Get Practical equipment -> App-Connect Guide for Volkswagen Taos SUV First Generation (2022-2025)

WPS is not supported by all mobile devices. In this case, connect manually:

1. Set up the Infotainment system as a Wi-Fi hotspot ⇒ Internet use in the vehicle.

2. Connecting the Infotainment system as a client to the hotspot of a mobile device ⇒ Setting Up and Deactivating a Wi-

Fi® Hotspot.

Technical Properties

The technical properties of the Internet connections in the vehicle listed here may differ depending on the equipment and

country.

Wi-Fi® in accordance with IEEE 802.11 b/g/n.

2.4 GHz and 5 GHz data transfer.

Two Wi-Fi modes at once:

Tethering (2.4 GHz).

2.4 GHz access point.

Up to eight mobile devices can be connected at the same time.

Internet connection via Wi-Fi:

Tethering via cell phone.

Hotspot for clients in the vehicle.

Apple CarPlay™ via Wi-Fi.

Android Auto™ via Wi-Fi.

Simpliﬁed pairing process via WPS, NFC or QR code.

Possible data connection types

SIM card in SIM card reader:

Suitable SIM card in the SIM card reader. Network settings

activated in the settings menu.

A stable network connection is only possible with a compatible SIM card.

Allow Internet connection is

Bluetooth Profile rSAP: The Infotainment system is connected to a suitable cell phone via the Bluetooth profile rSAP . Allow

Internet connection must be activated in the Network settings menu.

Mobile device: Use the Wi-Fi hotspot on a mobile device ⇒ Setting Up and Deactivating a Wi-Fi® Hotspot.

eSIM (embedded SIM): The vehicle has a control module with installed eSIM card (SIM). In order to use the Wi-Fi hotspot,

you need to purchase data plans via the In-Car Shop or via the online shop of our mobile communications partner.

The types of possible data connections depend on the country and equipment.

Requirements

Network settings

Allow Internet connection is activated in the settings menu.

Integrated data connection is activated.

Or: Data connection

App-Connect

Introduction

App-Connect makes it possible to display and control content and functions displayed on the cell phone through the

Infotainment system screen.

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To do this, the cell phone must be connected to the Infotainment system via a USB interface with a data transfer function.

Some technologies can also be used with App-Connect Wireless via the Bluetooth interface and a Wi-Fi hotspot for the

Infotainment system.

The following technologies may be available:

Apple CarPlay™.

Apple CarPlay™ Wireless.

Android Auto™.

Android Auto™ Wireless.

The technologies listed above are operated by third parties and provided by Volkswagen. Volkswagen is not responsible if

these technologies are canceled, discontinued or deactivated during the service life of the vehicle. Apps from third-party

providers may be incompatible. It cannot be guaranteed that the apps that are offered will be able to run on all cell phones an

with all operating systems.

Which App-Connect technologies are available to you depends on the country and on the cell phone in use. Apps can be

based on many different designs and can also differ depending on the vehicle and country. The content, scope, and providers

of the apps may vary. The apps provided by Volkswagen can also be changed, canceled, deactivated, reactivated, and

enhanced without notice. Furthermore, some apps depend on the availability of services from third party providers.

You can ﬁnd more information on the Volkswagen website.

The use of apps and the required mobile phone connection may be subject to additional charges.

WARNING

Using apps while driving can distract from trafﬁc. Driver distraction can cause serious accidents and fatal injuries.

Only use apps and functions when the vehicle is stationary.

Always drive attentively and responsibly.

WARNING

If unsuitable apps are used or apps are not used correctly, this may result in vehicle damage and accidents with serious or

even fatal injuries.

Protect the cell phone and its apps from misuse.

Volkswagen is not responsible for vehicle damage that is caused by low-quality or malfunctioning third-party apps,

inadequate programming of third-party apps, insufficient network strength, data loss, misuse of mobile devices, or malware

on data carriers, computers, tablets and cell phones.

Symbols and settings for App-Connect

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Introduction.

Symbols in the App-Connect menu

The symbol display depends on the vehicle equipment and the country.

or

Show further information.

Open the App-Connect settings menu.

Select the Apple CarPlay technology.

Select the Android Auto technology.

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Connecting a cell phone with App-Connect

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Introduction.

In order to use App-Connect or App-Connect Wireless, ﬁrst pair the cell phone with the Infotainment system. When using App

Connect Wireless, the connection is initiated via Bluetooth, and then established via the Wi-Fi hotspot for the Infotainment

system.

When using Apple CarPlay, the Bluetooth connection is disconnected again when the connection via the Wi-Fi hotspot for

the Infotainment system is established. When using Android Auto, the Bluetooth connection remains active.

Connecting a cell phone for the ﬁrst time

1. For App-Connect Wireless, connect the cell phone to Bluetooth and to the Wi-Fi hotspot of the Infotainment system

⇒ Bluetooth® interface, ⇒ Setting Up and Deactivating a Wi-Fi® Hotspot.

For App-Connect, connect the cell phone to the Infotainment system via USB cable.

2. Tap

.

Or: tap MENU

.

Or: press APP.

3. Select the cell phone and your preferred technology.

4. Allow the Infotainment system the required access. To do this, conﬁrm authorization requests on the cell phone.

App-Connect or App-Connect Wireless is set up.

