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Features

HFL can display newly received text messages as well as the last 20 messages 
received on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be read aloud and 
replied to using a fixed common phrase.

1. Select the system status icon.

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The status area appears.

2. A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new 

text message.

3. Select Open to display the message.

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The text message is displayed.

4. Select Play to listen to the message. To 

discontinue the message read-out, select 
Stop.

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Receiving a Text Message

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Receiving a Text Message

Some cell phones might not be able to read the 
transmission log of data sent and data received.

The system does not display any received messages 
while you are driving. You can only hear them read 
aloud.

The system can only receive messages that are sent a 
text (SMS) messages. The message sent using the 
data services will not be displayed in the list.

With some phones, you may be able to display up to 
20 of the last text messages received.

State or local laws may limit your use of the HFL text 
message feature. Only use the text message feature 
when conditions allow you to do so safely.

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Features

You can select one from the Bluetooth® device list to be active and receive 
notifications.

1. Press the 

 button.

2. Select Messages.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Change Connected Phone.
5. Change a desired phone.

2 To change the currently paired phone 

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Selecting a Phone

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Selecting a Phone

You can only receive notifications from one phone at 
a time.

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1. Press the 

 button.

2. Select Messages.

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Select a phone if necessary.

3. Select a message.

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The text message is displayed.

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Displaying Messages

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Displaying Messages

The 

 (blue) icon appears next to an unread 

message.

If you delete a message on the phone, the message 
will also be deleted from the system. If you send a 
message from the system, the message goes to your 
phone’s outbox.

To see the previous or next message, select 

 Prev 

or Next 

 on the message screen.

Message List

Text Message

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Read or Stop reading a message

1. Go to the text message screen.
2. Select Play.

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The system starts reading the message 
aloud.

3. Select Stop to stop reading.

Select Play again to start reading the 
message.

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Reply to a message

1. Go to the text message screen.
2. Select Reply.
3. Select the reply message.

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The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Send to send the message.

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Message sent. appears on the screen 
when the reply message was successfully 
sent.

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Reply to a message

The available reply messages are as follows:

•

Talk to you later, I’m driving.

•

I’m on my way.

•

I’m running late.

•

OK

•

Yes

•

No

The default reply messages are displayed only in 
English. If you want to use reply messages in 
languages other than English, please edit them.

2 To edit a reply message P. 435

You can add a reply message by selecting + Create 
New Message.

2 To edit a reply message P. 435

Only certain phones receive and send messages when 
paired and connected. For a list of compatible 
phones:

•

U.S.: Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/, 
or call 1-888-528-7876.

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Canada: For more information on smartphone 
compatibility, call 1-888-528-7876.

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To edit a reply message

1. Press the 

 button.

2. Select Messages.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Edit Replies.
5. Select the reply message you want to edit 

or + Create New Message.

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The on-screen keyboard screen is 
displayed.

6. Enter a reply message, and then select 

Save.

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To delete a reply message

1. Press the 

 button.

2. Select Messages.
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Delete Replies.
5. Select 

 on the reply message you want to 

delete.

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The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

6. Select Yes.

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To edit a reply message

You can change the order of reply messages by 
selecting Reorder.

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Making a call to a sender

1. Go to the text message screen.
2. Select Call.

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HondaLink® Assist

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Automatic collision notification

If your vehicle’s airbags deploy or if the unit 
detects that the vehicle is severely impacted, 
your vehicle automatically will attempt to 
connect to the HondaLink® operator. If 
connected, information about your vehicle, its 
location, and its condition can be sent to the 
operator

*1

; you also can speak to the operator 

when connected. 

IMPORTANT: For vehicles equipped with HondaLink® Assist, owner activation 
constitutes authorization for Honda to collect information from your vehicle needed 
to provide the service, and agreement to the Terms of Use at www.hondalink.com/
TermsAndConditions. In a crash, HondaLink® Assist will attempt to notify emergency 
services but NEITHER HONDA NOR ITS SERVICE PROVIDERS GUARANTEE THAT 
SUCH NOTIFICATION WILL OCCUR.

Honda reserves the right to terminate HondaLink® Assist services at any time or for 
any reason, and in the future may not be able to provide services due to changes in, 
or obsolescence of, technology integral to the service or changes in governmental 
regulation.

*1: Depending on your phone and adequate cellular coverage, your vehicle’s location may not 
be sent to the operator.

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In Case of Emergency

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HondaLink® Assist

*

HondaLink® Assist also provides services you can 
operate from the Internet or your smartphone.

To subscribe to HondaLink® Assist, or to get more 
information about all of its features, contact an 
Honda dealer, or visit hondalink.honda.com

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In Case of Emergency

Your vehicle may not be able to connect to the 
operator if the battery level is low, the line is 
disconnected, or you do not have adequate cellular 
coverage.

