Special conditions
During an active connection with Apple CarPlay, the following conditions apply:
For an iPhone connected with the Infotainment system via Apple CarPlay, phone functions can only be accessed via
Apple CarPlay.
The connected iPhone cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.
It is not possible to use the internal navigation and Apple CarPlay navigation at the same time. The route guidance which
was started last ends the previous active one.
Depending on your Infotainment system, you can view information about telephone operation in the instrument cluster
display.
Depending on your Infotainment system and the navigation app used, you can view upcoming turns in the instrument
cluster display.
You can accept or decline incoming calls or end a call in progress using the buttons on the multi-function steering wheel.
Voice assistant
The availability of the “voice assistant” function depends on the vehicle equipment.
1. Tap
briefly to start the Infotainment system IDA voice assistant.
Or: to start the voice assistant (Siri) on the connected iPhone, tap and hold
.
Android Auto
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
Introduction.
Requirements
The following requirements must be met in order to use Android Auto:
The smartphone must support Android Auto.
For Android Auto Wireless, Bluetooth® must be activated on the smartphone and in the Infotainment system. The
Infotainment system must also be activated as a Wi-Fi® hotspot.
If Android Auto Wireless cannot be used, the smartphone must be connected to the Infotainment system with a USB
connection that allows data transfer. Only USB ports with data transfer are suitable for use with Android Auto.
Use a USB cable certified and approved by the smartphone manufacturer or a USB cable from the Genuine
Volkswagen Accessories.
These technologies may not be available in all countries.
Information on technical requirements, compatible smartphones, certified apps and availability can be found on the
Volkswagen and Android Auto websites or at an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Starting Android Auto
1. To open the App-Connect main menu, tap
in the app overview.
Or: press APP.
2. Tap
Android Auto to establish the connection with the smartphone.
Disconnecting
1. Tap Close
in Android Auto mode to open the App-Connect main menu.
2. Tap
to end the active connection.
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