Hey Alex! I'm a brand new 2022 Forester owner and received a tutorial from my dealer. I was so overwhelmed with all the new tech and promptly forgot most of it. Finding your videos has been super helpful to me as I get comfortable with my new Subie. Thanks a ton!
LOL my dealer said there was a person who could give me a total orientation but they never returned my requests or phone calls. My salesperson gave me the basics I needed to not wreck the Crosstrek Limited I got in December of 2021, thank goodness for that and the manual and your videos! I am STILL learning the finer points of this Uber geeky cool car, retired engineer here and love all the bells and whistles!
I recently bought a 2018 Outback Limited and use Android Auto. It constantly disconnects. I've Googled it and it seems to be a known issue. Do you know if there is a fix for that?
Hey Alex! I own a 2018 Outback and have questions about the CarPlay features: When I start my car and my iPhone connects via Bluetooth, it frequently begins automatically playing some random song that may or may not be in my playlists. Is there a way to disable this “auto-play” feature, as it’s quite annoying. It happens less frequently when the phone is connected via cable. Thanks for considering my question and for your videos.
Just picked up a 2023 outback wilderness. Thank you so so much for this video! I switched from Apple car play to Bluetooth to get to Spotify but now I see where I went wrong!! You’re the best!! Any videos on the auto rear hatch would be awesome as well! Again, thanks so much for all your information on this channel. I relied on it while making my decision on which car I was going with. Even shocked my dealership (Alberta, Canada) when I knew about the SOS call button problems. 😂
Hi Alex, thank you so much. Why carplay show full screen, but android auto show small screen with the same car? How can I make Google map on my android auto full screen? Thanks
I’m surprised that it still requires a cord! I just want to leave my phone in my pocket so that I don’t have to worry about forgetting my phone in the car…
@@alexpmo I hope so! I also hope they add pinch to zoom in maps and maybe they can just make the seat heater controls work in place rather than opening a clunky graphic.🤞
Thank you for the good video. I am wondering if we can use CarPlay for maps and usb stick to listen to music. I see that usb will get disconnected when I connect the phone. That is not the case with Mazda-CX5.
A relative of mine just bought a 2022 Outback and he is using Apple CarPlay. He has found that when using GoogleMaps through Apple CarPlay, the audio navigation stops when aa call comes through (or when he is in a call before starting to navigate) or when he plays music through an app. This is not the case for me in my non-subaru vehicle using Apple CarPlay. Is this to be expected or is there a workaround? Thanks for your help.
I can’t seem to get my cable to connect to the Subaru end. I’ve got an iPhone 13, use the standard charging cable correct? There are two usb connections, neither one works!
I don't currently but the next time we get one in I'll work on a 2019 Outback video. You can still use CarPlay and Android Auto in the 2019 btw. It's just a smaller display. You just plug your phone in to the USB charger to use it
I like your videos and tips but I can't find an answer to an issue I am having with my 2020 Impreza Sport. I have suddenly lost my messages icon on my Apple Car Play on my infotainment screen. I have reset back to factory settings, I have reset my iPhone and I have checked my cord. What am I missing? Tysm.
5 Stars! - Great video training, well done, easy to absorb and well-paced. I wonder if the Subaru Outback 2021 can run Android via Bluetooth instead of a cable?
I will often have difficulty switching from an app on Apple Care Play like Amazon Music to the radio. Do you know what could be going wrong? FYI - I was told I don't need to use a charging cord for my phone since it has cordless charging, so I don't. Thank you
Enjoyed the video, thank you. Here's one quirk in my 2021 Forester that I hate: whenever I unplug my phone, the radio is comes. The only way to get rid of the radio is to turn the volume all the way down. (and then you have to remember it's turned all the way down the next time you plug in your phone.) VERY frustrating. I want to turn the radio off! I've asked a few people at my dealership about this, and they just shrug their shoulders. Anyone else bothered by this? Thank you!
I’ve experienced lost calls using CarPlay. Any idea why that happens? AT&T is my carrier, and when using my phone no calls are lost. Does the phone have to be connected with the cord to prevent lost calls?
Hi Alex, I'm using 23 Ascent, if i connect iphone 14, I can qccess wireless carplay but if android i cant make it work,(oneplus 8t and honor magic 5 pro phon3s) if i plug it android auto works then when i removed it android auto stops. Do you knwo whats wrong why my android auto needs to be pligged in and no wireless connection?
I have Subaru Forester without GPS. I used to play music from usb stick. But if I connect iPhone CarPlay the music from USB stop working. This doesn’t happen when we use android phone. Any suggestions?
