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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.

209 comments

  1. Hi i have a CHR 2019 can I get a systems update to get Apple car play ?? Really I need Apple car play .

    Reply

    1. Hi Muhammad, thanks for your query.

      Currently, Apple CarPlay retrofit is only available for certain models of the Toyota Corolla and Toyota RAV4.

      Please let us know if you have any further questions.

      Thanks.

      Reply

  2. I have a toyota aygo x-cite 2016 and plugging the usb in and nothing happens only charging. I was hoping to get my apps from my phone. Is this doable?

    Reply

    1. Hi Lisa, thanks for getting in touch.

      Please provide a vehicle registration so that we can look into this for you.

      Thanks.

      Reply

    1. Hi Andrew, thanks for getting in touch.

      This vehicle will require a wired connection for Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

      Hope this helps!

      Thanks.

      Reply

    1. Hi Andy, thanks for getting in touch.

      Please provide a vehicle registration so that we can look into this for you.

      Thanks.

      Reply

  5. Hi I did connect the phone to the screen for the Sat nav by a USB cable last week but it suddenly failed to connect this week, audio or phone call is working but only can’t do the mirror screen for Google map. I tried using another USB cable, Android auto, restarting the phone, unpaired Bluetooth. What can I do now?

    Reply

    1. Hi Lisa, thanks for your question.

      Please provide a vehicle registration so that we can look into this for you.

      Thanks.

      Reply

  8. Hi, I just got a 2015 Toyota Aygo x-pression. I’d like to know if I could use Android Auto on the car. I cannot seem to figure out how to do this.

    Thanks.

    Reply

    1. Hi Ademola, thanks for getting in touch.

      Please provide a vehicle registration so that we can look into this for you.

      Thanks.

      Reply

  9. Hi , I have a toyota yaris hybrid 22 plate.
    I have just bought a new iphone 15 but cannot get it to connect to my toyota at all, it wont connect by lead or cahrge. What am I doing wrong, my previous phone connected.

    Reply

  10. Does the UK version of TOYOTA PRIUS Excel 2020 support Apple CarPlay? What is the way to make it work.
    It seems to be available on 2020 models in US and Australia.

    Reply

      2. Hi Vipul,
        Your Prius does not come with Apple CarPlay.
        Please let us know if there is anything else that we can assist you with.
        Thanks.

      3. Please let me know if you would be looking into the lack of CarPlay. I have posted my vehicle registration. It is a 2020 Toyota Prius Excel Version.

        The following is the various links and YouTube video that refer to Toyota Prius around other parts of the world having Apple CarPlay:
        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Tf1rLHnA60
        Time Car play is mentioned: 3:30
        Toyota USA

        https://www.wheelsjoint.com/apple-carplay-on-toyota-prius-how-to-connect/#:~:text=A%20software%20glitch%20is%20responsible%20for%20the%20CarPlay,year%20Toyota%20Prius%20vehicles%20are%20compatible%20with%20CarPlay.
        Apple CarPlay on Toyota Prius, how to connect (wheelsjoint.com)

        https://www.apple.com/uk/ios/carplay/available-models/
        iOS – CarPlay – Available Models – Apple (UK)

        https://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/cars-with-apple-carplay/

        Youtube
        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWvr-jbN9NM
        Time Car play is mentioned: 1:45

        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75ihh8C8slI
        Time Car play is mentioned: 6:14
        Time Car play is mentioned: 12:30

        https://www.700r4transmissionhq.com/toyota-prius-carplay-not-working-causes-how-to-fix/
        Toyota Prius CarPlay Not Working: Causes + How to Fix | Drivetrain Resource (700r4transmissionhq.com)

        https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNLL-bKaqb8

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