About 6 months ago I started having issues with my 2021 CX-5 connecting to Android Auto. At the time I was having other issues with my phone so I thought it was related to the phone. However, I've since upgraded to a new Pixel 7 Pro and tried 3 different cables and the problem remains.
It’s awkward. It’s awkward in the Mazda-designed UX that was specifically designed to work with this setup, and it’s even more awkward when using something like Android Auto or Apple CarPlay – interfaces whose designs are based on phone interfaces that were really only meant to be manipulated via a touchscreen. If using the touchscreen, press 99. This starts the software update process. If not using the touchscreen then just press the centre knob to the left (like 2 or 3 times depending on where you were previously) until you see 99 on the screen. Press ok to activate that command. This will start the software update process. Learn how to connect Android Auto to your Mazda 3 & Mazda CX-30 that features Mazda Connect, so you can access important functions.On the Infotainment System nAcDVCH.