You cannot use this emergency services when:

•

You travel outside the HondaLink® service coverage 
areas.

•

There is a problem with the connecting devices, 
such as the microphones, speakers, or the unit 
itself.

•

HondaLink Assist is not enabled.

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You cannot operate other phone-related functions 
using the screen while talking to the operator.
Only the operator can terminate the connection to 
your vehicle.

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Automatic collision notification

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it 
repeatedly tries until it succeeds.

* Not available on all models

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To enable notification

1. Go to the phone settings screen.

2 Phone settings screen P. 417

2. Select HondaLink Assist.
3. Select Enable or Cancel.

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To enable notification

Setting options:

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Enable: Notification is available.

•

Cancel: Disable the feature.

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Refuel Recommend

Your vehicle is equipped with a feature that recommends refueling at a timing of 
your preference. Once the system is programmed, this feature will notify you when 
refueling is recommended as well as enable you to search for gas stations that are 
located in the vicinity of your vehicle.

1. When it is time to refuel the vehicle, a 

notification is displayed and a notification 
icon is displayed in the header. 

2. Touch the box that contains the icon.

3. Select Find Gas Station Now.

4. Choose a gas station from the search 

screen of the navigation system.

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For instructions on how to use the 
navigation system, refer to the 
navigation system manual.

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Refuel Recommend

You can change the setting for Refuel Recommend 
by selecting: SettingsSystemRefuel 
recommend

When you turn off this feature, the timing that you 
programmed for refueling will be deleted.

This feature can only be used when the gas tank fuel 
level is below 30 percent.

If you select Find Gas Station Now or put more 
than 5 liters of gasoline into the gas tank, the 
notification for refueling will disappear. If you prefer 
not to be notified, select OFF in the settings for Refuel 
Recommend. 

When you drive on a rough road or ascend or 
descend a hill for an extended period of time, the 
notification may disappear or may not be displayed at 
all.

Models with navigation system

Notification 
icon

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Driving

This chapter discusses driving and refueling.

Before Driving................................... 442
Towing a Trailer................................ 447
When Driving

Turning on the Power ...................... 448
Precautions While Driving................. 454
Transmission .................................... 456
Shifting ............................................ 457
SPORT Mode.................................... 463
Deceleration Paddle Selector ............ 464
ECON Mode .................................... 467
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System...... 468
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic 

Stability Control (ESC), System ...............469

Agile Handling Assist ............................. 471
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).....472
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - 

Required Federal Explanation ......... 475

High Voltage Battery........................ 477
LaneWatch

TM

*

.................................. 478

Honda Sensing® ................................ 480

Collision Mitigation Braking System

TM

 

(CMBS

TM

) ....................................... 483

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low 

Speed Follow (LSF) ......................... 492

Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 509

Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) 

System........................................ 517

Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 522
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 528
Radar Sensor ................................... 530

Braking

Brake System ................................... 531
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 539
Brake Assist System ......................... 540

Parking Your Vehicle........................ 541
Multi-View Rear Camera.................. 543
Refueling........................................... 546
Fuel Economy and CO

2

 Emissions.... 549

* Not available on all models

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Driving

Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Check the following items before you start driving.

• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior 

lights, or other parts of the vehicle.

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Remove any frost, snow, or ice.

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Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of 
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.

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When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel 
or wheel components.

• Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.

• Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 582

• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.

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NOTICE

When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around 
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force 
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim 
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid 
further freezing.

Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water 
freezes in the hole.

Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite 
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a 
fire. If you’ve parked your vehicle for an extended 
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 after you or someone else has 
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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• Store or secure all items on board properly.

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Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s 
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 445

• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden 
braking.

• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor 

mat.

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An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator 
pedal operation while driving.

• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.

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They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.

• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 176

• Adjust your seating position properly.

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Adjust the head restraint, too.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 207
2 Adjusting the Front Head Restraint Positions P. 212

• Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.

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Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 205
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 204

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Interior Checks

The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not 
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry 
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted 
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

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• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the 

seats.

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They can interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, the operation 
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.

• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.

2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 47

• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the 

vehicle, and go off soon after.

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Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.

2 Indicators P. 80

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Maximum Load Limit

The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Information label attached to 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

.

Steps for Determining 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.)

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Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all 
occupants, all accessories and all cargo.

2 Specifications P. 652

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle.

2 Specifications P. 652

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WARNING

Overloading or improper loading 
can affect handling and stability 
and cause a crash in which you 
can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other 
loading guidelines in this manual.

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(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.

Load Limits Example

Example1

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)

Example2

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)

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Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your 
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.

2 Towing a Trailer P. 447