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How to connect your phone to your Toyota

By Andrew Biddle

The multimedia system in your Toyota includes Bluetooth so you can connect your phone to safely make hands-free calls, and to stream music or podcasts. Additionally, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – which are now available in many Toyota vehicles – put the best features of your smartphone directly on your Toyota’s touchscreen display.

Please check with your local dealer to ensure this functionality is available in your chosen Toyota model.

The short films below show you how to connect your phone to your Toyota by pairing it via Bluetooth. Continuing reading for an overview of the process, or click the link to see it in your specific Toyota.

How to connect your phone using Bluetooth

The straightforward process begins by turning on Bluetooth on your smartphone and putting it in pairing mode.

In the car, press the ‘Phone’ button on the steering wheel or ‘Register phone’ on the touchscreen. In some models, you may have to select the ‘Phone’ option from the touchscreen menu too. If you are prompted to register a Bluetooth device, select ‘Yes’ or ‘Add’ on the touchscreen display. Allow up to 30 seconds for a list of available Bluetooth devices to appear on the screen.

Choose your phone from the list by selecting it on the touchscreen. Accept the pairing prompt on your phone if required – just check that the numbers displayed on both screens match. On some models, you may have to select ‘OK’ on the touchscreen once the connection is complete.

That’s it – your phone is registered and connected to your Toyota. Now you can wirelessly stream music and podcasts and safely make hands-free calls.

Using Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto enable you to use your Toyota’s touchscreen display to access features directly on your phone. This uses a wired connection using your normal charging cable.

Begin by inserting your normal charging cable into your phone and your Toyota’s USB socket. Your Toyota’s touchscreen display will prompt you to enable Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Press the appropriate button on the touchscreen to confirm the connection. Next, your Toyota’s display will show compatible app icons. Simply press the app icon on the screen to access it.

All-new Toyota Yaris

Learn how to connect your phone using Bluetooth and how to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your all-new Toyota Yaris.

If you have any questions, please get in touch via our social media channels on Twitter and Facebook or contact your local Toyota dealer.

Toyota C-HR

Learn how to connect your phone using Bluetooth and how to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your Toyota C-HR.

If you have any questions, please get in touch via our social media channels on Twitter and Facebook or contact your local Toyota dealer.

Toyota Corolla

Watch our short film to learn how to connect your phone using Bluetooth and how to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your Toyota Corolla.

If you have any questions, please get in touch via our social media channels on Twitter and Facebook or contact your local Toyota dealer.

Toyota RAV4

Watch our short film to learn how to connect your phone using Bluetooth and how to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your Toyota RAV4.

If you have any questions, please get in touch via our social media channels on Twitter and Facebook or contact your local Toyota dealer.

Toyota Aygo

Watch our short film to learn how to connect your phone using Bluetooth and how to use Apple CarPlay or Android Auto in your Toyota Aygo.

If you have any questions, please get in touch via our social media channels on Twitter and Facebook or contact your local Toyota dealer.

207 comments

  1. Hi, I have a 73 plate yaris and have connected via Bluetooth. Spotify works fine.
    However, I connected the phone via a cable and Android auto does not appear on the yaris screen.
    Note the phone works ok with a Mazda.
    Do I need to take the car to a dealer for a software upgrade.

    Reply

    1. Hi Steven, thanks for getting in touch.

      We will need your registration number to check this.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

      2. Hi Steven, thanks for confirming.

        Your vehicle is definitely equipped with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a wired connection is needed for the latter.
        If you go into vehicle settings on the multimedia screen, just make sure everything is enabled there.

        Thanks,

  2. hi I have a toyota agyo 2018 and can’t get android multi media playing. I’ve connected through Bluetooth but unsure if my car doesn’t support the multi media streaming

    Reply

    1. Hi Brook, thanks for your comment.

      We will need your full registration number to confirm this.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

    1. Hi Michael, thanks for getting in touch.

      It looks like your Avensis does have Bluetooth compatibility for calls, your local Toyota Centre is best placed to take a closer look.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  4. Hello I have the new Yaris 2024 icon and I’m disappointed that it doesn’t have sat nav on the touchscreen display. i have linked my phone through Bluetooth but when i use the cable it doesn’t link to android play

    Reply

    1. Hi Fiona, thanks for getting in touch.

      The grade you chose is not equipped with navigation or Android Auto, this is available on the Excel grade and above. The Icon is the base grade model with more basic functionalities.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  5. Hi I have Toyota prius 2015 and i want to attached or mount ipad/ android tablet to my car to browse webpages. how would i do that? do I need to find ascreen and mount it or there are other options. Thank you.

    Reply

    1. Hello Sam,
      Thanks for your question.
      You would need some form of accessory to mount this device in your vehicle.
      We hope this helps.
      Thank you.

      Reply

  6. I am having same problem the iPhone doesn’t connect to the miracast my CHR reg is MK21 ***.

    Can you please tell me what the issue is or if I need a upgrade the software.

    Reply

    1. Hi Muhammad, thanks for getting in touch.

      Your Toyota C-HR is equipped with Apple CarPlay, you will need a wired USB connection in order for this to operate. If you are still having difficulties, your local Toyota Centre is best placed to assist further.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  7. I have a 68 plate Aygo and I can connect by usb and Bluetooth but there is an option to use a connect app. Does this still exist? I have found MyT and a Toyota connect in App Store but they don’t seem to work.

    Reply

    1. Hi Sophie, thanks for getting in touch.

      We will need the full registration to confirm functionality of your Aygo.

      Thanks,

      Reply

  8. Hi there. I have a Toyota Aygo 2019.
    The “ connection” button on the screen prompts me to download an app. But the app that is in the handbook doesn’t seem to work!
    Right now all it says is to open the app on the phone.
    I want to be able to go further with this but I am stuck, I have watched multiple YouTube videos but can’t do it!

    Reply

    1. Hi Lily, thanks for getting in touch.

      Please could you confirm your full registration number so we can check on this for you.

      Thanks,

      Reply

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