iPhone 17 Pro Max with iOS 26 requires a restart to enable wired CarPlay

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why do I need to restart phone every time i get in car to get carplay wired to work? Iphone 17 PM, IOS 26

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Original Title: why do I need to restart phone every time i get in car to get carplay wired to work? Iphone 17 PM, IOS 26

Posted on Sep 20, 2025 4:25 PM

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Answer 1

Level 1

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I bought a usb to usb c adapter on amazon and with a C to C cable it works again, they also sell cheap wireless CarPlay dongle’s which do work well!

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Answer 2

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Even with a restart I can’t get CarPlay to work. Using Ford sync 3. Other phone running iOS 18 works fine.

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Answer 3

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I am also on Ford Sync 3 have only gotten it to work 2 times.

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