What is HomeLink and How Does it Work?

March 8th, 2019 by

What is HomeLink?

HomeLink is a widely trusted and used vehicle-based wireless control system. It conveniently and safely enables you to open and close your garage door and front gate, activate and deactivate your home’s security system, and turn on or off your lighting, appliances, and electronics. All of this from three buttons, smartly integrated into your automobile’s interior.

Easy to Use
Connect your vehicle to your home in just a few button presses.

Compatible
Works with nearly all garage door openers and gate systems, and an ever-growing list of other radio-frequency (RF) controlled devices.

Smarter
With compatible garage doors, HomeLink can tell you if you left your garage door open or closed.

Convenient
HomeLink is seamlessly integrated into your vehicle’s interior, and can control up to three devices.

Battery-free
HomeLink is powered by your automobile’s electrical system; it never needs batteries.

Complementary
When you’re away from home, apps give you the ability to control your RF devices. When you’re in your car, HomeLink gives you easy, always-ready functionality at your fingertips.

What Honda Models are Equipped with HomeLink?

Cars & Sedans

  • Accord Family: 2007 – 2021 (Available on higher trims like EX-L and Touring; note that recent newer generations shifted away from built-in HomeLink mirrors on standard trims in some markets).

  • Accord Crosstour / Crosstour (Discontinued): 2011 – 2014

  • Civic Sedan: 2019 – 2021 (Select upper trims)

  • Civic Coupe (Discontinued): 2019 – 2021 (Select upper trims)

  • Civic Hatchback: 2020 – 2021 (Select upper trims)

  • Insight (Discontinued): 2019 – 2022 (Exclusively on upper trims like the Touring)

  • Clarity Plug-In Hybrid / Fuel Cell (Discontinued): 2017 – 2021

  • S2000 (Discontinued): 2007 – 2010 (Available via specialized accessory/upper trim configurations late in its production run)

SUVs & Crossovers

  • CR-V: 2015 – 2021 (Featured on EX-L and Touring trims)

  • CR-V Hybrid: 2020 – 2021 (EX-L and Touring/Sport Touring trims)

  • HR-V: 2019 – 2020 (Limited availability on top-tier EX-L trims)

  • Passport: 2019 – 2021 (Standard on EX-L, Touring, and Elite trims)

  • Pilot: 2009 – 2021 (Equipped on EX-L, Touring, and Elite/Black Edition trims)

Minivans & Trucks

  • Odyssey: 2008 – 2022 (Equipped on EX-L, Touring, and Elite trims)

  • Ridgeline: 2009 – 2014 and 2017 – 2021 (Available on RTL-E and Black Edition / upper trims)

Important Notes:

  1. Trim Dependency: HomeLink is rarely standard on entry-level models (like LX or Sport). It is almost universally tied to auto-dimming rearview mirrors found on mid-to-high trim configurations (EX-L, Touring, Elite).

  2. Aftermarket & Accessories: For models or years missing built-in HomeLink, Honda frequently offered HomeLink-enabled auto-dimming mirrors as a genuine dealer-installed accessory.

  3. Alternative Solutions: Newer Honda vehicles that lean heavily on digital connectivity have also integrated smartphone-based garage management systems (such as myQ integration via the infotainment system) alongside or in place of traditional mirror buttons.

How to Program HomeLink in Your Honda

For detailed instructions for your specific Honda, head to homelink.com/honda

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