What is the reason why Volvo Bluetooth cannot play music from the phone?

[AlyssaAnn]

Volvo Bluetooth cannot play music from the phone because the music playback has not been switched to Bluetooth mode. Simply select the Bluetooth playback mode in the media section of the central control screen to play music from the phone. The method for connecting Volvo Bluetooth to a phone to play music is: 1. Turn on the car's Bluetooth and the phone's Bluetooth, then pair them by entering the password and connecting; 2. Open the Bluetooth music option on the central control screen; 3. Open the corresponding music player on the phone and click play. Volvo is a famous Swedish luxury car brand, founded in Gothenburg, Sweden, in 1927. In 2010, Chinese automaker Zhejiang Geely Holding Group acquired Volvo's car business from Ford and obtained ownership of the Volvo car brand.

[LaDamian]

Over the years, I've experimented with various car Bluetooth systems. When Volvo Bluetooth can't play phone music, it's usually a pairing issue. First, check your phone settings to ensure media audio sharing is enabled—many overlook this permission. Then, test in the car: delete old pairings, reboot the infotainment system, wait a few minutes for a full reset, and reconnect. If there's still no sound, it might be a Bluetooth module compatibility conflict, especially with significant version gaps between Android phones and the car system. Try updating both phone and car software, or test with a friend's iPhone. Also, watch your parking spot—nearby high-voltage towers or signal interference can disrupt transmission. If all else fails, visit a shop for hardware checks; while rare, Bluetooth receiver failures do occur.

[SanStephanie]

Last week, I just helped my neighbor solve this issue. The key is to troubleshoot step by step: First, confirm whether the phone's Bluetooth is set to discoverable mode, then put the vehicle into pairing mode. After successful connection, don't rush to play music—check if the infotainment screen displays 'Bluetooth Audio' as the media source, as sometimes the system automatically switches to radio or USB. Then play any song on your phone and adjust both phone and car audio volumes to medium level. There's also a hidden setting where phone power-saving mode restricts background apps—turning off power-saving allows the app to output signals stably. If these steps don't work, consider deleting all previously paired devices in the car, as too many cached devices can confuse the system. My neighbor's issue was caused by having two tablets connected simultaneously, which prevented the new phone from playing audio.

[OTimothy]

Here are a few key points: The most common issue is incomplete mobile app permissions, especially on Android devices which require manual authorization for media playback. The car's infotainment system automatically disconnects after 15 minutes of inactivity, and music playback will resume only after reactivation. Try testing with a different playback cable, as using CarPlay while charging can sometimes interfere with the Bluetooth channel. Recent vehicle system updates may have altered the settings path - check the 'Media Source' option in the central console to locate Bluetooth. For better compatibility, use mainstream music apps like NetEase Cloud Music or QQ Music on your phone. Remember to turn off WiFi hotspot when connecting via Bluetooth to avoid signal conflicts.

[RuthLynn]

As a decade-long car owner, I would first check three areas when encountering this situation: the media sharing toggle under the Volvo connection in the phone's Bluetooth settings—this switch often mysteriously turns off; whether the multifunction buttons on the steering wheel are stuck in the phone channel instead of switching back to the media channel; or insufficient RAM in the infotainment system causing a crash, requiring a forced reboot by holding the HOME button for 15 seconds. Also, be mindful of residual cached data from old phone models when switching to a new device—thoroughly clear the car's Bluetooth history. If playback suddenly stops, it might indicate that the Bluetooth firmware needs an update—check the official website for the compatible version for your car model. High humidity on rainy days can also weaken the signal, so testing in an underground garage tends to be more stable than in open-air conditions.