Owners of a 2015 Sonata with Navigation can now get the Android Auto software update free of charge at MyHyundai.com (www.myhyundai.com).

[ads id=”0″ style=”float:left;padding:9px;”]The software is also available for free at Hyundai dealerships nationwide. Hyundai is the only automaker to have Android Auto on production vehicles today, starting with the Sonata and soon expanding to other models.

How to Use the CarPlay And Android Auto Port Nexo Hyundai. The main benefit of Android Auto Wireless is that you don't need to plug and unplug your phone every single time you go anywhere. If you're planning on a longer trip, or your phone needs a charge, you can plug it in. Otherwise, Android Auto Wireless can automatically connect your phone to your car radio as soon as you get in your vehicle (after the initial USB cable connection). Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. Announced 11 additional vehicles from model years 2016 and 2015 are now compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and the connectivity features can be accessed free-of-charge for customers that download and perform the update of their vehicle’s software at home.

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“This is the first time we’ve made a software upgrade available using the MyHyundai portal,”said Michael Deitz, senior group manager of Connected Care, Hyundai Motor America. “Sonata owners can add more value with Android Auto in an easy-to-do upgrade that takes less than an hour. Hyundai is continuing to offer the best user experience possible by leveraging its MyHyundai platform, so customers have the option to update their car – their way.”

The Android Auto compatible Navigation system with an eight-inch touchscreen display is available on the Sonata Sport, Eco, Limited, Sport 2.0T and Limited 2.0T models.

Consumers can watch the Hyundai Sonata Android Auto Tutorial (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzMp9dwZW-E) , which is available on the Hyundai USA YouTube channel, for instructions on how to download the software and install it in their compatible vehicles.

On Android 9 or below, open Android Auto. On Android 10, open Android Auto for Phone Screens. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup. If your phone is already paired with your car or mount’s Bluetooth, select the device to enable auto launch for Android Auto. Learn how easy it is to pair your phone to your Hyundai. Is My Phone Compatible? Click here to verify if your vehicle and phone are compatible. Check out how-to videos and user guides for Hyundai multimedia systems. View guides on connecting your mobile phone using Android Auto TM or Apple CarPlay TM.

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To obtain the software, customers need to visit the MyHyundai owner’s site (https://www.hyundaiusa.com/myhyundai). If the owner does not have a MyHyundai account, they need to click register. To register, owners will need their name, e-mail address, zip code and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Once the owner has a MyHyundai account, they can login by entering their account ID and password. Upon login, the owner must perform the following steps:

1. Select 2015 Sonata on the drop-down menu in the top left of the navigation bar.
2. Once the owner gets to the Sonata 2015 screen, they can select downloads in the navigation then the Android Auto downloads drop-down.
3. On the Android Auto downloads page, the owner must agree to the terms and conditions to activate the download button.
4. Once the download button is active, clicking it will start the download.
5. Once the download is complete, the owner opens the downloaded file and selects run.
6. Upon completing the download, the download tool will start.
7. At this point, the owner connects a compatible USB driver to their computer.
8. The download tool will automatically extract the downloaded files and put them on the USB drive.
9. A confirmation screen will appear when the download is complete.

Vehicle Software Update steps:

1. Park the car in a well-ventilated area and start the engine.
2. Connect the USB drive with the vehicle software on it to the USB port in the Sonata.
3. Press the setup button near the radio controls.
4. Scroll down and tap the System Info icon on the touch screen.
5. Tap update at the bottom of the touch screen.
6. The Software Update will begin automatically.
7. Enable Android Auto. Navigate to Connectivity Settings in the Setup menu to find the enable Android Auto on/off switch.

Installing Android Auto on the Phone

1. Connect an Android Auto compatible phone to the Sonata via a micro USB cable and download the Android Auto app when prompted.
2. Then the customer needs to hit the Android Auto icon on his or her touchscreen and Android Auto is ready.

What is Android Auto/Apple CarPlay?

This function helps you to use your smartphone safely and easily while driving. Various functions of a smartphone can be used in media System (Navigation, Phone, Music, and etc.)

