Instructions on how to handle Android Auto disconnection

Android Auto is an application developed by Google and allows users to synchronize their car's screen with their 'mobile phone'. This makes it easier to control while driving. However, this application does not always work smoothly. In particular, the problem of Android Auto being disconnected is a problem many users encounter. To fix it, please read the measures below immediately.

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Quick and easy way to fix Android Auto disconnection

There are many reasons why Android Auto is disconnected or Android Auto cannot be connected. Below are some measures you can apply in this case.

How to connect Android Auto for newbies

If this is your first time using Android Auto, it may be because the connection method is not standard. This leads to a situation where Android Auto is disconnected or the Android Auto connection is unstable. So, please try checking the connection as follows:

First, you need to note that your phone must be updated to Android 6.0 or higher. At the same time, the device must have Android Auto available or installed on the device. In addition, the car's screen must be compatible with this application. When all conditions are met, the connection is very simple:

Step 1: Check the network connection on your phone and make sure the internet is strong and stable. At the same time, you need to park your car in the parking lot to ensure safety.

Step 2: Start the car and turn on your Android phone.

Step 3: Connect your 'mobile phone' to your car via USB cable.

Step 4: Check and accept the safety notices as well as the terms and conditions for using Android Auto.

Step 5: Prompts and questions will appear on the screen, please follow these instructions. If you have never set up Android Auto before, you will need to give the app full permissions.

B6: Select Android Auto in the car and continue to follow the on-screen prompts.

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Android Auto is disconnected, what should you do?

If connected properly but Android Auto is not displayed or working. It could be due to many reasons. Therefore, try applying some of the following measures to fix it!

For Android Auto not working situation

First, try the traditional method of turning off and restarting the Android you are using. Then, reconnect and try to see if this situation has been resolved or not.

Next, users should check Android Auto's connection again. The problem may come from the cable. Or if connecting Android Auto via Bluetooth. You need to check if bluetooth is turned on or not. Besides, you need to check whether the wireless connection is correct for your car or not?

Check if you have granted full permissions to Android Auto on your phone by: Settings > Applications or application management (depending on device) > Select Android Auto > Select Permissions and grant full permissions for the application (if any). Besides, you can also select 'Additional settings in the application' to see if there are any items that you have not installed correctly!

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Check and update the phone software to the latest version (if available). Not updating for too long can also cause problems with your device. The problem of Android being disconnected is also among them.

If you have tried everything on your 'mobile phone' but the problem continues to occur. Maybe the 'culprit' is not the machine but the car. Therefore, you need to make sure that Android Auto is started from the main menu. Because there are some applications that cannot start automatically and this may be the reason.

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For Android Auto not showing issue

You need to check and install the Android Auto application on your phone. Currently, there are a few countries that do not support Android Auto. Therefore, the error of Android Auto not supporting Vietnam also received many people's attention. So, if your device runs Android 9.0 or earlier, install the application on CH Play. If you receive a message that is not available in your country. Users can search for APK files to download and install.

In case the 'mobile phone' has Android 10 operating system or higher. The device will have Android Auto available and you do not have to install it. To search for this application, go to Settings > Applications as instructed above.

After searching for the app, see if you accidentally clicked the 'force stop' button? This can also cause Android Auto not to display. So, you need to start or 'turn on' this application!

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For connection error 16 Android Auto

This is an Android Auto 16 communication error and usually occurs with Xiaomi or Huawei phones. To fix this situation, try going to Settings > Applications > Clone or dual apps (depending on your phone). Then, click on the device at the top right (Settings) > Select Delete cloned app account > Continue selecting Delete and restart and wait for this process to take place.

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Above are the measures when Android Auto is disconnected. Hope you guys do it successfully!

Lesley Montoya

Update 18 March 2024