2013 Acura TL Owners Manual

Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.

1.

Say ‘‘

System setup

.’’

2.

Say ‘‘

Clear

’’ after the prompts.

3.

Follow the HFL prompts to continue to complete the clearing procedure.

Quick Language Selection Canadianmodelsonly Toquicklychangethelanguage: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.

1.

Say the language you want to change to in that language.

2.

Follow the HFL prompts.

You can also clear the system when you have forgotten the passcode and cannot access HFL. When HFL asks you for the passcode, say ‘‘ clear in the HFL phonebook will be lost.

.’’ Paired phones, and all names

System

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Change Language Canadianmodelsonly Tochangethesystemlanguage betweenEnglishandFrench: Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.

1.

2.

Say ‘‘

Change language

.’’

Follow the HFL prompts to change the language to English or French.

If you have not named your paired phone in the language you just selected, HFL will ask you to name it in the current language.

When French is your currently selected language, you can give voice commands in French.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models without navigation system)

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Wireless Technology word mark and logos The are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will Audio when it is interrupt playing. Audio will resume when the call is ended.

Bluetooth

This device complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. See page 628
more information.

for

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

HandsFreeLink (HFL)

Bluetooth allows you to place and receive phone calls using either the navigation system controls or voice commands without the distraction of handling your cell phone.

Using HFL InterfaceDial

CANCEL BUTTON

INFO BUTTON

To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth- compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities:

In the U.S., visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink or call (888) 528-7876.

In Canada, visit or call (888) 528-7876.

www.handsfreelink.ca,

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DIAL

PHONE BUTTON

SELECTOR

ENTER

Use the Interface Dial to make menu or list selections.

To select an item on the screen, turn the interface dial left or right to highlight it, and then press ENTER.

Whenaphonehasnever beenpairedtothesystem: Press the PHONE button or PICK- UP button to enter the phone pairing procedure (see page

432

).

To select an item that comes with icons,

, or

push the interface selector up, down, left, or right.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

U.S. model is shown.

Press the INFO button to go to the main information screen to select the Cellular Phone menu.

Whenthereisapairedphoneisinyour vehicle: Press the PHONE button or PICK- UP button to go to the Cellular Phone screen.

Press the CANCEL button to go back to the previous screen.

HFLButtons

PICK-UP BUTTON

HANG-UP BUTTON

TALK BUTTON

BACK BUTTON

−

PICK-UP Button release to answer a call, or press to go directly to the Cellular Phone screen.

Press and

HANG-UP Button release to end or decline a call.

Press and

−

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TALK Button to give a command.

−

Press and release

When the Cellular Phone screen is displayed, pressing the TALK button guides you through all available functions.

BACK Button Press and release to go back to the previous command, or cancel the command.

−

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VoiceControlTips

MICROPHONE

Try to reduce all background noise. If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, commands may be misinterpreted.

To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls.

HelpFeature For help at any time, including a list of available options, say ‘‘Help.’’

Air or wind noise from the dashboard and side vents, windows and moonroof may interfere with the microphone. Adjust or close them as necessary.

LanguageSelection Refer to the navigation system manual for how to change the system’s language between English, French, and Spanish.

Press and release the Talk button each time you want to make a command. After the beep, speak in a clear, natural tone.

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HFLDisplay As an incoming call notification, you will see the following display:

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

When the audio is in use.

U.S. model is shown.

CALLER NAME PHONE DIALING

BATTERY LEVEL STATUS

SIGNAL STRENGTH

BLUETOOTH INDICATOR

ROAM STATUS

LENGTH OF CALL TIME

To answer the call and show the HFL information, press the PICK-UP button on the steering wheel.

Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and roaming status information to HFL.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system) How to Use HFL The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON (see page

184

).

Call History

All

Dial

Receive

Missed

Display the last 20 incoming, outgoing, or missed calls(see page 445). (Appears only when a phone is connected to the system via HFL.)

Display the last 20 outgoing calls (Appears only when a phone is connected to the system via HFL.)

(see page 445).

Display the last 20 incoming calls (Appears only when a phone is connected to the system via HFL.)

(see page 445).

Display the last 20 missed calls (Appears only when a phone is connected to the system via HFL.)

(see page 445).

Cellular Phone

Phone Book

Display the paired phone’s previously imported phonebook (or import a new one) (see page 444).