We just got a Subaru 2024 Outback. When aApple CarPlay is activated, and a text message comes, the Ding sound that is used is Very Loud. Is there a way to lower the ding?
Excellent Subaru tutorial content as usual Alex. I also learned how to program my garage door opening button on my Outback as well by watching your videos. Thanks a million for helping make our Subaru lives even easier!!!
2021 Subaru ascent. Every time I get a text message it plays a tone through the speakers that nearly makes me go deaf. It’s awful. We tried turning down all the volume settings everywhere we could find and still it does it. Any ideas on that? it’s legitimately a safety hazard. I jump and swerve anytime that tone comes through. Using an Apple iPhone 11.
Hi Alex...Dealer installed Upgrade. Will Bluetooth Apple Car Play work on my 2022 outback? After pairing the Icon is not present, only when wired will it enable CarPlay
Hi Alex, I have a question. Winter is coming up soon, and I have a 2020 Subaru Legacy Limited. When I use the key fob to start my Legacy nothing else goes on. When I use the auto start on my Jeep the front and rear defroster will go and so will the heated driver's side seat, in winter or cold temperatures. Does Subaru have that type of feature? Can I start the car and have the front and rear defroster turn on? Thanks.
Alex just subscribed and also placed a deposit on a 2023 Outback Touring XT. Could you tell me the procedure for changing from one iphone to another if both users get into the vehicle at the same time? TIA for your great videos, I find them very informative. Thanks for the time you invest.
When I connect my android S22 ultra the map is only displayed on the top half (or less) part of the screen. Is there a way to get it to display full screen like you showed the Apple phone do in this video? Could you please show the same thing with an android phone? I have a 2022 Legacy with built in map, but they don't update and are terrible, but it displays full screen, unlike google maps with my phone.
We have 2 outbacks and 2 iphones. We want carplay to work the same way on both cars ( not simultaneously!). In my husband's car, my phone works and my carplay is recognized so I can use google maps. In my car, my husband's carplay doesn't work but we can get music from his phone on my car. How do I get my husband's carplay on his phone be recognized on my car?
I don’t live anywhere near your dealership (I’m in Idaho) but I find your video’s so helpful that I’ve subscribed anyway. I sure wish the folks at my local Suby dealer were as genuinely kind and helpful as you are.
I have a 2021 Forester and can connect Spotify through Bluetooth. I see what’s playing on the screen. When I use Waze, the directions come through on the speaker but no map shown on screen. I’m not using a usb. Any thoughts?
I have a 2024 forester premium. Picked it up end of December. I have an android phone. Any tips on how to switch between maps and Amazon music in the display. My maps is the only thing i can use on the screen at one time. So much for hands free 😢
Hello I have a 2019 imprezza and I have a direct fit phone mount to the left of the display Now CarPlay has the icon selections (maps, podcasts,messages) on the left side of the display And with the direct fit car mount, the icons are behind the phone So I was wondering how to move the icons to the right part of the display screen so I can see them. I hope this makes sense. Lol
I wished Android Auto worked on my 2022 Subaru Outback. Spent hours on it and new cables and can't get past Communications error 8. Spent a lot of time making sure everything was up to date, even took car in for software update. Also spent hours trying every permutation of time settings on my car and phone as that is the primary reason for the error 8 so the internet says. Dang!
What is the difference waze, Maps and Google? I want to hit car play and have directions on screen while I make phone call or take a call while keeping the map up on screen and not drop my directional map. Also can I listen to a audio book while simultaneously having my directional map on screen? I have 2023 forester and I have to connect my phone.
Im a new owner of a 24 OB, and my phone has been connected with android auto, but i cant figure out if texts only come through while Im in the android auto or will it also work if Im using the radio?
On the 2022 modells, do you need the phone connected at all time to have Android Auto activated? Or can you set it up once and use BluTooth the rest of the times after the setup?
2021 owner outback owner hook up phone with Samsung 22 phone. Hook up with wire and Android auto came up the first time used and now it doesn’t. Android auto app is greyed out. Nothing comes up on the screen. How do I correct?
When I plug my phone in the CarPlay app is still greyed out, I’ve updated tried different cords and still won’t work. Tried with the Siri to connect it and still nothing
Alex we have a 2022 Outback Wilderness when I try to hook my phone to the car for android auto we don't get the screen to accept it or auto show up on the screen. what could we be doing wrong?
Do I have to have phone plugged in to get all my phone apps on car screen? I get some using Bluetooth. But? Lol. Wondered if I could use my DoorDash app ? On car screen?
