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App-Connect

Volkswagen App-Connect can make your Volkswagen more like a personal assistant. To start App-Connect, pair your 

compatible smartphone to your VW’s Bluetooth and watch as your select apps appear on the touchscreen display 

of your Volkswagen, without even having to take it out of your pocket or purse! Need a couple extra bars on your 

phone’s battery? Plug your phone into your VW’s USB port, and enjoy many of the same benefits, while getting a 

charge—beyond just your driving experience.

Wireless App-Connect with Apple  

CarPlay Integration 

To connect:

1. 

Pair your compatible phone to the Infotainment system with 

Bluetooth.

2. 

A prompt will display on the Infotainment touchscreen asking 

if you want to use Bluetooth or Apple CarPlay.

3. 

Select Apple CarPlay. If this is the first time, accept the 

confirmation on your iPhone

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.

OR

1. 

Simply unlock your iPhone and plug it into the USB port using a certified lightning cable. After choosing to use 

Apple CarPlay, your iPhone will ask if you’d like to use Apple CarPlay wirelessly for future connections.

Note: Please confirm all prompts from App-Connect on the mobile device for successful Apple CarPlay connection. 

 Apple CarPlay

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Apple CarPlay is a smart way to use your iPhone while you are 

in your Volkswagen. With an updated user interface that helps 

you control tunes, directions and Siri

®

 suggestions, a calendar 

app that lets you view and manage your day, and maps that 

can reveal more of what’s around you, getting there just got a 

whole lot easier—and a lot more fun.*

1. 

Ensure you are running the latest iOS on your device.

2. 

Unlock your iPhone and plug it into the USB port using a 

certified lightning cable.

3. 

A message will appear on the Infotainment touchscreen 

stating that a new device has been detected and will ask  

“Do you want to connect with Apple CarPlay?” Select Connect.

OR

1. 

Pair your iPhone to your Infotainment system’s Bluetooth connection. When the “Select a connection technology” 

pop-up appears, select Apple CarPlay.

2. 

Select Allow on your iPhone to enable Apple CarPlay to access your iPhone while your phone is locked.

*Always pay careful attention to the road, and do not drive while distracted. Not all features are available on all operating systems. Standard text and data usage rates apply. App-Connect 
features require compatible device, operating system and mobile apps. See mobile device and app providers for terms and privacy.

Note: You will have to have had an unlocked iPhone within the past hour in order to use Apple CarPlay. When you are connected using Apple CarPlay, your iPhone can no longer be used 
as a source in MEDIA or as a Bluetooth device. Apple CarPlay is compatible with iPhone 5 or higher running iOS 7.1 or later. Further information can be found a

support.apple.com

 and 

siriuserguide.com

. Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.

Features

Apple CarPlay features Siri voice control. Siri must be enabled  

on the device to use Apple CarPlay. There are two ways to  

activate Siri:

 

Press and hold the Voice Control button  

  on the  

multi-function steering wheel until you hear the tone.

 

Press and hold Home on the touchscreen to activate Siri.

1. 

Home features include:

 

Return to the Apple CarPlay home screen or to the  

Apple CarPlay Dashboard.

 

Long press to activate Siri.

2. 

Phone: Siri can help you make calls, return missed calls  

and listen to voicemail.

3. 

Maps: Opens Apple Maps for turn-by-turn directions, traffic conditions, immersive 3D experiences and estimated 

travel time. Siri can also help with directions. Activate Siri and say, “Navigate to,” and your destination

4. 

Messages: Siri can send, read and reply to your text messages for you.

5. 

Tapping the Volkswagen Logo icon simply takes you to the Volkswagen native user interface with all the features 

and functions of Apple CarPlay still active.

 

To only charge an iPhone, disconnect from Apple CarPlay by pressing the Volkswagen Logo icon, then select 
Disconnect on the touchscreen. This will allow Bluetooth

®

 access while charging your iPhone.

Click here

 for further information on Apple CarPlay apps.

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Wireless App-Connect Android Auto

To connect:

1. 

Pair your phone to the Volkswagens Infotainment system  

with Bluetooth.

2. 

Select Use Android Auto or select Cancel for Bluetooth  

connection.

Note: Please confirm all prompts from Android Auto on the mobile device for successful Android  
Auto connection. 

 

Android Auto

Use some of your favorite Android applications on the road through your Volkswagen’s infotainment screen.  

Hands-free, you can talk to Google on Android Auto to get driving directions, send a text or place a phone call. 

Android Auto is made to help you focus on the road while having fun along the way.

1. 

Ensure you are running the latest Android

 OS on your device and download Android Auto from the Google Play 

Store. An active Google account and an internet connection is required. If you’re using Android 10 or higher, the 

app is already on your phone.

2. 

Plug your Android phone into the USB port using a certified USB Cable.

3. 

Press the App key on your touchscreen.

4. 

Select Android Auto on your touchscreen. Ensure phone is unlocked OR pair your Android phone to your 

Infotainment system’s Bluetooth connection, then select Use Android Auto in the pop-up.

5. 

Select OK on your touchscreen for data transfer prompt.

6. 

Follow instructions on your device to continue setup.

7. 

Android Auto will appear on the Infotainment touchscreen once all the prompts have been accepted on the device.

Google, Android, Google Play and Android Auto are trademarks of Google LLC.

 

Click here

 for further information.

To use Android Auto on your car display, you’ll need an Android phone running Android 6.0 or higher, an active data plan and the Android Auto app.

Features

1. 

Microphone: Google Assistant can be activated with a  

long press of the Microphone icon on the touchscreen or  

by using touchscreen commands that work with available 

apps. Google Assistant can also be activated using your voice 

to easily send messages, get directions, control media and 

more. Just say ,“Hey Google,” long-press the Voice Control 

button  

  on the multi-function steering wheel or tap the 

Microphone icon on the touchscreen to get started.

2. 

Navigation: Predictive navigation provides turn-by-turn 

directions, traffic conditions and estimated travel time. 

Android Auto can predict where you want to go next based 

on your calendar and recent destinations.

3. 

Phone: Listen and reply to text messages, make calls or  

check your voicemail.

4. 

Home Screen: Takes you back to the home screen of Android Auto.

5. 

Music and Audio: Use your touchscreen to access your favorite artists, songs and playlists. Android Auto lets you 

stream from apps such as Pandora, Spotify and iHeartRadio.

Tapping the Exit icon     simply takes you to the Volkswagen native user interface. From there you can select 

Disconnect if you wish to completely disconnect from Android Auto.

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  Warnings: 

See 

App-Connect

 in your Infotainment System Booklet for more detailed information and for important safety warnings.

Watch the Apple CarPlay Connection video.

Watch the Android Auto Connection video.

Watch the Apple CarPlay Wireless Connection video.

Watch the Android Auto Wireless Connection video.

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