We recommend backing up your iPhone’s data, using either iTunes or iCloud, so that you’ll be able to restore all of your personal data to your iPhone after the reset is complete.36 Warning: Restoring your iPhone to its factory settings will remove all of its data, music, photos, settings and applications. If SYNC never displayed the text message alert or was unable to read the text message aloud, then you may need to restore your iPhone to its factory settings and try these instructions again. If SYNC 3 does not receive the text message.Your iPhone will only notify SYNC of incoming text messages when the screen is locked. Wait for the instrument cluster to turn off.Īlso, ensure that your iPhone screen is locked.
If not, continue on with the remaining steps.īefore you check to see if you can start using the text messaging feature right away, you’ll need to restart your vehicle: If SYNC was able to display an alert and read the incoming text message aloud, you’re all set! You can continue enjoying this feature without additional set up and jump to step 6 to learn voice commands. When your iPhone is paired to SYNC 3 and a new text message arrives, an audible tone will sound and the touchscreen will display a pop-up with the sender’s name and ID (if this feature is supported by your iPhone). Have a friend or family member send a text message to your iPhone and check for the following: