No.

You will have to load your Kindle audio on a smart phone, then use CarPlay or Android Auto.

 

No.

You will have to load your Kindle audio on a smart phone, then use CarPlay or Android Auto.

I don't have a way to do that because the Kindle app on my phone doesn't have a text to speech feature. Remember, these aren't audiobooks, just regular Kindle books that the Kindle's built in text to speech reads to me (in a generic computerized voice but still...lets me listen to regular kindle books while driving).

BTW, I also tried connecting the Kindle Fire to the car via the USB port that's right above the phone charging pad next to the 12v lighter plug but that didn't work either. The car recognized it as a generic "Device" but it wouldn't connect to it so I wasn't able to select it as an audio source. I have to try a different cable before I give up on that option.

 

aux to bluetooth transmitter will help you bridge the gap. just grab one that takes 3.5aux jack that converts the signal and transmit a bluetooth signal to the stock head unit. look up "aux to bluetooth transmitter" on amazon, there's a bunch.

 

Lim's do, not sure if the aux is related to having JBL 11 or not. Not sure if a Prime would not have the option. Seems sad if it doesn't.

USB and 1/8" phono (aux) under the cover.

2020 Toyota RAV4 Audio Auxiliary Jack - 8619012040 - Genuine Toyota Part

Audio Auxiliary Jack. 2020 Toyota RAV4. Genuine Toyota Part - 8619012040 (86190-12040)

parts.toyota.com

 

Lim's do, not sure if the aux is related to having JBL 11 or not. Not sure if a Prime would not have the option. Seems sad if it doesn't.

USB and 1/8" phono (aux) under the cover.

2020 Toyota RAV4 Audio Auxiliary Jack - 8619012040 - Genuine Toyota Part

Audio Auxiliary Jack. 2020 Toyota RAV4. Genuine Toyota Part - 8619012040 (86190-12040)

parts.toyota.com

According to that Toyota listing, that AUX input was only used up to the '20 RAV4. My '21 RAV4 does not have it, so I assume that the '23 also does not have it either.

Question: If I change my USB (data port) to this one that includes the AUX input, would the AUX work on my '21?

 

For some reason, in the R4P, with the Kindle connected via Bluetooth it will play the audio but the JBL system does not recognize that audio is actually playing so if I try to adjust the volume with the volume knob it says the volume is inactive because there is no audio playing even though the audio is actually playing and coming out of the Rav's sound system.

I wonder if the TTS speech is output at a lower-than-usual sample rate. I read that they can use 8 kHz or 22 kHz, neither of which are common for audio services, which can be 32, 44.1 or 48 kHz. The audio may be playing but it might not be one of the recognized sample rates of the JBL system. Just a shot in the dark.

The suggested Bluetooth adapter is going to work because it gets fed the analog TTS audio.

 

The inability to adjust the sound volume at all times has got to be one of the most annoying "features" of the infotainment system in the RAV4. It doesn't recognize a YouTube audio stream either, so listening to a podcast on YouTube is a maddening experience. How about you just let me adjust the volume regardless of whether or not you think audio is playing, huh?! [emoji2959] I don't know what the hell they were thinking on that one! Surely if enough people complain, they'll change that, right?

 

So it's just poor design on the audio system? I guess it's good to know it's not just me but this really does suck.

 

hmmm - what happens if you plug it into the USB port under the climate controls? I assume your tablet has a USB C connector on it for charging and/or data transfer?

 

I mentioned that earlier. When I do that the Kindle shows up in devices as "Device 3" but it won't connect. I have the usual options of Connect or Forget. Pressing Connect does nothing. I'm not sure if the cable I was using was the problem but today I'm going to try a couple more cables I have.

If that doesn't work I guess I'll be buying either the Bluetooth or FM adapter that has been suggested. I'm not worried about using up one of the Bluetooth connections since this would take the place of the Kindle rather than adding another BT device.

 

Sorry, but even my 2021 with premium audio regrettably does not have a 1/8" (Aux) input connector.

Perhaps look into an FM transmitter with 1/8th input. This way, you will not use up another in-vehicle Bluetooth connection.
Plug the audio output of your e-reader to the FM transmitter and tune your rav4 radio to that frequency. Your phone will still connect properly to your rav4 HU.

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I use a UGreen BT transmitter designed for the Nintendo Switch with my RAV4 to play MiniDisc portables through. I had to remember how to get it into pairing mode then add it from the radio touchscreen. I'll add a link. Edit: currently unavailable on Amazon, but this is it: https://a.co/d/3nedtEI

 

So I tried using several different cables to connect the Kindle through the USB port under the climate controls. Like yesterday, it didn't work. It kept trying to connect it to Android Auto which the Kindle doesn't even support. And it just shows up as "Device 3" and when I go into the device's settings the only option is to connect via Android Auto. It doesn't have an option to use it for Media.

I guess I'll have to order one of the aux to BT transmitters. What a pain.