Quite truthfully, I still prefer my Garmin GPS. It gives me so much more info. I can rename my destinations & put them in categories so that I don't have to scroll thru a long list of destinations. For instance,, I have a FAMILY category and others are Healthcare, Grocery stores. Etc., Churches. So much more convenient!
I also prefer my Garmin. Trying to find a way to get my Garmin info to show on the infotainment screen. Have you had any luck continuing to use your Garmin?
We just got out new Outback Saturday 🤗 We got the built iPhone charger 😜 Do you need to connect your charging cable when when connecting to Apple Car Play 🤔
Congrats! Yes, you'll need to connect to carplay with the USB cable. They don't have wireless carplay yet unfortunately. Still works out well though because you get to charge your phone at the same time.
That info pad and everything displayed at any time needs to be voice controled. Those pads don't last forever especially when used by hand. There are already reports of trouble with them
As usual TOTALLY useless. Neither apple car play nor android thingy work on my 2019 Outback. Ive tried both phones and the apps on the car screen never highlight or connect.
Hey, Alex. Really appreciate your videos. Found that a handicap mirror hanger can be read by the infrared monitor in the "brow" display - when you are in drive - and over-ride the heater settings as if you were using the hand gestures. Just a caution you may wish to pass on.
Along with this, do you have any videos I heard that you can add your car key to an apple wallet. I'm currently waiting for my ordered Subaru to come in and I am trying to learn everything I can before it gets here.
Thank you Alex for your videos! I’m a owner of a “new to me” 2019 Subaru Forester Limited. Your videos have helped me so much! Keep up the great work!!!
Hello Alex. I'm subscribed to your channel. I have a 2022 Outback Touring. I had my dealership put the new update to change the lower area of the screen. My question is was there an automatic update recently because I connected my android phone to the car and my Google maps now is the same size on the screen as what you show for Auto car play. I was surprised and happy.
The only way to get it on the 2017 would be with an aftermarket head unit. I haven't personally used this but I have heard of others doing this and having a good experience with it.
love this tutorial! I’ve never had any “smart” cars before, so I’m excited that i get the chance to experience it with my new subaru. This video was so easy to understand and very helpful - thank you!
Just got a new 2024 Outback which happens to have the Tom Tom navigation option. Haven't had a chance to try it yet, but with Apple Car Play now being wireless I may never use it. Your videos are very helpful since this is the first Subaru I have had, so you are helping me learn about all the features that are packed into this car. 😊
Hi Alex, just bought and drove home my new 2023 Outback Touring XT last night (mar 6, 2023). Today I have been looking at videos that pertain to my new vehicle. Your several videos are the BEST! Very informative. Thank You for giving me the confidence and knowledge to use all the features this vehicle has. Your presentation and voice levels are excellent. Thank You.
Hey Alex, Does Subaru 2018 model support apple car play? I bought it from Japan but could not connect it yet. Would be grateful if I get some suggestions. Regards
Thanks Alex from down under Australia. On my 2019 Forester, the ”voice” button can also be used to do google searches even while navigating in maps. Eg. Check the population of the nearest town etc.. Great tutorial.
Thanks for making all things Subaru easier for us to understand. We’re going to look at (buy?) an Ascent Onyx in a couple of days. We’ll trade in a very low mileage 2018 Subaru Forester which I think the dealership is excited to get … we will see. Thanks.
Hey Alex, Love your vids, always seem to find something new about my car. Do you know how to make android auto full screen work? When i use android auto, only the top half of the screen is used, and this deters me from using it because the map is tiny and hard to see.
I have a 2023 ascent. When I try to call someone you can't hear them but they can hear me, ive tried with android auto and judt bluetooth. I've tried disconnecting and reconnecting the phone. I tried resetting the radio. I adjusted all the sound settings and everything is up to date. Sound works great for everything else except when I try to call. Any idea?
I was going to suggest adjusting the mic settings within your car's touch screen. However, it sounds like you may have already done that. If that's the case, I'd suggest having a subaru technician look at it to see if something else is going on with it.
I found that with a wireless CarPlay adapter, you have better map functionality. You can now drag through the map with your finger rather than those irritating arrow buttons. I made a video to show you how it works: th-cam.com/video/cw3pCfVLdzo/w-d-xo.html
I fixed it!!!!! I reseted the setting on the car and turned my phone off and back on. Then I checked on my phone settings/ general / car play is turned on. Then I connected my usb cable & long pressed the voice command on my steering wheel and it connected !!! Asked for permission- allowed and all set! Now I can see the car play button on my car apps nice and bright! Thanks, I hope this helps more people as well!
alex, omit your coffee shop into as I am really trying to figure this out. i have a 17 subaru legacy . when I get in car what is my first step to get directions? please film closer to the screen in car bc I cannot see what you’re tapping on. please SLOW down.
