2021 Honda Insight LCD Display Instructions Guide
The dashboard of the 2021 Honda Insight has a contemporary LCD display in the middle that houses the car’s most important controls and information. This display acts as the control panel for several features, including as music settings, navigation, vehicle status, and more. Follow these simple steps to use the LCD display in your 2021 Honda Insight and browse its features. Choose a Drive Mode:** Various drive modes are available on some models (such as Eco and Sport). To switch between settings that enhance performance or efficiency, use the “Drive Mode” icon. Voice commands include: Voice commands can be used to access a variety of features. Follow instructions by pressing the voice command button on the steering wheel. Menus at Exit: Search for the “Back” or “Home” buttons or icons, which are typically found at the bottom of the screen, to leave a menu or return to the home screen.
HFL Status Display
The audio/information screen notifies you when there is an incoming call.
Limitations for Manual Operation
- Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped.
- Only previously stored phonebook names or numbers can be called using voice commands while the vehicle is in motion.
- The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON to use the system.
- To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to the system while the vehicle is parked.
- Some functions are limited while driving.
Phone settings screen
- Pair a new phone to the system.
- (Existing entry list) Connect, disconnect, or delete a paired device.
- Set phonebook and call history data to be automatically imported when a phone is paired to HFL. Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to
- HFL when you enter the vehicle.
- Select a fixed ring tone or the one from the connected cell phone.
- Turn HondaLink® Assist on and off.
Displaying Messages
Press the 
button.- Select Messages.
Select a phone if necessary. - Select a message.The text message is displayed.
The 
(blue) icon appears next to an unread message.
If you delete a message on the phone, the message will also be deleted from the system. If you send a message from the system, the message goes to your phone’s outbox.
To see the previous or next message, select 
Prev or Next
on the message screen.
Read or Stop reading a message
- Go to the text message screen.
- Select Play.
- The system starts reading the message aloud.
- Select Stop to stop reading.
- Select Play again to start reading the message.
Reply to a message
- Go to the text message screen.
- Select Reply.
- Select the reply message.
- The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
- Select Send to send the message.
- Message sent. appears on the screen when the reply message was successfully sent.
The available reply messages are as follows
- Talk to you later, I’m driving.
- I’m on my way.
- I’m running late.
- OK
- Yes
- No
The default reply messages are displayed only in English. If you want to use reply messages in languages other than English, please edit them.
You can add a reply message by selecting + Create New Message.
Only certain phones receive and send messages when paired and connected. For a list of compatible phones:
- U.S.: Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/, or call 1-888-528-7876.
- Canada: For more information on smartphone compatibility, call 1-855-490-7351.
To edit a reply message
- Press the
- Select Messages.
- Select Settings.
- Select Edit Replies.
- Select the reply message you want to edit or + Create New Message.
- The on-screen keyboard screen is displayed.
- Enter a reply message, and then select Save.
To delete a reply message
- Press the
- Select Messages.
- Select Settings.
- Select Delete Replies.
- Select on the reply message you want to delete.
- The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
- Select Yes.
You can change the order of reply messages by selecting Reorder.
Making a call to a sender
- Go to the text message screen.
- Select Call.
FAQs
To change the LCD display’s brightness, push the “Settings” button on the steering wheel, then click “Display,” then “Brightness.” Adjust the brightness with the arrow buttons.
The data shown on the LCD screen can really be changed. Click the “Settings” button, choose “Display,” and then pick “Customize Display.” From there, you can pick and configure the information panels that you like.
The “Info” button on the steering wheel can be used to change between several information panels on the LCD display. The available panels will cycle through with each button press.
Yes, you can press and hold the “Trip” button on the steering wheel until the preferred trip meter zeroes out to reset trip-related information on the LCD screen.
Using the center console’s “Home” button, choose “Audio.” To directly access the audio source selections, you can also push the “Source” button on the steering wheel.
Yes, you can use Bluetooth to connect your smartphone to enable hands-free calling. To pair and connect your phone, go to the phone menu by pressing the “Phone” button on the steering wheel and then follow the on-screen directions.
To access the climate control settings, press the “Climate” button on the center console. Directly from the LCD panel, you may change the temperature, fan speed, and other climatic settings.
No, the LCD display’s wallpaper or theme cannot be changed on the 2021 Honda Insight. This method does not allow customization of the display’s appearance.
To cycle to the information screen for fuel efficiency, press the “Info” button on the steering wheel. Your current MPG (miles per gallon) or other fuel efficiency measures will be shown.
By pushing the “Navigation” button on the center console, if your 2021 Honda Insight has navigation, you can get navigation directions on the LCD display. When prompted, enter your destination to get directions.
The LCD screen will automatically switch to the rearview camera display while the car is moving in reverse. By pushing the “Rear” button on the center console, you can also get to it manually.
Yes, the LCD display features an automatic night mode that may be turned on. Navigate to “Settings,” choose “Display,” and then pick “Night Mode” to turn on night mode. You may program it to come on automatically based on the surrounding lighting.
To access the system settings, press and hold the “Settings” button on the steering wheel. After that, choose “Clock,” and change the hour and minute using the arrow buttons.
Yes, by plugging a USB drive into the center console’s USB port, you can play music from that device. To choose the USB source and manage playing from the LCD display, press the “Source” button on the steering wheel.
The “Brightness” option under the “Display” settings allows you to reduce the display brightness to its lowest setting even though you cannot entirely turn the display off. The display will also be dimmed during nighttime driving when night mode is activated.
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