Honda Civic Hatchback (2018 year). Instruction - part 20

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Audio System Basic Operation

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Playing Pandora®

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Features

You can operate some of the Pandora® menu items from your vehicle’s audio 
system. The available items are:
• Bookmark
• Station List
• New Station
• Switch USB device
• Sound
• Setting

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Operating a menu item

1. Select .
2. Select an item.

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Pandora® Menu

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Pandora® Menu

Available operating functions vary on software 
versions. Some functions may not be available on the 
vehicle’s audio system.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message 
on the audio/information screen.

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Pandora® may limit the total number of skips allowed 
on the service. If you dislike a track after the skip limit 
has been reached, your feedback will be saved but 
the current track will continue to play.

To change stations, activate the Pandora® menu, 
select Station List, and then select a new station. It 
also changes stations on the main Pandora® screen.

* Not available on all models

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

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Features

Playing a USB Flash Drive

Your audio system reads and plays sound files on a USB flash drive in either MP3, 
WMA, AAC

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, or WAV format.

Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode.

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*1:Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes are playable on this unit.
*2:Some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

VOL (Volume) Icons
Select to adjust the volume.

 (Back) Icon

Select to go back to the previous 
display.

Track Icons
Select  

or  

to 

change 

files.

Select and hold to move rapidly within 
a track.

/AUDIO (Power/Audio) Icon

Select to turn the audio system on 
and off.

Open/Close Icon

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Displays/hides the detailed 
information.

 (Menu) Icon

Select to display the menu items.

Folder Icons
Select 

 to skip to the next folder, and 

 to skip to the beginning of the previous folder.

Audio/Information Screen

Driver Information Interface

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

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1. Select  

and 

select 

Music Search.

2. Select Music.

3. Select a folder.

4. Select a track.

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How to Select a File from the Music Search List

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

Use the recommended USB flash drives.

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WMA files protected by digital rights management 
(DRM) cannot be played.
The audio system displays Unplayable File, then 
skips to the next file.

If there is a problem, you may see an error message 
on the audio/information screen.

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Folder Selection

Track Selection

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Playing a USB Flash Drive

Features

You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file.

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Scan

1. Select .
2. Select Scan.
3. Select a play mode.

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Random/Repeat

Select a play mode.

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To turn off a play mode

To turn off Scan, select 

 or Cancel.

To turn off Random/Repeat, select the mode again.

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How to Select a Play Mode

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How to Select a Play Mode

Play Mode Menu Items
Scan
Scan Folders: Provides 10-second sampling of the 
first file in each of the main folders.
Scan Tracks: Provides 10-second sampling of all files 
in the current folder.

Random/Repeat
Random in Folder: Plays all files in the current 
folder in random order.
Random All Tracks: Plays all files in random order.
Repeat Folder: Repeats all files in the current folder.
Repeat Track: Repeats the current file.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Features

Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible 
phone.
This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s 
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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*1:Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, some or all of the lists may not 

be displayed.

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming 
audio capabilities are compatible.
To check if your phone is compatible, visit 
automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/.

It may be illegal to perform some data device 
functions while driving.

Only one phone can be used with HFL at a time. 
When there are more than two paired phones in the 
vehicle, the first paired phone the system finds is 
automatically connected. 

The connected phone for Bluetooth® Audio can be 
different.

If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system, 
there may be a delay before the system begins to 
play.

In some cases, the name of the artist, album, or track 
may not appear correctly.

Some functions may not be available on some 
devices.

If a phone is currently connected via Apple CarPlay or 
Android Auto, Bluetooth® Audio from that phone is 
unavailable. However, a second previously paired 
phone can stream Bluetooth® Audio by selecting 
Connect 

 from the Bluetooth Device List.

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Audio/
Information 
Screen

VOL (Volume) 
Icons
Select to adjust 
the volume.

 (Back) Icon

Select to go back to the 
previous display.

/AUDIO (Power/

Audio) Icon
Select to turn the 
audio system on and 
off.

 (Menu) Icon

Select to display 
the menu items.

Group Icons
Select 

 or 

 to change group.

Pause Icon

Play Icon

Bluetooth 
Indicator
Appears when 
your phone is 
connected to 
HFL.

Track Icons
Select 

 or 

 to change tracks.

Open/Close 
Icon

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Displays/hides 
the detailed 
information.

Driver Information 
Interface

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Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Features

1. Make sure that your phone is paired and 

connected to the system.

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2. Select the Bluetooth® Audio mode.

If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-
compatible phone, which is not compatible 
for Bluetooth® Audio, may already be 
connected.

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To pause or resume a file

Select the play icon or pause icon.

1. Select .
2. Select Music Search.
3. Select a search category (e.g., Albums).
4. Select an item.

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The selection begins playing.

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To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

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To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files

To play the audio files, you may need to operate your 
phone. If so, follow the phone maker’s operating 
instructions.

Switching to another mode pauses the music playing 
from your phone.

