Android Auto Setup
ANDROID AUTO™ SETUP*
Android Auto™ compatible smartphone setup
- Download the Android Auto™ app from the Google Play™ Store.
- Open the Android Auto™ app and proceed with the onscreen instructions to complete setup on the mobile device.
Wireless Connection setup for Android Auto™:
Infotainment System wireless setup:
- Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System. Press DEVICE CONNECTIONS, select PHONE PROJECTION and then ANDROID AUTO OPTIONS. Toggle on ENABLE ANDROID AUTO
- In DEVICE CONNECTIONS, press ADD NEW — ensure your smartphone has Bluetooth® and Wifi turned on — and select the Vehicle Name you see on the Infotainment System screen in the searched Bluetooth® devices on your phone
- Confirm the verification code matches and approve
- Follow the onscreen prompts on the infotainment system
- Agree to enable Android Auto™ from your smartphone
- Review all terms, conditions and requests on the head unit and phone. If you agree, accept them in order to use Android Auto™
- On the Infotainment System home screens, select the Android Auto™ button, where you’ll see all the Android Auto™ supported apps
Quick Tips:
If Android Auto™ randomly disconnects:
- Ensure the USB cable is certified by the phone manufacturer for both power and data
- Clean the phone’s port, which the USB cable connects to, as instructed by the phone’s manufacturer
- The phone should not be disturbed while driving as this can cause a disconnection at the phone’s USB port
- Visit the Android Auto™ website for Android Auto™ app concerns
Reminders:
- Android Auto™ compatibility requires OS Android™ 5.0 or higher, the phone manufacturer’s USB cable provided and data plan with applicable feature(s). Always update your phone to the latest operating system release
- Android Auto™ runs on your smartphone cellular data service. Normal data rates will apply
- Wireless Android Auto™ system only works for certain Android models. Use the manufacturer’s USB cable when wireless feature is not available
*See LEGAL page for legal information.
Android Auto™ run on your smartphone cellular data service. Normal data rates will apply.
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injury, and death. Handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which distract the driver’s focus and attention should never be used during operation of the vehicle.
Refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information.
