How to Connect to Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™

Morgan Hill drivers love their new Honda vehicles for lots of reasons. One of the benefits of owning a new Honda is that most come with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. If you don’t know how to set up Apple CarPlay® in your Honda, or how to use Android Auto™ wirelessly, don’t worry. Victory Honda of Morgan Hill is here to help! Read on to learn how easy staying connected and informed on San Jose roads is with this world-renowned technology. Contact us at Victory Honda of Morgan Hill if you have any questions.

How To Use Android Auto Wireless

How do you use Android Auto™ Wireless? You’ll still need a USB cord to set it up initially. First, confirm that your Honda is compatible with Android Auto™ and that Android Auto™ is turned on in your Honda infotainment settings, then follow these steps:

1. Connect your Android phone to your car radio with a USB cable.
2. Follow the prompts on the screen to complete the setup procedure.
3. Once you’re done, disconnect the USB cable.

The next time you get in your Honda to drive around Sunnyvale, Android Auto™ Wireless will automatically connect your phone to your car stereo.

How to Set up Apple CarPlay® in a Honda

AppleCarPlay® Honda integrates with your iPhone and displays your favorite apps on your infotainment display so you can keep your eyes on the road as you drive around Watsonville. To use AppleCarPlay®, you must have an iPhone 5 and IOS 7.1, or a newer version. It’s simple to connect your new car, truck, or SUV to Apple CarPlay® Honda when you follow the steps below:

How to Set Up Apple CarPlay® With a Cable

1. Confirm that your Honda model offers Apple CarPlay®
2. Start your Honda and make sure Siri is enabled.
3. Connect your iPhone to your Honda using an Apple USB cable. Sometimes an after-market cable causes connection problems.

How to Set Up Apple CarPlay® Honda Wirelessly

All 2021 Honda models offer wireless Apple CarPlay®, so you no longer need a USB cord. Once Apple CarPlay® is set up, it will automatically connect to your car. This is how to set up Apple CarPlay® Honda with wireless technology:

1. Go to “Settings” on your iPhone.
2. In “settings,” navigate to “General.”
3. Choose “CarPlay” from the menu.
4. If your Bluetooth® is switched off, you’ll need to turn it back on to enable wireless CarPlay.
5. Once your in-car stereo wireless CarPlay is selected and turned on, press and hold the voice button on your Honda steering wheel. You can also select the option in your stereo’s menu on the display. This will start the wireless pairing process between your stereo system and iPhone.

Learn More About Honda Technology at Victory Honda of Morgan Hill

Now you know how to set up Apple CarPlay® Honda and how to use Android Auto™ without a USB cord. If you need help, contact our service team. Remember, if you drive a pre-owned Honda without these features, the Victory Honda of Morgan Hill team can help you find a new Honda that does. Let’s go for a test drive so you can experience Honda technology for yourself. Contact us today!