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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 Dan, thanks for getting in touch.

      Android Auto was introduced from the MY19.5 Aygo, yours is the MY18 so not equipped.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  2. Hi, I have a Aygo X-press 2018. I don’t think I have Android Auto, but could I have it installed?

    Many thanks,

    Dee

    Reply

      1. How do I change the name of my device? I stupidly thought it was asking for a name so said my husbands. Now every time I get in my car it says Troy connected! Help

      2. Hi Helen, thanks for getting in touch.

        The exact instructions will depend on the vehicle, but there should be a bluetooth device option in the general settings menu where you can see which devices have permission to connect to the vehicle and what they are named as.

        Thanks,

        Toyota UK

      2. Hi Tim,
        Thanks for your reply.
        Our system shows that this Aygo comes with 4 speaker AM/FM radio with CD player – there is no mention of Bluetooth.
        We hope this helps.
        Thanks.

  4. Hi,

    I’ve just bought a 2012 Toyota Yaris. It has Bluetooth and satnav but I can’t seem to turn the Bluetooth on and connect to my phone?

    Reply

    1. Hi Sara, thanks for getting in touch.

      We believe you have messaged us via social media regarding this also. We’ll reply on there as it is much easier to get the detail we need.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  5. Hi, I just bought a 2019 C-HR Design, registration BV69***. I dealer told me it came with Android Auto, but I’ve tried several times now and there does not seem to be any option and no prompts display when I connect a cable.

    Reply

      1. I have recieved my brand new car delivery today reg Nu64 txd… however don’t seem to be able to access android auto???

      2. Hi Katherine,
        This registration does seem to work on our systems?
        If this was purchased through an authorised Toyota Centre, we would suggest asking for them to look at this for you.
        Kind regards

  6. Hello! My GF has a Toyota Aygo 67 plate – reg DU67 FDZ – and were planning on going traveling but the maps are a MESS. It’s not been updates since 2016 when I assume it was installed.

    I have tried to get some apps in order to support MirrorLink as is suggested in the handbook but nothing really takes. Could you suggest a way we could get a maps update?/some apps that are approved for MirrorLink?

    Reply

    1. Hi Calum
      We would advise visiting your local Toyota Centre for them to assist you with this.
      Kind regards

      Reply

      2. Hi Lucas, Thanks for the reply.

        Do you have the registration of the vehicle please?

        Thanks,

        Toyota UK

    1. Hi Gregory, thanks for getting in touch.

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

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  9. Hello, I just bought a Toyota Chr from 2017, is it possible to access Android Auto or Apple Car Play via USB? If it is not possible, is there a way to view Google maps on the car screen?

    Thanks

    Reply

    1. Hi Juan,thanks for getting in touch.

      We hope you are enjoying the C-HR. Unfortunately the 2017 model is not eligible for CarPlay or Android Auto, also we are not aware of a way to get Google maps to display on the car screen.
      You may wish to visit your local Toyota Centre to see if they can assist with other solutions for navigation.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

  10. Does the 2022 Toyota Yaris icon support wireless apple car play or can it only be connected through a USB cable?

    Reply

    1. Hi Sarah, thanks for getting in touch.

      The Apple CarPlay on your vehicle requires a wired connection.

      Thanks,

      Toyota UK

      Reply

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