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How do you reset Bluetooth in a BMW?
I let a friend connect to Bluetooth in my car, but now I can’t get my phone to connect for calls or music. I want to reset the system and delete my friend’s phone so this issue doesn’t happen again. How do you reset the Bluetooth in a BMW?
Kathryn Mae Kurlychek · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Resetting the Bluetooth in your BMW isn’t hard—but the process can vary depending on what type of BMW you drive. For example, if you drive an older BMW, there may be a Bluetooth “code” you have to key into your phone to connect with your system, while in newer models the Bluetooth may connect automatically.
Before you attempt a total Bluetooth reset, you may be able to correct the problem simply by deleting your friend’s phone from the system. Some BMW models have a “pairing limit” that only allows a certain number of devices to be connected simultaneously.
In most cases, resetting a BMW Bluetooth just means turning it off and back on again (like a broken computer). All you have to do is:
- Turn your ignition to the On position
- Navigate to your vehicle’s Settings, then select Bluetooth
- Delete your phone from the list of devices
- Turn off the Bluetooth
- Turn off your phone
- Turn both your phone and your car’s Bluetooth back on again and initiate pairing
Of course, depending on the model you drive and your vehicle’s age, those steps may look slightly different. It’s a good idea to check your BMW owner’s manual (if you have it) for more precise instructions.
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