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Features

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To make a call using a speed dial entry

1.

Press the

PHONE

button.

2.

Press the

MENU

button.

3.

Rotate

to

select

Speed Dial

, then press

.

4.

Rotate

to select a number, then press

.

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Dialing starts automatically.

1.

Press the

button.

2.

Move the left selector wheel left to select

Speed Dial

.

3.

Roll the left selector wheel to select a
number.

4.

Push the left selector wheel or the

button.

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Dialing starts automatically.

1

To make a call using a speed dial entry

Move

to select

More Speed Dials

to view

another paired phone’s speed dial list. You can make
a call from that list using the currently connected
phone.

When a voice tag is stored, press the

button to

call the number using the voice tag.

2

Speed Dial

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Any voice-tagged speed dial entry, phonebook name
or number can be dialed by voice from any screen.
Press the

button and follow the prompts.

The speed dial displays the 20 speed dial entries.

Steering switches

111AAA####

Mr.AAA

Mr.BBB

Multi-information display

Head-up display

Steering switches

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When there is an incoming call, an audible
notification sounds (if activated) and the

Incoming call

screen appears.

Press the

button to answer the call.

Press the

button to decline or end the

call.

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Receiving a Call

1

Receiving a Call

Call Waiting
Press the

button to put the current call on hold to

answer the incoming call.
Press the

button again to return to the current

call.
Ignore the incoming call if you do not want to answer
it.
Press the

button if you want to hang up the

current call.

You can select the icons on the On Demand Multi-
Use Display

TM

instead of the

and

buttons.

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The following options are available during a call.

Mute

: Mute your voice.

Transfer

: Transfer a call from HFL to your phone.

Touch Tones

: Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call a menu-

driven phone system.

The available options are shown on the Phone
screen.
Rotate

to select the option, then press

.

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The mute icon appears when

Mute

is

selected. Select

Mute

again to turn it off.

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Options During a Call

1

Options During a Call

Touch Tones

: Available on some phones.

You can select the icons on the On Demand Multi-
Use Display

TM

.

0123456789####

01’23

John

10

Mute Icon

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HFL can display newly received text/e-mail messages as well as 20 of the most
recently received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be
read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phrase.

1.

A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new
text/e-mail message.

2.

Rotate

to select

Read

to check the

message, then press

.

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The text/e-mail message is displayed.

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Receiving a Text/E-mail Message

1

Receiving a Text/E-mail Message

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

With some phones, you may be able to display up to
20 most recent text/e-mail messages.

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

When you receive a text/e-mail message for the first
time since the phone is paired to HFL, you are asked
to turn the

New Text/Email Alert

setting to

On

.

2

To turn on or off the text/e-mail message
notice

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If a paired phone has text message or mail accounts, you can select one of them to
be active and receive notifications.

1.

Press the

SETTINGS

button.

2.

Rotate

to select

Phone Settings

, then

press .

3.

Move

or

to

select

the

Text/Email

tab.

4.

Rotate

to select

Select Account

, then

press .

5.

Rotate

to select

Text Messages

or an

e-mail account you want, then press

.

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Selecting a Mail Account

1

Selecting a Mail Account

You can also select a mail account from the folder list
screen or the message list screen.
Move

to select

Select Account

, then press

.

You can only receive notifications from one text
message or mail account at a time.

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Displaying text messages

1.

Press the

PHONE

button.

2.

Press the

MENU

button.

3.

Rotate

to select

Text/Email

, then press

.

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Select account if necessary.

4.

Rotate

to select a message, then press

.

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The text message is displayed.

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Displaying Messages

1

Displaying Messages

The

icon appears next to an unread message.

If you delete a message on the phone, the message is
also deleted in 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, move

or

on the text message screen.

Message List

Text Message

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Displaying e-mail messages

1.

Press the

PHONE

button.

2.

Press the

MENU

button.

3.

Rotate

to select

Text/Email

, then press

.

4.

Rotate

to select a folder, then press

.

5.

Rotate

to select a message, then press

.

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The e-mail is displayed.

1

Displaying e-mail messages

Received text/e-mail messages may appear in the
message list screen at the same time. In this case, text
messages are titled

No subject

.

