How to Set Up Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ for Honda

All new Honda vehicles include the latest tech features, and one of the most important for Oxnard drivers is smartphone integration, such as Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. So, let’s learn how to set up Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for Honda vehicles with Ocean Honda of Ventura. For more information, feel free to contact us anytime!

How To Set Up Apple CarPlay® in Honda Models

Do you know how to set up Apple CarPlay® in a Honda? It’s actually quite simple and only takes a few minutes. Let’s learn how to to set up Apple CarPlay® in a Honda car below:

1. You should find a USB port with the logo for Apple CarPlay®, and plug your iPhone into the port.
2. Next, move over to the infotainment screen and head to the settings menu. Navigate to “general”, “CarPlay”, and then a list of available vehicles should appear. Scroll down until you see your vehicle listed.
3. Once you’ve chosen your vehicle from the list, you can now sync your vehicle to your smartphone. To sync you can either hold the Apple CarPlay® button on the steering wheel or hold the Apple CarPlay home button on the infotainment screen. 
4. Once synced, Siri should start up, and you are now ready to use all the features of Apple CarPlay® for a hands free driving experience around Santa Barbara!

How to Use Android Auto™ Wireless in Your Honda

If you’re wondering how to use Android Auto™ without USB or how to use Android Auto™ wireless, let’s learn how to connect your Android phone to your Honda vehicle to take advantage of all the features of Android Auto™:

1. Go to the “settings” section on your infotainment screen.
2. You can either connect your phone to the USB port in your vehicle, or simply download the Android Auto™ app on the Google app store.
3. Unlock your phone
4. Review the app permissions
5. Enable notifications
6. You should now be able to see the Android Auto™ app on your infotainment screen. You’re now ready to use your Android phone hands free on the Ventura roads.

Learn More About Smartphone Integration With Ocean Honda of Ventura!

Now that you know how to set up Apple CarPlay® in your Honda, and how to use Android Auto™ without a USB, do you still have questions that you need answered? If so, you’ll find that the Ocean Honda of Ventura service center is here to help you with your technology setup. Reach out to us today to get assistance, or to explore vehicle options with this exciting tech!