You can change the connected phone in the 
Bluetooth® settings on the Audio Menu screen by 
the following procedure.
1. Select .
2. Select Setting.

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Searching for Music

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Searching for Music

Depending on the Bluetooth® device you connect, 
some or all of the lists may not be displayed.

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HondaLink®

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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Places

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Displays restaurants, gas stations, Honda dealer, and so on. You can also navigate to 
the found locations via the navigation.

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Vehicle

Displays instruction messages when the vehicle needs service.

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Help & Support

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

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HondaLink® Menu

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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.

When Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is connected to 
the audio system, HondaLink® can be accessed even 
without a Wi-Fi connection.

* Not available on all models

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HondaLink®

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Messages from Honda

Displays helpful and important information from Honda.

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Weather

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Displays a weekly five-day weather forecast for any location you want. You can 
change the ZIP Code at any time.

Use the following procedure to connect to HondaLink® service.

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To enable the HondaLink® service

1. Select .
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Info.
4. Select the HondaLink tab.
5. Select Diagnostic & Location Data.
6. Select On.

You need to allow the consent of the location 
service to enable the HondaLink® service.

Enable once: Allows only one time. (Prompt 
shows again next time.)
Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt 
does not show again.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

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To Set Up to Connect HondaLink® Service

* Not available on all models

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HondaLink®

Features

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To link with HondaLink®

You can see the Connection Guide screen 
after launching HondaLink®. If you do not 
need this guide, select check-box and select 
OK.

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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 message appears and notifies you of a 

new message on the header area.

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When the message is received, a 
notification ring can be heard.

2. A message 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

Message 
Icon

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HondaLink®

Features

3. From the top of the screen, swipe down to 

see the messages.

4. Select a new message to open.

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Wi-Fi Connection

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Features

Wi-Fi Connection

You can connect the Display Audio to the Internet using Wi-Fi and browse websites 
or use online services on the audio/information screen. If your phone has wireless 
hotspot capabilities, the system can be tethered to the phone. Use the following 
steps to setup.

1. Select .
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi.
4. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
5. Select Wi-Fi On/Off Status, then On.
6. Select Wi-Fi Device List.

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Make sure your phone’s Wi-Fi setting is 
in access point (tethering) mode.

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Select the phone you want to connect to 
the system.

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If you do not find the phone you want to 
connect in the list, select Scan.

7. Select Connect.

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If needed, enter a password for your 
phone and select OK.

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When the connection is successful, the 

 icon is displayed on the top of the 

screen.

8. Select 

 to go back to the home screen.

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Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

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Wi-Fi mode (setting for the first time)

You cannot go through the setting procedure while a 
vehicle is moving. Park in a safe place to setup the 
Wi-Fi connection.

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 Wi-Fi Device List. Network 

speed will not be displayed on this screen.

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Features

Make sure your phone's Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

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Wi-Fi mode (after the initial setting has been made)

You may need to go through an initial setup for Wi-Fi 
connection again after you boot your phone.

iPhone users

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Siri Eyes Free

Features

Siri Eyes Free

You can talk to Siri using the 

 (Talk) button on the steering wheel when your 

iPhone is paired to the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system.

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Using Siri Eyes Free

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Siri Eyes Free

Siri is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Check Apple Inc. website for features available for 
Siri.

We recommend against using Siri other than in Siri 
Eyes Free while operating a vehicle.

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Using Siri Eyes Free

Some commands work only on specific phone 
features or apps.

 (Talk) Button 

Press and hold until the display 
changes as shown.

 (Hang-up/back) Button

Press to deactivate Siri Eyes Free.

While in Siri Eyes Free:
The display remains the same. 
No feedback or commands 
appear.

Appears 
when Siri is 
activated in 
Siri Eyes Free

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Apple CarPlay

Features

Apple CarPlay

If you connect an Apple CarPlay-compatible iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB 
port, 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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Phone

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

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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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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.

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

To use Apple CarPlay, connect the USB cable to the 
1.5A USB port. The USB port located in the center 
console storage will not enable Apple CarPlay 
operation.

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To directly access the Apple CarPlay phone function, 
press 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 Bluetooth® 
HandsFreeLink®, turn Apple CarPlay OFF or detach 
the USB cable from your iPhone.

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

: Select the Honda 
Icon to return to 
the Home screen

Home screen

Apple CarPlay icon

Apple CarPlay menu screen

Go back to the Apple 
CarPlay menu screen

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Apple CarPlay

Features

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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.

After you have connected your iPhone to the system via the 1.5A USB port, 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 Display Audio Screen.

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Enabling Apple CarPlay

Enable Once: Allows only once. (Prompt 
shows again next time.)
Always Enable: Allows anytime. (Prompt 
does not show again.)
Cancel: Does not allow this consent.

You may change the consent settings under 
the Smartphone settings menu.

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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

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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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Setting Up Apple CarPlay

You can also use the method below to set up Apple 
CarPlay:
Select HOME

Settings

Smartphone

Apple 

CarPlay

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.