Bluetooth on Xiaomi M365: how to turn on and connect to a smartphone

The Xiaomi M365 is a bestseller in urban transport thanks to its combination of compactness, power and smart features. One of the key features of the model is the ability to connect to a smartphone via Bluetooth, which opens up access to advanced travel statistics, settings and even updating the firmware. However, many owners face difficulties when first turning on the module – especially if the scooter is purchased used or has not been used for a long time.

In this article, we will discuss all the ways to activate Bluetooth on the Xiaomi M365, including hidden nuances that are not mentioned in the official instructions: you will learn how to check the module’s performance, what to do if the scooter is not determined by the phone, and how to reset the connection settings.

Preparation of the scooter for connection

Before you try to turn on Bluetooth, make sure the scooter is ready to sync. Here are key points that are often overlooked:

• 🔋 The battery should be at least 20% charged. At low charge, the communication module may not work stable or at all.
• 📱 The Mi Home app (or Xiaomi Scooter) is installed on your smartphone. Use the latest version from Google Play or the App Store.
• 🔄 Reboot the scooter. If you've tried to connect before, turn off and turn on the scooter again (hold the power button for 3 seconds).
• 📶 The distance to the phone should not exceed 1 meter during the pairing stage.

Pay special attention to the region in the Mi Home app. If you chose China over Russia/Europe, the scooter may not appear in the list of available devices.

1. Open Mi Home and go to profile (the icon of the person in the upper right corner).
2. Click on the line with the country name.
3. Choose Europe or Russia and confirm the change.

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If the scooter is still not visible after changing the region, remove it from the list of devices in Mi Home and try to add it again.

Method 1: Turning Bluetooth on via the power button

This is the standard method that works on most Xiaomi M365s with original firmware.

1. Turn on the scooter with a short press on the power button (one press). Wait for the indicator on the panel to light up green.
2. Hold the power button for 5 seconds until you hear a double beep. The indicator should start flashing blue - this means that the Bluetooth module is activated.
3. On your smartphone, open Settings → Bluetooth and find a device called M365-XXXX (where XXXX is a unique number).
4. Click on the name of the scooter to pair. PIN-Enter 0000 or 1234.

If the indicator does not flash blue after holding the button, this may indicate:

• 🔴 Bluetooth module malfunction (diagnosis required).
• 🔴 Outdated firmware (update through the app).
• 🔴 Mechanical damage to the power button (check contacts).

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Method 2: Activate through the Mi Home app

If the standard method didn’t work, try turning on Bluetooth directly through the official app, which is especially useful for scooters with custom firmware or after resetting.

1. Open Mi Home and click Add Device (+) in the upper right corner.
2. Select the category Transport → Electric scooter.
3. Press the Xiaomi Mijia M365 and follow the hints on the screen.
4. When the application asks you to turn on Bluetooth on the scooter, hold the power button until the double signal (as in Method 1).
5. Wait until the synchronization is complete. It can take up to 30 seconds.

If the error “Can not find the device” appears at the connection stage, try the following steps:

• 🔄 Reboot the scooter and phone.
• 📱 Remove the cache of the Mi Home app in the smartphone settings.
• 🔌 Turn off and turn on Bluetooth on your phone again.
• 📡 Try connecting elsewhere (maybe there is interference from other devices).

Table: Decoding of indicator signals on Xiaomi M365

The color and frequency of the LED flashing on the scooter panel report its condition, and here's a full transcript for diagnosing Bluetooth problems:

If the indicator flashes red three times, it's a critical error, 80% of the time it helps to update the firmware through the application, if not, you need to diagnose the communication module in the service center.

What to do if Bluetooth is not turned on?

If neither method worked, the problem could be a software failure or a hardware malfunction.

1. Check the firmware version: Open Mi Home → select scooter → Settings → About the device. Current version for 2026 is 1.5.8 or higher. If below, update.

Reset the scooter settings

Hold the power button + brake button (on the handle) for 10 seconds before the beep.

⚠️ Warning: This will delete all stored travel data and settings.

Check the physical connection of the module

Scooters with firmware older than 2020 may require manual Bluetooth activation via an engineering menu.

1. Turn on the scooter.
2. Hold the power button for 15 seconds until a long signal is heard.
3. The indicator will start flashing yellow - this is the diagnostic mode.
4. Press the power button 1 time to turn on Bluetooth.

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If, after all the manipulations, Bluetooth never worked, the problem is 90% in the hardware.

Update firmware to restore Bluetooth

A common cause of Bluetooth failure is outdated or "curved" firmware, especially for hand-bought scooters where the previous owner could install a custom version of the software.

1. Connect the scooter to the Mi Home via cable (if Bluetooth is not working).
2. Go to the device settings → Update the firmware.
3. If the update is not available, download the latest version manually from the official Xiaomi website (Support → Scooter → M365).
4. Download the firmware file (.bin) to your phone and update the scooter through the app.