Bluetooth connectivity improved?

[RaulP]

I’ve been having issues with maps not Loading (both Apple Maps and Google Maps), and if they do load unable to use directions saying cannot connect (or something similar) and occasionally Apple Music not connecting with the same cannot connect message. I may have found the issue. I’m on Verizon and I activated their VPN which seems to cause problems with the Toyota wifi connection. I disabled the VPN and it seems to be working now. So, if you have an active VPN on your phone, this may be a fix.

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[4R-Sport]

I’ve been having issues with maps not Loading (both Apple Maps and Google Maps), and if they do load unable to use directions saying cannot connect (or something similar) and occasionally Apple Music not connecting with the same cannot connect message. I may have found the issue. I’m on Verizon and I activated their VPN which seems to cause problems with the Toyota wifi connection. I disabled the VPN and it seems to be working now. So, if you have an active VPN on your phone, this may be a fix.

I haven't had any major issues, but your post reminded me that I initially had issues with the App / Connected Services when using a VPN App on my phone. I can see where that could cause issues.

 

[lavrgs]

My reliable connections ended last week. I’m back to turning off Bluetooth on the phone and restarting the console…

 

[internet888]

There’s a couple different problems I have had with my 2026 4Runner Platinum
1) CarPlay disconnects but the Bluetooth between phone and screen is still connected. The screen goes back to the white Toyota menu. I have to select my phone and flip the Apple CarPlay switch on the screen.

2) The entire infotainment screen goes black and restarts. CarPlay and Bluetooth disconnects. I have to wait until the screen turns on again and then reconnect everything.

Sometimes it happens within the first 5 mins of driving. Sometimes it happens multiple times in one driving session. None of the other screens restarts (Dash and AC screens)

This is very annoying and I’m glad I found this thread. Hopefully it’s under warranty and the head unit can be replaced or updated.

 

[josiahg52]

Do any of you have more than phone paired to your vehicles?

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