How to Play Amazon Music on Android Auto [2024 Latest]

By Adam Gorden Updated on September 30, 2024

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Are you ready to supercharge your car audio experience with Amazon Music on Android Auto? As Android Auto expands its reach to more cars, it's now embracing popular streaming services like Amazon Music. With access to your favorite tracks and even "Prime" titles included in your Prime membership, having Amazon Music on Android Auto is a game-changer.

In the upcoming sections, we'll dive into two methods to seamlessly add Amazon Music to your Android Auto setup. Whether you're commuting to work or embarking on a road trip, this guide will show you how to bring the magic of Amazon Music to your car's dashboard. Let's dive in and enhance your car audio, making every drive a musical adventure.

Part 1. How to Set Up Amazon Music and Android Auto

Does Amazon Music work on Android Auto? Sure, Amazon Music is compatible with Android Auto. You can get Amazon Music on your Android Auto from the Google Play Store on your phone. Before that, here are some considerations you should pay attention to:

  • Verify that your car's infotainment system supports Android Auto.
  • You'll need an Android smartphone running Android 6.0 or higher.
  • Ensure your Android smartphone phone is connected to your mobile data network.
  • If you don't have an Amazon Music account already, sign up for an Amazon Music account. You can choose between the Amazon Music Prime or Amazon Music Unlimited for a broader selection of songs.

Once you satisfy the above prerequisites, follow the steps below to set up Amazon Music on your Android Auto.

Step 1. Launch the Google Play Store on your Android smartphone, then search for Amazon Music.

Step 2. Tap Download if you haven't installed it yet. If it's already installed, check for updates by looking for the Update button.

Step 3. Open the Amazon Music app on your Android smartphone to make sure you're signed in to your Amazon Music account.

Step 4. Launch the Android Auto app on your smartphone. If you have Android 9 or below, you can get the Android Auto app on your phone. With Android 10, Android Auto is built in, so you don't need the app to get started.

Step 5. Select General, and locate Customize launcher in the Display section which allows you to choose which apps display in Android Auto and how they appear on the car screen launcher.

Step 6. Select Amazon Music to add it to the Android Auto launcher.

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Tips

    If you want select Amazon Music on the Android Auto home screen or use voice commands to play your favorite Amazon music, you set it as the default music player by clicking on Settings > Media > Media apps within your Android Auto app, then select Amazon Music as the default player.

Part 2. How to Play Amazon Music on Android Auto

Once Amazon Music app and Android Auto are installed in your phone, the next step is to connect your phone to your car via USB cable or Bluetooth, depending on your car mode. Before starting, ensure your car is safely parked (in Park or P mode) with the infotainment system turned on. Allow a few moments for Android Auto to initiate before you begin driving.

  • Via USB Cable

    1. Open the Amazon Music app on your phone, then log in to your account.
    2. Plug one end of a USB cable into your vehicle's dedicated USB port (usually found in the car's console) and connect the other end into your smartphone.
    3. Look at your car's infotainment screen and follow the on-screen instructions to set up Android Auto. If prompted, update the Android Auto app on your smartphone before proceeding.
    4. On the Android Auto interface, find and tap the Amazon Music app icon to open it. Now you can browse your music library and start playing your favorite tracks.
  • Wirelessly via Bluetooth (First-time connection)

    1. Make sure your smartphone's Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Location Services are enabled for a smooth setup.
    2. Open the Settings on your phone and turn Bluetooth on.
    3. Press and hold the voice command button on your car's steering wheel to start pairing a new device. If the pairing menu doesn't appear, consult your car manufacturer's instructions for guidance.
    4. voice command button on android auto

    5. Choose your phone and confirm to connect it to your car via Bluetooth.
    6. Once you connect your phone to your car, hit on the app launcher on your car's screen.
    7. Find Amazon Music icon and log in with your account, then you can play Amazon music freely.