Folder List

Message List

E-mail

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Read or stop reading a message

1.

Go to the text/e-mail message screen.

2

Displaying Messages

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2.

Press

to read the message aloud.

3.

Press

to stop reading.

Press

again to start reading the message

from the beginning.

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Reply to a message

1.

Go to the text/e-mail message screen.

2

Displaying Messages

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2.

Move

and rotate

to select

Reply

,

then press

.

3.

Rotate

to select the reply message, then

press .

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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.

1

Reply to a message

The available fixed reply messages are as follows:

•

Talk to you later, I’m driving.

•

I’m on my way.

•

I’m running late.

•

OK

•

Yes

•

No

You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.

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

•

U.S.: Visit

www.Handsfreelink.com/Acura

, or call

1-888-528-7876.

•

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

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Making a call to a sender

1.

Go to the text message screen.

2

Displaying text messages

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2.

Move

and rotate

to select

Call

, then

press .

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Provides a nationwide service for unexpected incidents. You can call for assistance
using a phone paired and connected to

Bluetooth

®

HandsFreeLink

®

.

1.

From the

Phone

screen, press the

MENU

button.

2.

Rotate

to select

Roadside Assistance

,

then press

.

3.

Rotate

to select a phone number, then

press .

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Dialing starts automatically.

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Roadside Assistance

1

Roadside Assistance

If you are subscribed to a paid AcuraLink package,
you can call roadside assistance using the

LINK

button instead of your phone.

2

AcuraLink

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Features

AcuraLink

®

Is a subscription-based service that provides convenient features such as voice
communication in case of emergency, online security, one-on-one operator
assistance, and the transmission of important messages regarding your vehicle’s
status.
For information on traffic rerouting and traffic information updates, provided by the
AcuraLink server, see the Navigation System Manual.

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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 will automatically attempt to
connect to the AcuraLink operator. Once
connected, information about your vehicle, its
positioning, and its condition will be sent to
the operator; you also can speak to the
operator when connected.

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In Case of Emergency

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AcuraLink

®

AcuraLink also provides services you can operate
from the Internet or your smartphone.

To subscribe to AcuraLink, or to get more
information about all of its features, contact an Acura
dealer, or visit

owners.acura.com

(in U.S.) or

www.acura.ca

(in Canada).

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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 emergency services when:

•

You travel outside the AcuraLink service coverage
areas.

•

There is a problem with the connecting devices,
such as the

ASSIST

button, microphone, speakers,

or the unit itself.

•

You are not subscribed to the service or your
subscription is no longer valid.

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

1

Automatic collision notification

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

Audio/information screen

On Demand Multi-Use Display

TM

When connected to the AcuraLink
operator:

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Manual operator connection

If you need to talk to the AcuraLink operator
in an emergency situation, you can manually
connect to them by pressing the

ASSIST

button with the power mode in ACCESSORY
or ON.

1.

Open the cover attached to the ceiling
console.

2.

Press the

ASSIST

button.

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You are connected to the AcuraLink
operator.

1

Manual operator connection

Do not press the button while driving. When you
need to contact the operator, park the vehicle in a
safe place.

If the unit fails to connect to the operator, it
automatically cancels the action after three minutes.

In an emergency, the cover can be broken through to
press the

ASSIST

button.

ASSIST

Button

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Your subscribed telematics service provider can track your vehicle’s location,
remotely lock or unlock doors, and help you find your vehicle.
To use these features, you need your user ID and personal identification number
(PIN).

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Stolen vehicle tracking

This feature searches and tracks down your vehicle position even if it is on the move.
If you believe that your vehicle has been stolen, contact the police as well as the
provider.

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Remote door lock/unlock

The provider can remotely lock or unlock doors upon your request.

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Vehicle finder

This feature is convenient to use when trying to locate your vehicle in large areas,
such as a crowded parking lot. If you cannot locate your vehicle after using the
remote transmitter’s answerback function, you can contact the provider which can
then flash your vehicle’s exterior lights and sound the horn.

■

Security alarm notification

If the security system in your vehicle detects an abnormal condition, such as
someone tampering with the lock on your vehicle, the provider notifies you by e-
mail or SMS.

