2018 Mazda MAZDA3 4-Door Android Auto Quick Start Guide

Android Auto™

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 • Make sure your vehicle is in Park. The parking brake 

MUST be engaged before getting started with setup

 • Connect a USB cable to yourAndroid device and the 

USB port labeled with a smartphone icon

 • MAZDA CONNECT™ will detect your device. If you’re 

a first-time user, follow the on-screen prompts to 
enable Android Auto (you may need to refer to your 
Android device to continue setup)

Available on select models, Android Auto™ provides convenient access to your  

Android™ smartphone’s most useful features and apps right from your vehicle’s  

MAZDA CONNECT™ display, helping you stay focused on the road ahead.

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 • On your compatible Android mobile device, download 

and install the free Android Auto app from the 
Google Play™ Store

 • Launch the Android Auto app on your mobile device
 • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete app 

setup prior to connecting to your vehicle

 • For the best Android Auto experience, accept all 

permissions and enable notification access for 
Android Auto

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 • To use Android Auto, you’ll need 

an Android phone running 5.0 
(Lollipop) or higher

 • For best performance, Android 

6.0 (Marshmallow) or higher is 
recommended

 • You’ll need a high-quality, certified 

USB cable for the in-vehicle 
connection

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