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Apple CarPlay not showing up on your BMW? Fear not! This comprehensive guide will walk you through easy fixes that can solve this common issue. Whether you own the latest 2022 i5 BMW or an older model, these solutions are proven to work. Let’s dive right in and get your Apple CarPlay back on track.
Key Points
- Understanding the Problem: BMW’s may frequently face difficulties connecting to Apple CarPlay. This guide will provide step-by-step assistance to solve this issue.
- Resources Mentioned: Link to a video on how to connect the iPhone to Apple CarPlay (provided at the end of the video).
- Compatibility: These solutions are applicable to older BMW models as well, not just the 2022 i5.
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Delete Phone from BMW iDrive
- Go to ‘Telephone’ on the BMW iDrive system.
- Navigate to ‘Mobile Devices.’
- If your phone is connected, click on it and scroll down to ‘Remove Device.’
Step 2: Make Phone Forget the BMW
- On your phone, open ‘Settings’ and navigate to ‘Bluetooth.’
- If you see your BMW’s name, tap the circle with the eye around it.
- Hit ‘Forget this Device.’
Step 3: Attempt Reconnection
- Try connecting your phone to see if the issue is resolved.
- If not, proceed to step 4.
Step 4: Hard Reset the BMW iDrive
- Hold down the volume knob for about 30 seconds until the screen goes black.
- Wait for the system to reboot (it’s a hard reset, but you won’t lose any information).
- Once back on, follow the steps to reconnect your phone.
Step 5: Check for Software Update
- Make sure your phone’s software is up to date, as this might affect Apple CarPlay’s functionality.
Step 6: Hard Reset Your Phone
- For iPhones, quickly press ‘Volume Up,’ ‘Volume Down,’ then hold down the sleep/awake button until the screen goes black (approx. 10 seconds).
- Wake up your phone and attempt to connect it again.
Additional Notes
- These troubleshooting tricks usually solve the problems related to Apple CarPlay not showing up on BMW vehicles.
- These same tricks apply to older BMW models as well.
Resources
- How to Connect iPhone to Apple CarPlay: Detailed guide on connecting your iPhone to Apple CarPlay.
Conclusion
This step-by-step guide provides an easy and comprehensive solution to the issue of Apple CarPlay not showing up on BMW vehicles. The steps outlined have already helped around 70,000 BMW owners. Give it a try, and let me know in the comments if it works for you. Have a great day, and take care!