Android Auto via USB –
- Connect your Android phone to your Mercedes-Benz C-Class USB port using an original USB data cable.
- Accept Android Auto terms and conditions in your vehicle, if any appear.
- You may be prompted to give certain permissions to Android Auto app on your phone, like managing phone calls and SMS messages. Grant all required permissions.
- After a few seconds Android Auto will launch on your C-Class’ infotainment screen.
If you’re unsure which USB port supports Android Auto on your particular C-Class variant, then consult your vehicle’s owners manual – or you can try plugging in the cable, one by one, in all the USB ports in dashboard and center console. 
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How do I get Android Auto to work?
Step 2. Connect your phone – Important: The first time you connect your phone to the car, you’re required to pair your phone and car via Bluetooth. For best results, keep Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Location Services turned on during setup. Make sure your car is in park (P) and allow time to set up Android Auto before you start your drive.
Plug a USB cable into your vehicle’s USB port and plug the other end of the cable into your Android phone. Your phone might ask you to download the Android Auto app or update to the newest version of the app. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup.
Does Android Auto work over Bluetooth?
Can I use Android Auto when my phone is connected only by Bluetooth? It depends on how your vehicle is equipped. On some models, you can use Android Auto wireless without plugging in if you have a compatible phone. On other models, your device must be tethered by a USB cord to use Android Auto.
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Can Android Auto be used without USB?
While you can definitely use Android Auto without a USB, you will still need a USB for the initial setup. After you’ve connected your phone to your vehicle, you can then wirelessly use your Android to connect to your favorite apps.
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How do I know if my car has wireless Android Auto?
What is wireless Android Auto, and how does it work? – Wireless Android Auto connects your handset directly to your car’s head unit via Wi-Fi. Once you complete the initial setup, Android Auto automatically connects your phone to your vehicle’s infotainment screen each time you get into your vehicle. 
Like standard Android Auto, wireless AA essentially overrides your car’s native infotainment system, and lets your phone do the heavy lifting. It requires a compatible head unit and in-vehicle Wi-Fi; Bluetooth is incapable of transmitting enough data to support wireless AA.
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Can I control my Mercedes from my phone?
The Mercedes me connect App – Available on Android and iOS The Mercedes me connect app gives you total control over your Mercedes-Benz, housing all of your remote access services, from Remote Engine Start to Vehicle Locator. Download the app today to take full advantage of your Mercedes me connect services. Available on iOS and Android
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How do I connect my Samsung to my Mercedes?
To pair your Apple or Android device to your Mercedes-Benz, first go to your settings and confirm that Bluetooth® is on and the phone is discoverable. On the infotainment screen of your Mercedes, select the Phone icon and open the Device Manager, there should be a prompt to connect a new device.
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All you need is a Mercedes me user account and a link to Mercedes me connect for your vehicle. Then select a map region on the Mercedes me Portal and the navigation map data will be updated automatically via mobile communication.
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Can you use Android Auto while driving?
Pixel 3 & later: Set up driving mode – If you’re pairing your phone with your car for the first time, learn how to connect via Bluetooth or fix car pairing,
- Open your phone’s Settings app.
- Tap Connected devices Connection preferences Driving mode,
- Tap Behavior,
- To use your phone while driving, tap Open Android Auto. Learn about Android Auto,
- To not use your phone while driving, tap Turn on Do Not Disturb, Learn about Do Not Disturb,
- Tap Turn on automatically,
- Pixel 3 & later: If you connect to your car via Bluetooth, tap When connected to Bluetooth, Then pick your car,
- Pixel 3 only: If your car doesn’t work with Bluetooth, tap When driving is detected,
Tip: If you have a Pixel 3 or later, your phone can detect if you’ve been in a car crash. Learn how to get help in an emergency using your Pixel phone,
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Why is my Android Auto not connecting to my car?
If you can’t connect, try unplugging the USB cable and reconnecting it again. If possible, try restarting your car’s infotainment system, then try to connect again. If Android Auto has previously worked with your device and car, it is likely that the problem is with your cable.
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How do I put my Mercedes in pairing mode?
How to Set up Bluetooth® in Your Mercedes-Benz – Bluetooth® wirelessly connects your mobile device to your Mercedes-Benz infotainment system allowing you to perform handsfree calls, music streaming, turn-by-turn navigation, and much more. Mercedes-Benz of Stevens Creek is here to help with a step-by-step guide on how to pair your mobile device to your new Mercedes-Benz infotainment system with Bluetooth®.
Press the phone button on your steering wheel, and the infotainment system will directly jump into the pairing menu. You can also access the pairing function by selecting the phone option from the home menu.To connect, make sure your mobile device’s Bluetooth® is visible, and the device list is visible during the complete pairing process.On your infotainment screen, Select “Connect a New device”, then “Start Search on System”.Choose the mobile device you would like to pair from the list of available devices. A code will then display on the infotainment screen and on your device.If the codes match, confirm the code on your mobile device.Your mobile device and Mercedes-Benz infotainment system are now connected via Bluetooth®.
For more information on your Mercedes-Benz infotainment system, or how to pair your devices with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, please feel free to contact us to speak with a knowledgeable team member.
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