CarPlay not connecting when you plug in your iPhone
The USB cable is almost certainly the problem, or your car's USB port is dirty. Try a different cable first. most cheap cables don't work with CarPlay. If wireless CarPlay is having trouble, your phone and car just need to forget each other and reconnect.
CarPlay stops working when the USB cable is damaged, the car's USB port is clogged with lint, or your phone and car have a corrupted connection. We'll check the cable, clean the port, and reset the connection. Most of the time it's just the cable.
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Skip — I just want a technicianCommon mistakes to avoid
- Using a cheap cable that looks fine but doesn't carry data properly. Invest in an Apple-certified cable.
- Not realizing the Trust dialog is showing. Check your iPhone screen when you first plug in.
- Assuming the car's USB port is fine without actually looking at it. Lint buildup is very common.
Signs you need professional help
- If you've tried multiple cables, cleaned the port, restarted everything, and CarPlay still won't connect, get in touch and we'll check if it's a hardware issue with your phone or car.
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