Before Using Smartphone Link
If equipped, the vehicle can connect to Pandora®, Stitcher SmartRadio®, or other available applications through the infotainment system.
The applications must be downloaded to the device first, then the device can be connected to the infotainment system.
Pandora is a free Internet radio service that streams personalized radio stations based on artists, songs, genres, and comedians.
Create stations using the Pandora website or smartphone application, then use
(thumbs up) or
(thumbs down) to personalize stations.
To set up an account, or for more information, go to www.pandora.com. Pandora may
not be available in Canada or Mexico.
Stitcher SmartRadio is an Internet radio service that streams news, sports, and entertainment shows through the audio system. Create personalized, on-demand stations or discover new shows through Stitcher's preset stations. To set up an account, download the application from the Android Market or iTunes Store, or go to www.stitcher.com.
A phone or tablet with Internet connection and the application installed is required. Personal cell phone data plans are used. Make sure the latest version is installed on the device and the volume is turned up.
Smartphone Supported by Application
To use Applications:
iPod/iPhone Error Messages and Solution
If the system fails to activate the application on the iPod/iPhone connected, an error message is displayed as, “Unable to start application, possible reasons.”
iOS Version Error
If the iOS version of the iPhone is less than 4.0, the error message is displayed as, “Your iPhone does not allow this application to be opened on a USB connection. Please refer to owner’s manual.”
Connecting Application Error
If the infotainment system fails to activate the application on the smartphone connected through Bluetooth wireless technology, the error message is displayed as, “Connecting application failed.”
To switch to another application while playing an application and connected through the USB port, press HOME on the iPod/iPhone, then press the application icon on the infotainment system.
Switching Between a USB Connected Device and a Bluetooth Device
When the iPhone is connected to the infotainment system through the USB port, and the infotainment system is connected to another phone through Bluetooth wireless technology, press iPhone or bluetooth phone on the smartphone list menu to switch between the two applications.
Displaying or Hiding Application Icons
To display or hide application icons on the smartphone link menu:
If the activated application is on the smartphone link menu, the
is activated in the upper position
of the HOME menu or playing screen.
Connecting an Application
This section explains a general operation. It may vary depending on the phone operation system, versions, and/or application versions.
To connect an application:
The smartphone link menu is displayed.
Tire Chains
Warning
Do not use tire chains. There is not enough clearance. Tire chains
used on a vehicle without the proper amount of clearance can cause damage to the
brakes, suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains
could cause loss of control and a crash.
Use another typ ...
Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission)
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P (Park)
properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in
the transmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shift lever out of P (Park).
This is called “torque lock.” To prevent torque ...
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays
For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfiber cloth
to wipe surfaces.
Before wiping the surface with the microfiber cloth, use a soft bristle brush
to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfiber cloth by
gently rubbing to clean. Never use ...