Available on select models, Android Auto™ provides convenient access to your Android™ smartphone’s most useful
features and apps right from your vehicle’s Mazda Connect™ display, helping you stay focused on the road ahead.
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droid Auto™
USER GUIDE
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Android Auto™
CONNECT
Getting started with Android Auto™ is easy — simply connect your compatible Android™ device to your Mazda
vehicle and go!
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
• To use Android Auto, you should use an Android device running Android 10.0 or higher
CONNECTING AN ANDROID DEVICE FOR THE FIRST TIME:
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When an Android device running
Android 10.0 or higher is first
connected to Mazda Connect, the
following screen will appear
When you select Start, the following
screen will appear if your device is
locked. Unlock the device screen to
continue
When the device is unlocked, select
Continue to proceed
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Android Auto™
CONNECT(CONTINUED)
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1. Press the Home button.
2. Tilt the Commander Knob to the right.
3. Select the desired Android device.
4. Mazda Connect will establish a wireless connection with the device and the Android Auto UI will resume
on the Mazda Connect display.
ENABLING AN ANDROID AUTO WIRELESS CONNECTION AFTER
THE INITIAL USB CONNECTION CAN BE DONE FROM THE
BLUETOOTH®/ PHONE CONNECTIVITY SETTINGS MENU:
ESTABLISHING AN ANDROID A
UTO WIRELESS CONNECTION
VIA THE BLUETOOTH®/PHONE CONNECTIVITY SETTINGS
MENU:
1. Press the Home button.
2. Scroll down and select Settings.
3. Scroll down and select Connectivity Settings
4. Select Bluetooth®/Phone Connectivity Settings
5. Scroll down and select the desired Android device.
6. A list of connection methods for the selected Android device will be shown, select Android Auto.
7. Press the Home button to return to the Home screen. The Android Auto icon should be shown on the
right side of the screen.
8. Tilt the Commander Knob to the right, or press and hold the Home button to switch to the Android Auto
user interface.
NOTE: Android Auto wireless compatibility is device dependent. The Android
device must support 5Ghz Wi-Fi and have the necessary Android OS:
• Any phone with Android 11.
• A Google or Samsung phone with Android 10.0
Android Auto Wireless connectivity will be established the next time the vehicle is started. If you'd like to establish a wireless
connection for Android Auto without restarting the vehicle, there are two options available:
Android Auto™
ACCESS
Once a compatible Android™ device is connected to the USB port and connected via Bluetooth®, Android Auto will launch
automatically. There are also two user-friendly ways to access and get started using Android Auto from the Mazda Connect™
home screen.
COMMANDER CONTROL
Once connected, the easiest way to quickly access Android Auto from the Mazda Connect screen is to press and HOLD
the Home button until the Android Auto screen appears.
ANDROID AUTO ICON
Once connected, slide the Commander control to the right when on the Mazda Connect home screen and the Android
Auto icon is present.
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Android Auto™
HOME SCREEN (“APP LAUNCHER”)
Android Auto’s home screen (aka “App Launcher” view) features three distinct sections for information – a sidebar (left), App
Launcher (middle) and an Adaptive Task Bar (right) – displaying the most relevant content in an intuitive layout.
SECTIONS AND ICONS
SIDEBAR
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Home Button Icon
• When the Home button is highlighted, a long press of the Commander control will take you to the Mazda Connect™
menu. Another long press of the Commander control returns to the Android Auto App Launcher view
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App Icon – Displays the app icon for the app that was most recently used. Selecting this icon opens the app
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Notification Bell – Allows you to view your recent notifications for text messages and phone calls
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Google Assistant Microphone – Using the Commander control, select the Google Assistant Microphone to activate
Google Assistant
APP LAUNCHER
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Most Recent Apps – The first four apps (across the top) are the most recent apps; the first app is the most recent
navigation app used; the second and third apps are the most recent media apps used; the fourth app is the phone app
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Google Assistant Icon – Indicates that you can select that app for more information (e.g., select the Calendar app and
Google Assistant will read aloud your scheduled appointments for the day)
ADAPTIVE TASK BAR
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Date and Time – Always displays the current date and time
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Current App Controls – Provides controls for an app functioning in the background (e.g., when Spotify is active, this
area provides media controls such as Pause and Skip. When Google Maps is active, navigation directions are displayed in
this area)
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Android Auto™
COMMANDER CONTROL
All Android Auto functions can be performed using Mazda’s multi-function Commander control, which is designed to make
interacting with Android Auto’s features and functions easy and intuitive.
