What is the reason why the Levin USB flash drive cannot be read?
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Toyota Levin USB flash drive cannot be read because the file format downloaded in the USB flash drive does not match the format of the car's system, so it cannot be recognized. Download the file into a format that matches the car's system. The main functions of the USB interface in the car: 1. Use the standard power supply in the car to charge electrical appliances with USB as the interface, or as a fixed power supply interface for electrical appliances. 2. The USB interface belongs to the vehicle transmission line, which has the advantages of fast transmission speed, convenient use, support for hot plugging, flexible connection, and independent power supply. It is generally a universal interface for plugging USB devices such as USB flash drives and MP3s. 3. The USB interface in the car can be used for: plugging in a USB flash drive to listen to songs, charging mobile phones and MP3s, serving as a USB car cigarette lighter interface, serving as an interface for electronic dogs and driving recorders, and charging computers and tablets.
I have noticed that the issue of the Levin USB flash drive not being readable is quite common, possibly due to dust accumulation or oxidation in the USB port causing poor contact, especially after frequent use when dust builds up inside the port. The format of the USB flash drive is also crucial; if the file system is not FAT32 or exFAT, the car's system may not recognize it, and large-capacity USB flash drives, such as those exceeding 64GB, have poorer compatibility. It could also be a fault with the USB flash drive itself, such as a loose port or burnt internal circuitry. It is recommended to first test whether the USB flash drive works properly on a computer. Additionally, if the Levin's media system software is outdated or has bugs, it may affect recognition. Regularly updating or restarting the vehicle can resolve some issues. When cleaning the port, use a soft brush and operate gently to avoid damaging sensitive components.
If the USB flash drive is not recognized when plugged into the Levin, I suspect it might be a software-related issue. The car's system version might be too old to support certain USB drives, so check if there's any update prompt on the central control screen. The USB drive must be formatted to FAT32 to be compatible, as NTFS format usually cannot be read. File structure errors could also be the culprit; deeply nested folders or filenames with special characters may affect readability. Insufficient power supply could be another hidden issue, especially with high-capacity USB drives that consume more power than the port can provide. Try using a smaller-capacity USB drive after formatting it, or reset the media system. For regular maintenance, avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight inside the car to prevent USB drive damage, and keep the USB drive clean for smoother operation.