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HOW TO CONNECT TO ANDROID AUTO^TM

Difficulty Level: Novice | Time Required: 5 minutes | Tools Required: None | Related Parts, Products, Services or Technology: Android^TMsmartphone required

If your vehicle is compatible with Android Auto^†, you can access your favourite smartphone features through your vehicle’s infotainment system^†:

Make/receive calls
Navigate with-Google Maps™
Access your media and music apps
Get hands-free help with Google Assistant™^†
And more

To use Android Auto, you must first connect your phone to your vehicle. For applicable vehicles, ensure that your vehicle’s infotainment system software is updated, as well as the software on your smartphone.*

*Note: You can check if your vehicle is eligible for software updates, or see the progress of an update, by selecting Settings > System > Vehicle Software > Updates.

Connect Through USB Port

Connect Wirelessly

CONNECT THROUGH USB PORT

Your vehicle must be parked the first time you connect.
Using your phone’s cable, connect your phone to the vehicle’s USB data port.^† Ensure you are using the USB cable provided by your phone manufacturer to avoid connectivity issues.
If Android Auto is not pre-installed on your Android phone, download the app on Google Play. Your phone may ask you to download pre-installed apps for Android Auto, like Google Maps, or update to the newest version of the app.
If Android Auto does not automatically launch, touch the Projection icon or the Android Auto icon on your vehicle’s centre display.
Follow the prompts on your vehicle’s centre display and on your phone to start.
You will be asked to accept Terms before using the feature
When Android Auto is active, the centre display will show the phone apps that are accessible.

CONNECT WIRELESSLY

Only select phones and select vehicles support this feature. If your vehicle and phone do offer this option, work through these steps to set up a wireless connection:

Make sure your vehicle is parked.
If Android Auto is not pre-installed on your Android phone, download the app on Google Play. Your phone may also ask you to download pre-installed apps for Android Auto like Google Maps, or update to the newest version of the app.
Tap the grey. Android Auto icon on the centre display.
Pair/connect your phone to the infotainment system using Bluetooth®.^†
Follow the prompts on the screen and on your phone to start.
You will be asked to accept Terms before using the feature

On some vehicles, if you plug your phone in via USB, the system will ask if you’d like to allow a wireless connection in the future. If you agree, the next time you go for a drive, your phone will automatically connect wirelessly with Android Auto.

Minimum Phone Requirements

Vehicle Compatibility Site

Android Auto Website

Android Auto Apps

Android Auto Help

How to Pair Your Bluetooth Smartphone

Q&As

Can I use Android Auto when my phone is connected only by Bluetooth?

It depends on how your vehicle is equipped. On some models, you can use Android Auto wireless without plugging in if you have a compatible phone. On other models, your phone must be tethered by a USB cord to use Android Auto.

Can I use my USB cable to charge my phone without using Android Auto?

You can charge your phone and have Android Auto running in the background. Just plug in your phone and hit the HOME button. You can also disable Android Auto in the "Settings" menu to enable the charge-only function using the USB cord.

Can I stop Android Auto screen from automatically launching?

For older vehicle modules, the screen does not automatically launch by default. However, users can adjust their phone settings to enable or disable automatic screen launching.

In newer vehicle modules, the screen will return to its last state by default. However, users can modify their phone settings to enable/disable automatic screen launching.

Why is album art fuzzy or pixelated on-screen while using Android Auto?

The quality of the album art depends on the size of the image that is available with the song. If the image is small, it appears blurry when stretched to fit the album art window in the Now-Playing screen.

How can I delete and repair my phone connection with the infotainment system?

Go to the Settings menu on your vehicle's centre display and select the option to Forget the Phone Connection. On your phone, go to the Bluetooth settings and forget the vehicle connection. Restart both your phone and vehicle and follow the setup steps to repair the connection. You can also go to the Settings menu on your phone and select Android Auto. From there, you will see a list of connected vehicles. From there, you can find your vehicle name and select Forget.

There is an error message on my centre display – what should I do?

When error messages occur, ensure that your phone and vehicle are updated to the latest software versions (for applicable vehicles). You can also delete and repair your phone connection.

How do I use navigation and maps with the centre display?

To use navigation with Android Auto, press the Android Auto app on your centre display. From there, select your preferred navigation. If you’re in Park, you can manually enter the address on your display. If you’re driving, you can use Google Assistant to say the address out loud.

When should I visit a dealership for assistance?

If you have tried all troubleshooting steps and the issue persists, visit a dealership for further assistance. Provide detailed information about the issue and the steps you have already taken to resolve it.

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To find out if your vehicle has this feature, contact your dealer or refer to your vehicle’s equipment list. Please check your Owner’s Manual for more information about features.

Envista

Encore GX

Envision

Enclave

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Envision Avenir

Enclave Avenir

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Encore GX ST

Envision ST

Enclave ST

HOW TO CONNECT TO ANDROID AUTOTM