USING THE COMMANDER CONTROL ON THE HOME SCREEN
SIDEBAR – To access the sidebar, slide the Commander control to the left
APP LAUNCHER – The middle of the Android Auto home screen is the default Commander control focus area
• Rotate the Commander control left or right to move up and down through the list of available app tiles
• With an app highlighted, press the Commander control to select it and view additional information
• Slide the Commander control up, down, left or right to access dierent parts of the home screen (i.e., sidebar, App
Launcher, Adaptive Task Bar)
ADAPTIVE TASK BAR – To access additional apps and features, slide the Commander control to the right
• Rotate the Commander control left or right to highlight the desired content, then press down to launch
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Android Auto™
COMMANDER CONTROL
The shortcut buttons on the Commander control, located right at the driver’s fingertips, give quick access to a variety of
Android Auto™ features.
HOME BUTTON
• Press and HOLD the Home button to toggle between Android Auto and Mazda Connect™ screens (when a
compatible Android device is connected)
• Press the Home button to quickly return to the Android Auto home screen from inside Android Auto apps
ENTERTAINMENT BUTTON
• When listening to music from an app that is compatible with Android Auto, press the Entertainment button
to pull up the Now Playing screen
• When listening to music via Android Auto, the Entertainment button will open the Now Playing screen, even
while using Mazda Connect
MAP BUTTON
• If you’ve recently used Google Maps™ or another third-party navigation app, press the Map button to
quickly access the map screen or current route guidance
• If a route is set using Android Auto, the Map button will open the Android Auto Maps, even while using
Mazda Connect
BACK BUTTON
• When using a certain feature (e.g., Google Maps), press the Back button to highlight the menu icon in the
left sidebar. Then, press the Commander control down to return to the main menu
• If you are in a submenu of a certain feature (e.g., searching for a destination within Google Maps), press the
Back button to return to the previous screen
COMMANDER CONTROL
• Rotate the Commander control to scroll up/down to view all available apps
• Slide the Commander control to the right or left to access the Adaptive Task Bar and the sidebar
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Android Auto™
VOICE COMMANDS
Siri replaces the Mazda Connect™ voice recognition system when a compatible iPhone® is connected to the smartphone-
enabled USB port. Siri can be used to access many of your iPhone’s functions while driving. Use Siri to enter a destination, send
text messages and make calls – all without having to pick up your iPhone.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel to
activate Google Assistant.
Note: Not all third-party apps support voice recognition through
Google Assistant.
COMMANDER CONTROL
Slide the Commander control to the left to access
the sidebar. Rotate the Commander control to
highlight the microphone icon, then press down to
select it and activate Google Assistant.
ACTIVATING GOOGLE ASSISTANT
SAYING COMMANDS
After Google Assistant is activated, the Google Assistant
bar will pop up on your Android Auto screen, and
you will be prompted to say a command. Speak your
command clearly.
For more information on Google Assistant and its functionality,
visit: https://assistant.google.com/platforms/cars/
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Android Auto™
MAPS AND NAVIGATION
INTERACTING WITH MAPS
• Rotate the Commander control to access menu options
• Rotate the Commander control to select and use the toggle (+/-) on the right side of the screen to zoom in and out
ACCESSING THE MAPS SCREEN
• The Google Maps screen automatically launches when an Android device is connected, and Android Auto is activated
• From the App Launcher screen, rotate the Commander control until the desired map/navigation app is selected, then
press the Commander control to launch the app
NAVIGATION MENU/OPTIONS MAP CONTROLS
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With Android Auto™, you can navigate using Google Maps™ or compatible third-party navigation apps such as Waze™.
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Android Auto™
MAPS AND NAVIGATION
Note: Android Auto turn-by-turn route guidance is not available on Mazda’s Active Driving Display.
SEARCHING FOR A DESTINATION
• Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel or the microphone icon in the sidebar to activate Google Assistant, then ask
Google Assistant to find a nearby point of interest (e.g., “Find a nearby gas station”)
• Rotate the Commander control to select from the list of search results
• You can also highlight and select the search bar on the Google Maps screen to view a list of previous destinations
NAVIGATING TO A DESTINATION
• Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel to activate Google Assistant, then say, “Navigate to,” followed by your
destination
• You can also use the Commander control to select the microphone icon in the sidebar and activate Google Assistant
Navigating to a destination using Android Auto™ is similar to using your Android™ smartphone.
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Android Auto™
CALLS AND CONTACTS
Note: When an Android device is connected to the USB port, the “Communication” screen in Mazda Connect™ is disabled. All actions, such as making calls and
reviewing contact information, can be completed via Android Auto.
PHONE APP OPTIONS
From the App Launcher view, select the Phone icon to access the app and select more options to access including
favorites, call history, contacts, keypad and voicemail.
MAKING CALLS VIA PHONE APP
• With the Phone app open, rotate the Commander control to highlight “Favorites” or “Contacts”
• Rotate the Commander control to highlight a contact and press down on the Commander control to place a call
Making calls with Android Auto™ is as simple as using your smartphone.
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Android Auto™
CALLS AND CONTACTS
Note: When an Android device is connected to the USB port, the “Communication” screen in Mazda Connect™ is disabled. All actions, such as making calls and
reviewing contact information, can be completed via Android Auto.
