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Siri not working with CarPlay

I'm using iOS 16 on an iPhone 13 mini in a 2021 BMW X3 and my Siri in CarPlay is not finding any of simple requests (directions to locations, playing a requested music choice etc) Does anyone know a fix...other that restarting everything...which I've done numerous times?!

iPhone 13 Mini

Posted on Dec 6, 2022 4:54 PM

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Dec 8, 2022 7:08 PM in response to dae6766

Hey dae6766,


We'd recommend trying the steps in this article as they can help resolve issues with CarPlay: If you need help with CarPlay 


"Make sure that your iPhone has the latest version of iOS. If your iPhone is updated to the latest version of iOS, follow these steps — checking CarPlay after each step:

  1. Check your connection to your CarPlay stereo:
    • If you have a wired connection, try connecting again with a different USB cable to a different USB port if you have one.
    • If you have a wireless connection, make sure that Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are enabled under Settings > Wi-Fi and Settings > Bluetooth.
  1. If CarPlay doesn't activate automatically, look for the CarPlay logo on your car's display.
  2. Restart your iPhone and your car. 
  3. Make sure that Siri is on.
  4. If your iPhone isn't detected by CarPlay, make sure that CarPlay isn't restricted. Go to Settings > Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions, tap Allowed Apps and make sure that CarPlay is enabled.
  5. Go to Settings > General > CarPlay, tap your car, then tap Forget This Car. Then set up CarPlay again.
  6. Make sure that your CarPlay stereo is using the latest firmware from the car manufacturer. Check your car's manual for more information.

If you still have issues connecting to CarPlay, contact Apple Support"


We'd also suggest reviewing the information in this article for help resolving Siri issues as that could potentially help with the issue you're having: If "Hey Siri" isn't working on your iPhone


Thanks!


Siri not working with CarPlay

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