Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone.
Visit www.acura.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
check phone compatibility. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.

Selecting an Account

If your phone has both text message and mail accounts, you can select only one
of them at a time to be active and receive notifications.

1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Select Phone Settings.
3. Select Select Account.
4. Select Text Messages or an e-mail account.

Receiving and Responding to Messages

When your receive a new message, a pop-up appears on the display. Use the
interface dial to view the message when the vehicle is stopped. You can also reply
to it using fixed phrases or call the sender.

1. When the prompt appears, select Read.
2. The message is displayed, and the system reads

it aloud.

To reply: Select Reply, and choose one of the

six available responses. Select Send to send the
message. You cannot create a new text message.

To call the sender: Select Call.

Learn about Acura’s advanced connectivity services.

AcuraLink Messages

Receive messages on vehicle features, safety and emissions recall campaigns,
maintenance reminders, and diagnostic information.
Some message features require a phone connection. Visit www.acura.com/
handsfreelink (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility.

Viewing Messages

When you receive a new message, an envelope icon appears at the top of the
upper display. Use the interface dial to make and enter selections.

1. Press INFO.
2. Select AcuraLink Messages.
3. Select the message category (Feature Guide,

Quick Tips, Diagnostic Info, Maintenance
Minder, or Recalls/Campaigns).

4. Select the message you want to hear it read

aloud.

Message Options

When you receive certain messages, you can call
your dealer if your phone is paired to the system,
find the nearest dealer, or schedule service
appointments. A current AcuraLink subscription
is required to set up this feature and modify your
message preferences.

ACURALINK

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