How do I connect my iphone to my Mazda?
Follow these steps to pair your phone to your car.
- Turn Bluetooth® on in your phone’s options.
- Select the gear-shaped settings icon and touch the “devices” tab.
- Select Bluetooth® and turn it on.
- Select “Add New Device”
- On your phone, search for Bluetooth® devices and select “Mazda.”
What kind of Bluetooth does a 2012 Mazda 3 use?
2012 Mazda’s use Bluetooth v1.0, whereas the new iPhone have (for the first time) Bluetooth v5.0. Apple does not communicate this incompatibility issue to their customers before purchase, which is disgusting and a big problem. The fact that our devices CAN connect and work, means it is software related, which Apple should be able to fix.
Can a iPhone 6 connect to a 2012 Mazda 3?
I also have no problem connecting it to my iPhone 6. 2012 Mazda’s use Bluetooth v1.0, whereas the new iPhone have (for the first time) Bluetooth v5.0. Apple does not communicate this incompatibility issue to their customers before purchase, which is disgusting and a big problem.
What to do if your Mazda Bluetooth is not working?
If you still cannot pinpoint the issue, taking your Mazda to the dealership you bought it from is the next logical step. They will be able to check the Bluetooth unit for defects and keep you informed about any software bugs that have been reported by other drivers.
Why does iPhone X not work with Mazda 3?
There are no Mazda firmware updates available – which clearly aren’t the problem anyway since they still work will all other Apple devices. iPhone X’s should be able to communicate to ALL versions of Bluetooth, without their customers having to spend another $1000 for an aftermarket Apple Carplay system for their cars. Fix your software Apple.
2012 Mazda’s use Bluetooth v1.0, whereas the new iPhone have (for the first time) Bluetooth v5.0. Apple does not communicate this incompatibility issue to their customers before purchase, which is disgusting and a big problem. The fact that our devices CAN connect and work, means it is software related, which Apple should be able to fix.
I also have no problem connecting it to my iPhone 6. 2012 Mazda’s use Bluetooth v1.0, whereas the new iPhone have (for the first time) Bluetooth v5.0. Apple does not communicate this incompatibility issue to their customers before purchase, which is disgusting and a big problem.
How do I connect my Bluetooth to my Mazda?
If your Mazda has a touchscreen interface, follow these steps to use Bluetooth Audio: Select ENTERTAINMENT on the home screen, which will be visible at the bottom of the screen. Press BLUETOOTH. Select ROOT MENU to make your song choice from the files displayed.
There are no Mazda firmware updates available – which clearly aren’t the problem anyway since they still work will all other Apple devices. iPhone X’s should be able to communicate to ALL versions of Bluetooth, without their customers having to spend another $1000 for an aftermarket Apple Carplay system for their cars. Fix your software Apple.