” Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ”Lock” or ”Unlock. ” Lock means the HFL will prompt you for your passcode each time the ignition switch is turned to ON (II) and you press the Talk button. You will only be asked for the passcode once per ignition cycle.

How do I reset my HandsFreeLink?

Step 1 Press and hold the HFL back button

  1. Insert the key in the ignition. Put the car power in ACC or ON.
  2. Locate the HandsFreeLink (HFL) controls on the left side of the steering wheel hub.
  3. Hold down the HandsFreeLink back button (hang-up/cancel) for 5 seconds.

How do I turn on HandsFreeLink?

HandsFreeLink Pairing Instructions

  1. power on the phone and ensure bluetooth is on.
  2. press and release the talk button on the steering wheel and wait for the beep before you speak.
  3. say “phone setup”
  4. say “pair”
  5. the system will prompt you with a pin code.
  6. from the main phone screen, press the left side line for shortcuts.

Where do I find my security pin for my Acura?

You can retrieve your code by visiting You’ll need your vehicle identification number (VIN) and Device Serial Number in order to retrieve the code through the website.

What happened to Acura HandsFreeLink?

Acura was sued in 2016 saying there were no good repair options. Acura mechanics received their first Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) about HandsFreeLink battery drain problems in 2005.

Is HandsFreeLink draining your battery?

Acura mechanics received their first Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) about HandsFreeLink battery drain problems in 2005. They were told the system can get “locked up” in an “on” position and that the “system staying on may cause a dead or low battery while the vehicle’s ignition switch is off.” Sounds about right.

How do I use HandsFreeLink®?

Welcome to HandsFreeLink®. Pair your phone over Bluetooth ®. [1] Place and receive calls. Change the music. Answer a phone call. Hear a text message. With AcuraLink™, your car does almost everything your smartphone does. See which phones are compatible with your vehicle, and learn how to connect yours to your Acura.

What can you do with AcuraLink?

Place and receive calls. Change the music. Answer a phone call. Hear a text message. With AcuraLink™, your car does almost everything your smartphone does. See which phones are compatible with your vehicle, and learn how to connect yours to your Acura.