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Security Features

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Security Features

The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
AcuraLink. If you forget any of the above, contact a
dealer, or go to

owners.acura.com

(in U.S.) or

www.acura.ca

(in Canada).

You can also activate the remote door lock/unlock
and vehicle finder features from the Internet or using
your smartphone app. Ask a dealer, or visit

owners.acura.com

(in U.S.) or

www.acura.ca

(in

Canada) for details.

1

Vehicle finder

The lights will stop flashing and horn will stop
sounding under the following conditions:

•

When 30 seconds have elapsed.

•

You unlock the doors using the remote transmitter.

•

You unlock the doors using the keyless access
system.

•

You unlock the doors using the built-in key.

•

The power mode is set to ACCESSORY or ON.

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Connect to the AcuraLink operator when trying to find a destination or for roadside
assistance.

1.

Press the

LINK

button.

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Connection to the operator begins.

2.

Talk to the operator.

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To disconnect, press the selector knob,
select

End Call

on the On Demand

Multi-Use Display

TM

, or press the Hang-

up button.

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Operator Assistance

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Operator Assistance

Remain attentive to road conditions and driving
during operator assistance.

LINK

Button

Audio/information screen
when connected to the
AcuraLink operator.

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AcuraLink sends you messages on vehicle
features, safety and emissions recall
campaigns, maintenance reminders (U.S.
models only), and diagnostic information.
When you receive a new message, an icon
appears on the audio/information screen.

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Message category

There are six message categories.

•

Feature Guide

: Appears for the first 90 days of ownership, introducing vehicle

features each day.

•

Quick Tips

information.

•

Diagnostic Info

: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes on.

Rotate

to select

Check Later

or

Check Now

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Selecting

Check Now

lets you know if you should see a dealer immediately or

later in accordance with the warning severity level.

•

Scheduled Dealer Appointment

(U.S. models only): An appointment made

through the Acura server or Acura Owners website can be rescheduled or
canceled from this option.

2

Dealer Appointments

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Maintenance Minder

(U.S. models only): Lets you know which maintenance

item is due along with a reminder message.

•

Recalls/Campaigns

: Reminds you of a recall or important safety information.

You should also be notified by mail.

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AcuraLink Message

1

AcuraLink Message

Messages may not appear immediately after your
vehicle purchase. It can take several days for your
dealer to register your vehicle’s ID.

If an icon includes an exclamation point, it indicates
that Acura gives high priority to this message
compared to the one without.

•

: An unread message with high priority

•

: An unread message

Message Icon

1

Message category

Message categories can be added, edited, or deleted
through broadcast messages from Acura.

You can call your dealer, find the nearest dealer, or
schedule appointments (U.S. models only) from the
message options in

Maintenance Minder

(U.S.

models only),

Recalls/Campaigns

, and

Diagnostic

Info

.

2

Message Options

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Reading a message

1.

Press the

INFO

button, rotate

to select

AcuraLink/Messages

, then press

.

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If your display has changed from

Info

menu to

Current Drive

, press the

MENU

button.

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AcuraLink messages appears.

2.

Rotate

to select a category, then press

.

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If there are unread messages in a
category, a message icon appears next to
that category.

3.

Rotate

to select a message you want to

read, then press

.

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Message Options

While a message is displayed, you can use
options to take immediate action to the
message.

Available options are:

•

Voice

: Reads the message aloud. Select

Stop Reading

to cancel it.

•

Find Acura Dlr.

(U.S. models only): Searches for the nearest Acura dealer.

•

Delete

(U.S. models only): Deletes the displayed message. Rotate

to select

this option, then press

.

•

Call Your Dealer

: Calls your Acura dealer using HFL.

1

Reading a message

If there is no message listed on the menu,

AcuraLink/Messages

is grayed out and cannot be

selected.

The message icon disappears once you read the
message.

However, the exclamation mark that indicates that
the message has a high priority remains.

•

: A read message with high priority.

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Message Options

The available options vary by message category.

You can delete all messages in a category at once.

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Customized Features

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Voice

is available only when the language selected is

English.

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Customized Features

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