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Android Auto Cannot Be Connected

Probable cause: 

Smartphone malfunction, unit body malfunction

CAUTION: Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description". Ref. to COCKPIT CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
  1. CHECK ANDROID DEVICE  .

    Restart the Android device, and connect it again.

    Does it start properly?

    Yes:  Currently no failure is found.

    No:  Go to  2.

  2. CHECK ANDROID DEVICE  .

    Delete the Android registration information on both the Android device and the center display, register Android again, and then connect it again.

    Does it start properly?

    Yes:  Currently no failure is found.

    No:  Go to  3.

  3. CHECK ANDROID DEVICE  .

    Connect another Android device.

    Does it start properly?

    Yes:  Android device which cannot be connected might be faulty.

    No:  Go to  4.

  4. CHECK ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION  .

    Check if any external devices which emit strong electromagnetic waves and noises, such as a radio antenna, is installed inside the vehicle.

    Is the area free from any factors that emit strong electromagnetic waves and noises?

    Yes:  Replace the cockpit control module. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>COCKPIT DISPLAY .

    No:  Remove the external device and perform the inspection from step 1 again. Go to  1.