If your RealMe 16 refuses to connect to your car’s Bluetooth, you will not be able to stream music or take hands free calls. The phone may fail to detect the car, or it may connect briefly and then disconnect. This issue is usually caused by pairing conflicts, permission settings, or outdated connections that need refreshing.
The good news is that you can fix most Bluetooth problems in just a few minutes.
Why Your RealMe 16 Cannot Connect to Car Bluetooth
- Bluetooth is turned off or not discoverable.
- The car system is already paired with another device.
- Old pairing data is causing connection conflicts.
- App permissions are blocking Bluetooth access.
- Software bugs affecting wireless connectivity.
Check If Bluetooth Is Enabled on Both Devices
Before trying deeper fixes, make sure Bluetooth is active on both your phone and your car system. If either device is not discoverable, they will not see each other.
Open Settings, and then tap Bluetooth.
Turn Bluetooth on, and wait for available devices to appear.
Now check your car’s infotainment system, and make sure Bluetooth is enabled.
Set the car system to pairing mode, and keep the screen visible.
Remove Old Bluetooth Pairings
Old or corrupted pairings often prevent new connections from working properly. Removing them forces your phone and car to establish a fresh connection.
Open Settings, and then tap Bluetooth.
Tap the previously paired car name, and then select Forget or Unpair.
Go to your car’s Bluetooth settings, and remove the RealMe 16 from saved devices.
Restart both the phone and the car system before pairing again.
Pair the Devices Again
After clearing old connections, pairing should work more reliably. Make sure both devices are close to each other during this process.
Open Settings, and then tap Bluetooth.
Tap Scan for devices, and select your car’s name from the list.
Confirm the pairing code on your phone, and match it with the code shown on your car display.
Tap Pair, and wait until the status shows Connected.
Enable Bluetooth Permissions
Sometimes Bluetooth connects but media or calls do not work properly. This usually happens when permissions are restricted.
Open Settings, and then tap Apps.
Select Bluetooth or Phone services, and then tap Permissions.
Make sure Nearby devices and Phone permissions are allowed.
Return to Bluetooth settings, and test the connection again.
Reset Network Settings
If the problem continues, resetting network settings can clear deeper configuration issues. This will remove saved WiFi and Bluetooth connections, so you will need to reconnect afterward.
Open Settings, and then tap System settings.
Tap Reset options, and then select Reset network settings.
Confirm the reset, and allow the phone to restart.
Pair your RealMe 16 with the car again.
Bluetooth connectivity problems can be frustrating, especially when you rely on your car system daily. In most cases, refreshing the pairing or resetting network settings restores stable connectivity.
FAQs
Why does my RealMe 16 connect but no sound plays through the car speakers?
This often happens when media audio permission is disabled. Open Bluetooth settings, tap the connected car device, and make sure Media audio is turned on.
Why does my phone disconnect from car Bluetooth randomly?
Signal interference, battery optimization settings, or outdated car firmware can cause disconnections. Make sure your phone software is updated and battery saver is turned off.
Can I connect multiple phones to my car Bluetooth at the same time?
Most car systems allow multiple saved devices but only one active connection for calls and media at a time. Disconnect other phones if pairing fails.
