Car Play - No Audio Prompts in Maps During Phone Calls

Hi All,


Please read the entire post before replying. I will try to be very detailed.


Device: iPhone 14 Pro

iOS: 16.6


Car: 2019 Ford Explorer Limited Edition

Infotainment: Sync 3.0 V3.4xx


Background:

I recently switched from Android (Samsung Galaxy S21 - Android V13) to iPhone and I love it.

The issue I will detail here doesn't happen on the android and I am trying to figure out if this is a bug in iOS or an intentional limitation or something specific to my newly activated iPhone (about 1 week prior to this post).



ISSUE:

When using either Apple Maps or Google Maps in CarPlay I can hear the audio prompts clearly and with no issues. However, when a phone call is in session, I cannot hear the audio prompts at all. as soon as the call ends, the audio prompts resume.


This issue occurs only when I connect the phone with a cable to the car (it's the only way to get CarPlay on the screen in this model).


To further test the issue, I tried connecting the phone via BT (with no cable). Then started navigation on the phone. I tested both Apple Maps and Google Maps. During the navigation I made a phone call, and I was able to hear both the call and the navigation prompts.


I can confirm that the mute button (icon of speaker) on the maps indicates it is unmuted (top option) - which means sound should be heard. I tried muting and unmuting but that didn't do anything.


Just to clarify again, the audio prompts disappear during a call when using CarPlay only (USB-Lightening cable). I also tried replacing a few cables but to no success.


As I mentioned above, when using an Android device, I can hear both the call and the prompts in both BT connection as well as USB connection (Android Auto).


I called apple support and they recommended to reset the device to factory defaults and test it without restoring the backup. Honestly, I feel that this should really be the last resort after confirming the issue is pertaining to my device only rather than a bug in the OS or hardware.


My questions are:

  1. Is this the expected behavior?
  2. Can anyone here confirm if it works on your system?
  3. Alternatively, anyone else experience this behavior?
  4. Any other suggestions to troubleshoot this issue?


Thanks In advance


Eyal

iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 16

Posted on Sep 1, 2023 5:04 PM

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Sep 2, 2023 7:43 AM in response to bluemanta07

It seems like you've done some thorough troubleshooting steps to isolate the issue with audio prompts during phone calls while using CarPlay on your iPhone 14 Pro. Since you've tested multiple cables and verified that it works with an Android device, it does appear to be a specific issue with your iPhone.


Before considering a factory reset, here are a few additional steps you can try:

  1. Check CarPlay settings on your iPhone. Go to "Settings" > "CarPlay." Select your car's system from the list and ensure that "Allow CarPlay While Locked" and "Show in CarPlay" are enabled for the apps you want to use (Apple Maps and Google Maps).
  2. Sometimes, issues can be related to the car's infotainment system. Ensure that your car's firmware is up to date by checking with the car manufacturer or dealer.
  3. If none of the above steps work, you may want to contact the car manufacturer's customer support or visit a dealership. They might have specific recommendations or updates related to CarPlay integration with your car model.
  4. Reach out to the manufacturer of your car and inquire about any known issues or updates related to CarPlay functionality with your specific car model.
  5. If possible, visit your car dealership and demonstrate the issue to them. They might be able to provide more immediate assistance and potentially identify if it's a compatibility issue with your car's infotainment system.
  6. Check online forums, communities, and user groups dedicated to your car model and iPhone CarPlay compatibility. Other users with the same car may have experienced similar issues and can offer suggestions or solutions.
  7. Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary software glitches. Turn off your iPhone, wait for a few seconds, and then turn it back on.
    1. Restart the device. That's it.
    2. Still not solved --> Force restart iPhone - Apple Support
  8. If the issue persists, you can try resetting all settings on your iPhone. This will not erase your data but will reset all personalized settings to their default values. Go to Settings > General > Transfer & Reset > Reset > Reset All Settings and confirm the action. Note that you will need to reconfigure your settings afterward. All settings—including network settings, the keyboard dictionary, the Home screen layout, location settings, privacy settings, and Apple Pay cards—are removed or reset to their defaults. No data or media are deleted.
    1. Reset All Settings: Return iPhone settings to their defaults - Apple Support:- Return iPhone settings to their defaults
    2. You can return settings to their defaults without erasing your content.
    3. If you want to save your settings, back up your iPhone before returning them to their defaults. For example, if you’re trying to solve a problem but returning settings to their defaults doesn’t help, you might want to restore your previous settings from a backup.
  9. Make sure you have the latest updates installed.
    1. Update Over-the-Air (OTA) —> Update your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support (IN)
    2. Update using iTunes/Finder —> Update your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch - Apple Support (IN)


If none of the above steps resolve the issue, it is recommended to reach out to Apple Support or visit an authorized service center for further assistance. They can provide specific guidance based on your device model and iOS version.



Sep 3, 2023 7:24 AM in response to SravanKrA

@SravanKra thank you for the reply.


I tested the issue in the same car with different iPhone 14 Pro and got the the same results so I don't think it's device-specific issue but rather a flaw or bug in the CarPlay implementation on either the phone or the car.


I am going to test it with a different car and report back here.


From my prior research on the internet, it seems like an issue in CarPlay as other users with other iPhone/Car combination complained about the same issue. Some users reported it stopped working since they upgraded to 14 series.


Can you confirm please what is the expected behavior? Should I expect to hear the voice prompt during a call?


Is there an escalation path for this issue and what is the process to escalate it to the next level?


Thanks,


Eyal

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