How to Connect Your Honda to Android Auto

In today's video, Justin Thompson explains how to connect your phone to Android Auto via USB. He also demonstrates how to use Android Auto with voice commands or the touchscreen.

Android Auto connects your phone to your vehicle and displays your compatible apps on the infotainment system in the vehicle. Android Auto makes it possible for drivers to manage basic phone functions hands-free via the touchscreen or voice commands.

Using the voice command button on the steering wheel, you can access Google Assistant and request directions, make calls, and compose and send messages. With a voice command such as, “take me to Olive Garden,” Google Assistant will locate and get directions to the nearest Olive Garden and display turn-by-turn directions through your choice of navigation app.

Making calls and sending messages can all be accessed through voice command and Google Assistant will read messages aloud and use talk-to-text technology to compose and send your message. These features can also be accessed by simply saying, “Hey Google,” followed by a command.

Android Auto can also access and display entertainment related apps such as Audiobook apps like Audible and Google Play books and music apps like Spotify and Pandora.

[Sheltieist]

Is the cable the only way to connect Android Auto? Can it be connected via bluetooth? I have a 2021 Honda Passport and my phone Galaxy S20.

[tompeter]

Do we have to connect the phone using the USB cable always?

[lindawells]

On google maps, how do I get voice directions so I don't have to always look at the screen?

[SoulPhoenix]

When he said "media friendly" cable...is refering to usb 3.0? Because my original cable is now broken and cables that support fast charging are not working.

[budgunter]

Great instructions, Thanks for Sharing. I have a 2017 Honda Civic EX.
Is their a Bluetooth Version from Android Auto yet? Or a way to go wireless using WiFi?

[nancyschaefer]

Needed this for using google maps on a trip to an area I do not know.

[bidergilette]

I just bought a 2024 Honda HRV. I have connected my phone but it will not connect to Android Auto. I do have the app on my phone, but it gives me a Communication Error #21, and says to disconnect my VPN and try again. But I do not have a VPN connected. I’ve tried restarting my phone, but I get the same result. I am able to place and receive calls thru Bluetooth on my car, but it does not show texts. And I am not able to access my navigation or any other phone apps. Any suggestions please??

[CM-brof]

Do I always need to keep the cable conected while using the app, or is it needed just to do the initial conection?

[ChanelBrooke]

Hopefully you can answer my question. But, can you just use it without the USB cord? I have tried without the USB cord and it did not work. My voice connection isn't even working as well...

[novaguy]

I am unable to find the Android Auto icon on my 2019 CRV screen. I have plugged USB into proper port and phone says to use that Android Auto is available. I am unable to find the icon to complete the connection. Any ideas?

[isaacabtan]

Can you use the power bank for Android auto? Or just the USB port

[philmaurip]

Once the process terminated, do you need your cell phone plugged in the car to use the Android in your car ?

[peterturk]

Hi Justin. Great help advice. I hope it will work on my 21 hrv. I think it has a phone marked usb port. Love the accent !! Peter T. Maryland (yes we have that suburb too. You guys pinched it off us ) NSW, Australia.

[parengyuls]

How can i connect android auto to my honda hrv 2017? Pls help..

[camillerodriguez]

great vedio . I have a 2022 CRV do I need to use USB port after initially setting up my android phone.

[nathanielcaton]

Can it use android auto wirelessly or does it have to be via usb?

[mickschnabel]

I'm sure I already know the answer, but will this work on older models, like a 2017 Honda HRV??

[deanneklimes]

I just got the crv-ex 2021, how do I connect wirelessly so I don't have to plug NY phone in?

[larrymcgrady]

Very helpful! I just bought a 2020 Accord. Do I have to activate this feature each time I stop and re start my car? It does not seem to be working right. Thanks.

[cameronbartley]

What is the switch on the top console that says door do.
On a 2015 Honda Accord.