Is It Normal for Highlander to Have No Sound When Playing Music via Bluetooth Connection?
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It is not normal for the Highlander to have no sound when playing music via Bluetooth connection, and it requires timely inspection and repair. Below is a detailed introduction about the Highlander: 1. Overview: The Highlander is a Toyota-produced vehicle, a large-sized SUV in the Toyota family. It features a spacious body and innovative, roomy interior. The Highlander is equipped with the highest standard safety features in its class. 2. Features: The Highlander is powered by a 3.5-liter V6 engine with an output of up to 201 kilowatts, paired with a stepped 5-speed automatic transmission. The body is relatively wide, providing ample interior space. In terms of safety, it comes standard with seven SRS airbags.
Last time I drove the Highlander, I also encountered this issue - having Bluetooth connected but no sound is really frustrating. First, check if both your phone and the car stereo volume are turned up enough. Sometimes the phone volume is maxed out but the car stereo is muted. Then, check the Bluetooth connection status - showing as connected doesn't necessarily mean the audio channel is working. I've experienced situations where the media audio was accidentally turned off in the phone's Bluetooth settings. Make sure to select Bluetooth as the audio source on the car screen - many people stay in radio mode after connecting. If all else fails, restart both your phone and the car system - older car systems are prone to bugs. Finally, check the Bluetooth connection history, delete old devices and pair again - new phone systems often have compatibility issues with older car systems. If none of these solutions work, you might need to consider Bluetooth module or amplifier failure.
If Bluetooth connects but there's no sound when playing music, it's likely a settings issue. Open your phone's Bluetooth settings and make sure the media audio permission is enabled—I helped a neighbor with this; his phone automatically turned it off after a system update. Go to the Highlander's infotainment screen and check the audio source menu to confirm Bluetooth is selected, not USB or CarPlay. Inspect the multimedia system's mute button, as the steering wheel volume keys might have accidentally triggered mute. Conflicts between old and new device pairings are common—delete all Bluetooth records and re-pair. Outdated car system versions can also cause this; check Toyota's official website for firmware updates. Also, see if your music app has separate volume settings—QQ Music, for example, has an in-car exclusive mode that often causes issues. If it's a hardware failure, there's usually static or intermittent sound.
