Honda CR-V: Audio System Basic Operation / Android Auto™

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Features / Audio System Basic Operation / Android Auto™

When you connect an Android phone to the Display Audio system via the 1.5A USB port, Android Auto™ is automatically initiated. When connected via Android Auto™, you can use the audio/information screen to access the Phone, Google Maps (Navigation), Google Play Music, and Google Now functions. When you first use Android Auto™, a tutorial will appear on the screen.

We recommend that you complete this tutorial while safely parked before using Android Auto™.

To use Android Auto™ , you need to download the Android Auto™ app from Google Play to your smartphone.

Only Android 5.0 (Lollipop) or later versions are compatible with Android Auto™ .

Bluetooth A2DP cannot be used with Android Auto™ phone.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android phone to Android Auto™ and when launching any compatible apps.

To use Android Auto™, connect the USB cable to the 1.5A USB port. The USB port on the back of the center console compartment will not enable Android Auto™ operation.

When your Android phone is connected to Android Auto™, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth® Audio. However, other previously paired phones can stream audio via Bluetooth® while Android Auto™ is connected.

Operating Apple CarPlay™ with Siri®

Press and hold the (Talk) button to activate Siri®. Below are examples of questions and commands for Siri®. What movies are playing today? Call dad at work...

Android Auto™ Menu

Maps (Navigation)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...

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Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Safety Checklist

For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. Locking the doors and the tailgate helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door or the tailgate...

Honda CR-V 2017-2025 Owner's Manual: Playing Bluetooth® Audio

Your audio system allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth-compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle’s Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system. Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are compatible with the system...