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Troubleshooting a Bluetooth Issue Between a Garmin Automotive Device and a Mobile Phone
Your automotive device uses Bluetooth technology to connect with your mobile phone.
An issue with the Bluetooth connection between the two can cause any of the following issues:
Automotive device and phone will not find one another
Automotive device and phone encounter problems during the pairing process
The pairing process is successful, but devices do not maintain a Bluetooth connection
If your device and phone are experiencing Bluetooth-related issues, try the following troubleshooting:
- Update software
The software of your automotive device can be updated by following steps in Updating Automotive Maps and Software with Garmin Express or via Wi-Fi updates on your device.
See your device's owner's manual for instructions on updating via Wi-Fi.
It is recommended for the mobile phone to have the latest software as well. Consult your phone's owner's manual for guidance on how to update.
Delete pairing history
Clearing the pairing history on the automotive device and the phone will establish a new Bluetooth session between the devices
To clear the pairing history on your automotive device
Open the device’s Settings or the gear icon
Touch Bluetooth
- Bluetooth is in the Wireless Networks setting on some devices
Touch the gear to the right of the phone's name
Touch Forget
Touch Okay
Steps for clearing pairing history on the phone can vary by make/model. If you are unsure how to clear the history, you may need to consult your phone's manual or manufacturer.
To clear pairing history on an iPhone
Open the Settings on the phone
Touch Bluetooth
Touch the info button (i icon) next to the paired automotive device
Touch “Forget this device”
To clear pairing history on an Android phone
Open the Settings on the phone
Touch Bluetooth
Touch the gear icon next to your listed automotive device
On some Android phones, select the listed automotive device instead
Touch Forget/Unpair