Honda HR-V (2023 year). Manual in english - page 17

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Audio System Basic Operation

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Playing 

Bluetooth

®

 Audio

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Features

You can select shuffle and repeat modes when playing a file.

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Shuffle/Repeat

Repeatedly select the shuffle or repeat icon 
until you find a play mode option of your 
preference.

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To turn off a play mode

Select the mode you want to turn off.

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How to Select a Play Mode

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How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items

Shuffle

 Shuffle off:

 Shuffle mode to off.

 Shuffle All Songs:

 Plays all available songs in a 

selected list in random order.

Repeat

 Repeat off:

 Repeat mode to off.

 Repeat Song:

 Repeats the current song.

 Repeat Group:

 Repeats the current group.

 Repeat all:

 Repeats the all songs.

Depending on the 

Bluetooth

®

 device you connect, 

some or all of the functions may not be displayed.

Repeat Icon

Shuffle Icon

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HondaLink

®

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Features

HondaLink

®

HondaLink

®

 connects you to the latest information from Honda. You can connect 

your phone wirelessly through Wi-Fi or 

Bluetooth

®

.

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Wi-Fi Connection

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Phone Setup

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Connect

Displays the connection status of the vehicle.

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Help & Support

Displays tips for vehicle usage, and get support via roadside or customer service 
center.

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Message

Displays helpful and important information from Honda.

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HondaLink

®

 Menu

1

HondaLink

®

The HondaLink

®

 connect app is compatible with most 

iPhone and Android phones.

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and 
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data 
subscription package.

If there is an active connection to Apple CarPlay or 
Android Auto, HondaLink

®

 can only be connected 

through Wi-Fi.

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HondaLink

®

Features

Use the following procedure to connect to HondaLink

®

 service.

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To enable the HondaLink

®

 service

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

General Settings

.

3.

Select 

System

.

4.

Select 

Data Sharing Setting

.

5.

Select 

ON

.

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To link with HondaLink

®

You can see the connection guide screen after 
launching HondaLink

®

 when there is no 

connection to a network. If you do not need 
this guide, select check-box and select 

OK

.

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To Set Up to Connect HondaLink

®

 Service

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HondaLink

®

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Features

You can check the messages that are received quickly in the shortcut operation.

1.

A notification appears and notifies you of a 
new message in the header area.

2.

A notification icon is continuously displayed 
in the header area until the new message is 
read.

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Vehicle Information and Message from Honda Tips

Notification

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HondaLink

®

Features

3.

Select the system status icon to see the 
messages.

4.

Select a new message to open.

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Smart Shortcuts

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Features

Smart Shortcuts

By observing and learning driver behaviors, patterns, and preferences, the system 
anticipates driver actions and presents on-screen suggestions to help perform 
desired actions quicker and with fewer steps.

•

The app will suggest actions based on what it learns you do often, and 
occasionally make recommendations based on your learned preferences.

•

The system will take some time to learn. The more you interact with the system, 
the more suggestion you will see, and the more accurate they will become.

•

Suggestions will automatically refresh periodically to provide updated content for 
each profile.

•

You can also provide feedback on whether a suggestion is helpful by pressing and 
holding on it. This can help the app grow smarter over time.

•

To change the notifications behavior for Smart Shortcuts:

1.

Select 

Options

 on the 

Smart Shortcuts

 screen.

2.

Select 

Suggestion Settings

.

3.

Select an option.

•

All data used for Smart Shortcuts can be erased by a 

Factory Data Reset

.

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Defaulting All the Settings

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Smart Shortcuts

The app also supports different profiles for each user, 
with customized learning for each profile. The app 
will also learn to associate a profile to a user over time 
based on key fob and connected phone data.

Smart Shortcuts

 Screen

Shortcut Suggestion

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Smart Shortcuts

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Features

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

Smart Shortcuts

.

3.

Select a shortcut to take the action 
suggested.

•

Call Suggestions: 

When selected, a call to the contact or number suggested will 

be placed and shown. Based on your calling patterns, contacts will be suggested 
for you to call.

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Connect your smartphone through 

Bluetooth

®

 to get contact suggestions.

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Call suggestions will not be displayed when you are connected to Apple 
Carplay.

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Navigation Suggestions

*

: 

When selected, a route will be started to the 

suggested destination and the embedded navigation app will open.

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When a long route is set in your navigation system, you can receive 
recommendations for gas stations and places to stop at along the way.

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The places you frequently navigate to while using the embedded navigation 
system will be suggested as shortcuts.

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Save your home location in the embedded navigation app to have a shortcut 
suggestion for it when you’re away from home.

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How to Use

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How to Use

You can change the profile by selecting 

 on the 

top of the 

Smart Shortcuts

 screen.