Couple of questions on no CarPlay related topic. My Outback 2021 makes three beeps warning when approaching some intersections with no other indication or message. My guess it’s a warning about speed cameras but I am not sure. Can you please confirm or deny this? The other question is a fundamental:) hence no front approach sensors installed (which is so stupid) I unable to find a way to park close to the obstacle which ever it may be. Camera can be used but this is not user friendly. All my other cars works similar to revers function (camera and approach alert) and It’s done automagically. My wife after first week of driving this vehicle managed to scratch front bumper. Thanks
Indeed! The lack of front sensors in my ‘24 Ascent Touring really shocked me! I came from a MUCH less expensive ‘20 Ford Escape that DID have that. WHY OH WHY, SUBARU???
Yes, for CarPlay to work it requires to be connected to the cable. You can still use Bluetooth wirelessly though to listen to music and make phone calls.
@@alexpmo Thanks for this video. I just picked up a 2022 Forester Sport. As a follow-up to this question, I've been able to use Bluetooth to make a call without attaching my phone via USB and Apple Car Play. Can I text using Bluetooth wirelessly? I've tried and the display says I have to download my phone book (which I have) and then it says I need to change a setting on my iphone. I've been unable to figure out what to change on the iphone.
Something that you didnt touch on is that, at least on the wrx, android auto only utilizes half the screen. The bottom half literally stays as the radio portion, which is completely useless because I have android auto.
Yes, unfortunately Android limits this. We had the same issue with Apple at first but ultimately got around it. So that's why Apple CarPlay shows the full screen and Android Auto only displays half.
just got a. new Outback Saturday, overwhelmed Thanks Alex , continuing ed
You're welcome! Hopefully this helped make it less intimidating
Hey Alex! I'm a brand new 2022 Forester owner and received a tutorial from my dealer. I was so overwhelmed with all the new tech and promptly forgot most of it. Finding your videos has been super helpful to me as I get comfortable with my new Subie. Thanks a ton!
Glad I could help! 😊
Too much info too fast at dealers
@@catnip4587 totally agree!
Same thing with me.
I love Alex’s information.
He’s great and he responds to my questions
LOL my dealer said there was a person who could give me a total orientation but they never returned my requests or phone calls. My salesperson gave me the basics I needed to not wreck the Crosstrek Limited I got in December of 2021, thank goodness for that and the manual and your videos! I am STILL learning the finer points of this Uber geeky cool car, retired engineer here and love all the bells and whistles!
I recently bought a 2018 Outback Limited and use Android Auto. It constantly disconnects. I've Googled it and it seems to be a known issue. Do you know if there is a fix for that?
Alex, does my Outback need to be running for AAuto to start up?
I love that you put the USB in upside down the first time. That makes me feel better about the fact that I do it EVERY TIME! Thanks for these videos.
Happens to me all the time.
I usually try to plug it in, then think that it's upside down, so switch then realize I had it right in the first place. 😡
2 options = 3 (or more) attempts.
There's an 80% chance that when you plug in a USB-A cable, you will plug it in wrong the first time!
😄
Hey Alex! I own a 2018 Outback and have questions about the CarPlay features: When I start my car and my iPhone connects via Bluetooth, it frequently begins automatically playing some random song that may or may not be in my playlists. Is there a way to disable this “auto-play” feature, as it’s quite annoying. It happens less frequently when the phone is connected via cable. Thanks for considering my question and for your videos.
Just picked up a 2023 outback wilderness. Thank you so so much for this video! I switched from Apple car play to Bluetooth to get to Spotify but now I see where I went wrong!! You’re the best!!
Any videos on the auto rear hatch would be awesome as well!
Again, thanks so much for all your information on this channel. I relied on it while making my decision on which car I was going with. Even shocked my dealership (Alberta, Canada) when I knew about the SOS call button problems. 😂
Hatch is manual lift no power . . . what do you want for $35K
SOS CALL BUTTON PROBLEMS? Where can I learn about this?
For Android users sometimes Android Auto doesn’t work.
Hi Alex, thank you so much.
Why carplay show full screen, but android auto show small screen with the same car?
How can I make Google map on my android auto full screen?
