Experiencing difficulties connecting your iPhone 6 to your car’s Bluetooth system? You’re not alone. Many users have reported issues, particularly after upgrading to new iPhones, where Bluetooth pairing becomes problematic or unstable. This article delves into a common problem encountered with the iPhone 6 and car Bluetooth systems, focusing on troubleshooting steps and potential solutions.
One user, upgrading from an iPhone 5S running iOS 8, encountered seamless Bluetooth connectivity in a 2013 Ford CMAX Energi. However, upon switching to a 2014 Porsche Cayenne, call connectivity became erratic. Calls would initiate but disconnect after a couple of rings. Troubleshooting steps, including removing and re-pairing devices and even network resets, temporarily resolved the issue on the iPhone 5S in the Porsche.
However, the problem resurfaced with the new iPhone 6. While pairing the iPhone 6 with both the Ford CMAX and Porsche Cayenne was successful, placing calls resulted in immediate disconnections. The Ford Sync system even displayed reduced signal strength, despite the phone having full reception. Similar disconnection issues occurred in the Porsche.
Extensive troubleshooting was performed across both vehicles. Factory resets of the Ford Sync and Porsche Communication Management (PCM) systems were attempted, along with network setting resets and complete phone restores on the iPhone 6. Despite these efforts and re-pairing attempts, the call disconnection problem persisted. Interestingly, a second iPhone 6 exhibited the exact same behavior when tested in both cars, suggesting the issue was not isolated to a single device.
Seeking expert advice, the user contacted Apple iPhone tech support. The support representative, after consulting with senior support, indicated a potential compatibility issue between the Bluetooth technology used in the iPhone 6 and certain car navigation and Bluetooth systems. Apple acknowledged the issue as originating from their end, suggesting a future software patch might be necessary to resolve the incompatibility.
Currently, a definitive solution remains pending a potential update from Apple. If you are experiencing similar Bluetooth connectivity problems between your iPhone 6 and your car, especially with call disconnections, this information suggests a possible device-specific incompatibility, rather than user error or car system malfunction. Keep your iPhone software updated and monitor for any announcements from Apple regarding Bluetooth compatibility patches.
