How to connect Android Auto to Honda Accord?
Connecting Android Auto to a Honda Accord is typically done via a USB cable for most trims, and wireless Android Auto is available on certain model years and configurations. This guide covers wired setup, wireless options where supported, and common troubleshooting steps.
What you need to know
Most Honda Accords built since 2018 support wired Android Auto through the vehicle’s infotainment system. Wireless Android Auto is available only on select trims and model years with compatible hardware. Always check your specific car’s owner’s manual or Honda’s official support page for exact compatibility, and keep your phone and infotainment software up to date.
Wired Android Auto: Step-by-Step
Prepare your phone and car, then use a high-quality data USB cable and the car’s USB port intended for connecting phones.
- Verify vehicle compatibility and infotainment software: Most 2018–present Accord models support Android Auto, but confirm for your exact trim and year.
- Use a good data USB cable: Prefer the original cable or a certified data cable; charging-only cables may not work.
- Connect the phone to the car’s USB port: Plug the cable into a data USB port (the one used for smartphone connections) in the center console or dashboard.
- Enable Android Auto on the phone: If prompted, grant the required permissions (location, contacts, messages) and allow this car to access Android Auto.
- Accept prompts on the car’s display: The Honda screen should show an Android Auto prompt; approve to start the service.
- Use Android Auto on the car screen: The interface for Maps, Messages, Music, and other apps will appear and be controllable via touchscreen or voice.
- Update if needed: If Android Auto or your car’s firmware asks for updates, install them to improve stability and compatibility.
With wired Android Auto established, you can access compatible apps through the Honda’s display, use Google Assistant, and control playback via steering-wheel controls.
Wireless Android Auto: Availability and Setup
Wireless Android Auto is supported only on certain Accord trims and model years with compatible infotainment hardware. If your car supports it, you can connect without a cable, but you must meet phone requirements and enable Wireless Android Auto in the settings.
- Check compatibility for wireless Android Auto: Look up your exact model year and trim in the owner’s manual or Honda’s support site to confirm wireless support.
- Prepare the phone: Ensure Bluetooth and Wi‑Fi are enabled, and that Android Auto is updated to the latest version.
- Enable Wireless Android Auto on the phone: In Android Auto settings, turn on Wireless Android Auto if the option is available.
- Set up on the car: In the Honda infotainment system, enable Wireless Android Auto or follow the on-screen pairing prompts to connect your phone.
- Complete pairing and connection: Accept any prompts on both the phone and the car screen to complete the wireless connection. Your apps and Google Assistant will then be accessible on the display.
If your Accord does not support wireless Android Auto, you will need to use a wired connection as described above.
Troubleshooting tips
When Android Auto isn’t launching or behaves oddly, try these steps before seeking dealer help.
- Use a high-quality cable and try a different USB port in the car if available.
- On your phone, update the Android Auto app and Google Play Services; restart the phone if needed.
- Restart both devices: disconnect, reconnect, and re-select Android Auto on the car screen.
- Make sure the car’s infotainment system firmware is up to date; check for updates through the vehicle’s settings or your dealer.
- Verify app permissions on the phone (Location, Contacts, Messages, Microphone, etc.) for Android Auto.
- Disable battery optimization for the Android Auto app in your phone’s settings to prevent it from being killed in the background.
Persistent issues may require a dealer visit to reset the infotainment system or to verify compatibility with your specific vehicle and phone.
Summary
Connecting Android Auto to a Honda Accord is straightforward via a wired USB connection on most models, and wireless Android Auto is available on select trims and years with compatible hardware. Always verify compatibility for wireless options, and keep both your phone software and the car’s infotainment firmware up to date. If problems occur, check cables, ports, permissions, and software versions, and consult a dealer if needed.
Overall, Android Auto brings familiar navigation, messaging, and media apps from your phone into the Accord’s display, offering hands-free control and a safer, more convenient driving experience.
Why is my Honda not connecting to Android Auto?
If Android Auto stops working in your 2020 CR-V, first check the USB cable for damage or try a different port. Ensure your phone's Android Auto app is updated. Restart both the vehicle's infotainment system and your phone. Clear the infotainment system cache if possible.
How to enable wireless Android Auto Honda?
Step-by-Step: How to Connect Wireless Android Auto
- Tap “Android Auto” on Your Honda's Home Screen.
- Open Settings on Your Android Phone.
- Go to Connections > Bluetooth.
- Select Your Honda from the List.
- Confirm the Pairing Code.
- Enable Android Auto & Allow Access.
How do I activate Android Auto on my car?
Connect your phone
Plug a USB cable into your vehicle's USB port; and then plug the other end of the cable into your phone. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Android Auto. (Your phone might ask you to update Android Auto before you continue.)
How to connect Android Auto in Honda Accord?
How To Connect Android Auto™: Wireless & Wired
- With your vehicle on and in park, press the home button.
- Choose “Smartphone Connection” and select “Connect New Device.”
- Choose “Yes” on the vehicle infotainment center.
- Your phone may provide a tutorial on how to use Android Auto™.