Thanks
I’m surprised that it still requires a cord! I just want to leave my phone in my pocket so that I don’t have to worry about forgetting my phone in the car…
Me too! I'm sure it has something to do with licensing because wireless carplay exists. Hopefully in the next update that will be an option
@@alexpmo I hope so! I also hope they add pinch to zoom in maps and maybe they can just make the seat heater controls work in place rather than opening a clunky graphic.🤞
@@RyanCrase1 I’d love to see an update for easier controls of the heated seats. It’s not quick 😑
Thank you for the good video. I am wondering if we can use CarPlay for maps and usb stick to listen to music. I see that usb will get disconnected when I connect the phone. That is not the case with Mazda-CX5.
Have had our 2021 Forester since Jan 21 and tried to shlog thru the manuals. THIS is way better. Thank you so much.
A relative of mine just bought a 2022 Outback and he is using Apple CarPlay. He has found that when using GoogleMaps through Apple CarPlay, the audio navigation stops when aa call comes through (or when he is in a call before starting to navigate) or when he plays music through an app. This is not the case for me in my non-subaru vehicle using Apple CarPlay. Is this to be expected or is there a workaround? Thanks for your help.
That is an Apple function and not something the car can adjust - happens with other brands too.
I can’t seem to get my cable to connect to the Subaru end. I’ve got an iPhone 13, use the standard charging cable correct? There are two usb connections, neither one works!
Do you have instructions for 2019 outback? It is new to me
I don't currently but the next time we get one in I'll work on a 2019 Outback video. You can still use CarPlay and Android Auto in the 2019 btw. It's just a smaller display. You just plug your phone in to the USB charger to use it
I like your videos and tips but I can't find an answer to an issue I am having with my 2020 Impreza Sport. I have suddenly lost my messages icon on my Apple Car Play on my infotainment screen. I have reset back to factory settings, I have reset my iPhone and I have checked my cord. What am I missing? Tysm.
5 Stars! - Great video training, well done, easy to absorb and well-paced. I wonder if the Subaru Outback 2021 can run Android via Bluetooth instead of a cable?
Hello, Alex, thank for your detailed instruction, it is very helpful. Is it possible to connect iPhone with my 2021 Outback? Thanks again!
I will often have difficulty switching from an app on Apple Care Play like Amazon Music to the radio. Do you know what could be going wrong? FYI - I was told I don't need to use a charging cord for my phone since it has cordless charging, so I don't. Thank you
Enjoyed the video, thank you. Here's one quirk in my 2021 Forester that I hate: whenever I unplug my phone, the radio is comes. The only way to get rid of the radio is to turn the volume all the way down. (and then you have to remember it's turned all the way down the next time you plug in your phone.) VERY frustrating. I want to turn the radio off! I've asked a few people at my dealership about this, and they just shrug their shoulders. Anyone else bothered by this? Thank you!
I agree, this is one of my complaints also. Hopefully Subaru addresses this in the future
I’ve experienced lost calls using CarPlay. Any idea why that happens? AT&T is my carrier, and when using my phone no calls are lost. Does the phone have to be connected with the cord to prevent lost calls?
Hi Alex, I'm using 23 Ascent, if i connect iphone 14, I can qccess wireless carplay but if android i cant make it work,(oneplus 8t and honor magic 5 pro phon3s) if i plug it android auto works then when i removed it android auto stops. Do you knwo whats wrong why my android auto needs to be pligged in and no wireless connection?
I have Subaru Forester without GPS. I used to play music from usb stick. But if I connect iPhone CarPlay the music from USB stop working. This doesn’t happen when we use android phone. Any suggestions?
We just got a Subaru 2024 Outback. When aApple CarPlay is activated, and a text message comes, the Ding sound that is used is Very Loud. Is there a way to lower the ding?
Excellent Subaru tutorial content as usual Alex. I also learned how to program my garage door opening button on my Outback as well by watching your videos. Thanks a million for helping make our Subaru lives even easier!!!
That's awesome! Glad I could help
Alos 11.5 screen only allows 3 music tabs AM FM XM NEED Pandora Spotify amazon music AlexA Added....my other American car 2020 has all that
Hey Alex I accidentally turned off my dehydration my secondary display in my 2021 subaru forester. How do i turn it back on?
2021 Subaru ascent. Every time I get a text message it plays a tone through the speakers that nearly makes me go deaf. It’s awful. We tried turning down all the volume settings everywhere we could find and still it does it. Any ideas on that? it’s legitimately a safety hazard. I jump and swerve anytime that tone comes through. Using an Apple iPhone 11.
