Android Auto not working with Pixel 7/Pro [Fixed]

Sadique Hassan•Updated Aug 4, 2023

[New updates are being added at the bottom] In this guide, we will show you the steps to fix the issue of Android Auto not working with Pixel 7/Pro. This functionality from the Silicon Valley giant allows you to easily mirror numerous features of your Android device, directly to your car’s dashboard entertainment head unit. However, as of now, it seems to be going through a rough patch, as far as the latest Pixel is concerned. Numerous Pixel 7/Pro users have voiced their concern that Android Auto is not working with their phones.

The issue isn’t with Android Auto because it’s working well and good with the Pixel 6 series and earlier devices, so the culprit is definitely the newest Pixel releases. However, the issue is affecting the wireless connection, the wired one is free from this bug. But since most users opt for the wireless mode itself, this issue is currently impacting a large share of the user base. If you are also in the same boat, then this guide will make you aware of a nifty workaround to rectify this issue. Follow along.

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Fix Android Auto not working with Pixel 7/Pro

First off, delete your phone from the list of known devices on the car.
Likewise, delete the car from the list of known devices on your phone.
Now restart your phone. Then start your car and go to Main Menu > Apps > Installed Apps.
Then go to Update apps and services and wait for the update to complete.
Now restart your car system. The screen will switch off, and the system will start again.
Then on the car, go to Media > Mobile Devices > Add Device and select Internet, app (via Wi-Fi).
Scan the QR code with your Pixel 7/Pro to connect to the desired Wi-Fi network.
Once done, again go to Add Device but this time select Phone calls and audio.
On your Pixel 7/Pro, go to Settings > Connected Devices > Pair New Device.
You should now see your car in the list of devices, select it. Then choose Pair on both devices.
Now just follow the onscreen instructions on your phone and car to complete the remaining setup.

That’s it. These were the steps to fix the issue of Android Auto not working with Pixel 7/Pro. If you have any queries concerning the aforementioned steps, do let us know in the comments. We will get back to you with a solution at the earliest.

UPDATE [July 2023]: Android Auto once again not working on Pixel 7/Pro

It seems the Android Auto and Pixel 7/Pro can never go hand in hand as the former is once again giving quite a tough time to many. As is evident from these multiple Reddit threads and Google’s support forums, users are either unable to establish a wireless Android Auto connection or if the connection gets established, then it is inconsistent in nature. If you are also facing this issue, then apart from the first fix listed above, here are some of the others fixes worthy of your attention.

Turn Off Spatial Audio

Some users were able to rectify this issue after turning off Spatial Audio. So do give this tweak a try using the below-listed steps and check out the result.