How to Reactivate Apple CarPlay or Android Auto Should it be Disabled on Your Vehicle

Apple CarPlay and AndroidAuto are currently found in more than 80% of new cars sold worldwide, from economy models to the priciest sedans and roadsters.

Designed to integrate the smartphone user experience into your car’s infotainment system, Apple CarPlay and AndroidAuto are massively popular platforms that enabling safe, hands-free access to many of your favorite smartphone apps. In other words, your car’s touchscreen becomes an onboard video monitor for your smartphone.

Apple CarPlay users can utilize the Siri voice command software to safely access their smartphone apps while keeping both hands on the wheel. Similarly, users of AndroidAuto stay entertained and connected while receiving hands-free assistance from Google Assistant software.
But what if Apple CarPlay or AndroidAuto is disabled on your car, as has been known to happen when a car is new, changes ownership, or has just been serviced?

In fact, re-enabling either platform is fast and easy. Just follow these steps:

On your car’s touchscreen, press the Home button, then touch Settings.

Next, choose Connections, then Smartphone Connection.

Touch either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, depending on your phone’s operating system.

Next, touch the appropriate device, then select Edit Device Permissions.

Now, Apple CarPlay or AndroidAuto can be activated by simply plugging your device into the USB smartphone audio interface.