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Note: The following process is the same for Apple’s wireless CarPlay version, except you don’t need to clean the charging port or worry about cable issues. Watch the video below, which explains how to remove lint and “fluff” from an iPhone. Car owners have reported having some degree of success in getting rid of the CarPlay black screen after cleaning their charging port of dirt and lint.īe careful how you clean the ports, though, as if you damage the connectors in the process, you could make the issue worse. Similar to the last point, by cleaning the charging port of both the vehicle and the iPhone, you can be sure there is no obstruction in the way of the connection.Īccumulation of dirt and dust on any electronic device will cause issues in the long run. This is often the case when Apple CarPlay keeps disconnecting, because the connection inside the lightning port isn’t good enough. It might sound simple, but just unplugging the phone and plugging it back in can cause the connection to be made again correctly. The head unit will take a bit longer to boot up-because this is an actual reboot. Honda Accord Example: To reboot the head unit in a tenth-generation Honda Accord, shift the car into reverse, then move the ignition to the ‘ON’ position. If the screen is black because of CarPlay, disconnect and navigate to the reboot settings. Generally speaking, though, you should be able to do this via the setting menu on the stereo. Again, consult your car manual for specific instructions. The process should be similar in other cars and models. Reboot the Head UnitĪ significant problem with resetting a gadget is the subsequent data loss.Ĭomparatively, rebooting the head unit can yield similar results but comes with a perk - you get to keep your data. The image above is of a WiFi network, but it is the same process for your vehicle. You will then be able to reconnect like normal, with the issue hopefully resolved.
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