Dial

Enter a phone number to dial (see page 445).

More

Speed Dial

Displays a list of all 20 speed dial entries. The first 4 speed dial numbers are shown on the Cellular Phone screen (see page 446).

Redial

Push and hold the interface selector (ENTER) to redial the last number called by HFL (see page 446).

Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Add New Phone

Pair a phone to the system

(see page 432).

Connect

Connect a paired phone to the system

(see page 436).

Cellular Phone

Phone Setup

Connection

Disconnect

Disconnect a paired phone from the system

(see page 436).

Delete

Delete a previously paired phone

(see page 435).

Pass-key

Create a Pass-key number for a paired phone (see page 435).

Store

Speed Dial

Delete

Speed Dial

Select a number from the Call History, Phone Book, or manual entry to store as a speed dial number (see page 442).

Delete a previously stored speed dial number

(see page 444).

Store Voice Tag

Create a voice tag for a speed dial number

(see page 443).

Edit

Speed Dial

Delete Voice Tag

Delete a voice tag for a speed dial number

(see page 443).

Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Cellular Phone

Edit Phone Name/PIN

Create a phone name/PIN number for a paired phone

(see page 437).

Phone Setup

Auto Transfer

Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you enter the vehicle (see page 439).

Auto Answer

Set incoming calls to be automatically answered

(see page 439).

Clear Cellular

Phone

Information

Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries, speed dials, and pass-keys (see page 439).

Voice commands can be used for all above options. Voice commands for the HFL system can only be used from the Cellular Phone screen. To quickly access the Cellular Phone screen, press the Pick-Up button on the steering wheel. Press and release the Talk button each time you give a command.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

To use HFL, you need to pair your Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to the system.

HFL uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which means, the maximum range between your phone and vehicle is 30 feet 10 meters).

Cellular Phone

Phone Setup You can set up your phone and other system options with this menu.

Push the selector down for PHONE SETUP.

Press the PHONE button or PICK- UP button to go to the Cellular Phone screen.

Select ‘‘PHONE SETUP’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

SetupBluetoothPhone Topairacellphone(whenthereisno phonepairedtothesystem): Press the PHONE button or PICK- UP button. The system starts pairing when there is no phone paired to the system.

1.

Press the PHONE button or PICK- UP button. The system prompts you to pair a phone. Select ‘‘Yes’’ on the confirmation screen.

2.

Make sure your phone is set to discoverable or visibility is ON, and select ‘‘OK.’’ HFL begins to search for your phone.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

3.

4.

If your phone is found, it is displayed on the screen. Select it and press ENTER.

5.

HFL gives you a 4-digit pass-key that you will need to input on your phone.

If your phone doesn’t appear on the list, select ‘‘Phone not found?’’ and search for Bluetooth devices using your phone. From your phone, select ‘‘HandsFreeLink.’’

6.

When your phone prompts you, input the 4-digit pass-key.

7.

You will receive a notification on the screen and your phone if pairing is successful.

U.S. model is shown.

OnU.S.models You will receive a notification to set up an AcuraLink connection. If you 449
want to do this, please see page or select ‘‘Setup Later.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Topairacellphone(whenthereareone ormorephonespairedtothesystem):

3.

Select ‘‘Add New Phone.’’

4.

Follow steps 2 through 7 from the previous page.

Phonepairingtips

You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is moving.

Up to six phones can be paired.

Your phone’s battery may drain faster when it is paired to HFL.

1.

Select ‘‘PHONE SETUP’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Connection’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Tochangethepass-keysetting:

Example

Todeleteapairedphone:

TRASH ICON

1.

Select ‘‘Connection’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Pass-key.’’

The default pass-key ‘‘0000’’ NOTE: is used until you change the setting.

For a randomly generated pass-key each time you pair a phone, select ‘‘Random.’’

Push the selector to left to delete.

To create your own pass-key, select ‘‘Fixed’’ and follow steps 3 and 4.

3.

Delete the current pass-key.

4.

Enter a new pass-key, and select ‘‘OK.’’

BLUETOOTH ICON

1.

Select ‘‘Connection’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Delete.’’

3.

Select the phone you want to delete. The Bluetooth icon shows you the currently linked phone.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

4.

A trash icon appears next to the selected phone. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

5.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

Toconnectanotherpairedphone:

Todisconnectapairedphone:

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BLUETOOTH ICON

1.