Hi Alex...Dealer installed Upgrade. Will Bluetooth Apple Car Play work on my 2022 outback? After pairing the Icon is not present, only when wired will it enable CarPlay
New ‘23 Subaru Outback owner- technology challenged.. I really appreciate the videos Alex, very very helpful!
Hello Alex
Trying to adjust ringtone volume on 2024 crosstrek limited. It’s blacked out on the screen
Thanks
Hi Alex, I have a question. Winter is coming up soon, and I have a 2020 Subaru Legacy Limited. When I use the key fob to start my Legacy nothing else goes on. When I use the auto start on my Jeep the front and rear defroster will go and so will the heated driver's side seat, in winter or cold temperatures. Does Subaru have that type of feature? Can I start the car and have the front and rear defroster turn on? Thanks.
Hello Alex,
Recently purchased a 2018 Forester. I can’t get Apple car play to work. How do I reset the entertainment system to factory default?
Alex just subscribed and also placed a deposit on a 2023 Outback Touring XT. Could you tell me the procedure for changing from one iphone to another if both users get into the vehicle at the same time? TIA for your great videos, I find them very informative. Thanks for the time you invest.
When I connect my android S22 ultra the map is only displayed on the top half (or less) part of the screen. Is there a way to get it to display full screen like you showed the Apple phone do in this video? Could you please show the same thing with an android phone? I have a 2022 Legacy with built in map, but they don't update and are terrible, but it displays full screen, unlike google maps with my phone.
We have 2 outbacks and 2 iphones. We want carplay to work the same way on both cars ( not simultaneously!). In my husband's car, my phone works and my carplay is recognized so I can use google maps. In my car, my husband's carplay doesn't work but we can get music from his phone on my car. How do I get my husband's carplay on his phone be recognized on my car?
I don’t live anywhere near your dealership (I’m in Idaho) but I find your video’s so helpful that I’ve subscribed anyway. I sure wish the folks at my local Suby dealer were as genuinely kind and helpful as you are.
Thank you!
I'm in Idaho too! Have learned sooooo much from Alex. They fail tontell u important stuff like how to open the damn fuel door
I have a 2021 Forester and can connect Spotify through Bluetooth. I see what’s playing on the screen. When I use Waze, the directions come through on the speaker but no map shown on screen. I’m not using a usb. Any thoughts?
Hi, I have just bought a CarPlay and I can’t find how to get mirror on it. Can you help please do I have to get an app?
BTW Alex, your videos are very informative and I appreciate you taking the time to share them with us.
Great video Alex! It's a real adventure learning all about this car, but your presentations are clear and helpful.
I have a 2024 forester premium. Picked it up end of December. I have an android phone. Any tips on how to switch between maps and Amazon music in the display. My maps is the only thing i can use on the screen at one time. So much for hands free 😢
Hello
I have a 2019 imprezza and I have a direct fit phone mount to the left of the display
Now CarPlay has the icon selections (maps, podcasts,messages) on the left side of the display
And with the direct fit car mount, the icons are behind the phone
So I was wondering how to move the icons to the right part of the display screen so I can see them. I hope this makes sense. Lol
I wished Android Auto worked on my 2022 Subaru Outback. Spent hours on it and new cables and can't get past Communications error 8. Spent a lot of time making sure everything was up to date, even took car in for software update. Also spent hours trying every permutation of time settings on my car and phone as that is the primary reason for the error 8 so the internet says. Dang!
What is the difference waze, Maps and Google?
I want to hit car play and have directions on screen while I make phone call or take a call while keeping the map up on screen and not drop my directional map.
Also can I listen to a audio book while simultaneously having my directional map on screen?
I have 2023 forester and I have to connect my phone.
Im a new owner of a 24 OB, and my phone has been connected with android auto, but i cant figure out if texts only come through while Im in the android auto or will it also work if Im using the radio?
On the 2022 modells, do you need the phone connected at all time to have Android Auto activated? Or can you set it up once and use BluTooth the rest of the times after the setup?
2021 owner outback owner hook up phone with Samsung 22 phone. Hook up with wire and Android auto came up the first time used and now it doesn’t. Android auto app is greyed out. Nothing comes up on the screen. How do I correct?
When I plug my phone in the CarPlay app is still greyed out, I’ve updated tried different cords and still won’t work. Tried with the Siri to connect it and still nothing
Alex we have a 2022 Outback Wilderness when I try to hook my phone to the car for android auto we don't get the screen to accept it or auto show up on the screen. what could we be doing wrong?
Do I have to have phone plugged in to get all my phone apps on car screen? I get some using Bluetooth. But? Lol. Wondered if I could use my DoorDash app ? On car screen?
