Carplay issues

[jsalewicz]

lol it’s crazy for sure! At least I know I’m not alone

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[vinnymac]

I've got the same problem in my '22. It's always been there. Multiple iOS versions, multiple head unit software updates, multiple cables (usb and usb-c) and it's still a problem. And that's if CarPlay starts up on the first try, too. Sometimes it'll take 4-5 minutes, or multiple reseatings of the cable to either the phone or the USB port. Bluetooth works just fine though.

The good thing is that my wife knows not to answer the phone the first time I call her when I get off of work. The bad thing is that sometimes I get an incoming call from someone else before I call her, and have to do the whole dance and explanation that Ford builds technology-handicapped products.

this cured all my issues with CarPlay

 

[Dirt820]

this cured all my issues with CarPlay

You’re right, I need to give these another look.

If you have that plugged into the usb port, and then plug the phone into the other usb port to charge, does the phone CarPlay supersede the wireless unit, or does it only charge the phone?

 

[Ozarkbeard]

...If you have that plugged into the usb port, and then plug the phone into the other usb port to charge, does the phone CarPlay supersede the wireless unit, or does it only charge the phone?

If it does, you might try using a separate charger that plugs into the 12v power point. https://www.amazon.com/Charger-Adapter-Anker-Compact-Charging/dp/B0BPH6S4DN

 

[vinnymac]

You’re right, I need to give these another look.

If you have that plugged into the usb port, and then plug the phone into the other usb port to charge, does the phone CarPlay supersede the wireless unit, or does it only charge the phone?

i have only used Bluetooth but direct wire to USB port will probably knock out Bluetooth. I’ll try both myself and update

 

[vinnymac]

You’re right, I need to give these another look.

If you have that plugged into the usb port, and then plug the phone into the other usb port to charge, does the phone CarPlay supersede the wireless unit, or does it only charge the phone?

So far still works just a little slower to hookup so turn off Bluetooth and plug it in and you charge and listen to your music

 

[Mini One-Fiddy]

Whenever I make a call or receive a call the first time it doesn’t go thru but 2nd time it does anyone else have an issue with this?

Yes!!! Ever since day 1 back in January.

 

[jsalewicz]

I seem to have less issues when I follow these steps. Get in truck, buckle seatbelt, plug phone in, put key in ignition. Start truck. Press OK for ok to drive and ok to seatbelts. Phone connects quickly.
my 2017 Flex had a few quirks with connections from time to time but nothing like this! Sound will go mono sounding Bluetooth is all jumbled and digitized.
I love this truck but phone connection should be so much better.
There are times I just listen to the motors to help me become one with my Maverick
But may have to get that wireless connection that was posted here.

 

[jsalewicz]

i have only used Bluetooth but direct wire to USB port will probably knock out Bluetooth. I’ll try both myself and update

USB trumps Bluetooth

 

[vinnymac]

USB trumps Bluetooth

I plugged in and left Bluetooth on it still worked but much slower so it charges and plays

 

[Mav_RICK]

I think the cords are a big issue here whether it be when you connect your phone directly with a cord or if you use a wireless adapter that has a cord.I use a cordless CarPlay adapter that plugs directly in to the usb port. I say avoid cords and plug straight in.

As Ozarkbeard said above get an adapter for the 12 volt outlet as your phone charging point. That’s where you should charge your phone if needed. You can then charge and be connected via Bluetooth simultaneously. Also if you go the wireless CarPlay route unpair your phone from the truck because you are going to have the adapter paired to the truck. The phone connects through the adapter.

 

[vinnymac]

I think the cords are a big issue here whether it be when you connect your phone directly with a cord or if you use a wireless adapter that has a cord.I use a cordless CarPlay adapter that plugs directly in to the usb port. I say avoid cords and plug straight in.

As Ozarkbeard said above get an adapter for the 12 volt outlet as your phone charging point. That’s where you should charge your phone if needed. You can then charge and be connected via Bluetooth simultaneously. Also if you go the wireless CarPlay route unpair your phone from the truck because you are going to have the adapter paired to the truck. The phone connects through the adapter.

the anyfar adapter took all the issues away,phone and CarPlay work great!

 

[jsalewicz]

I plugged in and left Bluetooth on it still worked but much slower so it charges and plays

You plug into the cigarette charger port right?

 

[jsalewicz]

Whenever I make a call or receive a call the first time it doesn’t go thru but 2nd time it does anyone else have an issue with this?

Yes every dang time!

 

[Mav_RICK]

You plug into the cigarette charger port right?

To charge the phone, yes.

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