HOW TO CONNECT TO APPLE CARPLAY
Difficulty Level: Novice | Time Required: 5 Minutes | Tools Required: None | Related Parts, Products, Services or Technology: Apple iPhone required
If your vehicle has Apple CarPlay®,† you can get directions, make calls, send and receive messages via Siri®, and enjoy your favorite music — all on your vehicle’s built-in infotainment display.†
To use Apple CarPlay, you first need to connect your iPhone® to the infotainment system.
CONNECT THROUGH LIGHTNING® CABLE®
- Using your iPhone’s Lightning cable, USB-A or USB-C, depending on your model, connect your phone to the vehicle’s USB data port.†
- Unlock your phone.
- The Apple CarPlay icon on your vehicle’s touchscreen turns green when it is ready for use. Or, if your vehicle has a Projection icon, it will change to Apple CarPlay.
- If Apple CarPlay does not automatically launch, touch the Apple CarPlay icon on your infotainment screen.
- When Apple CarPlay is active, the screen will show the iPhone apps that are accessible.
CONNECT WIRELESSLY
Only select vehicles and select iPhones offer this option. If your vehicle and phone do offer this option, work through these steps to enable a wireless connection with Apple CarPlay:
1. Pair/connect your phone to the infotainment system using Bluetooth®.†
2. Follow the prompts on the screen and on your phone to start a wireless Apple CarPlay session. You will be asked to accept Terms of Use before using the feature.
On some vehicles, after you start Apple CarPlay using a Lightning connection, you're asked if you want to enable wireless Apple CarPlay for future use. If you agree, the next time you go for a drive, your phone will automatically connect wirelessly with Apple CarPlay.
To Exit Apple CarPlay
1. To exit Apple CarPlay, press the Home button.
2. To return to Apple CarPlay, press and hold the HOME button OR touch the APPLE CARPLAY icon.
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To find out if your vehicle has this feature, contact your dealer or refer to your vehicle’s equipment list. Please check your Owner’s Manual for more information about features.