ACURA 2023 MDX Android Auto Integration System Owner’s Manual

2023 MDX Android Auto Integration System
Owner’s Manual

Android Auto™
When you connect an Android phone to the audio system via the USB port or wirelessly, Android Auto is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto, you can use the vehicle’s audio/information screen to access the Phone, Maps, Music, and messaging features of other supported apps in your Android phone.
USB Ports P. 245
Android Auto Setup P. 321

Android Auto™
Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.
We recommend that you update Android OS to the latest version when using Android Auto.

For Wireless Android Auto

• A Google-branded or Samsung-branded phone with Android 10.0, or;
• A smartphone with Android 11.0+ and with 5 GHz WiFi. Can be any smartphone brand.
  If your phone does not have Android Auto, download it from the app store.
  Park in a safe place before connecting your Android phone to Android Auto and when launching any compatible apps.
  When your Android phone is connected to Android Auto, it is not possible to use Bluetooth ® Audio. However, other previously paired phones can stream audio via  Bluetooth ® while Android Auto is connected.

Phone Setup P. 389
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto cannot run at the same time.

Android Auto Features

Maps
Display Google Maps and use the navigation function just as you would with your Android phone. When the vehicle is in motion, it is not possible to make keyboard entries.  Stop the vehicle in a safe location to undertake a search or provide other inputs.
Models with navigation system
Only one navigation system (pre-installed navigation or Android Auto) can give directions at a time. When you are using one system, directions to any prior destination set on  the other system will be canceled, and the system you are currently using will direct you to your destination. The audio/information screen shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination.
• Play Music
Play Google Play Music and music apps that are compatible with Android Auto.
• Phone
Make and receive phone calls as well as listen to voicemail.
• Exit
Select the Exit icon to go back to the home screen.
Android Auto™
For details on countries and regions where Android Auto is available, as well as information pertaining to function, refer to the Android Auto homepage.
Screens may differ depending on the version of the Android Auto app you are using.
Android Auto Operating Requirements & Limitations
Android Auto requires a compatible Android phone with an active cellular connection and data plan.
Your carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, and other technology integral to providing Android Auto functionality, as well as new or revised governmental regulations,  may result in a decrease or cessation of Android Auto functionality and services. Acura cannot and does not provide any warranty or guarantee of future Android Auto  performance or functionality.
It is possible to use 3rd party apps if they are compatible with Android Auto. Refer to the Android Auto homepage for information on compatible apps.

• Operate Android Auto with your voice.
• You can check Android notifications.
• (Android Auto Home)
  Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that
  appear just when they’re needed.

■ Android Auto Setup
When you connect an Android phone to the unit via the USB port or wirelessly, Android Auto is automatically initiated. Before setting up a connection, ensure that the Android  Auto app is closed on the phone.

■ Connecting Android Auto using the USB cable to the USB port
To enable Android Auto after connecting an Android phone to the system, select
Enable Android Auto on the screen.
You may change the consent settings under the Connections settings menu.
■ Set up Android Auto wirelessly by Bluetooth ® pairing

1. Pair and connect the Android phone to the vehicle’s Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® Phone Setup P. 389
2. A privacy policy statement will appear. Select Change to Android Auto.
3. Your phone will display various screens that request the permissions needed for
   Android Auto. Accept the requests to complete setup. Only initialize Android Auto when you are safely parked. When Android Auto first detects your phone, you will need to set up your phone so that auto pairing is possible. Refer to the instruction manual that came with your phone.
   You can use the method below to change Android Auto settings after you have completed the initial setup:
   Press the (home) button Select Settings Connections Android Auto Select device

Use of user and vehicle information
The use and handling of user and vehicle information transmitted to/from your phone by Android Auto is governed by Google’s Privacy Policy.
Set up Android Auto wirelessly on the home screen

1. Select Android Auto on the home screen, then select Connect Phone.
2. Select + Connect New Device.
3. Start Bluetooth ® pairing.
4. A privacy policy statement will appear. Select Enable Android Auto.
5. Your phone will display various screens that request your permissions needed for Android Auto. Accept the requests to complete setup.

Operating Android Auto with Voice Recognition

Press and hold the (Talk) button to operate Android Auto with your voice.

(Talk) Button:
Press and hold to operate Android Auto with your voice.
Press and release to activate the standard voice recognition system.
Below are examples of commands you can give with voice recognition:

• Reply to text.
• Call my wife.
• Navigate to Acura.
• Play my music.
• Send a text message to my wife.
• Call the flower shop.
  For more information, please refer to the Android Auto homepage.
  You can also activate the voice recognition function by selecting the icon in the lower-left corner of the screen.

Android/Apps

If an error occurs while using the audio system or apps, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

select OK on the screen to close the app.
*** isn’t responding. Do you want to close it? 1| The app is not responding. Select Wait if you can wait for a response from app a little longer. If it does not respond even if you keep waiting, select OK to close the app and start it up. If the error message continues, perform  factory Data Reset. 2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 379

*1:****part is variable characters and will change depending upon where an error occurs.

Apple CarPlay/Android Auto

If an error occurs while using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.

device. Check if your device is compatible with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, or the latest version of the app is installed on your device.
Maximum Number of Apple CarPlay Devices Exceeded
Maximum Number of Android Auto Devices Exceeded| Appears when the number of stored Apple CarPlay devices or Android Auto devices exceeds the limitation. Select Replace and Continue and delete a registered device to connect a new device for the Apple airplay connection or Android Auto connection.
Phone Call Active| Appears when the Android Auto device becomes connected to USB during an active Bluetooth ® hands-free phone call.
(connected device name) Disconnected| Appears when the paired device is disconnected from the HFL function. Reconnect the device and try again.
Maximum Number of Bluetooth Devices Exceeded| Appears when the number of stored Bluetooth ® devices exceeds the limitation. Select Replace and Continue and delete a registered device to connect a new device for the Bluetooth ® connection.
Bluetooth Connection Error| Appears when Bluetooth ® connection is failed. Check the Bluetooth
® connection of this audio system and your connected device.
Error Message| Solution
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Android Auto – SSL Authentication Failure Set the vehicle date and time to match the device.| Set the vehicle date to match the device.
Wireless connection problem in Android Auto – Android Auto Connection Unstable| Temporarily connect the device to the USB data port or try and bring the device to the front of the vehicle.
Wireless connection problem in Android Auto – Temporarily connect the device to the USB data port.| Failing to connect or disconnects randomly. Temporarily connect the device to the USB data port.
Android Auto – Bluetooth Connection Error| Reconnect the Android Auto device and try again.
Unable to start Android Auto from the connected device.| There could be many possible reasons for this error but updating the Android Auto app on the phone and google play services could solve the problem.  Other solutions include deleting saved phone information from the vehicle and deleting vehicle information from the phone’s Bluetooth ® list and setting up a new connection.

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