diff --git a/vars/default_vars.yml b/vars/default_vars.yml
index 0bd29da24..be95dff3c 100644
--- a/vars/default_vars.yml
+++ b/vars/default_vars.yml
@@ -88,6 +88,11 @@ reboot_to_AP: False
 # For those installing IIAB over WiFi: "reboot_to_AP: True" overrides the above
 # detection of WiFi-as-gateway, forcing "hostapd_enabled: True" regardless.
 
+# Bluetooth PAN access to server
+bluetooth_install: True
+bluetooth_enabled: False
+bluetooth_term_enabled: False
+
 # Gateway mode
 iiab_lan_enabled: True
 iiab_wan_enabled: True