If any pop-up menus were dismissed during the connection process, App-Connect or App-Connect Wireless will not be

available. In this case, Volkswagen recommends deleting the devices from the cell phone settings and Infotainment system

and restarting the connection process.

Apple CarPlay™

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

Introduction.

Requirements

The following requirements must be met in order to use Apple CarPlay:

The iPhone must support Apple CarPlay.

Voice control (Siri) must be activated on the iPhone.

Apple CarPlay must be activated in the iPhone settings without restrictions.

For Apple CarPlay Wireless, Bluetooth must be activated on the iPhone and the Infotainment system must be activated

as a Wi-Fi® hotspot.

If Apple CarPlay Wireless cannot be used, the iPhone must be connected to the infotainment system via a USB

connection with data transfer. Only USB ports with data transfer are suitable for use with Apple CarPlay.

The USB cable being used must be an original cable from Apple.

These technologies may not be available in all countries.

Information on technical requirements, compatible iPhones, certified apps and availability can be found at the

Volkswagen and Apple CarPlay website or at an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Starting Apple CarPlay

1. Tap MENU App-Connect

to open the App-Connect main menu.

Or: press APP.

2. Tap

Apple CarPlay to connect to your iPhone.

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Disconnecting

1. Tap

in Apple CarPlay mode to open the App-Connect main menu.

2. To end the active connection, tap

or

.

The presentation of the function keys in the display may vary.

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 control

The “voice control” function depends on the vehicle equipment.

1. Tap

brieﬂy to start the Infotainment system voice control.

Or: to start voice control (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.

An Android Auto app must be installed on the smartphone.

For Android Auto Wireless, Bluetooth® must be activated on your 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.

The USB cable used must be an original cable from your smartphone manufacturer.

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. Tap MENU

to open the App-Connect main menu.

Or: press APP.

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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.

Special conditions

During an active connection with Android Auto, the following conditions apply:

An active Android Auto device can also be connected with the Infotainment system via Bluetooth (hands-free proﬁle,

HFP) at the same time.

Phone functions are possible through Android Auto. The Infotainment system phone function can also be used if the

Android Auto device is connected to the Infotainment system via Bluetooth at the same time.

An active Android Auto device cannot be used as a media device in the Media main menu.

It is not possible to use the internal navigation and Android Auto navigation at the same time. The route guidance which

was started last ends the previous active one.

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 control

The “voice control” function depends on the vehicle equipment.

1. Tap

brieﬂy to start the Infotainment system voice control.

button to start voice control of the connected smartphone.

Or: Tap and hold the

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Mobile online services

myVW with Connected Features by Car-Net®

Introduction to VW Car-Net®

myVW makes life even easier in your VW because the mobile myVW app gives you direct access to all of the key functions

and information. For example, you can use the myVW app to remotely connect to your vehicle, provided that you have

activated VW Car-Net®.

In order to use the mobile online services, you need a subscription to them and to consent to the General Terms and

Conditions and Terms of Use. The availability of services and functions is dependent on the country and the vehicle

equipment. Certain services or functions can only be used in conjunction with the latest software version.

Some services, e.g. Roadside Assistance Call, are offered by third-party providers. Additional charges may apply. Further

information is available at ⇒ Information Call, Roadside Assistance Call and Emergency Call Service .

You can ﬁnd information about how to create a Volkswagen user account, current functions and how to download the app at:

carnet.vw.com

Legal regulations

When using services, vehicle information is sent and processed online. Volkswagen collects, processes, shares and transmits

information about you and your vehicle in compliance with the VW Car-Net® terms and conditions and privacy provisions. Thi

data can provide indirect information about the respective driver, e.g. regarding vehicle handling. For further information,

please contact the Volkswagen Response Center on 1-833-648-2735. Calls may be monitored or recorded. Or visit our

website:

carnet.vw.com

You can ﬁnd the privacy policy and other legal information regarding the use of Volkswagen's mobile online services on the

Infotainment system under MENU Legal or HOME Legal.

Transfer of Service, Sale of Vehicle, Termination of Lease

If the vehicle has been purchased used or if the vehicle has been permanently transferred to you, online services may already

be activated and the previous user may be able to view data acquired by online services and control certain functions of your

vehicle.

You can see in the Infotainment system if your vehicle is assigned to a person as a primary user. In this case, you can registe

yourself as the primary user of the vehicle, which automatically removes the previous primary user.

If you sell your vehicle or permanently transfer it to a third party or terminate your leasing contract, you must delete the vehicle

from your Volkswagen user account. Volkswagen may continue to send you information about services by sending messages

directly to the vehicle. If you do not notify us about the sale of your vehicle, its permanent transfer to a third party or the

termination of a leasing contract, Volkswagen may continue to send messages directly to the vehicle. Volkswagen shall not be

responsible for any damage that could arise due to continuing communication with the vehicle if you do not notify us about its

sale, its permanent transfer to a third party or the termination of the leasing contract.

Prerequisites for Using Services

To be able to make full use of the services, the following prerequisites must be met.

VW Car-Net® has also been ordered for the vehicle and installed ex-works.

The vehicle and user are in the area of use.

There is a valid contract for use of the services.

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