If your CarPlay is not alerting you of texts after updating to iOS 17.5.1, despite checking your Siri and CarPlay settings, here are several troubleshooting steps you can try:
1. Check Notification Settings
- Ensure Notifications Are Enabled:
- Go to Settings > Notifications > Messages.
- Make sure Allow Notifications is turned on, and ensure the alerts are set to show in the Notification Center, on the Lock Screen, and as Banners.
2. Check CarPlay Settings
- Allow Notifications for CarPlay:
- Go to Settings > General > CarPlay > [Your Car] > Customize.
- Ensure that Messages are enabled and not hidden from the CarPlay interface.
3. Check Siri Settings
- Enable Announce Messages:
- Go to Settings > Siri & Search > Announce Messages.
- Make sure **Announce Messages with Siri** is turned on, and check that the Messages app is enabled under this setting.
4. Restart Your iPhone and Car
- Restart Both Devices:
- Turn off your iPhone and restart it.
- Restart your car’s infotainment system (consult your car’s manual if needed).
5. Update Firmware
- Check for Car Firmware Update:
- Ensure your car’s infotainment system is running the latest firmware. Consult your car’s manual or contact your dealer for instructions on updating the firmware.
6. Reconnect CarPlay
- Forget and Reconnect CarPlay:
- Go to Settings > General > CarPlay > [Your Car] > Forget This Car.
- Reconnect your iPhone to your car and set up CarPlay again.
7. Reset Network Settings
- Reset Network Settings on iPhone:
- Go to Settings > General > Reset > Reset Network Settings.
- Note: This will reset your Wi-Fi networks and passwords, cellular settings, and VPN settings.
8. Check Do Not Disturb While Driving
- Ensure Do Not Disturb Is Not Enabled:
- Go to Settings > Focus > Driving.
- Make sure Driving mode is not set to activate automatically and that it isn’t interfering with your notifications.
9. Check Sound Settings
- Check Alert Volume:
- Make sure the volume for alerts and ringtones is set appropriately.
- Go to Settings > Sounds & Haptics, and adjust the Ringer and Alerts volume slider.
10. Update iOS
- Check for Further iOS Updates:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update to ensure you’re on the latest version of iOS.
11. Test with Another iPhone
- Verify with a Different Device:
- If possible, connect a different iPhone to your car to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is specific to your iPhone or a more general CarPlay issue.
12. Contact Apple Support
- Seek Further Assistance:
- If none of the above steps work, contact Apple Support for further assistance. They may provide additional troubleshooting steps or identify if it’s a known issue with iOS 17.5.1.
By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue with CarPlay not alerting you of texts.