MAKING CALLS VIA VOICE COMMAND
• Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel or select the microphone icon
in the sidebar and use the Commander control to activate Google Assistant™
• Then, say “Call,” followed by a name from your contacts
• If you have multiple numbers stored for a single contact, Google Assistant will
prompt you to choose the appropriate number for dialing
ANSWERING AND ENDING CALLS
• To answer an incoming call, press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel or rotate the Commander control to highlight
and select the Answer icon on screen
• To end a call, press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel or rotate the Commander control to highlight and select the
End icon on screen
Hands-free calling via Google Assistant™ helps keep you connected while maintaining focus on the road.
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Android Auto™
MUSIC AND AUDIO
PLAYING MUSIC
FROM THE ADAPTIVE TASK BAR
• Slide the Commander control to the right to select the “now
playing” music from the Adaptive Task Bar
• Press the Commander control down to open the media app
that is currently in use
FROM APP LAUNCHER (HOME SCREEN) VIEW
• Rotate the Commander control to the recently used app bar
• Then, rotate the Commander control to highlight an app, and
press down to select
• Or, rotate the Commander control to highlight the media app
of your choice and press the Commander control down to open
ONCE AN APP LAUNCHES
• Rotate the Commander control to scroll through your music or
audio choices
• Stop on the desired song, artist, album or playlist and press
down on the Commander control to play
With Android Auto™, you can access audio entertainment through Google Play™ Music or compatible third-party music
and media apps such as Spotify® and Pandora®.
VOLUME KNOB
• While driving, the Volume knob is the
simplest way to skip tracks, adjust the
volume and pause/play an audio track
• While listening to audio, twist the Volume
knob to turn the volume up/down
• Slide the Volume knob to the left or right
to skip tracks
• Press the Volume knob down to pause/
play a track
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Android Auto™
MUSIC AND AUDIO
USING VOICE COMMANDS TO PLAY MUSIC
Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel to activate Google Assistant™, then say, “Play,” followed by your desired music
choice (e.g., song, title, album name, artist name).
NOW PLAYING
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QUEUE
SONG CONTROLS
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MORE CONTROLS
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BACK
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With Android Auto™, all of your favorite music, podcasts, audiobooks and more are just a command away.
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Android Auto™
MESSAGES
READING AND REPLYING TO MESSAGES
• All incoming messages are briefly displayed as banner notifications on the Android Auto screen
• Rotate the Commander control and select Play. Google Assistant will begin reading the message
• If you want to preview the message (in text form), select Preview
NOTIFICATION BELL
• An icon will also be displayed next to the new notification bell on the Adaptive Task Bar
• Slide the Commander control left and select the notification bell to see your available messages
• Use the Commander control to select a message and Google Assistant will begin reading the message
While driving, Google Assistant™ will help you send and read text messages and messages from third-party apps (e.g.,
Skype™) without the need to take your eyes o the road.
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Android Auto™
MESSAGES
SENDING MESSAGES
• Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel to activate Google Assistant, then
say “Text,” followed by the contact’s name (e.g., “Text Jennifer Parker”)
• You can also use the Commander control to send a message via Google
Assistant. On any Android Auto screen, slide the Commander control to the
left and rotate to select the microphone icon in the sidebar, then say “Text,”
followed by a name from your contacts
• Google Assistant will prompt you to dictate and confirm your message
Just like using your Android™ smartphone, keeping in contact is easy with Android Auto™.
For more information, check your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual. Or, visit https://www.android.com/auto/
SAFETY AND LEGAL
Android, Android Auto, Google, Google Play and other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
Android Auto is provided by Google and its use is subject to your agreement to the Android Auto terms of use. When using Android Auto, location, speed, and
other vehicle data is transferred to your smartphone. For further details, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy. Requires compatible Android phones and standard text
and data rates apply.
When using Android Auto, please avoid distraction and use Android Auto responsibly. Stay fully aware of driving conditions and always obey applicable laws.
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1. Press the Home button.
2. Scroll down and select Settings.
3. Scroll down and select Connectivity
Settings.
4. Select Bluetooth®/Phone Connectivity
Settings.
5. Scroll down and select an Android Auto
compatible device.
6. Scroll down and select Touchscreen in
Motion for All Devices.
All devices connected to Android Auto can be controlled via the touchscreen while the vehicle is in motion with the box
checked.
Android Auto™
TOUCHSCREEN OPERATION
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HOW TO ENABLE TOUCHSCREEEN IN MOTION:
By default, Android Auto can be operated via the commander control at all times and via the touchscreen while the vehicle is
stopped. However, you can enable touchscreen operation while the vehicle is in motion in the Mazda Connect Settings.
*Touchscreen in Motion is only available on the 2022 Mazda CX-50