iPhone 15 Pro Max Carplay Issues

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iPhone 15 Pro Max Carplay Issues

I have a 2022 Wrangler with the 8.4" UConnect and I have issues with Carplay and the iPhone 15 Pro Max. I did not have the issue with the 13 Pro Max I traded in. But Carplay only seems to connect intermittently. About every other time I get in I have to unplug it and plug it back in to get to connect. Id assume that this is an iPhone issue since the 13 was fine. The 13 also had iOS 17 installed so wouldnt think it is a software issue either. Please advise. Thank you.

Posted on Sep 24, 2023 7:21 AM

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j_michael_88

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Nov 27, 2023 8:59 AM in response to Moondance46

2019 Ram 2500 and iPhone 15 pro. I have to plug it in several times to get CarPlay to work. All the iPhones I have had the past few years and my wife's and daughter's phones work fine. I even bought different cables to try. It is just something with the iPhone 15 Pro. Please help.

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CJPGhost

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Dec 8, 2023 9:08 AM in response to Moondance46

I spent a week on this - and finally figured it out at least for my Jeep. If you forget all devices. And go and RE-PAIR your Bluetooth - then connect to USB CarPlay - THEN - go into (no clue why it's here) into settings - and then under paired devices, select projection manager - in that setting - there is a use CarPlay - I clicked it - and it all works - perfectly now. No matter my cable etc. for Jeep this setting wasn't here before. Hope this helps.

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Moondance46 Author

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Sep 24, 2023 7:27 AM in response to M_J0379

I have tried multiple cables and from multiple locations. I used the cable that came with the device first. Then I tried a USB-C 3.1 V2 cable with the same results. Then a USB-A to C from the center console. Same results. About every other time it is plugged in, Carplay will not start. It will say it is charging and stop there.

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Moondance46 Author

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Sep 28, 2023 2:17 PM in response to KaeBFly

Ive already contacted Apple myself. Had to send them logs today. However, I am leaning more toward its a device issue vs a software issue. Others, like yourself, are saying they do not have a problem. If it was an OS issue, it "shouldn't" work with the 13 and 14 like it does etc. I also do not think its a vehicle port issue being I used the exact same port prior to upgrading. For the most part, the biggest change was the device. I personally hope they come up with something because other than the drama of getting Carplay to function, I like the 15PM. Id rather not go back to my 13 but its leaning more toward that as the says pass without a resolution.

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Sep 30, 2023 10:42 AM in response to Moondance46

I am up to around $100 in trying cables and right now, it looks like I have 2 that work!

I have plugged in and unplugged and turned the engine off and restarted multiple times with each, and each time iPhone 15 Pro quickly launches Apple CarPlay in my 2022 Wrangler Rubicon (8.4” UConnect). This evening I have to drive a 40 mile round trip, so will put each to a longer test.

Both were purchased on Amazon.

Anker USB A to USB C Charger Cable [2 Pack, 6ft], 310 Type C Charger Cable Fast Charging Braided

Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-A 2.0 Fast Charger Cable,480Mbps Speed, USB-IF Certified, for Apple iPhone 15

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Sep 26, 2023 4:20 PM in response to Moondance46

Yep, I was reading Tech Support one of the Reddit threads. I was also on Amazon reading reviews from the past 4 days for various cables and adapters.

Apple needs to escalate this issue up the ladder. I will have spent $90 on cables when the Apple USB C Lightning arrives. Not happy about that.

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Snswp001

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Dec 11, 2023 2:08 PM in response to Moondance46

What did you end up doing? I have a 15 Pro Max, purchased in November, and have the same issue with my 2019 Subaru Outback. USB A to C cable does not work. I have yet to try multiple different cables, but if it's truly a hardware issue, I'm returning this phone. My 14 Pro Max never had this problem.

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Dec 25, 2023 7:54 AM in response to kphall114

Apple needs to fix the issue. Not have consumers spend extra money because it’s an Apple problem not car.

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Moondance46 Author

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Sep 24, 2023 9:20 AM in response to Pogdaddle

So it looks like I am not the only one that has to unplug and replug the phone to get it to start working. After its on, I have no issues but shouldnt have to connect it twice to get it to start up either.

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Dec 17, 2023 4:14 PM in response to Emilie in Key Largo

Apple should have supplied the right cable to begin with.

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Oct 16, 2023 7:39 PM in response to stefanie247

This short fast-charge cord really works. Apple CarPlay shows up instantly. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2JZXW8L?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

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echalabi

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Oct 17, 2023 5:56 AM in response to Moondance46

I have the same issue too with my 2022 wrangles 4xe and my IPhone 15pro max

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Dec 11, 2023 12:49 AM in response to Moondance46

I have a 2023 Toyota Yaris Cross which only has USB A sockets and had the same trouble trying to make CarPLay work with my new iPhone 15ProMax (even though my daughter's iPhone 11 works fine grrr!).

I tried lead after lead after lead (!) ... then, on the off chance, for another purpose, I bought some USB A male to USB C female adaptors and - bingo - it worked ... CarPlay now works as soon as I connect my phone to the car using a 'normal' Apple USB C to USB C connecting lead ... this fix may not work for everyone but it works for me! Prices start at £5.99 for 3 - different/fancy colours cost more.

Apologies if this solution has already been posted - I didn't have time to read all the posts!

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09R1XWT9Q?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details

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Moondance46 Author

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Dec 11, 2023 3:21 PM in response to Snswp001

I have a case open and it’s supposedly with the engineers. I have tried every trick I can think of and all the ones people have posted here. None have worked. This will be the last time I pre order.

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Moondance46 Author

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Sep 26, 2023 4:22 PM in response to Emilie in Key Largo

Guess it’s easier for them to pretend there is no problem. I may try a cable I purchased from them to see if it works. The 60w USB C to C cable says it works for everything. If that works then they cheaped out and gave us a garbage cable with the phone instead of one that just works.

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