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Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items

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Interior Convenience Items

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The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.

There is no heater in the rear center seating
position.

Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)

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Rear Seat Heaters

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Rear Seat Heaters

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Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.

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WARNING

Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.

Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.

* Not available on all models

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Climate Control System

Using Automatic Climate Control

The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.

Use the system when the engine is running.
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side

temperature control buttons.

3. Press the

(ON/OFF) button to cancel.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

If any buttons are pressed while using the climate
control system in auto, the function of the button
that was pressed will take priority.
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions
unrelated to the button that was pressed will be
controlled automatically.

During idle-stops, air-conditioning is suspended, and
only the blower remains active.
If you do not want air-conditioning suspended, press
the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to cancel idle-stop.

To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO
button is pressed.

If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,
turning the system on auto, and setting the
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.

When you set the temperature to the lower or upper
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.

Pressing the

button switches the climate

control system between on and off. When turned on,
the system returns to your last selection.

Floor and
defroster
vents

Floor
vents

Dashboard and floor
vents, and back of
the center console

Dashboard vents
and back of the
center console

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side
Temperature
Control Buttons

Passenger’s Side
Temperature
Control Buttons

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

(ON/OFF) Button

Fan Control Button

SYNC (Synchronization) Button

(Recirculation) Button

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Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes

Press the

(recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on

environmental conditions.
Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through
the system.
Fresh air mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in
fresh air mode in normal situations.

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Using Automatic Climate Control

When you unlock the doors with your remote, the
driver’s ID (DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2) is detected, and
the climate control settings are turned to the
respective mode automatically when you set the
power mode to ON.

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Pressing the

button turns the air

conditioning system on and automatically
switches the system to fresh air mode.

Press the

button again to turn off, the

system returns to the previous settings.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

1. Press the

button.

2. Press the

button.

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

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Defrosting the Windshield and Windows

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view
through all the windows before driving.

Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower
limit.
When cold air hits the windshield, the outside of the
windshield may fog up.

If the side windows fog up, adjust the vents so that
the air hits the side windows.

If you press the

button during Auto Idle Stop, the

engine restarts automatically.

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To rapidly defrost the windows

After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air
mode.

If you keep the system in recirculation mode, the
windows may fog up from humidity. This impedes
visibility.

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You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver’s side and the passenger’s
side in synchronization mode.

1. Press the SYNC button.

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The SYNC indicator will come on.

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The system switches to synchronization mode.

2. Adjust the temperature using the driver’s side temperature control buttons.

Press the SYNC button or adjust the interior temperature using the passenger’s side
temperature control buttons to return to dual mode.

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Synchronization Mode

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Synchronization Mode

When the system is in dual mode, the driver’s side
temperature and the passenger’s side temperature
can be set separately.

Driver’s Side Temperature
Control Buttons

Passenger’s Side Temperature
Control Buttons

SYNC Button

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You can set the rear passenger compartment
temperature different than the driver’s, using
the rear temperature control dial.

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Rear Temperature Control Dial

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Rear Temperature Control Dial

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The rear temperature can be adjusted when the
climate control system is on.

Dial up to
raise the
temperature.

Dial down to
lower the
temperature.

Rear
Temperature
Control Dial

Position of
driver’s
temperature

* Not available on all models

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Automatic Climate Control Sensors

The automatic climate control system is
equipped with sensors. Do not cover or spill
any liquid on them.

Sensor

Sensor

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Features

This chapter describes how to operate technology features.

Audio System

About Your Audio System. . . . 238
USB Ports . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Auxiliary Input Jack . . . . . . .. 241
Audio System Theft Protection . . . 242
Audio Remote Controls. . . . . 243

Audio System Basic Operation . . 245

True Touchpad Operation . . . . 246
Audio/Information Screen . . . . 249
System Updates . . . . . . . ... 263
Adjusting the Sound . . . . . . 269
Display Setup . . . . . . . . ... 270

Voice Control Operation . . . . .. 271
Playing AM/FM Radio. . . . . ... 274
Playing SiriusXM® Radio . . . . ... 278
Playing an iPod . . . . . . . . 291
Playing a USB Flash Drive . . . . . 294
Playing Bluetooth® Audio. . . . . 297
Wi-Fi Connection . . . . . . . . 300
Siri® Eyes Free . . . . . . . . .. 302
Apple CarPlay

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. . . . . . . ... 303

Audio Error Messages . . . . . .. 307
General Information on the Audio

System . . . . . . . . . . . . 310

Customized Features. . . . . . 332
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ... 355
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®. . . . 358
AcuraLink® . . . . . . . . . . 387

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Audio System

About Your Audio System

The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM® Radio service. It can also play
USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone, iPad and Bluetooth® devices.

