CarPlay update for 5th gen 2020-24 4Runner

Hello 4Runner Owners!

One of the best features of the 5th gen 4Runner is the addition of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, a few years ago, I started experiencing issues after an Apple OS update. While using CarPlay, my calls would cut in and out, and the screen would suddenly become garbled and unusable. Recently, things got worse, with CarPlay completely locking up, and apps like Waze and Google Maps becoming unstable.

I searched for a solution but couldn't find one. Some people suggested resetting my iPhone or the infotainment system, while others recommended ensuring that the latest over-the-air Entune update was installed. Unfortunately, none of these worked.

Thankfully, I finally found the solution! Toyota offers a free update on their website. Here’s the link:
https://www.toyota.com/firmware-updates
I also created a YouTube video with step-by-step instructions!
https://youtu.be/EuX-Ly4I_1Y?si=1AnKcwtd-_Dbx1fV

I hope this helps anyone who has had issues with their infotainment system! Happy 4Running!

 

sweet. thank you so much

 

Most recent update for my 2021 with navigation is audio version 1162 and nav version 1150 from February 2022, so y’all with similar model years can check your radios first.

I run into the occasional bug where I have to go into CarPlay manually from the Menu instead of the home shortcut which doesn’t respond but no big deal. Just if anyone’s seen that too, you’re not alone!

 

Yep, I updated the firmware 2 years ago and the latest firmware still have bugs with blutooth audio disconnecting time to time and carplay google map glitches rarely.

(Just checked my video to see how old it is)

 

Welcome

 

Yeah, good to know it's not just me!

 

Does that update the navigation?

 

Thanks!