If I can't even connect a media player to that USB port, what exactly is that port for? Seems like the only thing I can use it for is wired Android Auto. And the two USB-C ports inside the center console are only good for charging.

This audio system relies way too much on bluetooth. They should have added a couple of physical ports like an aux and also a usb port that can be used for media devices instead of two ports that are only for charging and one port that is only for Android Auto.

 

Maybe get a Techstream on it, it could be a disabled feature for some reason.
Hard to say. But keep asking Toyota for answers.

 

Check this out. I have this. Worked fine.

Amazon.com: Bluetooth 5.3 FM Transmitter for Car- SOARUN Bluetooth Car Adapter PD30W & USB Port Fast Charge - HiFi Treble & Bass Player - 1.6" Display Hands-Free Calling - Car Radio with AUX Input/Output, TF Card : Electronics

Shop Amazon for Bluetooth 5.3 FM Transmitter for Car- SOARUN Bluetooth Car Adapter PD30W & USB Port Fast Charge - HiFi Treble & Bass Player - 1.6" Display Hands-Free Calling - Car Radio with AUX Input/Output, TF Card and find millions of items, delivered faster than ever.

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Use the head phone jack in the Kindle to the input on the Amazon device I posted above.

 

Yeah, that's what I'm planning on doing. Earlier today I ordered something similar to the one you linked. Instead of connecting to the car over FM it just connects as a BT device. If it doesn't work out I'll be ordering yours.

Amazon.com

 

Made the mistake of getting a demo in a tesla and now I know the mother of all sound systems LOL.

 

If it’s anything like the 2020 check out this old thread, I found a harness that added the feature back in. Might be too far out now though with the new infotainment system.

AUX Jack 2020 Retrofit!?

Hi All, I've been hunting for an aux jack mod for the 2020 for some time and have not seen anything come up. Just was googling around again today and found this! https://naviks.com/i-24076942-2019-2020-toyota-rav4-entune-3-0-aux-audio-input-interface.html Anyone seen it or tried it? $100 is...

www.rav4world.com

 

Update in case anyone else has a similar situation. The BT transmitter I ordered from Amazon that I linked to above works perfectly.

The car still says there is no audio playing but it lets me adjust the volume which is all I really wanted.

Of course, I can't control the Kindle through the car's controls but at least I can control the volume now.

Considering the car is supposed to have modern technology, it's a little annoying needing to have another gadget and another cable floating around but I guess you can't have it all. But as long as I have a volume control, it's all good.

 

I was disappointed to find that my 2023 Rav4 Hybrid Limited, with JBL, does not have an AUX input. Dealer specs I read on line said the model did. The JBL was one reason I wanted a Limited (or an XSE with tech package, but with inventory delays, I waited months, and finally took what I could get).
However, you can connect via USB to the data port under the big screen, and I prefer that to BT. I'm a bit fussy about music quality, for playing CD-quality or hi res from the SD card on my phone, or streaming (e.g. from qobuz or Amazon Prime Music), or a hand held. Compared to an AUX port, it's not a huge inconvenience, but for reasons I haven't figured out, when the phone is connected to the data port, the infotainment system integrates with some but not all apps in a way that makes me navigate music on the Rav's screen, which is clumsier than doing so in the music app directly.

 

I was disappointed to find that my 2023 Rav4 Hybrid Limited, with JBL, does not have an AUX input. Dealer specs I read on line said the model did. The JBL was one reason I wanted a Limited (or an XSE with tech package, but with inventory delays, I waited months, and finally took what I could get).
However, you can connect via USB to the data port under the big screen, and I prefer that to BT. I'm a bit fussy about music quality, for playing CD-quality or hi res from the SD card on my phone, or streaming (e.g. from qobuz or Amazon Prime Music), or a hand held. Compared to an AUX port, it's not a huge inconvenience, but for reasons I haven't figured out, when the phone is connected to the data port, the infotainment system integrates with some but not all apps in a way that makes me navigate music on the Rav's screen, which is clumsier than doing so in the music app directly.

I tried connecting to that USB port and it didn't work. I think that port is designed primarily for a wired Android Auto connection but either way, it didn't work with my Kindle Fire.

 

I looked in the manual and have looked in the car itself but I can't find a 2.5mm input jack anywhere.

Small point - but in case you're trying to find an adapter/transmitter, the AUX plug/jack in cars is always 3.5mm (1/8"). Same on the Kindle.

Some cell phones, etc. have occasionally used 2.5mm, but it's pretty uncommon.

 

Thanks, yeah, I realized that as soon as I posted it but was too lazy to go back and fix it.

 

Replaced the tweeters and front door oem speakers with kickers ( non JBL equipped ) and sounds much better but 11 speakers wow!!. Does anyone have a schematic of the 11 speaker system............

 

It's actually 9 speakers. They count the two-way speakers as being 2 speakers. There are actually 8 speakers which include tweeters, midrange, and to full-range two-way speakers, then the one 8" subwoofer in the cargo area.