Select ‘‘Connection’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

1.

Select ‘‘Connection’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Connect.’’

2.

Select ‘‘Disconnect.’’

3.

Select the phone you want to connect. The Bluetooth icon shows you the currently linked phone.

3.

Select the phone you want to disconnect. The Bluetooth icon shows you the currently linked phone.

4.

Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

4.

Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

5.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

EditPhoneName/PIN You can name up to six HFL phone names. Each can be PIN protected, and have its own phonebook, speed dial, and call history.

Toeditaphonename:

Select a phone name.

1.

Select ‘‘Edit Phone Name/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Push the interface selector left or right to select the phone name you want to edit on the Edit Phone Name/PIN screen.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

4.

Enter a 4-digit PIN, re-enter it, and select ‘‘OK.’’

If you select ‘‘DO NOT USE PIN,’’ before entering any number, the phone will not have a PIN.

If the phone is already PIN-protected, you need to enter the current PIN before creating a new one.

Tonameaphone:

TocreateaPINforeachphone: When you set a PIN for a phone, you will be asked to enter the PIN every time you select the phone.

1.

Select ‘‘Edit Phone Name/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Phone Name.’’

3.

Enter a phone name, and select ‘‘OK’’ when complete.

438

1.

Select ‘‘Edit Phone Name/PIN’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select a phone to set a PIN (see page

437

).

3.

Select ‘‘PIN.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

AutomaticTransferring If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL with the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON (see page

185

).

AutomaticAnswering You can choose when the HFL system automatically answers incoming calls.

Toclearthecellularphone information(onephone) Clearing a phone name will clear all settings, such as call history and phonebook.

1.

Select ‘‘Auto Transfer’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘OFF’’ or ‘‘ON.’’

1.

Select ‘‘Auto Answer’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Off,’’ ‘‘2sec,’’ ‘‘5sec,’’ or ‘‘10sec.’’

1.

Select ‘‘Clear Cellular Phone Information’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select the phone you want to clear.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Toclearthecellularphone information(allphones) OnthenavigationSETUPscreen This operation clears all stored settings for the cell phones paired to the vehicle.

1.

Press the INFO button on the control panel.

2.

Select ‘‘Set up’’ from the Main Info screen.

3.

Push the interface selector to the right to select the Other tab on the SET UP screen. Select ‘‘Clear Personal Data.’’

4.

Select ‘‘Cellular Phone Information.’’

5.

A trash icon appears next to the selected item. Select ‘‘OK’’ to confirm.

6.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

3.

A trash icon appears next to the selected phone. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

4.

Select ‘‘Yes’’ from the confirmation screen.

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AutomaticImportCellular PhonebookandCallHistory (availableonsomephones) When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call history are automatically imported to HFL.

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Up to three category icons appear next to the phonebook entries .

＊

EditSpeedDial

Preference

Home

Mobile

Work

Pager

Fax

Car

Voice

Other

These indicate how many numbers are stored for the name. If a name has more than three category icons, ‘‘…’’ is displayed.

＊

Available on some phones

The first four speed dial entries.

Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone name, and the first four numbers are displayed on the Cellular Phone screen.

Select a ‘‘No Entry’’ field to store a speed dial entry, or use the following procedure.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Tostoreaspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Store Speed Dial.’’

3.

Select a number on the speed dial list where you want to store the number.

5.

When the speed dial number is successfully stored, you are asked to store a voice tag for the number. Follow the prompts.

When a voice tag is stored for the entry, you can dial the number by saying ‘‘Dial by voice tag,’’ followed by the voice tag and ‘‘Dial’’ from any screen.

4.

Choose a number from:

Phonebook the linked cell phone’s imported phonebook

−

Call History numbers

−

the last 20

Dial manual number input

−

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Toaddavoicetagtoa storedspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Store Voice Tag.’’

3.

Select the number you want to store a voice tag for.

Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Todeleteavoicetag: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Delete Voice Tag.’’

3.

Select the number you want to delete the voice tag for.

4.

A trash icon appears next to the selected numbers. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

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4.

Follow the prompts to complete the voice tag.

NOTE:

Avoid using duplicate voice tags.

Avoid using ‘‘home’’ as a voice tag.

It is easier for HFL to recognize a longer name. For example, use ‘‘John Smith’’ instead of ‘‘John.’’

