If you've ever looked at the installed list on a Xiaomi smartphone, you might have noticed a strange name: Auto.ru Partner Config. It doesn't have an icon, doesn't show up in the app menu, but it takes up space in memory and periodically appears in the list of active processes. What is it, why is it installed on your device, and is it related to the famous automotive portal Auto.ru?
In fact, Auto.ru Partner Config is not a standalone application, but a system module that is integrated into MIUI firmware to interact with partner services, and its primary purpose is to provide functions related to automotive, from displaying car ads to integrating with on-board electronics through Xiaomi Car Life. However, many users mistaken it for spyware or a virus, especially when they see an unfamiliar name on the permit list.
In this article, we will understand how Auto.ru Partner Config works, whether it can be removed without consequences for the system, and what real functions it performs on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones.
What is Auto.ru Partner Config and why is it necessary?
Auto.ru Partner Config is part of the MIUI ecosystem, which is responsible for integrating with external partner services, primarily the Auto.ru platform. Despite its name, its tasks go beyond just displaying ads.
- 🚗 Synchronization with Auto.ru: displaying current ads for the sale of cars in widgets and recommendations MIUI (For example, in the weather or news).
- 📱 Xiaomi Car Life Support: Connecting with multimedia systems via Android Auto or Xiaomi proprietary solutions.
- 🔄 Data exchange with car services: transfer of information about traffic jams, gas stations and service stations in applications such as Yandex.Maps or Google Maps.
- 🔒 Authentication of partner API: managing access to smartphone functions by third-party services (for example, to pay for parking or rent a car).
It is important to understand that Auto.ru Partner Config is not a virus or spyware. It is a legitimate component of MIUI that is installed on Xiaomi devices in the regions where the company cooperates with Auto.ru (mainly Russia and CIS countries).
- 🔋 Background activity: The module periodically accesses the servers, which can consume battery power.
- 📡 Access to data: has permissions to use geolocation, Internet and storage.
- 🔄 Automatic Updates: Sometimes updated via Google Play or system patches without notifying the user.
⚠️ Note: If you do not use Auto.ru or Xiaomi Car Life, disabling this module will not affect the basic functions of the smartphone. However, in rare cases, this can cause malfunctions in weather widgets or maps, if they are tied to affiliates. API.
How to check for Auto.ru Partner Config on Xiaomi
To make sure that Auto.ru Partner Config is installed on your device, follow the following steps:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Show All Applications (or System Processes).
- Enter Auto.ru or Partner Config.
- If a module is found, tap it to see the details: version, permissions, and resource usage.
Alternatively, you can use ADB (for advanced users), and connect your smartphone to your PC and follow the command:
adb shell pm list packages | grep -i autoIf a line like com.xiaomi.autoru.partnerconfig appears in the output, it means that the module is present in the system. Note that on some firmware (for example, global or custom), this component may be missing or disabled by default.
Can I remove Auto.ru Partner Config and how to do it?
Technically, removing this module is possible, but not recommended for good reason, because Auto.ru Partner Config is built into the MIUI system partition, and its forced removal may result in:
- 🔄 Failures in the operation of widgets (weather, news, maps).
- 🚫 Errors when updating the firmware (the system can restore the module automatically).
- 🔧 Problems with geolocation services, if they are tied to partner API.
If you want to get rid of it, there are two relatively safe ways to do it:
Method 1: Disconnect via ADB (without root)
This method does not require superuser rights, but requires a computer and an ADB debugging bridge:
☑️ Preparation for disabling Auto.ru Partner Config
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.autoru.partnerconfigAfter the command is executed, the module will be disabled until the next reset or firmware update.
Method 2: Remove via Magisk (root required)
If you have root access, you can remove the module completely using Magisk or Titanium Backup, but it's risky to back up the system partition first.
⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T Removing Auto.ru Partner Config can cause com.android.phone error and network loss. Before experimenting, check your model reviews on forums like 4PDA.
