the Pandora icon.
Station: Change 
the station. Skip: Go to 
the next song. Open/close: 
Display or hide 
information.
MENU: Display 
menu options, 
including the 
Station List. Like/dislike 
song
Play/Pause
Models with touchscreen
HDMI Video
Play video from a compatible device while your vehicle is stopped. Connect your 
device to the HDMI port (see page 47).
From the connected device, launch the video you want to display on the 
touchscreen. The device or video resolution must be 720p or lower to vie\
w. This 
feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.
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Source: Select 
the HDMI 
icon from the 
SOURCE screen.                         
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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)
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or 
cancel an operation. 
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.
HFL display
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.
Applicable 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 Entries
Store 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 Dial
Make 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.
Models with touchscreen
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.
Pick-Up button: Answer an incoming call.
Hang-Up/Back button: End or decline a call, or cancel 
an operation. 
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag, or 
say voice commands*.
+ / - buttons: Scroll the list after pressing and holding 
the Menu button.
SOURCE button: Press to enter a selection after 
pressing and holding the Menu button.
Menu button: From the phone screen, press and hold 
to display speed dial, call history, or redial.
*vehicles with navigation
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 Talk Button Tips
For a list of available phone commands, see page 140.
•
 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.
•
 Close the windows and moonroof.
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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
Models with touchscreen
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.
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 73). 
Phone Synchronization:
 Select On to automatically 
import contacts and call history from your phone.
9.
 Press BACK to exit the menu.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of  
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
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Models with touchscreen
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.
 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 Dial Make 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. Vi\
sit 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 71).
2.
 Select Call Now, or the system automatically 
connects after 10 seconds. The vehicle information 
and its position may be 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.
*Depending on your phone and cellular signal capability, your vehicle’s  location may not be sent to the operator.
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