Why is there no sound after connecting to Bluetooth in CRV?
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Reasons for no sound via Bluetooth: 1. Volume not turned on: Simply increase the "Media" volume, same applies to car navigation systems. 2. Incompatible pairing codes: When certain phones (e.g., iPhone) have music playback programming incompatible with certain vehicle models' pairing codes, try switching Bluetooth playback frequency bands for normal operation. 3. Car Bluetooth multimedia music not enabled: Locate the multimedia option on the screen, enter it and select Bluetooth music playback. 4. Signal interference: If the phone's media audio isn't turned off, it may cause signal interference with Bluetooth functionality. Access the phone's Bluetooth settings and disable media audio while keeping phone audio active.
I often encounter the issue of my CRV's Bluetooth being connected but no sound coming through. My first reaction is to check the phone settings. Sometimes the media volume on my phone is accidentally turned down, or music doesn't play in silent mode, especially when my favorite music app is muted in the background. In the CRV's infotainment system, I need to make sure the audio output source is set to Bluetooth instead of the radio or USB. This setting can be found either on the steering wheel buttons or the touchscreen. Once, I also discovered that after a phone system update, the permissions were reset, and the app didn't have microphone or audio access. After ruling these out, if the problem persists, it might be due to unstable Bluetooth—disconnecting and reconnecting usually solves it. Remember to wait a few seconds for the signal to stabilize when trying to play songs in the car.
