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 to the all-new Toyota Yaris
- How to connect your phone to the Toyota C-HR
- How to connect your phone to the Toyota Corolla
- How to connect your phone to the Toyota RAV4
- How to connect your phone to the Toyota Aygo
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.
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.
Hi Steven, thanks for getting in touch.
We will need your registration number to check this.
Thanks,
Toyota UK
RF73***
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,