Everything You Need to Know About Toyota Connect

Modern vehicles are more connected than ever. From roads and infrastructure to other vehicles and objects around, a car is connected to everything to make driving more autonomous and safe. Toyota Connect is one such smart mobile application that allows users to connect with their Toyota car. 

Let’s go through this complete guide on the Toyota Connect application and how it enhances vehicle performance and safety.

WHAT IS TOYOTA CONNECT?

Toyota Connect is a mobile application that one can connect to their vehicles to receive instant updates on different vehicle data. When the driver encounters any problem in the vehicle, they can instantly contact Toyota call centres with the application. That said, it makes your driving experience safer.

Here are the two main functions of Toyota Connect:

DRIVING DATA

If you connect the mobile application to the infotainment system of the car, you can view the following information that is displayed on the dashboard:

• Dashboard Status: Check the fuel consumption and available fuel from the mobile application. Also, you can view the driving range on the available fuel.
• Mileage: View the daily, weekly, or monthly mileage covered.
• Driving Time: Check the time you spend driving daily, weekly, or monthly.

WARNING NOTIFICATIONS

Modern vehicles use car computers to determine the functioning of different sensors. That said, cars that come with the Toyota Connect feature can alert the owners with the following notifications:

• If any problem occurs in any car sensors type, the mobile application will send instant notifications.
• Although not all warnings are displayed, here are a few dashboard warning lights that are sent as alerts on the mobile app:

• ABS warning light
• Slip indicator
• Brake system warning light
• Check engine light
• Battery warning light

Besides, it is important to note that all warnings are not sent via mobile app and some warning notifications depend upon the Toyota model you own.

TOYOTA CONNECTED DA

Modern car systems include onboard systems to check the warning signs by connecting an Onboard (OBD) scanner. Similarly, Toyota Connected DA is an onboard system that owners can connect via mobile application. That said, connecting to the mobile application helps receive vehicle information, warnings, and other driving information and data.

Here’s how you can connect to the Toyota Connected DA via smartphone.

HOW CAN I CONNECT MY PHONE TO THE TOYOTA CONNECTED DA?

You can connect your phone to the Toyota Connected DA through the following steps:

• Download the Toyota Connect mobile app (Android or iOS)
• Use Bluetooth pairing to connect the mobile app and Toyota Connected DA
• Open the mobile application again and you will be able to display all the vehicle information.

Moreover, you will need your vehicle identification number (VIN) to register for the Connected DA services. Besides, if you buy a used Toyota car in the UAE with the Connected DA, you will require permission from the first owner to use the mobile application. However, if you buy a new Toyota car from the dealership, you can take assistance from that showroom and connect to the Connected DA.

FEATURES OF TOYOTA SMART CONNECT

Toyota Smart Connect is an infotainment system that can be connected via your mobile application. Here are a few features that one can use from the Toyota Connect mobile application:

NOTIFICATION ABOUT NEW SERVICES

When any new service or update is launched, the users receive a notification about the new update in the infotainment system. 

ROUTE YOUR JOURNEY

Toyota Connect application users can route their journey according to the traffic. Furthermore, the application allows users to route their long adventure trips and journeys through the mobile application.

FIND YOUR CAR

Since the car onboard system will be connected to the mobile, users can access the car location from the GPS navigation system. Moreover, it is an added advantage to using automotive telematics. Even if you forget where you parked your car, you can find your car using this mobile application. 

REMOTE CAR CLIMATE CONTROL

Through the Toyota Connect mobile application, users can operate many features such as the climate control system in the car. That said, users can operate car AC in the summer or defrost the car in winter before getting on the road.

TIPS ON CHARGING PLUG-IN HYBRIDS

Toyota has launched several plug-in hybrid cars such as the Prius. App users can view the tips and notifications on charging their Toyota plug-in hybrid car. 

ANDROID AUTO AND APPLE CARPLAY

Toyota Connect app is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay features. Users can operate the Connected DA features via the mobile application. For instance, Toyota Raize 2022 and new models include Toyota Connect as the standard feature.

This was all about the Toyota Connect app features and functions that are available in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain. Besides, you can find the following latest Toyota models in the listings of used cars in the UAE that come with the Connected DA feature:

• Used Toyota Raize in the UAE
• Pre-owned Toyota Fortuner in the UAE
• Second-hand Toyota Hilux in the UAE

Stay tuned to the UAE’s leading auto blog to find out more about new automotive mobile applications and features assisting in a better driving experience.