Extra Tip: Navigating Amazon Music on Android Auto

  • Browse Music: Use the touchscreen or voice commands to search for songs, albums, artists, or playlists.
  • Play Music:  Tap on a song or playlist to start playback. You can also use voice commands like "Hey Google, play [song/artist/album] on Amazon Prime/Unlimited."
  • Explore Playlists:  Discover curated playlists and genres for a personalized listening experience.
  • Adjust Settings:  Customize your audio preferences, such as equalizer settings and playback quality.

Part 3. How to Fix Amazon Music Not Working on Android Auto

While using Amazon Music with Android Auto, you may encounter some common issues. Below are some quick fixes to help you address these problems:

  1. Check that your device is connected to stable and safe Wi-Fi or a mobile network.
  2. Check whether you are using a faulty USB cable or not.
  3. If you're using a mobile network, verify that the Amazon Music app settings permit cellular data usage.
  4. Try closing the Amazon Music app and reopening it.
  5. Updating to the latest version of the app and clearing the app cache may help fix playback problems.
  6. Make sure your device can handle a bit depth of 16-bit and a sample rate of at least 44.1 kHz, if it doesn't support HD and Ultra HD playback.
  7. Open the Amazon Music app to lower the audio quality in Settings.
  8. amazon music audio quality setting

If the issue still persists, this article may help you:

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How to Fix Amazon Music Not Working on Android Auto

Wondering why Amazon Music not working on Android Auto? Here we give you reasons and solutions to solve it.

Part 4. Best Method to Play Amazon Music on Android Auto [Free & Offline]

Tired of the limitations that can come with streaming music in your car via services like Amazon Music on Android Auto? Want the flexibility to listen to your favorite Amazon Music tracks on your terms, even without an internet connection? Here's the best solution!

For Amazon Music Prime and Unlimited users who wish to enjoy on-demand music in their car without the potential limitations of Android Auto, you can achieve this by downloading songs from Amazon Music and converting them to MP3 format using VIWizard Amazon Music Converter.

Thing You'll Need: ViWizard Amazon Music Converter

With ViWizard Amazon Music Converter, you gain the power to download all your favorite tunes from Amazon Music as local files. What sets VIWizard apart is its ability to convert Amazon Music tracks into various formats, including MP3, AAC, FLAC, WAV, M4A, and M4B. This means you can have your music in the format that suits your needs, making it compatible with a wide range of devices, including your car's audio system.

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Key Features of ViWizard Amazon Music Converter

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  • Download songs from Amazon Music Prime, Unlimited, and HD Music
  • Convert Amazon Music songs to MP3, AAC, M4A, M4B, FLAC, and WAV
  • Retain the original ID3 tags and lossless audio quality of Amazon Music
  • Support customizing the output audio parameters for Amazon Music

Step 1Add Amazon Titles to ViWizard

Launch the ViWizard software to open the Amazon Music desktop to add music tracks from it. Select "Prime" or "Unlimited" titles to drag and drop them to ViWizard's screen.

add amazon music songs

Step 2Set Output Format

To set output format, open ViWizard's app menu at the top to select Preferences. In the pop-up window, click Converted. For output format, set the it as MP3, then OK to save this change.

select the output format

Step 3Download Amazon Titles for Android Auto

Click the Convert at the bottom to start the conversion at a 5x speed. Once the conversion is finished, Amazon Music downloads is complete with success!

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Step 4Transfer Converted Amazon Titles to USB

With a USB drive, it's a short process to move all the converted Amazon Music files to it. Once the transfer process completes, disconnect the USB drive and plug it in the car - like on Tesla and more. You can find the Amazon Music files to stream it offline during driving!

Conclusion

Don't let the constraints of streaming music limit your enjoyment. Experience the freedom and flexibility of VIWizard Amazon Music Converter today and take your Amazon Music collection to new heights, including a more enhanced and unrestricted Amazon Music Android Auto experience. Download now to start your music liberation journey.

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