If activation is successful, a confirmation
appears on the control display.
2. Press the voice control button on
the steering wheel to cancel the smart-
phone voice control.
System limits
▷ The Personal Assistant provides informa-
tion about vehicle functions that may not be
installed in the vehicle. This also applies to
safety functions and systems.
▷ Certain noises can be detected and may
lead to problems. Keep the doors and win-
dows closed.
▷ Noises from the front passenger or occu-
pants can impair the system. Avoid making
other noise in the vehicle while speaking.
▷ Major language dialects can cause prob-
lems with the speech recognition feature.
▷ A poor data connection influences the re-
sponse time of the Personal Assistant and
the Search.
Connecting mobile devices
to the vehicle
Principle
Various connection types are available for us-
ing mobile devices in the vehicle. The connec-
tion type to select depends on the mobile de-
vice and the desired function.
General information
Detailed information on the functions and con-
nection types can be found in the following
media in the Owner's Manual under the speci-
fied keyword:
▷ Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle.
▷ Printed Owner's Manual for navigation,
communication and entertainment.
The following information sources can also be
used:
▷ Driver’s Guide app.
▷ Driver’s Guide Web.
Safety information
Warning
Operating the integrated information systems
and communication devices while driving can
distract from surrounding traffic. It is possi-
ble to lose control of the vehicle. There is
a risk of accident. Only use the systems or
devices when the traffic situation allows. As
warranted, stop and use the systems and de-
vices while the vehicle is stationary.
Overview
The following overview shows possible func-
tions and the suitable connection types for
them. The functions available depend on the
vehicle equipment and connected mobile de-
vice.
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