Honda Accord (2022 year). Manual in english

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

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Connect Apple CarPlay wirelessly with the steering wheel

Press and hold the

(talk) button on the steering wheel.

Pair the iPhone to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

P. 379

Check the box on

Apple CarPlay

If you select

Apple CarPlay

, you cannot select

Audio

and

Phone

Select

Connect

Select

Yes

If your iPhone asks for permission to accept an Apple CarPlay connection,
accept to connect.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Apple CarPlay

Features

Press and hold the talk button to activate Siri.

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Operating Apple CarPlay with Siri

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.

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Android Auto

When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the front USB port or
wirelessly

, Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android

Auto, you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google Maps
(Navigation), Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use
Android Auto, a tutorial will appear on the screen.
We recommend that you complete this tutorial while safely parked before using
Android Auto.

USB Ports

P. 247

Auto Pairing Connection

P. 322

Android Auto

To use Android Auto, you need to download the
Android Auto app from Google Play to your
smartphone.

Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are
compatible with Android Auto.

Bluetooth

A2DP cannot be used while your phone is

connected to Android Auto.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android
phone to Android Auto and when launching any
compatible apps.

To directly access the Android Auto phone function,
press

Phone

on the home screen.

Auto Pairing Connection

P. 322

When your Android phone is connected to Android
Auto, it is not possible to use the

Bluetooth

Audio.

However, other previously paired phones can stream
audio via

Bluetooth

while Android Auto is

connected.

Phone Setup

P. 379

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

* Not available on all models

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Maps (Navigation)

Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your
Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard
entries. Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other
inputs.

Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto) 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.
The audio/Information screen shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your
destination.

Phone (Communication)

Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.

Google Now (Home screen)

Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that appear
just when they’re needed.

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Android Auto Menu

Android Auto

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

Screens may differ depending on the version of the
Android Auto app you are using.

Android Auto Operating Requirements &
Limitations

Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone
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 Android
Auto functionality, as well as new or revised
governmental regulations, may result in a decrease or
cessation of Android Auto functionality and services.
Honda cannot and does not provide any warranty or
guarantee of future Android Auto performance or
functionality.

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

: Go back to the

home screen

Android Auto icon

Models with navigation system

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Music and audio

Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
To switch between music apps, press this icon.

Go back to the Home Screen.

Voice

Operate Android Auto with your voice.

When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the front USB port or
wirelessly

, Android Auto is automatically initiated.

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Auto Pairing Connection

* Not available on all models

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Features

Connect the Android phone to the USB port using the USB cable.

USB Ports

P. 247

The confirmation screen will be displayed.

Select

Yes

If you do not allow this consent, select

You may change the consent settings under the

Connections

Smartphone

Connection

settings menu.

*1 : Models without wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
*2 : Models with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto

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Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

Connecting Android Auto Using the USB Cable to the USB Port

Only initialize Android Auto when you are safely
parked. When Android Auto first detects your phone,
you will need to set up your phone so that auto
pairing is possible. Refer to the instruction manual
that came with your phone.

You can use the method below to change Android
Auto settings after you have completed the initial
setup:

Select HOME



Settings



Smartphone Connection



Android Auto



Select device

Select HOME



Settings



Connections



Smartphone Connection



Android Auto



Select device

Use of user and vehicle information

The use and handling of user and vehicle information
transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is
governed by the Google’s Privacy Policy.

Models with wireless Apple CarPlay
and wireless Android Auto

Models without wireless Apple CarPlay
and wireless Android Auto

Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

324

Features

■

Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the home screen

Press the

button.

Select

Smartphone Connection

Select

+ Connect New Device

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

P. 379

Select

Yes

If your Android phone asks for permission to accept an Android Auto
connection, accept to connect.

■

Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the Android Auto device list

Press the

button.

Select

Settings

Select

Smartphone Connection

Select

Android Auto

Select

+ Connect New Device

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

P. 379

Select

Yes

If your Android phone asks for permission to accept an Android Auto
connection, accept to connect.

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Connect Android Auto Wirelessly

Connect Android Auto Wirelessly

Wireless Android Auto and AT&T Hotspot cannot be
used at the same time. When using Android Auto
and AT&T Hotspot at the same time, connect to
Android Auto with a USB cable.

* Not available on all models

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Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

Continued

Features

■

Connect Android Auto wirelessly on the

Bluetooth

device list

Press the

button.