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Todeleteaspeeddialnumber: 1.

Select ‘‘Edit Speed Dial’’ from the Phone Setup screen.

2.

Select ‘‘Delete Speed Dial.’’

3.

Select the number you want to delete, and push ENTER.

4.

A trash icon appears next to the selected numbers. Select ‘‘OK’’ to continue.

Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone number, using the imported phonebook, using the call history, or with speed dial entries.

Tomakeacallusinga nameinthePhoneBook: When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook and call history are automatically imported to HFL.

1.

Select ‘‘Phone Book’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

2.

Select a name from the list.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

3.

Push ENTER to list the number or numbers stored for the selected name.

4.

Select a number and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

Tomakeacallusingaphonenumber:

TomakeacallusingCallHistory:

HISTORY LIST

Push down the selector to dial.

1.

Select ‘‘Dial’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

1.

Select ‘‘Call History’’ from the Cellular Phone screen.

2.

Enter the phone number, and select ‘‘Dial.’’

To enter the phone number by voice, press the TALK button and say it in a continuous string.

2.

Call History is sorted by ‘‘All,’’ ‘‘Dial,’’ ‘‘Receive,’’ and ‘‘Missed.’’ Selecting a number begins automatic dialing.

Some phones do not support

NOTE: ‘‘All’’ in the Call History.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

TomakeacallusingSpeedDial:

SPEED DIAL PHONE ICON

VOICE TAG ICON

Select one of the four entries on the Cellular Phone screen, and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

TomakeacallusingMoreSpeedDial: Select ‘‘More Speed Dial’’ on the 1. Cellular Phone screen.

2.

A list of up to 20 stored speed dial entries is shown. Select the entry you want to call, and push ENTER to begin automatic dialing.

: Any voice-tagged speed dial

NOTE entry can be dialed by voice from any screen. Press the Talk button and say ‘‘Dial by voice tag,’’ followed by the voice tag name and ‘‘Dial.’’

TomakeacallusingRedial: Press and hold the PICK-UP button to redial the last number dialed in your phone’s history. On the Cellular Phone screen, you can also redial by pressing and holding ENTER.

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

Receiving a Call When you receive a call, a notification appears on the screen (see page

427

).

To answer the call, press the PICK- UP button on the steering wheel.

To end or decline the call, press the HANG-UP button.

During a Call

Example

The following options are available during a call:

−

Allows you to send

DialTones ＊ numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call a menu- driven phone system.

−

Allows you to transfer a

Transfer call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL.

−

Mute voice.

Allows you to mute your

＊

Available on some phones

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (Models with navigation system)

CallWaiting If your phone has Call Waiting, press and release the PICK-UP button to put the original call on hold and answer the incoming call.

HFL Limitations An incoming call on HFL will Audio when it is interrupt playing. Audio will resume when the call is ended.

Bluetooth

This device complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards. See page 628
more information.

for

U.S.modelsonly In addition, you cannot use HFL while using AcuraLink.

Bluetooth

Wireless Technology

Bluetooth word mark and logos The are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

To return to the original call, press the PICK-UP button again. If you don’t want to answer the incoming call, disregard it and continue with your original call. If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the HANG-UP button.

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Onmodelswithnavigationsystem AcuraLink enhances your ownership experience by providing a direct communication link between your vehicle and the Acura Server. Working through the XM Radio, AcuraLink works in conjunction with the navigation system, HandsFreeLink (HFL), and audio system in your vehicle. It displays and receives several kinds of messages, including:

Bluetooth

Operating tips and information on your vehicle’s features.

Important recall and safety information.

Maintenance information to keep your vehicle in top condition.

Diagnostic information to provide information about any problems with your vehicle.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Interface Dial Most AcuraLink functions are controlled by the interface dial. The interface dial has two parts, a dial and a selector.

CANCEL BUTTON

INFO BUTTON

The selector can be pushed left, right, up, down, and in. Use the selector to scroll through lists, to select menus, and to highlight menu items. When you make a selection, push the center of the selector (ENTER) to go to that selection.

DIAL

ENTER

SELECTOR

The dial turns left and right. Use it to make selections or adjustments to a list or menu on the screen.

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Reading Messages If you have new messages, an envelope icon appears in the lower left hand part of the navigation screen.

To view previously read messages:

To open a message: Press ENTER on the interface selector, then select New Messages from the navigation system map menu.

