SUBARU FORESTER 2021 Getting Started Guide

4. On your Android device, go to “Settings”. (It can be
found under apps.) Then select “Connected
Devices” or “Connections”.
5. Now select “Bluetooth”. This will show a screen to
“Pair New Device” or it will be showing the nearby
devices to add. Select “Subaru BT” if shown on the
list or “Pair New Device”.
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6. Now select "OK" to pair with Subaru BT and select
“Confirm” on the Touchscreen if the PIN matches
the phone.
7. Make sure to allow access to your contacts
and call history and select “Download” to
download the phonebook contacts.
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8. If your phonebook or messages are not
appearing, press the “Phone” icon on the
Home screen. Next, select “Change
Device” in the Overview menu and ensure
the “Phonebook Download” is enabled.
9. If you still cannot access your phonebook
or messages, go back to your phone’s
Bluetooth
®settings and select the gear
icon next to your vehicle’s device name and
ensure all settings are enabled.
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Pairing an iOS/Apple Device
1. Start by selecting “Settings” on the Home
screen.
2. Go to the “Phone” screen and select “Add
Device” / “Add Phone”.
3. This screen will be displayed when pairing
mode is in progress. The device name will
most likely be Subaru BT, but be sure to
make note of what name it is, so you can
find it on your phone.
4. On your iOS/Apple device, select “Settings”. The
location on the Home screen will vary.
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5. Select “Bluetooth”.
6. Now select the device name (usually “Subaru BT”)
on the Touchscreen.
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7. Verify your iOS/Apple device PIN is correct and
select “Pair” on your phone and “Confirm” on the
Touchscreen.
8. Select “Allow” on the “Allow Contacts and
Favorites Sync?” screen, then select “Download” to
download the phonebook contacts.
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9. On your iOS/Apple device, SubaruBT should now
be listed under “Bluetooth Settings”. Select the
blue “i” next to the device name. Then ensure
“Show Notifications” and “Sync Contacts” are
enabled.
10. Your iOS/Apple device is now paired. It is
recommended that you restart your Subaru to
complete the process and ensure everything is
fully synced.
11. If your phonebook or messages are not
appearing, press the “Phone” icon on the
Home screen. Next, select “Change
Device” in the Overview menu and ensure
the “Phonebook Download” is enabled.
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ANDROID AUTO™
Cables
Always use a high-quality OEM USB cable.
Ensure the Android phone is fully up to date. Also verify that the
Android Auto app, along with all other apps that work with Android
Auto, are up to date. Android Auto might not function properly if one
of them is outdated or having an issue. The apps can be
downloaded from the Play Store.
For more information, visit:www.android.com/auto/
Connecting an Android Phone
1. To set up Android Auto, first plug the
Android phone into the USB port of the
vehicle using a quality OEM cable. The first
time you plug in, this message will appear.
Select “Accept”. After that, select “Accept”
to any other prompts that appear. Android
Auto might also need to download before
functioning on the vehicle; allow it to do so.
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2. On the vehicle display screen, Android Auto
should auto launch the first time. If not,
select the Android Auto Icon on the display.
Select “Show Me How” for a quick guide
on using Android Auto, or select “Skip” if
you want to start using the app right away.
3. You will then be taken to the Home screen
of the Android Auto app for your phone.
4. If Android Auto won’t launch, open the
Android Auto app on the phone, then select
the top left menu button. Select “Settings”,
then “Connected Cars”, and finally select
the top right menu icon and choose “Forget
all cars”.
If this does not work, uninstall the Android
Auto app from the phone and reinstall from
the Play Store.
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Compatible Models
Android Auto is available on Android phones. To see if your phone is
compatible, please refer to the Android Auto website:
https://www.android.com/phones/
APPLE CARPLAY®
Cables
Apple CarPlay requires compatible iPhones to be connected via
your Subaru’s USB port. Cables must be an 8-Pin Lightning MFi
Certified cable (made for iPod/iPhone). Look for the Works with
Apple CarPlay or Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad icons when selecting
a cable.
For more information, visit:www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Connecting an iPhone
1. To set up Apple CarPlay, you will need to
plug the iOS/Apple phone into the USB port
of the vehicle. Make sure to use an MFi
certified cable.
2. Select “Allow” on the iOS/Apple phone
when prompted.
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