why is my iphone 12 calling my car radio during apple maps navigation?

When my iphone 12 is connected via bluetooth to my car entertainment system, it no longer just sends the audio through the speakers specifically when using Apple Maps. My phone "calls" the system to give the audio directions - and yes, it shows as a phone call on the screen.


This does not happen for Google Maps or other things, just Apple Maps. I have seen some general responses to this but nothing that provided workable instructions on how to actually resolve the issue. My spouse has the exact same phone, exact same IOS loaded, and mine is the only one with this issue and it is aggravating.

Posted on Feb 4, 2024 4:54 PM

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Posted on Mar 24, 2024 11:00 AM

I had the same problem. Found the solution for my case. All you need to do is on your iPhone go to Settings - Bluetooth - tap on "i" for the device associated with the car - tap on Device Type and select anything but Car Stereo. Let me know guys if it helped anyone.


For your info: I have an iPhone 14 Pro Max, Lexus GS 350

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Mar 24, 2024 11:00 AM in response to subfam2

I had the same problem. Found the solution for my case. All you need to do is on your iPhone go to Settings - Bluetooth - tap on "i" for the device associated with the car - tap on Device Type and select anything but Car Stereo. Let me know guys if it helped anyone.


For your info: I have an iPhone 14 Pro Max, Lexus GS 350

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