Bluetooth Handsfreelink (HFL)

Learn how to operate the vehicle’s hands-free calling system.

Basic HFL Operation

Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling your phone. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (Canada) to check phone compatibility.

To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.

■ HFL Displays and Controls

Use the controls to enter information and make selections.

Models with color audio

(Pick-Up) button:

Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an incoming call.

(Hang-up/Back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Phone) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate the selector knob to select an item on the screen, then press to select.

Models with Display Audio

If your iPhone is connected to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, calls can only be made through Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, not through Bluetooth HandsFreeLink.

(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the phone screen, or to answer an incoming call.
(Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call, go back to the previous command, or cancel a command.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Menu) button: Press to display Speed Dial, Call History, or Redial on the phone screen.
Left/Right button: Press to select an item displayed on the phone screen.
SOURCE button: Press to call a number listed in the selected item on the phone screen.

■Talk Button Tips

When using the Talk button, wait for the beep before saying a command. The system recognizes only the commands listed in the Voice Command Index.

  • When using the Talk button, wait for a beep before saying a command.
  • To bypass the system prompts, simply press the Talk button again to say your command.
  • Speak in a clear, natural voice.
  • Reduce all background noise.
  • Adjust the dashboards vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
  • Close the windows and moonroof.

Pairing a Phone

Models with color audio system

To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use the selector knob to make and enter selections

Models with display audio

To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Making a Call

You can make calls using several methods.

■Dialing a Number

Models with Color Audio System

Enter a 10-digit phone number to call. Use the selector knob to make and enter selections. This method is inoperable while the vehicle is moving.

  1. Press the Phone button.
  2. Select Dial.
  3. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone icon to call.

Models with Display Audio System

Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.

Using voice commands

  1. Press the Talk button before you say each command.
  2. Say "Dial by number."
  3. Say the phone number: For example, "3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4"
  4. The system begins to dial.

Using the touchscreen

Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.
  1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
  2. Select Menu.
  3. Select Dial.
  4. Enter the phone number. Select the green phone icon to call.

■Using the Phonebook

Models with color audio

Models with Display Audio

When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook can be automatically imported to the system. Phone synchronization must be turned on.

Using voice commands

  1. Press the talk button before you say each command.
  2. Say "Dial by name."
  3. Say the phonebook name and phone type. For example, "John Smith mobile."

Using the touchscreen

Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving.

Voice commands are always available.

  1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
  2. Select MENU.
  3. Select Phonebook.
  4. Scroll through the list to find the name and number you want to call, and select it to call.

■Storing Speed Dial Entries

Models with Color Audio

Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing. Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
  1. Press the Phone button.
  2. Select Phone Setup.
  3. Select Speed Dial, then select Add New.
  4. Select an entry method.
  5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.

Models with Display Audio

Store up to 20 numbers for quick dialing.

  1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
  2. Select MENU.
  3. Select Speed Dial, then select New Entry.
  4. Select an entry method.
  5. If desired, you can create a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.

■Using Speed Dial

Models with Color Audio

Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers. Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

  1. Press the Phone button.
  2. Select Speed Dial.
  3. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want to call, and select it to call.

Speed dial entries with stored voice tags can be called using the Talk button. Press the Talk button and follow the prompts.

Model with Display Audio

Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers.

Using voice commands

  1. Press the Talk button before you say each command.
  2. Say “Dial by name."
  3. Say the stored voice tag name.

For example, "John Smith."

Using the touchscreen

  1. From the Home screen, select Phone.
  2. Scroll through the list to find the entry you want to call, and select it to call.

SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail*1

Certain phones can receive and send messages while paired and connected. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply with your phone service provider.

This feature is limited while the vehicle is moving.

Siri™ Eyes Free

Models with Display Audio

Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone is paired to the system. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (Canada) to check phone compatibility.

Here are some examples of Siri Commands:

"Call John Smith"

"Read my new text message"

"Find a nearby sushi restaurant"

"Remind me to pick up dinner"

"Set up a meeting at 3 p.m."

"Play song XYZ"

Note:
  • Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are not displayed in the vehicle.
  • Certain commands rely on the iPhone’s features and existing apps.
  • To hear turn-by-turn directions or songs through the vehicle, set the audio source to Bluetooth Audio.