Honda Accord Coupe (2017 year). Instruction

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Features

The following options are available during a call.
Mute: Mute your voice.
Transfer: Transfer a call from the system 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 lower
half of the audio/information touch screen.

Select the option.

The mute icon appears when Mute is
selected. Select Mute again to turn it off.

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Options During a Call

Options During a Call

Touch Tones: Available on some phones.

You can select the icons on the audio/information
touch screen.

Audio/information screen

Mute Icon

Audio/information touch screen

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HFL can display newly received text or 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 message or e-mail.

2. Select Read to listen to the message.

The text message or e-mail is displayed.
The system automatically starts reading
out the message.

3. To discontinue the message read-out, select

Stop.

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Receiving a Text Message/E-mail

Receiving a Text Message/E-mail

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

The system can only receive massages 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 most recent text messages and e-mails.

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

When you receive a text message or e-mail for the
first time since the phone is paired to HFL, you are
asked to turn the New Message Notification
setting to On.

2 To turn on or off the text/e-mail 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. Go to the Phone settings screen.

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2. Select the Text/Email tab, then Select

Account.

A pop-up menu appears on the screen.

3. Select Text Message or an e-mail account

you want.

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Selecting a Mail Account

Selecting a Mail Account

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

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

Select
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Displaying text messages

1. Go to the Phone menu screen.

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2. Select Text/Email.

Select account if necessary.

3. Select a message.

The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.

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Displaying Messages

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, select

on the message screen.

Message List

Text Message

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Displaying e-mails

1. Go to the Phone menu screen.

2 Phone menu screen P. 381

2. Select Text/Email.

Select Select Account if necessary.

3. Select a folder.
4. Select a message.

The e-mail is displayed. The system
automatically starts reading the message
aloud.

Folder List

Message List

E-mail

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Read or Stop reading a message

1. Go to the text or e-mail message screen.

The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.

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2. Select Stop to stop reading.

Select Read again to start reading the
message from the beginning.

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Reply to a message

1. Go to the text or e-mail message screen.

The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.

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2. Select Reply.
3. Select the reply message.

The pop-up menu appears on the screen.

4. Select Send to send the message.

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

Reply to a message

The available fixed reply messages are as follows:

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Talk to you later, I’m driving.

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I’m on my way.

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I’m running late.

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Yes

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You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.

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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 will be sent to the
operator; 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-PRO 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.

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In Case of Emergency

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:

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You travel outside the HondaLink service coverage
areas.

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

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

Automatic collision notification

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

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To enable notification

1. Go to the Phone settings screen.

2 Phone settings screen P. 378

2. Select the Phone tab, then HondaLink

Assist.

A pop-up menu appears on the screen.

3. Select On or Off.

To enable notification

Setting options:

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On: Notification is available.

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Off: Disable the feature.

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Features

Compass

When you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

, the compass self-calibrates, and the

compass display appears.

Compass Calibration

If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON

(

2. On the top screen of any audio source,

press and hold

for five seconds.

The display switches to the Compass
settings screen.

3. Select Calibration.
4. Select Calibration Start.
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.

The compass starts to show a direction
after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

Compass

Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:

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Driving near power lines or stations

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Crossing a bridge

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Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance

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When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets

Compass Calibration

Calibrate the compass in an open area.

While setting the compass, select

to cancel the

setting mode and return to the previous screen.

* Not available on all models

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Compass

Compass Zone Selection

Features

Compass Zone Selection

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON

(

2. On the top screen of any audio source,

press and hold

for five seconds.

The display switches to the Compass
settings screen.

3. Select Zone Adjust.

The display shows the current zone
number the system is set to.

4. Select the zone number of your area (See

Zone Map).

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

Compass Zone Selection

The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magnetic north and true north.

If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration
is completed.

6 7 8 9

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Zone Map

Guam Island: Zone 8

Puerto Rico: Zone 11

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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 pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.

2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 537

• 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. 415

• 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 both doors and the trunk.

2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 126

• Adjust your seating position properly.

Adjust the head restraint, too.

2 Adjusting the Seats P. 161
2 Adjusting the Front and Rear Outer Head Restraint Positions P. 164

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

Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.

2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 159
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 158

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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 or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.

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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. 37

• 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.

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Maximum Load Limit

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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.)

Maximum Load Limit

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

2 Specifications P. 582, 584

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

2 Specifications P. 582, 584

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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