3 Easy Methods to Completely Disable Android Auto on Your Phone

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Learn how to prevent Android Auto from starting automatically

Co-authored by Darlene Antonelli, MA Reviewed by Jason Shackelford

Last Updated: November 9, 2024 Fact Checked

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Is there anything more annoying than Android Auto always connecting to your car whenever you start it? You might not want to automatically connect if the screen in your car is broken, or if you notice apps aren't working properly in your car. This wikiHow article shows you how to turn off Android Auto from your phone and your car, as well as how to prevent it from coming on in the future.

Quick Steps

Open Settings.
Tap Apps.
Tap All Apps or Show system apps if needed.
Tap Android Auto.
Tap Disable.

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Open Settings on your Android
. Tap the app icon that looks like a gear. If you swipe down from the top of your screen, the Quick Panel will appear as well as the gear icon.
- This is the easiest way to prevent Android Auto from interacting with your car.
If you only see a list of some of your apps, you may need to tap All apps first.

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Tap Android Auto. It's next to an icon that looks like a blue "^".
- If you don't see it here, you need to tap All apps first or toggle "Show system apps".
You'll see this in the bottom left corner of your screen.
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Tap Disable app to confirm. Androids running an older version of the OS can tap Uninstall to get rid of the app.
- If you want to use Android Auto again, you can simply tap Enable here or reinstall the app.

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Tap the app icon that looks like a gear. If you swipe down from the top of your screen, the Quick Panel will appear as well as the gear icon.
If you only see a list of some of your apps, you may need to tap All apps first.
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Tap Android Auto. It's next to an icon that looks like a blue "^".
- If you don't see it here, you need to tap All apps first or toggle "Show system apps".
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Tap Configure in Android Auto. It's near the bottom of the menu and will not appear if you have the app disabled.
- If you don't see this option, tap Enable, close Settings, and return to the Android Auto menu.
This opens a menu.
The menu will instantly close with your selection and let you know that the app needs to be restarted for the changes to take place.
With this new setting, Android Auto will pop up again for one more drive, but the app will not connect in the future. Instead, you will see a notification in your bar that suggests for you to use Android Auto.^{[1]
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Go to your car's connection settings. The option you'll need to select will vary depending on your car. You'll usually see a Settings option or a phone icon.^{[2]
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- If you can't find your car's connection settings, consult your user manual.
Lots of car makers hide this menu within Connection Settings, Phone List, or Android Auto Preferences.
A set of options will appear.^{[3]
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Turn off smartphone integration or Android Auto. You'll usually need to select an option called Disable, Disconnect, or Disable Android Auto. The wording depends on the model of your car, but you'll be able to turn off Android Auto without sacrificing Bluetooth or being able to use your phone.
- You can also use a power-only USB port to prevent transmitting data and triggering Android Auto. Or you can buy a charging adapter that plugs into your car's 12v port to charge your phone.