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Fusion Bluetooth Pairing Issue

Hi, I'm having trouble with my 2005 Ford Fusion with a gasoline engine. It's got about 225000 km on it. My smartphone just won't connect to the car's system anymore. I've tried restarting my phone, deleting and re-pairing the Bluetooth connection, even checking for software revisions on both the phone and the car (though I'm not sure how much revising a 2005 car does!). The error memory also shows a fault, but I don't have the equipment to read it myself. Could incorrect pairing with the end device really be the reason? Any thoughts?

A 2005 Ford Fusion owner is experiencing Bluetooth connectivity issues with their smartphone, unable to connect to the car's system. Despite attempts to restart the phone, delete and re-pair the connection, and check for software updates, the problem persists. A suggestion is made to perform a full system reset on the car's infotainment system, though it may require professional assistance. Ultimately, the issue is resolved by addressing an incorrect pairing, confirmed by a workshop visit.

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Hey there, I've got a Fusion too, although I think mine's a bit newer. I had a similar problem a while back. The Bluetooth just refused to cooperate, and the system kept throwing up errors. Have you tried a full system reset on the car's infotainment? Sometimes that clears out old data and lets you start fresh. Also, is your phone's Bluetooth discoverable? Silly question, I know, but worth checking!

Thanks for the quick reply! I'm not sure about a 'full system reset' - where would I find that option? I've poked around in the menus but haven't seen anything obvious. And yes, my phone is discoverable; it connects to other devices just fine. Could it be some sort of module malfunction?

Okay, so the reset option might be buried in the settings somewhere, or it could even be a dealer-only thing. Honestly, with the error code popping up too, it sounds like something a bit more serious than just a simple pairing issue. To avoid further malfunction, I'd suggest taking it to a workshop to get the error memory read. Could be a quick fix, or it could be something deeper. At least you'll know for sure.

Alright, I appreciate the advice. I'll take it to a local workshop and have them check the error codes and the pairing of my phone. I just got the final bill, it was indeed an incorrect pairing, and it only cost me 45€. Thanks again for pointing me in the right direction!

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