Quite truthfully, I still prefer my Garmin GPS. It gives me so much more info. I can rename my destinations & put them in categories so that I don't have to scroll thru a long list of destinations. For instance,, I have a FAMILY category and others are Healthcare, Grocery stores. Etc., Churches. So much more convenient!
I also prefer my Garmin. Trying to find a way to get my Garmin info to show on the infotainment screen. Have you had any luck continuing to use your Garmin?
I have a question about Apple CarPlay. I use Pandora. Only a few stations are showing up on the screen. Help. 😬
Kinda disappointed that you didn’t demonstrate playing music on Spotify and showing the cover album.
We just got out new Outback Saturday 🤗 We got the built iPhone charger 😜 Do you need to connect your charging cable when when connecting to Apple Car Play 🤔
Congrats! Yes, you'll need to connect to carplay with the USB cable. They don't have wireless carplay yet unfortunately. Still works out well though because you get to charge your phone at the same time.
How to I add U Tube Music app to my 2024 Subaru . Thanks.
I have a 2024 outback and it appears to be wireless carplay only. I could not get it to work wired only.
That info pad and everything displayed at any time needs to be voice controled. Those pads don't last forever especially when used by hand. There are already reports of trouble with them
The USB doesn't work in my 2017 Impreza, I read it's a common problem on Subaru.
I’m waiting for the 2024 Forester to come available.
My Apple car play work BUT when I try to open Spotify it will not load up but maps and phone will load up any one have any answers
As usual TOTALLY useless. Neither apple car play nor android thingy work on my 2019 Outback. Ive tried both phones and the apps on the car screen never highlight or connect.
have 2023 impreza tried to read all books but feel not know enough esp for defrosting help please
Hey, Alex. Really appreciate your videos. Found that a handicap mirror hanger can be read by the infrared monitor in the "brow" display - when you are in drive - and over-ride the heater settings as if you were using the hand gestures. Just a caution you may wish to pass on.
Subaru recommendeds to not have anything hanging from the mirror or on the dash as it can interfere with Eyesight
My state law is we’re not allowed to drive with handicapped placard hanging from the mirror, so it’s never an issue while in Drive.
When I plug my phone in . Either I phone or Samsung the icon doesn't light up.😊
Alex Just purchased a 2024 Forester how do I use apple car play on my new car?
Along with this, do you have any videos I heard that you can add your car key to an apple wallet. I'm currently waiting for my ordered Subaru to come in and I am trying to learn everything I can before it gets here.
Thank you Alex for your videos! I’m a owner of a “new to me” 2019 Subaru Forester Limited. Your videos have helped me so much! Keep up the great work!!!
Hello Alex. I'm subscribed to your channel. I have a 2022 Outback Touring. I had my dealership put the new update to change the lower area of the screen. My question is was there an automatic update recently because I connected my android phone to the car and my Google maps now is the same size on the screen as what you show for Auto car play. I was surprised and happy.
Could have been an automatic over-the-air update! I had a similar experience with mine.
I have an android phone. Can I use Apple Car Play in the car to access my iTunes library?
Hi alex. Thanks for the video.
I have outback 2017 and i dont think it has android car play.
How can i install the app in my car system please?
The only way to get it on the 2017 would be with an aftermarket head unit. I haven't personally used this but I have heard of others doing this and having a good experience with it.
Hi Alex. Can I watch youtube when I use apple car play? Thankss
love this tutorial! I’ve never had any “smart” cars before, so I’m excited that i get the chance to experience it with my new subaru. This video was so easy to understand and very helpful - thank you!
Thank you Meredith! I really appreciate your comment 😊
"24 Wilderness. Do I need USB cord to mirror my Android phone on the screen?
Not showing Android Auto is a bad call, especially when it's in the video title.
Just got a new 2024 Outback which happens to have the Tom Tom navigation option. Haven't had a chance to try it yet, but with Apple Car Play now being wireless I may never use it. Your videos are very helpful since this is the first Subaru I have had, so you are helping me learn about all the features that are packed into this car. 😊
Maybe you could get someone with an Android phone to let you show any differences between the two.
Hi Alex, just bought and drove home my new 2023 Outback Touring XT last night (mar 6, 2023). Today I have been looking at videos that pertain to my new vehicle. Your several videos are the BEST! Very informative. Thank You for giving me the confidence and knowledge to use all the features this vehicle has. Your presentation and voice levels are excellent. Thank You.
How do you voice command (ask) Siri for directions, on maps?
