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Android Auto™

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All Android Auto™ functions can be performed using the multi-function Commander 

control or Google Assistant™ voice commands. Enter a destination, send messages, 

make phone calls and more — all without having to pick up your smartphone.

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Mazda’s multi-function Commander control is designed to make interacting with Android Auto’s features and functions 
easy and intuitive. Tilt, rotate or press the Commander knob to navigate through screens, apps and menus.

Google Assistant replaces the MAZDA CONNECT™ voice recognition system when a compatible Android™  device 

is connected to the smartphone-enabled USB port. Google Assistant can be used to access many of your phone’s 

functions while driving.

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Press and hold the Home button

 to toggle between Android Auto and  

MAZDA CONNECT™ screens

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Press the Home button

 to quickly return to the Android Auto home screen 

from any other Android Auto screen

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If you’ve recently used Google Maps™  or another third-party navigation app, 

press the NAV button

 to quickly access the map screen or current route guidance

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When listening to music via an Android Auto app, 

press the Entertainment  

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Press the “Talk” button on the steering wheel

 to activate Google 

Assistant. Then, say your command

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Or, while on any Android Auto screen, 

tilt the Commander knob to 

the right

, which will activate Google Assistant

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You can also 

say “OK Google”

 while on any screen (if the feature is 

enabled on your smartphone)

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For more information on Android Auto features and functions, as 
well as in-depth instructions for using Android Auto, refer to the 

resources listed below.

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Android Auto Help Center

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Owner’s Manual

SAFETY AND LEGAL

Android, Android Auto, Google, Google Play, Google Maps and other marks 
are trademarks of Google LLC.

Android Auto is provided by Google and its use is subject to your 

agreement to the Android Auto terms of use. When using Android Auto, 
location, speed, and other vehicle data is transferred to your smartphone. 
For further details, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy. 

Requires compatible Android phones and standard text and 

data rates apply.

When using Android Auto, please avoid distraction and use Android 

Auto responsibly. Stay fully aware of driving conditions and always  
obey applicable laws.

button

 to quickly access the Now Playing screen

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On any Android Auto screen, 

tilt the Commander knob rearward

 to access the bar at the bottom of the screen. 

Rotate to highlight an icon, then press down to select

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On any Android Auto screen with a menu icon      , 

tilt the Commander knob left to access menu options

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