Where is the Bluetooth in the Prado?

[ODaniela]

The Bluetooth in the Prado is located in the central control screen. You can press the menu button on the central control screen and then select Bluetooth to turn it on or off. Many cars come with built-in Bluetooth functionality, which allows drivers to connect their smartphones to the car's system. This enables them to make and receive calls and play music from their phones. The Prado features a non-load-bearing frame and adopts an advanced front double-wishbone independent suspension and rear four-link suspension structure, enhancing the vehicle's torsional and bending rigidity. The new model also comes standard with large 265/65R17 tires, combined with Toyota's advanced four-wheel-drive system and central differential lock, ensuring both off-road capability and on-road comfort.

[MacAlivia]

To find Bluetooth in a Prado, for older models, check around the steering wheel or the central control screen. For newer models, tap the menu button on the touchscreen homepage to see the Bluetooth option, and remember to select 'Add New Device' when pairing. Once, while driving my friend's Land Cruiser Prado, I noticed the infotainment system was lagging, but after a restart, connecting via Bluetooth became much smoother. Over time, the car's Bluetooth may respond slowly, so remember to regularly delete unused device records. If music suddenly disconnects during navigation, don't panic—just turn off your phone's Bluetooth and reconnect. For long road trips, it's wise to keep an AUX cable handy, especially useful in mountainous areas with poor signal.

[RebeccaMarie]

When I used to drive a Prado, I often helped people connect Bluetooth. For the older models, you need to press the phone icon in the top left corner of the center console. For newer models, you have to go into the system settings. Note that the vehicle must be in ACC power-on mode to pair, just turn the key to ON. If you can't find the device no matter what, first check the infotainment system version—models before 2018 are prone to incompatibility with newer phones. The easiest solution is to force restart the module by long-pressing the call end button on the steering wheel for three seconds—it works like a charm based on my experience. If you've modified the center console screen, be extra careful about loose wiring issues.

[LailaAnn]

The Bluetooth button location for the Toyota Prado varies across three generations: the 2009 model has it on the right side of the steering wheel, the 2014 model moved it to the physical buttons below the screen, and the current model integrates it entirely into the touchscreen. If you can't connect, don't just fiddle with your phone—hold the center console power button for 15 seconds to reset the system. There have been cases where a tempered glass screen protector caused touchscreen failure, making it impossible to tap the Bluetooth icon; removing the protector solved the issue. Occasional disconnections might be due to phone problems—try clearing the car's Bluetooth list and rescanning. If Bluetooth fails after driving on rough roads, check the head unit's connectors.

[VonCody]

Bluetooth issues are quite common in the Land Cruiser. Helped a neighbor with it last week. Steps vary by model: use the phone button on the steering wheel/HOME button on the center console/third menu tab on the screen. If devices aren't detected, first delete the car's pairing record from your phone, then re-pair. Note: Huawei phones often have compatibility issues - updating the car's firmware usually fixes this. Aftermarket electronics can interfere with signals - I've seen dashcams cause intermittent Bluetooth connections.