A list of all messages will be shown. New messages will be at the top. Select the message you want to read by pressing ENTER.

A red exclamation will be marked on an envelope icon with an important message.

Press the INFO button. The information screen will be shown.

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Unread messages have a closed envelope icon next to them. The icon disappears when it has already been read.

Message Options

Only Diagnostic Info

NOTE: messages appear on the navigation screen while driving. They indicate if your vehicle has a problem that may need immediate attention (see page

460

).

Select ‘‘Messages,’’ then select a message category. Select the message you want to read and press ENTER.

After purchasing your vehicle, messages may not appear immediately.

Your dealer has to register the vehicle identification before you can receive messages. This can take several days to process.

When you open a message, you can read a summary of it, and then choose one of several options. If an option is not available for a message, that option will not be highlighted.

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Delete the current message.

−

Select this option to delete

−

Voice Select this option to hear a voice read the entire message. This gives you more information than the screen can display at one time. When you select the Voice option, it changes to a Stop Reading option. Select the option again to stop the voice.

−

Call Select this option to call a phone number embedded in the Call message. When you select Bluetooth dials the number for you.

HandsFreeLink (HFL)

Bluetooth

To make a call, your compatible phone must be paired to the vehicle’s HandsFreeLink system, powered on, and located within the vehicle (see page

432

).

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Find Acura Dlr. Select this option to find the nearest Acura dealer using the navigation system.

−

−

Select this

Call Your Dealer option to call the Acura dealer you purchased your vehicle from. AcuraLink also directs you to this dealer so you can schedule a maintenance appointment or receive information about a message. If your assigned servicing dealer, changes AcuraLink will reset to call that dealer.

−

Select this

Diagnostic Info option to get more information about the current diagnostic message. To use this option, your cell phone must be paired with HFL. In addition, the paired phone must have a compatible data service and be set up with the AcuraLink system to make a data connection. Go to www.acura.com/ to find out which data handsfreelink services are currently compatible with AcuraLink.

Message Preferences To set your AcuraLink preferences (the types of messages you want to receive, if any), visit the My Acura website at www.owners.acura.com choose what you would like to receive. If you do not have internet access, call Acura Client Relations at (800) 382-2238; they can set your message preferences for you.

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Diagnostic info and recall/

Deleting Messages NOTE: campaign messages can only be deleted by your dealer. To delete a single message:

Press the INFO button to bring up the INFO screen.

Scroll to the Messages option, then select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Select the message category that contains the message you want to delete.

Use the interface dial to scroll up or down to the message title you want to delete, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to Delete with the interface dial, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

To delete all messages:

The Delete All Messages

NOTE: command does not apply to Diagnostic Info and Recall messages. They can only be deleted by your dealer.

Press the INFO button to view the INFO screen. Select ‘‘Set up’’ with the interface dial, then press ENTER to view the SET UP screen.

Select Other by pushing the interface selector to the right.

Use the interface dial to scroll to the AcuraLink/Messages option, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to the Delete Messages option, and select it by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

Scroll to the category with the messages you want to delete, and select the category by pressing ENTER on the interface selector.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Message Categories There are six message categories in AcuraLink: Feature Guide, Quick Tips, Scheduled Dealer Appointments, Recalls/Campaigns, Diagnostic Info, and Maintenance Minder . The system can store up to 255 messages.

TM

Message categories can be added, revised, or deleted through broadcast messages from Acura.

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Quick Tips

Feature Guide

These messages, based on updated vehicle information and comments from other TL owners, supplement your Owner’s Manual. They provide you with relevant information for a safe and enjoyable ownership experience. For additional information, call Acura Client Services directly through HFL.

During the first 90 days of ownership, a number of messages appears each day. These messages help you to use and understand the features of your vehicle.

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Maintenance Minder

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These messages provide detailed information about the service needed for your vehicle. When a maintenance message appears on the multi-information display, a list of needed maintenance items is provided through an AcuraLink message. These messages tell you the exact maintenance needed, helping you to avoid unnecessary maintenance costs.

You can use the following message options:

Make an appointment from the schedule at the dealer.

Reschedule the appointment with the dealer.

Call your dealer for an appointment.

Find the nearest dealer.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

AutomatedAppointment You can make an appointment with your dealer through AcuraLink when you receive a Maintenance Minder message.