When you connect to Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, you will see Android Auto or Apple CarPlay on the screen.

Supported functions and methods of operation may vary by company model.

Please refer to the below web site for more information.

• Android Auto: https://www.android.com/auto/
• Apple CarPlay: http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/

Precautions

• Android Auto is a registered trademark of Google Inc.
• Apple CarPlay is a registered trademark of Apple Inc.
• Please use the latest OS or iOS to use Android Auto, Apple CarPlay If you do not use the latest version, it may not be recognized or your phone may malfunction.
• If your phone's battery is low, it may not be recognized. Please use it after charging.
• If your mobile phone is down due to its own defect, please reboot the phone.
• Repeatedly connecting and disconnecting a USB cable to the device within a short time may cause malfunction of the mobile phone or device.
• The time it takes to recognize may differ depending on the type of mobile phone, firmware, and the version of OS or iOS
• Please use a genuine cable as there is a possibility of noise and malfunction when you use a non-genuine cable.
• If you operate your mobile phone at random with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay enabled, it may not work properly.
• When connected to Apple CarPlay during Bluetooth call on iPhone, it will switch to Apple CarPlay Call if it is the same iPhone.
• If you have a problem with your mobile phone, Android Auto or Apple CarPlay may not work properly.
• When you use Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, a service fee can be charged to you.

※ If you have a problem with your mobile phone, you may encounter the following problems.

• [Android Auto]
• A black screen may appear intermittently when entering Android Auto
• It might not be able to distinguish the mobile phones that support Android Auto/MirrorLink from those that do not support Android Auto
• Some parts on the screen are displayed black due to an APP error
• [Apple CarPlay]
• A black screen may appear intermittently when entering Apple CarPlay
• Black screen is displayed when switching screens in Apple CarPlay
• Audio volume cannot be adjusted depending on the status of a connected mobile phone
• When you disconnect Apple CarPlay during an Apple CarPlay call, you cannot hear the call on your mobile phone.

Using Android Auto/Apple CarPlay

1. To connect your mobile phone to the USB port, use a genuine Apple USB cable for Apple CarPlay.
2. Select [Android Auto] or [Apple CarPlay] on the Home Screen
3. You can use the features such as Navigation, Music, Phone, etc, provided by Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.

Reference - Android Auto

• When Android Auto is connected, Bluetooth Audio is not available. To use Bluetooth Audio, disconnect the USB cable before using.
• Android Auto does not support the feature of searching for files with the [TUNE/FILE] button.
• If Android Auto is not working properly after its connection, please check below.
• Checking if there is an error in your mobile phone's App Settings.
• Checking if your mobile phone is running Android Auto.
• Checking if Android Auto is properly checked in [Phone Projection] settings.
• If Android Auto does not work properly after reconnecting, please refer to the Android Auto Web Site. (https://www.android.com/auto/)
• If your mobile phone is not connected to the Internet, Android Auto may not work properly.
• Please refer to the following websites to check the available countries for the [Android Auto]. (https://www.android.com/auto/)
• After checking Android Auto available countries, download and use the app.
• By displaying the screen provided by the mobile phone on the media system, the screen and function may be changed according to Google's policy.
• For more information, visit the Google website. (http://support.google.com/androidauto/)

Android Auto Apps

Reference - Apple CarPlay

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• When Apple CarPlay is connected, Bluetooth feature is not available. To use Bluetooth feature, disconnect the USB cable before using.
• Apple CarPlay does not support the feature of searching for files with the [FILE/TUNE] button.
• If Apple CarPlay is not working properly after its connection, please check below.
• Check if Apple CarPlay connection is blocked on iPhone App settings
• Checking if Apple Carplay is properly checked in [Phone Projection Settings]
• If Apple CarPlay does not work properly after reconnecting, please refer to the Apple Web Site. (http://www.apple.com/ios/carplay/)

Melon for Hyundai / Genesis

The live streaming music service and download service are available on the Hyundai media system screen.

To use 'Melon for Hyundai / Genesis', you need to have melon application installed on your smartphone.

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For more information, please visit Melon homepage (http://www.melon.com).

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