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How to Use Apple CarPlay with Alfa Connect

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Smartphone connectivity features, such as Apple CarPlay, allow drivers to safely enjoy their favourite features and services while on the move. Using Alfa Connect, Alfa Romeo vehicle owners can connect their compatible Apple devices to their vehicle via Apple CarPlay. Wondering how to set up Apple CarPlay with your Alfa Romeo car or SUV? Continue reading to view our comprehensive tutorial. 


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Step 1: Ensure Siri is On

To connect to Apple CarPlay, Siri must be enabled. To check if Siri is enabled on their iPhone, users can go to their Settings app and search for “Siri.” Once active, users should plug their phone into the car’s infotainment system using a USB cable.  

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Step 2: Allow Access 

Once your phone is plugged-in to your vehicle, you will receive a pop-up notification on your device asking for permission to connect. Tap allow, and follow any additional instructions provided by your phone. You have now successfully connected your device to your Alfa Romeo vehicle via Apple CarPlay. 

Making Calls with Siri 

Using Apple CarPlay, Alfa Romeo drivers can safely and easily make phone calls with Siri. Drivers can make a call at any time by pressing the voice control button located on the dashboard, waiting until they hear a beep, and then asking Siri to call a contact listed in their iPhone address book. Alternatively, drivers can use the vehicle’s rotary pad to select their contact. 

Ask Siri for Directions 

Similarly, Alfa Romeo drivers can use Apple CarPlay to receive directions via Siri. To do so, drivers need to press the voice control button until they hear a beep and ask for directions to their destination. Drivers can search for local points of interest as well, such as restaurants, gas stations, shops, and more. 

Select Tracks Using Siri 

Apple CarPlay can also help Alfa Romeo drivers control their music via Siri voice commands. After pressing the voice control button and waiting for the beep, drivers can ask Siri to play a specific song, album or playlist. Drivers can also select their music using the rotary pad. 

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