How do I reset my Bluetooth on my Honda HRV?
To reset Bluetooth on a Honda HR-V, start by clearing the current pairing on both the vehicle and the phone, then re‑pair. If issues persist, a soft reboot of the infotainment system or a factory reset can help as a last resort.
Why you might need to reset Bluetooth
Bluetooth issues in the HR-V can manifest as your phone not appearing in the car’s list of devices, calls dropping, or audio not routing to the car speakers. A reset clears stale pairings and refreshes the connection, often resolving these problems.
Step 1: Clear existing Bluetooth pairings
Why this matters
Removing old pairings avoids conflicts when you try to reconnect a device. Do this on both the HR-V and your phone.
- On the HR-V infotainment screen, go to Settings > Bluetooth > Paired Devices (or Phone) and select the phone, then choose Forget/Delete.
- On your phone, open Bluetooth settings, tap the car name (e.g., "Honda HR-V"), and choose Forget This Device (or Remove).
With old pairings cleared on both devices, you’re ready to re‑pair.
Step 2: Re-pair the devices
How to re-pair
Pairing the devices again establishes a fresh connection and can resolve lingering issues.
- On the HR-V, ensure Bluetooth is ON and set to discoverable/pairing mode.
- On your phone, go to Bluetooth settings and select the car from the list of available devices (e.g., "Honda HR-V").
- Confirm the passkey on both devices if prompted, and grant access to contacts/call history if you want to use Hands‑Free features.
After pairing, test phone calls and audio streaming to confirm stability.
Step 3: Soft reset of the infotainment system
When to perform
A soft reboot can fix minor software glitches without erasing personal data.
- Turn off the engine or press and hold the Power/Volume knob on the infotainment unit for about 5–10 seconds to restart the Display Audio system. Wait for the system to reboot fully.
- If your HR-V offers a reboot option, go to Settings > System > Reboot (if available) and confirm.
- After the system restarts, re-check Bluetooth in Settings and test the connection.
If the reboot doesn’t fix the problem, proceed to a factory reset as a last resort.
Step 4: Factory reset of the infotainment system (last resort)
Before you proceed
Factory reset clears saved Bluetooth pairings, radio presets, and some vehicle settings. Back up any preferences you want to restore manually after the reset.
- In the HR-V’s infotainment menu, select Settings > System > Factory Data Reset (or Reset All Settings) and follow the on-screen prompts to confirm.
- The system will restart. After it comes back online, re-pair your phone and reconfigure your preferences.
If you still have trouble after a factory reset, contact Honda customer support or visit a dealership for diagnostic help.
Summary
Most Bluetooth problems in the Honda HR-V are resolved by clearing old pairings on both the car and the phone, then re‑pairing. If necessary, perform a soft reboot of the infotainment system, and only use a factory reset as a last resort since it wipes Bluetooth pairings and other settings. Regular updates to the infotainment software can help prevent future issues.
