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Vehicle Coding & Diagnostics

Apple CarPlay Activation

Want Apple CarPlay on your car’s screen? On compatible vehicles we activate and code CarPlay on-site, unlocking a feature that’s often already built into your system.

Steps

What We Do For CarPlay

Check, activate, and test

  1. 1

    Check Compatibility

    We confirm your vehicle and head unit support CarPlay activation.

  2. 2

    Activate & Code

    We enable and code CarPlay so it appears and runs on your screen.

  3. 3

    Test With Your Phone

    We connect your iPhone and confirm CarPlay works before we finish.

How It Works

Unlock Apple CarPlay On-Site

On compatible vehicles we enable and code Apple CarPlay, then test it with your iPhone so it’s ready to use before we leave.

Hidden Feature

Unlock What's Built In

Many vehicles support CarPlay in the software — we simply activate it.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about Apple CarPlay activation and compatibility.

  • Only vehicles whose head unit supports CarPlay in its software can be activated. Send us your make, model and year and we'll confirm compatibility.

  • Often not — on compatible vehicles CarPlay is already built into the system and just needs enabling. Where hardware is required we'll let you know first.

  • That depends on your vehicle. Some support wireless CarPlay, others are wired only — we'll confirm what your car supports before activation.

  • Yes. Our CarPlay activation service is fully mobile and carried out at your home, work or driveway across the North East.

  • We cover Newcastle, Gateshead and more than 40 towns and communities across the North East. If you're unsure whether we reach you, just get in touch.

Get in touch

Address:
The Beacon
Westgate Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 9PN