Select

Settings

Select

Connections

Select

Bluetooth

Select

+ Connect New Device

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

P. 379

Check the box on

Android Auto

If you select

Android Auto

, you cannot select

Audio

and

Phone

Select

Connect

Select

Yes

If your Android phone asks for permission to accept an Android Auto
connection, accept to connect.

■

Connect Android Auto wirelessly with the steering wheel

Press and hold the

(talk) button on the steering wheel.

Pair the Android phone to the vehicle’s

Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink

(HFL) system.

Phone Setup

P. 379

Check the box on

Android Auto

If you select

Android Auto

, you cannot select

Audio

and

Phone

Select

Connect

Select

Yes

If your Android phone asks for permission to accept an Android Auto
connection, accept to connect.

Audio System Basic Operation

Android Auto

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Features

Press and hold the talk button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

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Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Below are examples of commands you can give with
voice recognition:

•

Reply to text.

•

Call my wife.

•

Navigate to Honda.

•

Play my music.

•

Send a text message to my wife.

•

Call flower shop.

For more information, please refer to the Android
Auto homepage.

You can also activate the voice recognition function
by pressing the

icon in the upper-right corner of

the screen.

(Talk) button:

Press and hold to operate Android Auto with your voice.
Press and release to activate standard voice recognition system.

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Features

Audio Error Messages

iPod/USB Flash Drive

If an error occurs while playing an iPod or USB flash drive, you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

Error Message

Solution

Connect Retry

Appears when the system does not acknowledge the iPod. Reconnect the iPod.

Unplayable File

Appears when the files in the USB flash drive are copyright protected or an unsupported
format. This error message appears for about five seconds, then plays the next file.

No Data

Appears when the iPod is empty.

Appears when the USB flash drive is empty.

Check that compatible files are stored on the device.

Unsupported

Appears when an unsupported device is connected. If it appears when a supported
device is connected, reconnect the device.
Appears when unsupported formats are in the device. Check that compatible files are
stored on the device.

Device No Response

Appears when the system does not communicate with a connected device. If it appears
when a device is connected, contact your place of device purchase.

USB hub not supported

Appears when only a HUB is connected. If it appears, connect a USB flash drive to the
HUB.

iPod

USB flash drive

iPod and USB flash drive

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Audio Error Messages

Android/Apps

Features

Android/Apps

If an error occurs while using the audio system or apps, you may see the following
error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

*1:****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an error

occurs.

Error Message

Solution

Unfortunately, **** has
stopped.

Error has occurred within app, select

on the screen to close the app.

**** is not responding.
Would you like to close
it?

App is not responding.
Select

Wait

if you can wait for a response from app a little longer. If it does not respond even if you keep

waiting, select

to close the app and start it up. If the error message continues, perform

Factory Data

Reset

Defaulting All the Settings

P. 370

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Features

General Information on the Audio System

SiriusXM

Radio Service

You need your radio ID ready before registering for subscription. To see the ID in
the screen, select

Channel

to 0.

Have your radio ID ready, and either call or visit the SiriusXM

website to

subscribe.

Switch to the SiriusXM

mode by using the audio remote controls on the steering

wheel, or through the audio/information screen, and stay in this mode for about 30
minutes until the service is activated. Make sure your vehicle is in an open area with
good reception.

Channel **** is not subscribed. Call SiriusXM to subscribe.

You are not subscribed to the channel selected.

Subscription updated:

SiriusXM

radio is receiving information update from the network.

Channel Not Available:

No such channel exits, or the artist or title information is unavailable.

No Signal:

The signal is too weak in the current location.

Check Tuner:

There is a problem with the SiriusXM

tuner. Contact a dealer.

Check Antenna:

There is a problem with the SiriusXM

antenna. Contact a dealer.

*1 : ****part is variable characters, and will change depending upon where an subscribe.

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Subscribing to SiriusXM

Radio

■

Receiving SiriusXM

Radio

■

SiriusXM

Radio Display Messages

Subscribing to SiriusXM

Radio

Contact Information for SiriusXM

Radio:

•

US: SiriusXM

Radio at

www.siriusxm.com/subscribenow

, or 1-866-635-

2349

•

Canada: SiriusXM

Canada at

www.siriusxm.ca/subscribe-now

, or 1-877-209-

0079

Receiving SiriusXM

Radio

The SiriusXM

satellites are in orbit over the equator;

therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause
satellite reception interruptions. Satellite signals are
more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and
mountains the farther north you travel from the
equator.

You may experience reception problems under the
following circumstances:

•

In a location with an obstruction to the south of
your vehicle.

•

In tunnels.

•

On the lower level of a multi-tiered road.

