How to use CarPlay in Mercedes-Benz GLE350?
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Locate the USB port in the vehicle, which has a phone and tablet icon. Use the knob to click the phone menu on the screen twice, and the phone function interface will appear. Insert one end of the original Apple data cable into the USB port and the other end into your iPhone. CarPlay will automatically start. Tap "Allow" on your phone, and CarPlay will be successfully activated. You can then lock your phone screen and use the car's knob or Siri to control CarPlay.
I've used CarPlay many times in my Mercedes-Benz GLE350, and the steps are quite simple. After starting the vehicle, don't rush to drive off. First, find an original data cable to connect your phone to the USB port in the center console—note that newer models use Type-C ports. Once connected, the central display will immediately pop up a prompt; just click confirm to enter the CarPlay interface. At this point, the screen transforms into the familiar Apple-style layout, allowing you to open Gaode Navigation to set your route while playing music from NetEase Cloud Music. For phone calls, simply activate Siri by voice command, which is both safe and convenient. Wireless connection is also an option: enter the system menu in the vehicle's infotainment system to enable mobile connectivity, then pair your phone via Bluetooth by searching for the Mercedes-Benz vehicle name. Remember to keep your phone unlocked and Bluetooth enabled for near-instant connection the next time you get in the car. When you're done, just gently unplug the cable—it won't clutter up the interior. If you occasionally encounter connection issues, restart the infotainment system or reset the network connection in the settings, and it should work right away.
