Trying to enable text/email option 2017 CRV

Bought 2017 CRV and the 'enable text/email' tab is gray. The 'show notifications' under the Bluetooth connection is not there.

Phone connection works--- so no issue there. And am able to use text receiving in our 2016 Honda Fit with my iPhone (have latest updates & IOS).

Have tried numerous time to get this tab highlighted (removing/adding phone to the CRV) but no go.

Is there a way to fix this (besides hooking up for car play)?

iPhone 14 Plus, iOS 26

Posted on Nov 22, 2025 12:56 PM

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Dec 3, 2025 1:23 AM in response to SnzrMom

As per Apple's list --> iOS - CarPlay - Available Models - Apple.


The 2016 Honda Fit didn’t come with Apple CarPlay from the factory. If your car currently has CarPlay, it was most likely added later as an aftermarket head-unit or dealer-installed upgrade by you or a previous owner. It’s worth checking the stereo model or installation history to confirm whether the system is original or retrofitted.


The answer to 2017 CRV lies here --> https://www.crvownersclub.com/threads/text-messages-and-e-mail-not-through-carplay-android-auto.148794/?utm_source=chatgpt.com



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