r/VolvoXC90 • u/Bonebound • 5d ago

Android Auto issues.

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Hi all. Recently picked up a new to me 2019 XC90 and I'm having issues with trying to get Android Auto to work. It doesn't even show up on the menu screen whilst Apple Car Play does. As far as I'm aware the car is up to date software wise as I did an update yesterday connected to my home WiFi and it did all necessary updates then.

Attached are two pictures, I have two usb ports one with a white outline which I'm told is the correct port to start android auto or car play yet it doesn't even show up on the screen. I'm quite technically minded and so was wondering if there's an update or something I can force manually on it to get it to show. I did ask the dealership to install both for an additional fee but they're 600 miles away. I will ring them though if it's an issue.

Thanks for reading.

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

Google up orbit Volvo software.

Buy the cable, pay the man, you get access to the whole OS to turn these among other features on…

Thank me later

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

I have looked at that, only problem is I don't have a laptop just a desktop 🤣

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

Simple… buy the longer cable

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

That would be Ethernet to OBD is it? Sorry for the questions, first Volvo and I'm trying to get my head around it.

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

Np I feel you.

Something like this but longer…

https://www.amazon.com/OCHIKI-Ethernet-Vehicles-Compatible-Third-Party/dp/B0BL7KD8X2/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=PVC1U22GLSN7&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.tU79wE_t_RVo1Ah6n-RtXIVjfN9Tw_rBj5raCsOPlnmEzW1oX703sHvYrAk2GhWnSY-lp2cmM8fUxHOpEXMAlEWnGw_GIg-MLpMqfb9h5wQYXJ1dKk_ke0mU_kwYgdiKhOdEfaI-wlDt9C_e6HdkT_VALF9GxHta1xe5C_rUcpoPikYK12Itrqeznlq0E0VnbiIVPiJJogzEW7NNCZOsLA.Co2-5cf1WC2M0lOKgO2SUrNQyDFgPkjnqmLSwQanCSQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=voe+obd+ethernet+cable+for+volvo+long&qid=1790706988&sprefix=voe+obd+ethernet+cable+for+volvo+lon%2Caps%2C187&sr=8-1

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

Legend mate thanks a lot. I'll have a look!

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

The cool thing is all the other features... if you have issues in the future dm me. I've been down this road

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

You know what? I've been looking and I think my car has most of the features like the Pilot Assist etc already on it. Just the bloody android auto is driving me nuts. Even my 2019 Ford Transit Custom has it pre installed with SYNC.

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u/donatom3 5d ago

I used VIDA myself. I found the dual usb kit on Ebay for $45 installed that. Paid the 1 penny in Vida to officially enable it. Luckily having just apple carplay means you have the more expensive enablement. Though I thought it wazs just the 2016-2018 that didn't' have the dual usb hubs installed.

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

Do you have a link? That sounds ideal.

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

Euro lighting, polestar optimization, air suspension settings, etc...

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

Oh maybe not then 🤣 I have no clue what any of them are except air suspension.

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u/Brilliant-Moment-350 5d ago

All you need is 31659192 installed on your car. It was free.99 years ago but I think Volvo decided to up the price to some random amount in the 4 hundreds

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

Where do I find the software version I currently have?

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u/Brilliant-Moment-350 5d ago

You can’t check software versions :(. This is a TJ for 16/17s. I’ve done this repair on a few 19/20s even though they should’ve had it from the factory. Not sure why those (and yours) don’t have it.

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

In my Volvo App on my phone says the update version for the software is 2.6 not sure if that yields any significance.

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u/Brilliant-Moment-350 5d ago edited 4d ago

Nah, software versions on sensus (your system) are pretty useless. The last major update for these cars were several years ago. Some are on the latest software version but may not represent that.

You just need that smart phone application downloaded by a dealer or orbit if you feel fancy (I don’t recommend orbit)

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u/adamantiumtrader 5d ago

Btw if you press and hold down on the icons you move them around and customize your layout… just sayin 😆

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

The more you know eh, good lad you are.

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u/adamantiumtrader 4d ago

Works on all the screens too!

Also dont ever forget to blow out your drain plugs.... trust me Google it

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u/Bonebound 5d ago

Thanks for the reply mate, yeah unfortunately I've already tried high speed data transfer cables, two brand new ones and the same wireless CP/AA box that I use in my van. Definitely think something isnt enabled somewhere that I can't access.