To use the automated appointment function, you should visit the My Acura website at , register some www.owners.acura.com required settings, and complete the Phone-Data Connection set-up (see page compatible phone should also be paired and linked to your vehicle (see page

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2013 TLThe system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you an appropriate appointment date and time on the navigation screen. If you accept this appointment, select ‘‘Confirm Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

When you see the Maintenance Minder message on the multi- information display, you will also receive a message in the navigation screen. To open the message, press ENTER. Select ‘‘New Messages,’’ then press ENTER. You will see the list of all messages. The most recent message is listed at the top.

Select the received message, then press ENTER. You will see the message as shown. To make an appointment, select ‘‘Schedule Dealer Appt.’’ then press ENTER.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Scheduled Dealer Appointments Torescheduletheappointment:

You will see the screen to reschedule as shown. To make an appointment, select ‘‘Reschedule Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

The confirmation message will be displayed on the screen. Make sure to confirm the appointment date, time and dealer. If it is OK, press ENTER.

If you want to change or reschedule the appointment date, select ‘‘Cancel,’’ then press ENTER.

Press the INFO button to go to the INFO screen. Select ‘‘Messages,’’ then select ‘‘Scheduled Dealer Appointments’’ from the message category list. Then press ENTER.

The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you a new appointment date and time on the navigation screen. If you accept this appointment, select ‘‘Confirm Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Tocanceltheappointment:

Select ‘‘Messages’’ on the INFO screen, then press ENTER. Select ‘‘Scheduled Dealer Appointments’’ from the message category list. Then press ENTER. To cancel the appointment, select ‘‘Cancel Appointment,’’ then press ENTER.

The system will request you to confirm the cancellation on the navigation screen. To cancel the appointment, select ‘‘YES,’’ then press ENTER. If you select ‘‘NO,’’ the screen goes back to the previous message display.

The system will automatically connect to the Acura server, then show you the confirmation on the navigation screen. If you accept the cancellation, press ENTER.

If you cancel the appointment, you cannot reschedule it. If you want to change or reschedule the appointment date, call your dealer directly with HFL.

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Recall/Campaigns

Using automated appointments, your registered dealer through My Acura is automatically selected. If you want to select another dealer, such as in case of an emergency, find the nearest dealer and call the dealer directly with HFL.

When a maintenance appointment is due soon, you will also receive an appointment reminder message.

AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

For this reason, it is important that we retain your current phone number. Please update your information using My Acura at www.owners.acura.com.

If your vehicle is affected by a recall or other important safety information, a letter will be mailed to you about the issue and how to fix it. You will also receive a reminder message through AcuraLink. You can then use the message options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer.

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

Diagnostic Info When an indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the Multi- Information Display (MID), AcuraLink can provide information about the cause of the indicator or message and the recommended action to address it. This helps you handle the problem as it occurs, preventing or limiting costly repairs.

The AcuraLink system cannot determine mechanical problems (such as squeaks or rattles) that are not triggered by the diagnostic indicator monitors.

For more information on the instrument panel indicators, see page

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If you want the information now, select the Check Now option. (If the navigation screen is not active, you must select OK from the navigation disclaimer screen before you can check the information.)

Depending on the severity of the problem, the message will let you know if you should see your dealer immediately or if you can wait until a later date.

When any indicator comes on or a message is displayed on the MID, AcuraLink immediately notifies you with the message, ‘‘An indicator is on. AcuraLink can help you decide what to do.’’

If you do not want the information right away, select the Check Later option.

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Reminder Message

When viewing a diagnostic info message through the INFO menu, you can select the Diagnostic Info option to connect to the Acura server and retrieve the latest information regarding the problem.

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NOTE: additional information, depending on the time elapsed since the previous time you retrieved the information from the Acura server.

When you make an appointment through My Acura’s online Schedule Service Appointment, you can be reminded in advance about that appointment through AcuraLink.

You can then use the message options to call your dealer for an appointment or to find the nearest dealer.

If you need to reschedule or cancel the appointment, see page

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AcuraLink (U.S. models only)

AcuraLink/Message Screen

To access the following functions, press the INFO button. Select ‘‘Set up’’ to view the SET UP screen. Push the interface selector to the right to select Other, then rotate the interface dial to select AcuraLink/ Messages.

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Delete Messages option to delete all stored messages within a category, except for diagnostic info and recall campaign messages. These messages can only