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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®

HFL Menus

Features

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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

The e-mail is displayed.

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 P. 360

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 P. 360

2. Move and rotate

to select Reply,

then press

3. Rotate

to select the reply message, then

press .

The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Send to send the message.

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

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.

•

Yes

•

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 P. 360

2. Move and rotate

to select Call, then

press .

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Features

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 .

Dialing starts automatically.

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Roadside Assistance

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® P. 365

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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

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).

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.

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

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.

You are connected to the AcuraLink
operator.

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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AcuraLink®

Features

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).

■

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.

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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

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.

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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Features

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

1. Press the LINK button.

Connection to the operator begins.

2. Talk to the operator.

To disconnect, press the selector knob,
select End Call on the On Demand
Multi-Use Display

, or press the Hang-

up button.

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Operator Assistance

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®

Features

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: Supplements your Owner’s Manual with updated vehicle

information.

• Diagnostic Info: Appears when a warning indicator or message comes on.

Rotate

to select Check Later or Check Now.

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.

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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

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

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 P. 370

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Reading a message

1. Press the INFO button, rotate

to select

AcuraLink/Messages, then press

If your display has changed from Info
menu to Current Drive, press the
MENU button.

AcuraLink messages appears.

2. Rotate

to select a category, then press

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.

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.

Message Options

The available options vary by message category.

You can delete all messages in a category at once.

2 Customized Features P. 297

Voice is available only when the language selected is
English.

2 Customized Features P. 297

Dec. 31, 2011

The engine may not be operating properly.
Select VOICE FOR DETAILS.

Engine System. P062F

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AcuraLink®

Features

• Schedule Dealer Appointment (U.S. models only): Automatically sets an

appointment date at your dealer.

• Phone number: Dials a number displayed in the message via HFL.
• Diagnostic Info: Updates the current diagnostic message by connecting to the

Acura server using HFL.

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Dealer Appointments

You can confirm the scheduled appointment date when you receive a
Maintenance Minder or Recalls/Campaigns message, or reschedule any existing
appointments.

1. Select a Maintenance Minder, Recalls/

Campaigns, or Scheduled Dealer
Appointment message.

2. Rotate

to select Scheduled Dealer

Appointment or Reschedule
Appointment (depending on the screen).
Press .

A suggested time and date are displayed.

3. Rotate

to select Confirm

Appointment. Press

to accept the time

and date.

4. Press

select

OK.

Dealer Appointments

To set up an automated dealer appointment when a
regular maintenance is due, visit the Acura Owners
website at owners.acura.com (in U.S.) or
www.acura.ca (in Canada), and set the required
option. A reminder message will be sent as the date
for the dealer appointment approaches. A reminder
message will also be sent if you schedule an
appointment online using Acura Owners’ Schedule
Service Appointment function.

If you are not satisfied with the proposed
appointment date and time, call your dealer directly.

To cancel the scheduled appointment, select Cancel
Appointment when a message is displayed.

U.S. models only

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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.

Remove any frost, snow, or ice.

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.

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

• Make sure the hood is securely closed.

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

• Make sure the tires are in good condition.

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

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 521

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

There are blind spots from the inside.

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Exterior Checks

Exterior Checks

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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Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Driving

• Store or secure all items on board properly.

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. 377

• Do not pile items higher than the seat height.

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.

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.

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. 139

• Adjust your seating position properly.

Adjust the head restraint, too.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 175
2 Adjusting the Front and Rear Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 178

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

Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 171

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Interior Checks

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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Before Driving

Driving Preparation

Driving

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

seats.

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. 41

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

vehicle, and go off soon after.

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

2 Indicators P. 76

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