You can customize the following items by selecting 

Options

 on the top of the 

Smart Shortcuts

 screen.

•

Profiles

: Create, change, and manage profiles.

•

View App Walkthrough

: View the Smart 

Shortcuts walkthrough.

•

Suggestion Settings

: Change where suggestions 

can appear.

To create a profile:

1. Select 

Options

 on the 

Smart Shortcuts

 screen.

2. Select 

Profiles

.

3. Select 

Manage Profiles

.

4. Select 

+ Add New Profile

.

5. Enter name for your profile.
6. Select 

Done

.

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A new profile has been created and the Smart App 

will automatically switch to that profile.

To change a profile:

1. Select 

Options

 on the 

Smart Shortcuts

 screen.

2. Select 

Profiles

.

3. Select 

Change Current Profile

.

4. Select a profile from the list.

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The change to the selected profile has been made.

* Not available on all models

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Smart Shortcuts

Features

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Radio Suggestions: 

When selected, the corresponding radio app (FM, AM, or 

SiriusXM

®

) will open and it will start playing the station.

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From radio apps you can receive:
- FM, AM, SiriusXM

®

: Most frequently listened stations you may like to play 

next.
- FM, SiriusXM

®

: Genre-based suggestions.

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Considerations:
- FM suggestions will appear only when they are within range, according to 
your vehicle’s tuner signal.
- SiriusXM

®

 suggestions will be available as long as there is an active account in 

the vehicle.

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Wi-Fi Connection

Features

Wi-Fi Connection

This vehicle is equipped with Wi-Fi connectivity. You can connect to an external Wi-
Fi hotspot or communication device.

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

General Settings

.

3.

Select 

Connections

.

4.

Select 

Wi-Fi

.

5.

Select 

OK

.

6.

Select an access point from the network list.

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To connect to a hotspot that is not 
automatically detected, select 

Options

 

then 

Add Network

.

7.

Enter the password.

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If you check the 

Use this network to 

automatically download system 
updates

 box, you can set the network to 

be used for system updates.

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System Updates

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8.

Select 

Connect

.

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Turning off the Wi-Fi connection

1.

Select 

Change Mode

.

2.

Select 

OFF

.

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Connect the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Hotspot

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Wi-Fi Connection

Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct are registered trademarks of 
Wi-Fi Alliance

®

.

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Connect the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi Hotspot

You cannot go through the setting procedure while 
the vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to set the 
audio system in Wi-Fi mode.

Some cell phone carriers charge for tethering and 
smartphone data use. Check your phone’s data 
subscription package.

Check your phone manual to find out if the phone 
has Wi-Fi connectivity.

You can confirm whether Wi-Fi connection is on or 
off with the 

 icon on the system status area.

Transmission speed and others will not be displayed 
on this screen.

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

Apple CarPlay

If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the USB port 
or wirelessly, you can use the audio/information screen, instead of the iPhone 
display, to make a phone call, listen to music, view maps (navigation), and access 
messages.

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USB Ports

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Apple CarPlay Menu

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Apple CarPlay

Only iPhone 5 or newer versions with iOS 8.4 or later 
are compatible with Apple CarPlay.

We recommend using the latest OS.

Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone to 
Apple CarPlay and when launching any compatible 
apps.

To directly access the Apple CarPlay phone function, 
select 

Phone

 on the home screen. While connected 

to Apple CarPlay, calls are only made through Apple 
CarPlay. If you want to make a call with 
HandsFreeLink, turn Apple CarPlay OFF.

2

Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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When your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay, it is 
not possible to use the 

Bluetooth

®

 Audio or 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

. However, other 

previously paired phones can stream audio via 

Bluetooth

®

 while Apple CarPlay is connected.

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Phone Setup

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Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the 
same time.

For details on countries and regions where Apple 
CarPlay is available, as well as information pertaining 
to function, refer to the Apple homepage.

Go back to the 
home screen

Home screen

Apple CarPlay icon

Apple CarPlay menu screen

: Go back to the 

Apple CarPlay 
Dashboard screen

: Go back to the 

Apple CarPlay menu 
screen

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

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Phone

Access the contact list, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail.

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Messages

Check and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you.

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Music

Play music stored on your iPhone.

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Maps

Display Apple Maps and use the navigation function just as you would on your 
iPhone.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Apple CarPlay) can give 
directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior 
destination set on the other system will be canceled, and the system you are 
currently using will direct you to your destination.

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Apple CarPlay

Apple CarPlay Operating Requirements & 
Limitations

Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone with an 
active cellular connection and data plan. Your 
carrier’s rate plans will apply.

Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, 
and other technology integral to providing Apple 
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised 
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or 
cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services. 
Honda cannot and does not provide any warranty or 
guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or 
functionality.

It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are 
compatible with Apple CarPlay. Refer to the Apple 
homepage for information on compatible apps.

Models with navigation system

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Apple CarPlay

Features

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the USB port or wirelessly, 
use the following procedure to set up Apple CarPlay. Use of Apple CarPlay will result 
in the transmission of certain user and vehicle information (such as vehicle location, 
speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Apple CarPlay experience. You will 
need to consent to the sharing of this information on the audio/information screen.

1.

Connect the iPhone to the USB port using the USB cable.

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USB Ports

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The confirmation screen will be displayed.

2.

Select 

Yes

.

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If you do not want to connect Apple CarPlay, select 

No

.

You may change the consent settings under the 

Smartphone Connection

 settings 

menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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Connecting Apple CarPlay Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

Only initialize Apple CarPlay when you are safely 
parked.
When Apple CarPlay first detects your iPhone, you 
will need to set up your iPhone. Refer to the 
instruction manual that came with your iPhone.

You can use the following procedure to disconnect or 
delete the devices connecting Apple CarPlay:
Press the 

 button



Select General Settings



 

Smartphone Connection



Apple CarPlay



Select device

Use of user and vehicle information

The use and handling of user and vehicle information 
transmitted to/from your iPhone by Apple CarPlay is 
governed by the Apple iOS terms and conditions and 
Apple’s Privacy Policy.

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Apple CarPlay

Features

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the home screen

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

Smartphone Connection

.

3.

Select 

+ Connect New Device

.

4.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

 (HFL) system.

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Phone Setup

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5.

Select 

Yes

.

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If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection, 
accept to connect. A confirmation message for HondaLink Assist appears.

6.

Select 

Yes

 or 

No

.

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the Apple CarPlay device list

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

General Settings

.

3.

Select 

Smartphone Connection

.

4.

Select 

Apple CarPlay

.

5.

Select 

+ Connect New Device

.

6.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

 (HFL) system.

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Phone Setup

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7.

Select 

Yes

.

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If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection, 
accept to connect. A confirmation message for HondaLink Assist appears.

8.

Select 

Yes

 or 

No

.

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Connect Apple CarPlay Wirelessly

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Apple CarPlay

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Features

■

Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly on the 

Bluetooth

®

 device list

1.

Press the 

 button.

2.

Select 

General Settings

.

3.

Select 

Connections

.

4.

Select 

Bluetooth

.

5.

Select 

+ Connect New Device

.

6.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

 (HFL) system.

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Phone Setup

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7.

Check the box on 

Apple CarPlay

.

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If you select 

Apple CarPlay

, you cannot select 

Audio

 and 

Phone

.

8.

Select 

Connect

.

9.

Select 

Yes

.

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If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection, 
accept to connect. A confirmation message for HondaLink Assist appears.

10.

Select 

Yes

 or 

No

.

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly with the steering wheel

1.

Press and hold the 

 (talk) button on the steering wheel.

2.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

 (HFL) system.

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Phone Setup

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3.

Check the box on 

Apple CarPlay

.

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If you select 

Apple CarPlay

, you cannot select 

Audio

 and 

Phone

.

4.

Select 

Connect

.

5.

Select 

Yes

.

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If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection, 
accept to connect. A confirmation message for HondaLink Assist appears.

6.

Select 

Yes

 or 

No

.

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Apple CarPlay

Features

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly at start-up (when there is no phone 
paired to the system)

1.

Set the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON.

2.

Select 

OK

.

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If there is no registered device, the 

Bluetooth

®

 pairing screen will be displayed.

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If you check the box with 

Do not show this again

, this screen will not be 

displayed.

3.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s 

Bluetooth

®

 HandsFreeLink

®

 (HFL) system.

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Phone Setup

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4.

Check the box on 

Apple CarPlay

.

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If you select 

Apple CarPlay

, you cannot select 

Audio

 and 

Phone

.

5.

Select 

Connect

.

6.

Select 

Yes

.

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If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection, 
accept to connect. A confirmation message for HondaLink Assist appears.

7.

Select 

Yes

 or 

No

.

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Apple CarPlay

Features

Press and hold the 

 (talk) button to activate Siri.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

Below are examples of questions and commands for 
Siri.

•

What movies are playing today?

•

Call dad at work.

•

What song is this?

•

How’s the weather tomorrow?

•

Read my latest email.

•

Find a table for four tonight in Chicago.

For more information, please visit 

www.apple.com/ios/siri

.

 (Talk) button:

Press and hold to activate Siri.
Press again to deactivate Siri.
Press and release to activate 
standard voice recognition system.