Have you got in a situation where everyone is excited about the long drive, but the Car Stereo messed up the trip because it won’t connect to the iPhone? Often, we receive complaints of the iPhone Bluetooth Not working, iPhone can’t connect to CarPlay, iPhone not connecting to a Car Stereo using Bluetooth after an update, and more. Thankfully, every problem has its own solution, all you need to do is find one, that works for it and fixes the issues. This article will describe certain solutions to overhaul the connectivity issues between iPhone and Car Stereo. Show
On the other note, you can’t always blame the iPhone for it; sometimes the Car’s Sound System might be the culprit, and all the time you were busy teasing the iPhone. Whatever the cause is, let’s see some potential workarounds to get rid of connection issues between the iPhone and the Stereo system. Jump to
Why iPhone Not Connecting to Car StereoError Messages Why iPhone Won’t Work with Car Stereo?You might be dealing with pop-up showing error messages listed below
Solution 1: Refresh Bluetooth ConnectionThe primary mode for connection between iPhone and Car Stereo is Bluetooth, for easy pairing, both iPhone and Car Stereo should be actively working, not affected by bugs or glitches. If either of the devices is not functioning properly, then iPhone won’t connect to Car Stereo. For the first step, you should refresh the Bluetooth connections of the iPhone and Car Stereo.
Once you are done refreshing the Bluetooth, try to connect again. If it doesn’t work, then jump to the next solution. Solution 2: Reboot iPhone & Car StereoYou probably already know that rebooting electronic devices resolves minor issues, and iPhone is one of them. We have witnessed a couple of times, force restarting the iPhone fixed even buddy system settings. The process to force restart iPhone varies, so here’s how to do it. For iPhone 8 or Later: 
For iPhone 7 and 7Plus:
For iPhone 6S or Earlier:
I guess you know how to restart the Car Stereo, so I’ll that up to you. Solution 3: Remove Car Stereo from iPhone Bluetooth SettingsDo you remember how we do “Forget This Device” to remove the Bluetooth devices from the iPhone’s Bluetooth Settings when we are done with that Bluetooth accessory? That’s what you should do to remove the Car Stereo from iPhone. Though, the Car Stereo will only appear when it was earlier connected to the iPhone. If you are pairing the Car Stereo for the first time with iPhone, then it may not appear in Bluetooth Settings of the iPhone.
Solution 4: Reset Network SettingsAlternatively, Reset the Network Settings of the iPhone. This will remove the saved Wi-Fi Networks, APN Settings, however, there are good chances that it will fix iPhone not connecting to Car Stereo.
Steps to Reset Network Settings iOS 15 and Later VersionStep #1: Open up “Settings”. Step #3: Lastly, tap “Reset” > “Reset Network Settings” > Enter your iPhone Lock passcode and Try after Reboot once. This Process won’t erase other important settings, Media, Messages, and more. Solution 5: Update iPhone FirmwareSome people reported that iPhone won’t connect to Car Stereo after the iOS 15 update, it is not a widely popular issue, but though, Apple will always look forward to fixing problems, like this. All you have to do is, connect the iPhone to the Wi-Fi and check for the updates (Settings app > General > Software Update), and install the updates if available. Furthermore, your Car Stereo might also have a pending software update, follow the steps depending upon your Car’s Stereo and update it. Solution 6: Try Connecting Alternate iPhone, iPad to the Same Car StereoIf you can connect Android phones to the same Car Stereo, but iPhone can’t connect to the Audio system, then it might be possible your iPhone is dealing with serious connectivity problems. Just to make sure, why not bother pairing alternate iPad or iPhone to the Car Stereo and verify the cause behind this. Did other devices worked perfectly with Car Stereo, then it’s time to book a reservation at the Apple Store. Refer to the next section. Watch the video to Fix iPhone bluetooth not discovering devicesSolution 7: Contact Apple Support/Car Stereo ManufacturerVisit the nearest Apple Store and let them analyze the iPhone. Besides, you must also contact the Audio system manufacturer, just in case, if anything is wrong with that. Related Readings
HowtoiSolve StaffJaysukh Patel is the founder of howtoisolve. Also self Professional Developer, Techno lover mainly for iPhone, iPad, iPod Touch and iOS, Jaysukh is one of responsible person in his family. Contact On: [email protected] [OR] [email protected] Why is my music not playing through Bluetooth in car?Many Bluetooth problems can be caused by devices that are not running the current versions of their operating systems' software. This applies to both your phone and your car's infotainment system. Software updates fix previous bugs and allow improved compatibility between older and newer Bluetooth devices.
Why does my phone not play music when I plug it into my car?Check your USB cable
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