•

Large items carried on the roof rack.

* Not available on all models

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General Information on the Audio System

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

Features

Compatible iPod, iPhone, and USB Flash Drives

•

A USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher is recommended.

•

Some digital audio players may not be compatible.

•

Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with security lockout) may not work.

•

Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display.

•

Some versions of MP3, WMA, AAC, FLAC, or WAV formats may be unsupported.

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iPod, and iPhone Model Compatibility

Model

Made for iPod nano (7th generation) released in 2012
Made for iPod touch (5th to 7th generation) released between 2012 and 2019
Made for iPhone 5/iPhone 5s/iPhone 5c/iPhone 6/iPhone 6 Plus/iPhone 6S/
iPhone 6S Plus/iPhone SE/iPhone 7/iPhone 7 Plus/iPhone 8/iPhone 8 Plus/iPhone X/
iPhone XS/iPhone XS Max/iPhone XR/iPhone 11/iPhone 11 Pro/iPhone 11 Pro Max

iPod, and iPhone Model Compatibility

This system may not work with all software versions
of these devices.

The Lightning connector works with iPhone 5, iPhone
5s, iPhone 5c, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S,
iPhone 6S Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus,
iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone
XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone
11 Pro Max, iPod touch (5th to 7th generation), iPod
nano (7th generation).

USB works with iPhone 5, iPhone 5s, iPhone 5c,
iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S Plus,
iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone
8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone
XR, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max,
iPod touch (5th to 7th generation), iPod nano (7th
generation).

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USB Flash Drives

USB Flash Drives

Files on the USB flash drive are played in their stored
order. This order may be different from the order
displayed on your PC or device.

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General Information on the Audio System

Honda App License Agreement

Continued

Features

Honda App License Agreement

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (THIS “AGREEMENT”) WHICH GOVERNS YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE
INSTALLED ON YOUR HONDA OR ACURA VEHICLE (YOUR “VEHICLE”) AS WELL AS THE APPLICATIONS, SERVICES, FUNCTIONS, AND
CONTENT PROVIDED THROUGH THE SOFTWARE (COLLECTIVELY, THE “SERVICES”). YOUR USE OF THE SOFTWARE OR SERVICES WILL
SERVE AS YOUR CONSENT TO THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT. THE SOFTWARE IS OWNED (OR LICENSED), PROVIDED, AND/OR
OPERATED BY AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO. INC., (“HONDA,” “US,” “WE,” OR “OUR”), WITH ITS BUSINESS ADDRESS AT 1919
TORRANCE BLVD., TORRANCE, CA 90501. REFERENCE TO “HONDA” IN THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES HONDA’S PARENT COMPANY AND
ITS AFFILIATES AND DESIGNATED AGENTS. THE SERVICES ARE OWNED (OR LICENSED), PROVIDED, AND/OR OPERATED BY HONDA OR A
THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER (A “PROVIDER”). REFERENCE TO A “PROVIDER” IN THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES SUCH PROVIDER’S
PARENT COMPANY, AFFILIATES, AND DESIGNATED AGENTS.

Description of the Software.

The SOFTWARE includes the software, firmware and the like, installed and executing on your VEHICLE

during manufacture, and thereafter updated from time to time by HONDA, you or an authorized HONDA dealer (a “DEALER”). The
SOFTWARE allows you to access and use a variety of SERVICES, including but not limited to: (a) HONDA applications, services, and content
provided through the SOFTWARE (together, “HONDA SERVICES”); and (b) PROVIDER applications, services, and content provided through
the SOFTWARE (together, “PROVIDER SERVICES”), each of which may provide access to various information, media, content, and services.

B. SOFTWARE Licensing and Intellectual Property.
1.

SOFTWARE.

This AGREEMENT grants you a non-exclusive, limited, and revocable license to use the SOFTWARE and SERVICES solely (a)

as installed on your VEHICLE by HONDA, (b) as updated on your Vehicle by HONDA, you (but only as and when directed by HONDA), or a
DEALER and (c) as permitted under the terms of this AGREEMENT.

HONDA Services.

The SOFTWARE may provide you with access to various HONDA SERVICES. Installation, activation, or use of HONDA

SERVICES may require your consent to additional terms, conditions, and privacy policies applicable to those HONDA SERVICES (the
“HONDA TERMS”). You acknowledge and agree that any collection, use, sharing of data generated by your VEHICLE or your use of your
VEHICLE, and your use of the HONDA SERVICES shall be subject to this AGREEMENT and any additional HONDA TERMS that may be
specifically applicable to such HONDA SERVICES or data generation. The HONDA SERVICES may collect, use, and share such data while
you are using the SOFTWARE.

