What could be the reason for the USB connection failure in Volkswagen Tharu?
3 Answers
The inability to connect USB in Volkswagen Tharu may be due to different music formats supported by the multimedia player. Even when the format requirements are met, sometimes it's not enough as the player also has certain bitrate requirements for music. When these requirements are exceeded, the player may fail to play the music. For specific details, please refer to the car's user manual. Whether songs on a USB drive inserted into the car's USB port can be played depends on the car's equipment: 1. USB ports converted from the cigarette lighter socket can only be used to charge mobile phones or tablets, not for playback. 2. Built-in USB ports on the car's playback device can generally play music. 3. Self-extended USB ports on the car's playback device may or may not support playback. 4. The format of songs stored on the USB drive must be recognizable by the car's system.
I previously encountered an issue with the Tharu's USB connection not working, and it took trying various methods to finally resolve it. The most common problem is dust or wear in the USB port, as it can easily get clogged with debris over time with regular car use. Next, check the data cable—the connector might be bent, or the cable could be of poor quality, leading to incompatibility with the car's system and recognition failure. There could also be issues with the phone settings, such as USB debugging not being enabled or selecting charging mode instead of file transfer. If the car's system hasn't been updated for a long time, bugs might occur, and sometimes simply restarting the car can fix it. Don’t overlook the fuse—if the car’s USB fuse blows, it cuts off power. Finally, I recommend visiting a 4S shop to run a diagnostic scan for a more professional check-up. Personally, I regularly clean the port to avoid issues, as developing good habits is important, especially since connecting your phone for music or navigation relies on it.
Oh dear, it was really frustrating when my Tharu's USB suddenly stopped working. At first I thought the cable was broken, but even after replacing it with a new one, the problem persisted. After struggling for a while, I realized the port was clogged with dirt. Blowing out the dust with compressed air fixed it. The phone side is also crucial – if the USB settings aren't configured to the correct transfer mode or debugging is turned off, it won't be recognized. Outdated car software can cause issues too; checking for updates and restarting the vehicle often helps. From experience, sometimes the USB fuse in the trunk's fuse box burns out and needs replacement. My advice is to try these simple solutions first, and if they don't work, take it to a shop rather than forcing it. Remember to avoid using cheap charging cables as they have poor compatibility and are prone to issues. Regular maintenance can save you a lot of trouble.
