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How to Set Up Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™

Apple CarPlay in a 2021 Honda Accord


Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ are a part of most infotainment systems in new vehicles. Keeping people connected to their friends and family as they drive around Santa Cruz and Aptos. Our team at Ocean Honda Santa Cruz has put together this guide to help you set up your Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ so that you can stay connected with ease.

How to Use Android Auto™ Wireless

If you are curious how to use Android Auto™ without USB, then you are one of many. Here are the directions on how to connect your android to your vehicle. If you’re sure that your car is compatible with Android Auto™, then you’ll need to have your bluetooth enabled in order to connect. Then you can:

  1. Plug your USB cable into your vehicle’s USB port and plug the other end of the cable into your Android. 
  2. Your phone may be asking you to download the Android Auto™ app or update to the newest version of the app.
  3. Then, you can just follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
  4. It may take a few moments to start, and you may need to tap the android auto app on your car’s display in order to connect.

How to Use Android Auto™ Wireless:

  1. Connect your phone to your car radio with the USB cable.
  2. Follow directions that pop up on screen to complete the initial setup procedure.
  3. Then, disconnect the USB cable.
  4. The next time you get in your car, Android Auto™ Wireless will automatically connect your phone to your car’s infotainment system.

The Android Auto™ app allows you to use your phone safely while you’re driving to keep you connected to friends, family, and your entertainment. 

How to Set Up Apple CarPlay® Honda

If you are looking for how to set up Apple CarPlay® there are quite a few similarities to Android Auto™. 

  1. Go to the settings on your iOS device.
  2. Go to ‘General’ in your settings.
  3. Choose ‘CarPlay’
  4. Make sure your Bluetooth® is on in order to connect to CarPlay. 
  5. With your infotainment screen on, and wireless CarPlay active/enabled, press and hold the voice button on your steering wheel or choose the option in your stereo’s menu to begin the wireless pairing process between your device and your infotainment system.

Contact us at Ocean Honda Santa Cruz If You Need Any Help! 

Our team at Ocean Honda Santa Cruz is happy to help you with any questions you have about setting up your Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™. Our team of experts is happy to help you with any of your service needs in order to get your infotainment system set up properly. Contact us at Ocean Honda Santa Cruz outside of Watsonville for any help!

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