How to limit the activity of the module without removing
If you do not want to risk the stability of the system, but want to reduce the impact of Auto.ru Partner Config on autonomy, use these methods:
- Limit background activity: Go to Settings → Applications → Auto.ru Partner Config → Battery. Select Limit background activity.
- Disable AutoRun: In the same app settings, find AutoRun and turn it off.
- Revoke permissions: In the Permits section, disable access to Geodata, Warehouse and Phone (unless they are critical to you).
These actions will not remove the module, but will significantly reduce its impact on battery power and traffic, and you can also use applications like Greenify (requires root or ADB) to freeze unnecessary processes.
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If after the restriction of permits, weather widgets or maps stopped working, return access to geolocation for Auto.ru Partner Config - some MIUI services depend on it.
Connection with Xiaomi Car Life and other car services
One of the key features of Auto.ru Partner Config is support for Xiaomi Car Life, a proprietary solution for integrating a smartphone with the car’s multimedia system.
- 🎵 Streaming music from applications (Spotify, Yandex.Music).
- 🗺️ Displaying navigation on the onboard computer screen.
- 📞 Managing calls and messages through voice commands.
- 🔧 Diagnostics of the car (on supported models) OBD-II adapter.
If you are using Xiaomi Car Life, deleting or disabling Auto.ru Partner Config will result in the service being inoperable, in which case it is better to keep the module active, but limit its resolutions, as described above.
In addition, Auto.ru Partner Config can interact with other auto services:
| Service | Function | Module dependency |
|---|---|---|
| Yandex.Maps. | Traffic jams and gas stations | Partial (for affiliate widgets) |
| Google Maps | Integration with Android Auto | No. |
| Auto.ru Announcements | Showing recommendations for the sale of cars | Complete. |
| Xiaomi Pay | Payment of parking or fines | Partial (for some banks) |
⚠️ Attention: On devices with global firmware (MIUI Global) Auto.ru Partner Config may not be available or work differently, for example, on Xiaomi 13 Pro for the European market, this module is replaced by Google Automotive Services.
Problems and errors related to Auto.ru Partner Config
Despite its legitimacy, this module sometimes becomes a source of problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to solve them:
- 🔋 High battery consumption: Reason: The module is constantly synchronized with Auto.ru servers. Solution: limit background activity (see section above).
- 📱 Smartphone overheating: Reason: Auto.ru Partner Config may conflict with other system processes.Solution: Clear the module cache in the app settings.
- 🚫 Error "com.xiaomi.autoru.has.stopped": Cause: damage to module files after update. Solution: reset application settings or reinstall firmware.
- 🔒 Suspicious permissions: Reason: The module requests access to contacts or SMS. Solution: Revoke unnecessary permissions manually.
If problems persist, try resetting your network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Reset network settings) or perform a factory reset (pre-saving data!).
What if Auto.ru Partner Config cannot be turned off?
Alternatives and analogues on other devices
Auto.ru Partner Config is not a unique solution, and other manufacturers have similar modules:
- 📱 Samsung: Samsung Car Mode and Partner Services (for integration with Auto.ru and Avito Auto).
- 🍎 iPhone: CarPlay (built-in to iOS, doesn’t require separate modules).
- 🤖 Google Pixel: Android Automotive OS (For cars that support Google Built-in).
- 🚗 Huawei: Huawei CarKit (similar to Xiaomi Car Life).
Auto.ru Partner Config’s main difference from competitors is its deep integration with MIUI and dependence on regional partnerships, such as the one on Xiaomi smartphones in China that has been replaced by Baidu CarLife, but may not be available in Europe.
If you’re looking for an alternative to connecting a smartphone to a car, consider:
- 🔌 Android Auto (Universal Solution from Google).
- 🍎 Apple CarPlay for iPhone Owners).
- 🚗 MirrorLink (obsolete but supported by many cars).
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If you don’t use Auto.ru or Xiaomi Car Life, disabling Auto.ru Partner Config won’t harm the system, but it won’t give you a noticeable increase in performance, with the main benefit of reducing background activity and saving battery life.