MyVans Your Vehicle Solution Connecting your phone to your Kia’s Bluetooth system allows you to make hands-free phone calls, stream music, and access other features. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to connect Bluetooth to your Kia.
Step 1: Turn on Bluetooth
To connect your phone to your Kia’s Bluetooth system, you need to have Bluetooth turned on in your phone’s settings. Go to your phone’s settings and turn on Bluetooth.
Step 2: Pair Your Phone With Your Kia
Once Bluetooth is turned on, you need to pair your phone with your Kia. Press the setup button on your Kia’s infotainment system and select the “Bluetooth” option. Then, select “Add New” and your Kia’s infotainment system will start scanning for nearby devices.
Step 3: Select Your Phone
When your phone appears on the list of available devices, select it and enter the passcode that appears on your Kia’s infotainment system. This passcode is unique to your Kia and ensures that only your phone can connect to your Kia’s Bluetooth system.
Step 4: Confirm Pairing
After entering the passcode, your phone will prompt you to confirm the pairing with your Kia. Select “Yes” to confirm the pairing.
Step 5: Test Your Connection
Once your phone is connected to your Kia’s Bluetooth system, test the connection by making a phone call or playing music from your phone. If the connection is successful, you should hear the audio from your phone through your Kia’s speakers.
If you’re having trouble connecting your phone to your Kia’s Bluetooth system, try the following steps:
Restart your phone and Kia
Turning your phone and Kia off and on again can sometimes resolve connectivity issues.
Delete old pairings
If you’ve previously paired your phone with other devices, delete those pairings from your phone’s Bluetooth settings.
Make sure your phone’s Bluetooth is discoverable
If your phone’s Bluetooth is not discoverable, it will not appear on the list of available devices when you try to connect it to your Kia.
Check for software updates
If you’re still having trouble connecting your phone to your Kia’s Bluetooth system, check for software updates for both your phone and your Kia’s infotainment system. Updating to the latest software can sometimes resolve connectivity issues.