You can operate the audio system from the true touchpad, buttons and knobs on
the panel, or the remote controls on the steering wheel.

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About Your Audio System

iPod, iPad, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of
Apple Inc.

State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a
vehicle.

SiriusXM® Radio is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM® Radio,
contact a dealer.

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SiriusXM® Radio is available in the United States and
Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

SiriusXM® is a registered trademark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.

After you turn the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK) with the driver’s door closed, you can use the
audio system for up to 30 minutes per driving cycle.
However, whether you can continue using the audio
system depends on the battery condition. Repeatedly
using this feature may drain the battery.
The audio system turns off when you open the
driver’s door.

Remote Controls

iPod

USB Flash Drive

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USB Ports

Install the device USB connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port.

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In the console compartment

The USB port (2.5A) is for charging devices,
playing audio files and connecting compatible
phones with Apple CarPlay.

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USB Ports

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Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.

•

We recommend using an extension 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 backing up your data 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 manufacturer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.

The USB port can supply up to 2.5A of power. It does
not output 2.5A unless the device requests.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that needs to be charged.
Set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON first.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.

USB charge

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On the front panel

The USB port (2.5A) is only for charging
devices.

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On the back of the console
compartment

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The USB ports (2.5A) are only for charging
devices.

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On the front panel

This port is for battery charge only. You cannot play
music even if you have connected music players to
them.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.

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On the back of the console compartment

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These ports are for battery charge only. You cannot
play music even if you have connected music players
to them.

Under certain conditions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.

* Not available on all models

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Auxiliary Input Jack

Use the jack to connect standard audio device.

1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Connect a standard audio device to the

input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo
miniplug.

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Auxiliary Input Jack

You can return to the AUX mode by selecting AUX
Input on the home screen.

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Audio System Theft Protection

The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. In certain conditions, the system
may display a code entry screen. If this occurs, reactivate the audio system.

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Reactivating the audio system

1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Turn on the audio system.
3. Press and hold the audio system power knob for more than two seconds.

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The audio system is reactivated when the audio control unit establishes a
connection with the vehicle control unit. If the control unit fails to recognize
the audio unit, you must go to a dealer and have the audio unit checked.

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Audio Remote Controls

Allow you to operate the audio system while driving. The information is shown on
the multi-information display or head-up display

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VOL

(

+/VOL

(

- (Volume) Switch

Press Up: To increase the volume.
Press Down: To decrease the volume.

(Power) Button

Press to turn the audio system on and off.
Left Selector Wheel
• When selecting the audio mode

Press the APPS button, then roll up or down to select an item on the multi-
information display or head-up display

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, and then press the left selector wheel.

Move the left selector wheel to the right to display the Recents list, then scroll to
an item selected in the past and press the wheel.

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Audio Remote Controls

Some modes appear only when an appropriate
device or medium is used.

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect,
some functions may not be operated.

Press the

(back) button for the multi-

information display or head-up display

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to go back to

the previous screen or cancel a command.

Press the APPS button to go back to the menu screen
of the multi-information display or head-up display

*

.

Recents list is available when the following audio
mode is selected.

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FM Radio

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AM Radio

•

SiriusXM

•

USB Audio

Models with head-up display

(Power) Button

VOL

(

+/VOL

(

-

(Volume) Switch

(back) Button

Left Selector
Wheel

APPS Button

Models with head-up display

* Not available on all models

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Roll up or down:
To cycle through each modes, roll up or down and then press the left selector
wheel:

After an audio mode is selected, the left selector wheel can be operated for the
following functions.
• When listening to the radio

Move to the right: To select the next favorite radio station or channel.
Move to the left: To select the previous favorite radio station or channel.

• When listening to an iPod, USB flash drive, Bluetooth® Audio, or Smartphone

Connection
Move to the right: To skip to the next song.
Move to the left: To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song.

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Audio Remote Controls

You can customize the items on multi-information
display or the head-up display

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Display

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You cannot operate the audio functions while the
following functions are being operated on the multi-
information display or head-up display

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Mode selection by pressing APPS button

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Navigation

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Phone

•

Select Driving View

*

•

Customize Apps

Navigation

*

Phone

FM Radio

USB Audio

SiriusXM

Select Driving View

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Customize Apps

* Not available on all models

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