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2018 Honda Odyssey Owners Manual - Android Auto™



Android Auto™

Models with Display Audio

Connect a compatible Android phone to the system. You can use the touchscreen to make a phone call, listen to music, and more. Visit the Android Auto website for more information.

When your Android phone is connected to Android Auto, it is not possible to use the Bluetooth Audio. However, other previously paired phones can stream audio via Bluetooth while Android Auto is connected.

Park in a safe place before connecting your Android smartphone and launching any compatible apps.

  1. Connect the phone to the front (right side*) USB port. Compatible Android phones will prompt you to download any required apps.
  2. Select Enable or Disable
  3. Follow any prompts shown on your phone.
  4. The phone will be automatically paired. A tutorial will appear on the vehicle screen.
  5. Select a menu option
  1. Maps (Navigation): View Google Maps and operate navigation. You can only use this system or the pre-installed navigation system to set a destination with routing guidance. You cannot enter destinations using the keyboard while the vehicle is moving.
  2. Phone: Make phone calls or listen to voicemail.
  3. Home (Google Now): Display useful information organized by Android Auto into simple cards that appear only when needed.
  4. Music: Play music from compatible apps. Select this icon to switch between music apps.
  5. Return to HOME screen: Displays a menu with an option to return to the vehicle system HOME screen.
  6. Voice: Use voice commands via Google Voice Search to operate Android Auto. You can also press and hold the Talk button on the steering wheel (see "Basic Audio Operation") to say voice commands.

Depending on use, Android Auto can share certain vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed, and other operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding Google's use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto. Use of Android Auto is at user's own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto application is downloaded to the user's Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided "as is," and Honda cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolescence of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use Android Auto when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner's Manual at Open Web Page (U.S.) or Open Web Page (Canada) for further license and warranty terms.

*if equipped

Related topics:
  • Wi-Fi Connection*
  • Basic Audio Operation
  • Basic Navigation Operation
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Managing Apps
  • SiriusXM Radio*
  • Color Audio Operation*

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