Bluetooth kit for Series II?
#3
Smoking turbo yay
^It was only available for Grand Touring and R3 only, though. Sport doesn't come with it.
I'd say just look for an aftermarket option. I haven't seen it as an OEM accessory anywhere, and unless you like doing wiring work, it's not really worth it to rip one out from a GT/R3 at a junkyard.
I'd say just look for an aftermarket option. I haven't seen it as an OEM accessory anywhere, and unless you like doing wiring work, it's not really worth it to rip one out from a GT/R3 at a junkyard.
#4
^It was only available for Grand Touring and R3 only, though. Sport doesn't come with it.
I'd say just look for an aftermarket option. I haven't seen it as an OEM accessory anywhere, and unless you like doing wiring work, it's not really worth it to rip one out from a GT/R3 at a junkyard.
I'd say just look for an aftermarket option. I haven't seen it as an OEM accessory anywhere, and unless you like doing wiring work, it's not really worth it to rip one out from a GT/R3 at a junkyard.
The Series I has this kit available: https://www.gtacarkits.com/product/m...phone-aux-kit/
I haven't found anything like it for the S2, though.
#7
Smoking turbo yay
With my factory navigation, it even shows the Bluetooth audio option, but it stays grayed out... It also never asks if I want the phone to be used for streaming audio.
#9
#12
Nowadays BT is usually built in the head unit, you'd have to change everything. Which is what I'm doing, just ordered a new head unit and all the additional stuff from Crutchfield.
Last edited by arakawa; 03-17-2018 at 01:02 PM.
#13
BT Kit -swapped
When I bought my latest 8 (2010 GT 6spd with Factory Nav and 23k miles) the BT came locked and after repeated calls to Mazda they wouldn't give me a code to unlock it. For $650 I could get a new one. So on ebay I got a used one for $60 and in 10 minutes swapped it myself (it's in the back under the center console between rear seats. I thought that I would possibly get the streaming (on the Nav screen it does have the BT button) but it is still grayed out. Perhaps a brand new BT unit would have allowed this...got to wait on that upgrade if I want to try and if this works I will post again. Just got BHR Ignition kit and doing tune up so out of cash for now.
#14
Smoking turbo yay
When I bought my latest 8 (2010 GT 6spd with Factory Nav and 23k miles) the BT came locked and after repeated calls to Mazda they wouldn't give me a code to unlock it. For $650 I could get a new one. So on ebay I got a used one for $60 and in 10 minutes swapped it myself (it's in the back under the center console between rear seats. I thought that I would possibly get the streaming (on the Nav screen it does have the BT button) but it is still grayed out. Perhaps a brand new BT unit would have allowed this...got to wait on that upgrade if I want to try and if this works I will post again. Just got BHR Ignition kit and doing tune up so out of cash for now.
I know on some cars like my previous 08 Accord Coupe, the radio requires a code to unlock after every battery disconnection, and the code was recorded on a card. If you lose the card, you just go to the dealer and give them the VIN, and they will give the code to you.
I have disconnected my RX-8 battery a bajiliion times now and the unit never asked for a code.
Personally, I have a Bluetooth to AUX adapter in the centre console. $24 and works for me. I also have an AUX cable sitting there, too, and most of the time, I just use that.
#15
Yes, it was a shock to me the system came locked. The original owner put a PIN on the Bluetooth connection, which has since been discontinued. I tried hundreds of codes 0000, 1111 and more and it was still locked. It was super simple to put in but if you aren't handy you could get socked for $650, unless you wanted to get an aftermarket head unit. So now I have the original Nav and I use a ProClip mount for my iPhone 7+ and a belkin adapter that charges and has a headphone out to the aux. Works great.
#16
Smoking turbo yay
Yes, it was a shock to me the system came locked. The original owner put a PIN on the Bluetooth connection, which has since been discontinued. I tried hundreds of codes 0000, 1111 and more and it was still locked. It was super simple to put in but if you aren't handy you could get socked for $650, unless you wanted to get an aftermarket head unit. So now I have the original Nav and I use a ProClip mount for my iPhone 7+ and a belkin adapter that charges and has a headphone out to the aux. Works great.
Was the car sold privately or through a dealer?
#17
It was a used car dealer and that is one thing I didn't have tested before I bought the car...never crossed my mind to try it. When I called him after the fact he did ask the Mazda dealer down the street to help but they could only help by sending me a copy of the manual that said to try 0000 and 1122. Additionally, I really had to push him to help me as it came with only 1 key and a replacement credit card key is $420. Sorry sort of a long story for a simple answer
#18
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I simply put in a BT into the AUX jack under the arm rest: Griffen iTrip AUX Bluetooth adapter. Works great and has decent sound (not as good as playing a CD tho'). $20 at WMT.
#19
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That syflex auxmod looks like a better permanent choice. Does it draw any power when the car is OFF?
#21
Water Foul
AFAIK the Bluetooth option only works for hands-free calling and does not support audio streaming. There is an icon on the head unit for BT, but it is disabled. I have a 2011 GT in excellent condition, and my BT doesn't work for audio either. I use a BT adapter off Amazon that plugs into the aux port, so I can hear that sweet, sweet engine whine.
I have heard rumors of an BT module that was a dealer option, but I have never seen actual evidence of it.
I have heard rumors of an BT module that was a dealer option, but I have never seen actual evidence of it.
#22
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My Griffen iTrip AUX Bluetooth adapter has no interference. Audio quality is decent (but I much prefer real CD audio quality).
#24
Smoking turbo yay
No. S2 doesn't even have a USB port stock.
I just said screw it and bought a pack of CD-RW. I have a disc reader/burner that's lying around so it's really not that bad.
You can get an aftermarket head unit if you want the functionality that badly.
I just said screw it and bought a pack of CD-RW. I have a disc reader/burner that's lying around so it's really not that bad.
You can get an aftermarket head unit if you want the functionality that badly.