Tired of your phone automatically connecting to Apple CarPlay every time you start your car? You’re not alone, car audio enthusiasts, boat owners, motorcycle riders, off-road vehicle owners, young adults, teenagers, and DIY installers are all in the same boat. In this article we’ll show you how to disconnect your phone from Apple CarPlay and take control of your audio. Check CarPlay Settings Before we get started, let’s check our CarPlay settings to see if our car is listed. Go to your iPhone’s Settings. Tap on General, then CarPlay. Look for your car in the list of devices. If your car is not listed, check the iOS version to ensure compatibility. If your car is listed, move on to the next step. If not, check your car’s manual or infotainment system settings to make sure CarPlay is enabled. Additionally, check the car's infotainment system for compatibility. Tap Forget This Car If you want to completely disconnect your phone from CarPlay, you can “forget” the car in your iPhone’s settings. Here’s how: In the CarPlay settings, tap on your car’s name. Tap “Forget This Car.” Tap “Forget.” Your phone will no longer connect to CarPlay in that car. Disable CarPlay Another option is to disable CarPlay altogether. This will prevent your phone from connecting to any car’s CarPlay system. Follow these steps: Go to Settings > Screen Time. Tap “Content & Privacy Restrictions” and check the content restrictions. Enter your Screen Time passcode if prompted. Tap “Allowed Apps.” Toggle off “CarPlay.” Now your iPhone won’t connect to CarPlay in any car until you enable it again. FAQs on Apple CarPlay Issues Why won’t my iPhone connect to Apple CarPlay? Make sure your iPhone is compatible (iPhone 5 or later with iOS 7.1 or newer) and CarPlay isn’t restricted in your settings. Check if your car has CarPlay and if it’s enabled in your car’s infotainment system. How do I fix an Apple CarPlay that keeps disconnecting? Update your iPhone to the latest iOS and make sure your car’s infotainment system is up to date. If it still doesn’t work, try a different USB cable or reset your car’s infotainment system. Can I use Apple CarPlay with a wireless connection? Yes, if your car has wireless CarPlay and your iPhone is compatible (iPhone 5 or later with iOS 9 or newer). Not all cars have wireless CarPlay. Why won’t Apple CarPlay work after an iOS update? Sometimes iOS updates can cause temporary CarPlay issues. Try restarting both your iPhone and your car’s infotainment system to see if that fixes it. How do I switch between apps in Apple CarPlay? You can tap on the app you want to use on the touchscreen in your car or press and hold the voice control button on your steering wheel to activate Siri and ask her to open the app. Why won’t Apple CarPlay recognize my voice commands? Make sure Siri is enabled on your iPhone (Settings > Siri & Search) and your car’s infotainment system is set to the correct language. If that doesn’t work, try recalibrating your car’s voice recognition system. Can I customize the Apple CarPlay interface? You can’t fully customize the CarPlay interface but you can rearrange the apps. Tap and hold an app icon until it starts wiggling and then drag it to where you want. Do this if you want to feature the best CarPlay apps on its interface for easy access. Get Your Apple CarPlay at BOSS Audio Disconnecting your phone from Apple CarPlay is easy and can be done through your iPhone’s settings. By forgetting the car or disabling CarPlay altogether you can take control of your audio back. If you’re looking for high quality, affordable Apple CarPlay systems, BOSS Audio has you covered with many options to choose from. Our Apple CarPlay systems deliver exceptional audio quality. Enjoy your favorite music and podcasts with crystal-clear sound.