Infotainment system Connecting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to a CUPRA Formentor

Disclaimer: This guide is provided for general information only. Features, menus and connection steps may vary depending on your CUPRA Formentor model year, software version, phone model and phone operating system. Always refer to your vehicle handbook or contact your CUPRA retailer if you are unsure.

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This guide explains how to connect your phone to a CUPRA Formentor using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. The process can be done either with a USB cable or wirelessly, depending on your phone and vehicle settings.

Before You Start​

Make sure your phone has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi switched on. If you are using a cable connection, use a good-quality USB cable that supports data transfer, not just charging.

For this guide, we are using the wireless connection method.

Step 1: Open Full Link on the CUPRA Screen​

From the CUPRA Formentor home screen, look for Full Link.

Tap Full Link and the system will show the available options for connecting your phone, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

If no phone has been connected before, the screen may show a message such as No known Full Link devices.

Step 2: Check Device Management​

Tap Device Management.

If no devices are currently paired, the list will be empty. You should also see the car’s device name displayed. This is the name your phone will look for when pairing.

Step 3: Check Bluetooth Visibility​

If you need to check or change the car’s Bluetooth settings:

1. Go to Settings on the car’s infotainment screen.
2. Open the Bluetooth settings.
3. Make sure Visibility is switched on.
4. Check the Device Name.

You can change the device name if required by tapping on it and entering a new name. This can be useful if you have more than one CUPRA or regularly pair different phones.

Step 4: Connect an iPhone Using Apple CarPlay​

On your iPhone:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to General.
3. Tap CarPlay.
4. Wait for the CUPRA to appear in the list of available vehicles.

On the CUPRA screen, tap the option to start connecting via CarPlay.

When the car’s name appears on your iPhone, tap it to begin pairing.

Step 5: Confirm the Pairing Code​

A pairing code will appear on both the car screen and your phone.

Check that the numbers match.

On your iPhone, tap Pair.

On the CUPRA screen, confirm by tapping Yes.

Your iPhone may then ask whether you want to connect to CarPlay. Tap Connect.

If prompted to choose between Bluetooth and CarPlay, select CarPlay.

Step 6: Use Apple CarPlay​

Once connected, Apple CarPlay will open on the CUPRA infotainment screen.

You can now use compatible apps such as:

• Maps
• Phone
• Messages
• Music
• Podcasts
• Other supported CarPlay apps

If you return to the main CUPRA menu, you should now see that Full Link has changed to CarPlay.

To return to Apple CarPlay at any time, simply tap CarPlay from the menu.

Connecting Android Auto​

The process for Android Auto is very similar.

From the CUPRA screen:

1. Open Full Link.
2. Select Android Auto.
3. Follow the pairing instructions on your Android phone.
4. Confirm any Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Android Auto prompts shown on the phone and the car screen.

Once connected, Android Auto will appear on the infotainment screen and can be accessed from the main menu in the same way as Apple CarPlay.

How to Disconnect or Remove a Phone​

If you want to remove a connected phone from the CUPRA Formentor:

1. Go to Settings on the infotainment screen.
2. Select Network.
3. Open Mobile Devices.
4. Find the phone or CarPlay/Android Auto connection in the list.
5. Select the device.
6. Choose the option to remove or forget the device.

Once removed, the phone will no longer be connected to the car.

The menu will return from CarPlay or Android Auto back to Full Link, allowing you to connect a new device.

Troubleshooting Tips​

If your phone does not appear, check that Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled on your phone.

If wireless connection does not work, try connecting with a USB cable first.

If the pairing fails, remove the device from both the car and the phone, then start the process again.

For Apple CarPlay, check that CarPlay is enabled on your iPhone under Settings > General > CarPlay.

For Android Auto, make sure Android Auto is installed and up to date if required by your phone.

Summary​

To connect Apple CarPlay or Android Auto to a CUPRA Formentor, open Full Link, choose the relevant phone connection option, pair your device, confirm the code, and follow the prompts on your phone.

Once connected, the system will remember your phone, making it quicker to reconnect next time.

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This guide and accompanying video were produced in collaboration with Swansway Motor Group.