Nissan Kicks are great cars. They have an awesome interior, and a spacious trunk and they are really fun to drive. However, there is one issue that many owners have had with their Kicks. The Bluetooth isn’t working properly.
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This can be a problem if you need to use your phone while driving the car or if you need to make hands-free calls while driving the car. So, how do you fix it?
Here are some simple steps to take when your Bluetooth isn’t working properly on your Nissan Kicks.
Symptoms
If you have a Bluetooth-equipped Nissan Pathfinder, it can become very frustrating when you are trying to listen to music or make a phone call while you are driving.
This is because the phone’s sound may cut out or stop working at random times, and there is no way to turn off the Bluetooth system.
Causes
There are several reasons why your Bluetooth system may not be working properly. You can check the most common problems below.
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No Signal – If you have no signal coming from your Bluetooth device, then you will not be able to use it at all.
This can happen when your Bluetooth antenna is not working properly or if there is a problem with the main unit itself, such as a short circuit or a bad fuse.
To fix this, you will need to replace the Bluetooth unit itself if it is broken or damaged in any way and then make sure that all of your wirings are in good condition and properly connected.
Bluetooth Adapter Not Working – If your Bluetooth adapter is not working properly, then you will not be able to use it at all. This can be caused by a problem with the Bluetooth adapter itself such as a broken wire or bad connection.
If it is broken or damaged, you will need to get a new Bluetooth adapter, and you will have to make sure that all of your car wirings are in good condition.
If you have any issues with your car’s wiring, you should contact a mechanic about it.
Faulty Battery – If your battery is dead, then you won’t be able to use your Bluetooth system at all. This can be caused by a problem with the battery itself such as a short or bad connection.
To fix this, you will need to replace the battery if it is dead or damaged in any way and then make sure that all of your wirings are in good condition and properly connected.
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If you are having trouble with the Bluetooth on your Nissan, then you may want to try the following steps:
First of all, make sure that your car is connected to a working wireless connection by turning on the radio. This will ensure that your Bluetooth is working properly.
Turn off the car and then turn it back on again. If this does not work, then you will need to reboot your computer. To do this, restart your computer by holding down the power button for at least ten seconds.
If you are still having problems with this process, then call a mechanic for a further inspection.
Max Anthony
Max is a gizmo-savvy guy, who has a tendency to get pulled into the nitty gritty details of technology and cars. He attended UT Austin, where he studied Information Science. He’s married and has three kids, one dog and a GMC truck and a Porsche 911. With a large family, he still finds time to share tips and tricks on cars, trucks and more.
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