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END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

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Honda App License Agreement

Features

Open-Source Software.

The SOFTWARE and SERVICES may incorporate software licensed to HONDA under free or open-source

licenses which govern HONDA’s distribution and your use of such software. HONDA and the third-party authors, licensors, and distributors
of such software disclaim all warranties and all liability arising from any and all use or distribution of the software. To the extent such
software is provided under terms that differ from the applicable free or open-source licenses, those terms are offered by HONDA alone.
Additional information regarding free and open-source software incorporated in the SOFTWARE and SERVICES is available in this manual
or within the SOFTWARE.

Provider Services.

The SOFTWARE may provide you with access to various PROVIDER SERVICES. Installation or use of such PROVIDER

SERVICES may require your consent to additional terms, conditions, and privacy policies of the applicable PROVIDER (the “PROVIDER
TERMS”). This AGREEMENT restricts the manner in which you can install and use PROVIDER SERVICES but does not grant you a license or
permission to use such PROVIDER SERVICES. Your permission to use PROVIDER SERVICES is limited and subject to any license grants,
conditions, and limitations included in the PROVIDER TERMS. You acknowledge that any collection, use, sharing of your information,
targeted advertising practices by PROVIDERS, and your use of the PROVIDER SERVICES shall be subject to both this AGREEMENT and any
applicable PROVIDER TERMS. The PROVIDER SERVICES may collect, use, and share such information while you are using the SOFTWARE.

5. License Limitations and Restrictions on Use.

(a) Limited License. You understand and agree that the SOFTWARE and SERVICES are licensed, not sold, to you solely for use in accordance
with this AGREEMENT and any applicable PROVIDER TERMS, and any documentation for the VEHICLE made available to you by HONDA
(any “DOCUMENTATION”). HONDA and its licensors reserve all rights in the SOFTWARE and HONDA SERVICES not expressly granted to
you under this AGREEMENT. PROVIDERS and their licensors reserve all rights in the PROVIDER SERVICES not expressly granted to you under
the applicable PROVIDER TERMS.

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Honda App License Agreement

Continued

Features

(b) Restrictions on Use. The licenses granted under this AGREEMENT do not permit you to use the SOFTWARE or SERVICES on a device
other than your VEHICLE. As a condition of using the SOFTWARE and SERVICES, you agree that you may not and will not:

Intellectual Property Rights.

All title and intellectual property rights in and to the SOFTWARE and SERVICES, the accompanying

DOCUMENTATION, and all copies of the SOFTWARE or SERVICES are owned by HONDA, PROVIDERS, or their suppliers or licensors. This
AGREEMENT does not grant you any rights in connection with any trademarks or service marks of HONDA, PROVIDERS, or their licensors,
affiliates, or suppliers.

(1) copy, download, distribute, modify, publish, sell, rent, lease, lend, license, sublicense, reuse, or create derivative works of the
SOFTWARE or SERVICES or any of the content or other material within the SOFTWARE or SERVICES, including without limitation,
HONDA or PROVIDER names, logos, or any other trademarks of HONDA or PROVIDERS or used in association with the SOFTWARE or
any SERVICES, except as required to use the SOFTWARE or SERVICES in accordance with this AGREEMENT, any applicable PROVIDER
TERMS, and the DOCUMENTATION;
(2) access or use the SOFTWARE or SERVICES in any manner intended to damage or impair the operation of the SOFTWARE or SERVICES
or interfere with anyone else’s use and enjoyment of the SOFTWARE or SERVICES;
(3) access or attempt to access any system or server on which the SOFTWARE or SERVICES is hosted or modify or alter the SOFTWARE
or SERVICES in any way;
(4) use the SOFTWARE or SERVICES for any unlawful purpose, or in violation of any third party rights;
(5) use the SOFTWARE or SERVICES in violation of any applicable traffic regulations, rules or laws, including but not limited to any driver
distraction laws, rules or regulations;
(6) violate the terms of this AGREEMENT, any HONDA TERMS, any PROVIDER TERMS or other applicable third-party terms, conditions,
and privacy policies; or
(7) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, attempt to derive the source code of, nor permit others to reverse engineer, decompile,
or disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of the SOFTWARE or SERVICES, except and only to the extent that such activity is
expressly permitted (a) by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation or (b) the terms of applicable free or opensource software
licenses.

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