How to Set Up Wireless Apple CarPlay

Many vehicles built in 2014 and later allow you to set up Apple CarPlay as part of its infotainment capabilities. In fact, there are more than 800 cars with Apple CarPlay functionality built into them. This connectivity lets you enjoy certain functions of your smartphone with your vehicle’s infotainment screen, giving you personalized options for every commute.

We’re here to let you know how to set up wireless Apple CarPlay in general. Because we have so many types of vehicles on our lots in several locations, the exact way to set up Apple CarPlay may vary slightly by the make, model, and year of your vehicle.

What is Apple CarPlay?

Cars with Apple CarPlay elevate your driving experience. You can set up Apple CarPlay to connect an iPhone to your vehicle. Some of the Apple CarPlay apps let you:

• Get turn-by-turn directions in many locations
• Make hands-free phone calls so you can focus on the road
• Listen to your music playlist or podcasts
• Send and receive text messages without having to take your eyes off the road or your hands off the steering wheel
• Stay focused on roads without using your hands to make selections – just ask Siri for what you need as one of the best Apple CarPlay apps

How to Set Up Wireless Apple CarPlay

If you’re looking for information on how to set up wireless Apple CarPlay, AutoSavvy has listed the simple steps below:

1. Make sure that your vehicle is one of the cars with Apple CarPlay.
2. Drive in an area where the Apple CarPlay technology will work because this connectivity is not available in every region.
3. Start your vehicle, then check to see if Siri is on.
4. For wireless CarPlay, press and hold the voice-command button on the steering wheel. Be sure your radio is either in Bluetooth® or wireless mode.
5. On your iPhone, go to Settings > General > CarPlay.
6. Tap available cars.
7. Select your vehicle.
8. Enjoy the Apple CarPlay apps!
9. Refer to your owner’s manual for additional information.

How to Update Apple CarPlay

Update Apple CarPlay by following these instructions:

1. Go to Settings > General > CarPlay.
2. Tap CarPlay.
3. Select your vehicle.
4. Add or delete an Apple CarPlay app at this time by deleting any of the listed icons or dragging an app icon to change it out.

Contact the Staff at AutoSavvy for More Information!

Do you have more questions? Do you need more assistance on how to set up wireless Apple CarPlay? Contact us or call 801-683-3988, and our team would be happy to help in any way we can. Look over our FAQs if you need answers on other common topics.