CarPlay volume low after text

When listing to Apple Music or Podcasts, after receiving and listening to a text, when returning to the music or podcast the volume is extremely low. I can fix it by going back into Messages, starting to compose a message then hitting Cancel, after which volume returns to normal.


This seems like a bug. Any fix coming on this? It's been like this for quite a while.


Car is a 2017 Volvo XC90, if it matters.

iPhone 6s, iOS 11.2.6

Posted on Mar 28, 2018 8:22 AM

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Mar 29, 2018 8:34 AM in response to MadDogMikeATL

Hello MadDogMikeATL,


Thanks for that info and choosing the Apple Support Communities. Based on what you stated, it seems you are having issues with the volume on your CarPlay supported stereo after receiving a text message. To help with this issue, please follow these steps from this Apple resource on CarPlay:

Get help

If CarPlay doesn't work like you expect, here’s what you can check. After each step, try using CarPlay again.

  1. Make sure that Siri is turned on.
  2. Restart your iPhone and your car. Depending on your car, you might see the CarPlay Home screen when you turn it on. If you don't, look for the CarPlay logo on your car’s display.
  3. If possible, connect your iPhone to a different USB port in your car.
  4. Try a different Lightning to USB cable. Make sure that the cable is certified.
  5. Update to the latest version of iOS.
  6. Check your car’s manual for help. You might need to install firmware updates for your stereo.

Set up CarPlay with your iPhone - Apple Support


Cheers!

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