How to Adjust the Volume of Google Maps on Apple Carplay -STEP-by-STEP

How to Adjust the Volume of Google Maps on Apple Carplay. Struggling to adjust the Google Maps volume on Apple CarPlay? In this quick tutorial, I'll show you exactly how to control navigation voice volume using your car's controls or iPhone settings—perfect for safe driving without missing a turn! Whether your GPS directions are too quiet or blasting over your radio, this works on any compatible vehicle like Honda CR-V, Toyota Highlander, Subaru Forester, or Mazda CX-5. Why Your CarPlay Navigation Volume Might Be Off Apple CarPlay separates media volume (up to 40 on most stereos) from navigation voice (limited to about 11). You can only tweak the Google Maps voice volume when it's actively speaking, but we'll cover easy workarounds for parked adjustments too. No more fumbling with low volume issues during drives! Step-by-Step: How to Adjust Google Maps Volume on Apple CarPlay Connect Your iPhone: Plug in via USB or use wireless CarPlay—ensure Google Maps is open and navigation is active. Trigger Voice Guidance: Start a route in Google Maps to make it speak (e.g., "Turn left in 500 feet"). This switches your car's volume knob to navigation mode. Use Car Controls: While directions play, turn the volume dial up/down on your stereo. Background radio/music ducks but stays audible—ideal for multitasking! Parked Adjustment Hack: Stop safely, tap the Google Maps app on your CarPlay screen, go to Settings - Navigation - Voice Volume, and slide to Louder, Normal, or Softer. Or, in iPhone Settings - Maps - Driving & Navigation, fine-tune guidance volume. Pro Tip for Music Lovers: In Google Maps settings, enable "Play voice over Bluetooth" or mute media during turns to prioritize directions without blasting. Tested on a 2019 Honda CR-V, but this Google Maps CarPlay volume fix applies to all iOS devices and cars with Apple CarPlay support. If you're dealing with volume too loud on calls or low during music playback, check your app's voice settings or disable Siri interference. Got volume glitches with Waze, Apple Maps, or Android Auto too? Drop a comment below—we'll troubleshoot! If this helped fix your CarPlay navigation volume control, hit that 👍 LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE for more iPhone CarPlay tips, and turn on notifications 🔔 for weekly auto tech hacks. #AppleCarPlay #GoogleMaps #NavigationVolume #CarPlayTips #iPhoneCarPlay #VolumeControl #HondaCRV #ToyotaHighlander #SubaruForester #SafeDriving #GPSTips #CarStereo #iOSNavigation