How to activate wireless CarPlay on 275c?
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Prepare the current vehicle's data cable in advance and have a phone ready for connection. Insert the data cable into the vehicle and connect the phone simultaneously to complete the activation of the CarPlay function.
I've also encountered the issue with activating wireless CarPlay on the 275c before. The key is to confirm whether the head unit version supports it. You need to first check the software version in the head unit settings. If wireless functionality is confirmed to be supported, turn on your phone's Bluetooth and WiFi, then find the Apple CarPlay option in the head unit's mobile device management. During pairing, you need to press and hold the voice button on the steering wheel for 10 seconds to put the head unit into search mode. Then use your phone to scan for the car system's Bluetooth signal, and tap connect when prompted. The entire process requires keeping the head unit and phone within 1 meter of each other. Last time it took me 15 minutes to get it working, mainly because I didn't realize at first that the phone needed to be updated to iOS 13 or later. After successful pairing, remember to set CarPlay as the default startup item in the head unit settings, so it will connect automatically when you get in the car.
I've been thinking about setting up wireless CarPlay with the 275c unit for quite some time. The primary requirement is that the head unit hardware must have a WiFi module, which older 275 models lack. To activate it, first reset the head unit's network settings, then delete all old connections in your mobile device. On the phone side, turn off personal hotspot, enable Bluetooth and WiFi but don't actively connect. Here's the key point: the operation must be performed with the vehicle powered on, and engine running provides more stable conditions. During pairing, the head unit will display a six-digit verification code - be careful not to mistype it when entering on your iPhone. After successful pairing, you'll notice a new CarPlay icon on the head unit. In practice, it's much more convenient than wired connection, especially for short commutes without cable hassle, though occasional disconnections may occur which can be fixed by restarting the phone.