How to connect Android Auto wirelessly?
Android Auto serves as a seamless interface for connected cars, extending the functionality of our smartphone operating systems to enhance driving safety. With wireless Android Auto, you can easily connect your phone to a larger screen in your car, providing directions, playing music from your Spotify playlist, or sending text messages without having to reach for your phone.
To connect Android Auto wirelessly, just follow these simple steps:
- Turn on your car and activate Bluetooth on both your phone and the car.
- Connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth.
- Open the Android Auto app on your phone, select the wireless connection option, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
Once the initial setup is complete, your phone will automatically connect to Android Auto whenever it is within range.
Why isn't my wireless Android Auto working in the car?
Unfortunately, no wireless system is completely stable. When wireless Android Auto isn't working or keeps failing, it can be very frustrating. Several factors can affect your wireless Android Auto connection (such as phone and car compatibility). If your wireless Android Auto isn't working, you can try the following common troubleshooting methods to fix it.
1. Make sure you have compatible devices
a) Make sure you are connecting a car or aftermarket receiver that is compatible with wireless Android Auto.
If you're unsure, contact your local car dealer.
b) Make sure your country supports wireless Android Auto.
Google Assistant for Android Auto is available in the following countries:
- Australia
- Belgium
- Canada (English)
- Denmark
- France
- Germany
- India (English)
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- South Korea
- Sweden
- Thailand
- Türkiye
- United Kingdom
- USA
c) Make sure your phone has the Android Auto app.
i. Those with versions prior to Android 9 need to download the Android Auto app from Google Play. Starting with Android 10, Android Auto is integrated into phones.
ii. Make sure your phone has 5 GHz Wi-Fi.
2. Keep Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Location Services turned on
Wireless Android Auto requires pairing your phone with your car via Bluetooth and then transferring data via Wi-Fi. Make sure your car's infotainment system and your phone are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. Check for interference
Wireless signals can be affected by interference. Make sure there are no other devices nearby causing interference.
4. Check the application permissions
Check if the Android Auto app on your phone has the necessary permissions, including location access.
5. Restart your phone
For most phones, press and hold the power button for 30 seconds or tap "Restart" on the screen to restart.
6. Restart or reset the infotainment system
Some cars may reset the system with each turn of the key. Check your car's manual to see if there's a way to reset the system.
7. Update the phone's operating system
The latest operating system improves upon any issues the previous version may have had. To ensure everything works properly, make sure your phone's operating system is updated to the latest version.
8. Update Android Auto
Outdated versions of Android Auto may cause problems on some devices. Update Android Auto to the latest version from the Google Play Store.
9. Clear the storage/cache
Clear the cache/storage of the Android Auto app, the Google app, Google Play services, and the Google Play Store.
10. Check your connected car
Go to Settings > Advanced features > Android Auto > Connected car. Check here that your car is not on the rejection list.
11. Uninstall and reinstall Android Auto
Even if your Android Auto is the latest version, the app might be corrupted. Uninstalling and reinstalling Android Auto could fix it.
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