Alex, my apple carplay is greyed out. How do I fix this?
Hey Alex, Does Subaru 2018 model support apple car play? I bought it from Japan but could not connect it yet. Would be grateful if I get some suggestions. Regards
Interesting that you can buy it from Japan! What are the advantages to doing so?
Lmao and if my phone doesn’t have a charger? Mines wireless only.
Thanks Alex from down under Australia. On my 2019 Forester, the ”voice” button can also be used to do google searches even while navigating in maps. Eg. Check the population of the nearest town etc.. Great tutorial.
Helloo if the android auto play is not lit to be able to press on it could this be fixed?
Thanks for making all things Subaru easier for us to understand. We’re going to look at (buy?) an Ascent Onyx in a couple of days. We’ll trade in a very low mileage 2018 Subaru Forester which I think the dealership is excited to get … we will see. Thanks.
Hey Alex,
Love your vids, always seem to find something new about my car.
Do you know how to make android auto full screen work? When i use android auto, only the top half of the screen is used, and this deters me from using it because the map is tiny and hard to see.
I have a 2023 ascent. When I try to call someone you can't hear them but they can hear me, ive tried with android auto and judt bluetooth. I've tried disconnecting and reconnecting the phone. I tried resetting the radio. I adjusted all the sound settings and everything is up to date. Sound works great for everything else except when I try to call. Any idea?
I was going to suggest adjusting the mic settings within your car's touch screen. However, it sounds like you may have already done that. If that's the case, I'd suggest having a subaru technician look at it to see if something else is going on with it.
I found that with a wireless CarPlay adapter, you have better map functionality. You can now drag through the map with your finger rather than those irritating arrow buttons. I made a video to show you how it works:
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@Ryan Crase your video is "private." Nice...
Mine does not ask me anything to give permission to car play, it’s also not highlighted to press it. Help!!
I fixed it!!!!! I reseted the setting on the car and turned my phone off and back on. Then I checked on my phone settings/ general / car play is turned on. Then I connected my usb cable & long pressed the voice command on my steering wheel and it connected !!! Asked for permission- allowed and all set! Now I can see the car play button on my car apps nice and bright!
Thanks, I hope this helps more people as well!
alex, omit your coffee shop into as I am really trying to figure this out. i have a 17 subaru legacy . when I get in car what is my first step to get directions? please film closer to the screen in car bc I cannot see what you’re tapping on. please SLOW down.
Hi Deb, I'm sorry for the confusion. The 2017 Legacy doesn't have Apple Carplay or Android Auto
Congratulations on your new Outback. We are going to receive ours in January 2022 and so excited.
Excellent video Alex. Will try this feature from today..
Thanks!
Forgot to mention that Subaru sent an email with a link to your video.
Couple of questions on no CarPlay related topic.
My Outback 2021 makes three beeps warning when approaching some intersections with no other indication or message.
My guess it’s a warning about speed cameras but I am not sure. Can you please confirm or deny this?
The other question is a fundamental:) hence no front approach sensors installed (which is so stupid) I unable to find a way to park close to the obstacle which ever it may be. Camera can be used but this is not user friendly. All my other cars works similar to revers function (camera and approach alert) and It’s done automagically. My wife after first week of driving this vehicle managed to scratch front bumper.
Thanks
Indeed! The lack of front sensors in my ‘24 Ascent Touring really shocked me! I came from a MUCH less expensive ‘20 Ford Escape that DID have that. WHY OH WHY, SUBARU???
How do you get fullscreen android auto w WAZE
Does the phone always needs to be connected to the USB? I know others offer wireless CarPlay
Yes, for CarPlay to work it requires to be connected to the cable. You can still use Bluetooth wirelessly though to listen to music and make phone calls.
@@alexpmo Thanks for this video. I just picked up a 2022 Forester Sport. As a follow-up to this question, I've been able to use Bluetooth to make a call without attaching my phone via USB and Apple Car Play. Can I text using Bluetooth wirelessly? I've tried and the display says I have to download my phone book (which I have) and then it says I need to change a setting on my iphone. I've been unable to figure out what to change on the iphone.
Is there anyway to add to the Apple Play apps or delete some?
Something that you didnt touch on is that, at least on the wrx, android auto only utilizes half the screen. The bottom half literally stays as the radio portion, which is completely useless because I have android auto.
Yes, unfortunately Android limits this. We had the same issue with Apple at first but ultimately got around it. So that's why Apple CarPlay shows the full screen and Android Auto only displays half.
Cant even get android auto to work on my phone. Crappy app