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Siri won't read text messages or directions - although rest of CarPlay works with music and all

Help! Car Play no longer announces texts or directions - even though setting indicates announcements are turned on. Any ideas?

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Posted on Jul 17, 2022 6:54 PM

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Posted on Jul 17, 2022 7:02 PM

Schondy Said:

"Siri won't read text messages or directions - although rest of CarPlay works with music and all: Help! Car Play no longer announces texts or directions - even though setting indicates announcements are turned on. Any ideas?"

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Troubleshooting CarPlay:

A. Usual Manual:

Read your driver's manual to find out more about syncing this.


B. Try being in Park:

For many, they must have their automobile in park to get this to all pair.


C. Visit this Link:

If you need help with CarPlay - Apple Support

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Jul 17, 2022 7:02 PM in response to Schondy

Schondy Said:

"Siri won't read text messages or directions - although rest of CarPlay works with music and all: Help! Car Play no longer announces texts or directions - even though setting indicates announcements are turned on. Any ideas?"

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Troubleshooting CarPlay:

A. Usual Manual:

Read your driver's manual to find out more about syncing this.


B. Try being in Park:

For many, they must have their automobile in park to get this to all pair.


C. Visit this Link:

If you need help with CarPlay - Apple Support

Jul 20, 2022 8:47 PM in response to Schondy

Schondy Said:

"Siri won't read text messages or directions - although rest of CarPlay works with music and all: Help! Car Play no longer announces texts or directions - even though setting indicates announcements are turned on. Any ideas?"

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Troubleshooting CarPlay:

If it's not working, then unsync and then sync it once more. You'd do so by forgetting the device, and then adding it back. It may take a few tries. Also, look for firmware updates for your car stereo, if an option.

Siri won't read text messages or directions - although rest of CarPlay works with music and all

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