Tethering (Wi-Fi sharing)

When the vehicle is connected to the Internet, this connection can be shared (tethered) with other devices1.
The network service provider (the SIM card) must support tethering.
Open the center display's Top view.
Tap SettingsCommunicationVehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot.
Tap Network name and assign a name to the hotspot.
Tap Password and create a password to be used by devices trying to connect (tether) to the hotspot.
Tap Frequency band and select a frequency that the hotspot will use to transmit data. This may not be possible in all markets.
Activate/deactivate by tapping the Vehicle Wi-Fi Hotspot box.
If another connection has been used previously, confirm the change of connections.
It is now possible for external devices to connect to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot.

Connection status will be indicated in a symbol in the center display's status bar.

Tap Connected devices to see a list of connected devices.

  1. 1Does not apply for a Wi-Fi connection.