You are not permitted to download any video and reupload under any circumstances without written consent from ford motor company. I resigned myself to updating to f7 currently sat in the car doing it now. A guide on updating your ford sync 3 based car to the latest sync 3. It does not matter if it is a new or old flash drive, but it must be formatted to fat32, and be empty except for the software download. Plug an empty usb drive into the computer and press start download process. How to download sync software updates to a usb drive. Europe, america, australia, new zealand, south africa, middle east, india, south east asia, israel, turkey, central america, china and more. See your ford or lincoln dealer for complete details and qualifications. Once the capability is launched in the coming weeks, ford vehicles 2018 model year equipped with sync 3 version 3. Hey guys n gals, just a heads up theres a new sync 3 update available through owner. For me, the main reason for doing it was the updated look. Upgrade today from myford touch sync 2 to sync 3 with apple.
Download the latest update for any ford sync version sync. Please note wifi update did not work for me i recommend unarchiver to unzip files. To update your ford sync3 navigation system, follow these steps. Applink allows fordauthorised apps, installed on a phone, to be accessed and controlled using the touchscreen and voice commands. Update all versions of ford sync 3 to the latest sync 3. To install, the first thing youll need to do is make sure this sync 3 with. Ford india sync support 3 sync your phone and learn how to download software updates to a computer in sync 3, lets you do what you need to do, handsfree while you drive. Ford f150 sync 3 update full guides for download and update. This latest version of sync 3 enables you to access waze navigation and alexa skills on your incar display, provides access to apple carplay and android auto for even more ford owners, plus overall performance improvements.
In addition to the ford sync connect app that will be making its debut on the 2017 ford escape, new ford vehicles with sync 3 will be available with a host of new apps to enhance the driving experience. Ford integrates waze traffic and navigation app into sync 3. Ford launches sync 4, ready for cars in 2020 autoblog. Download it and i have tried extracting the files to the computer, extracting to the thumb stick, tried it in exfat like the website says and then in.
The new sync 4 system adds wireless apple carplay and android auto. Follow the accompanying instructions on how to download the files and transfer them to your usb drive. Locate an empty usb drive that has at least 2 gb of free space and is not password protected. Update your ford sync version to receive the latest infotainment software features and bug fixes. Please log your update in our system to keep your vehicle records up to date. Ford finally replaces sync 3 infotainment system with sync 4. When the update is finished, an installation is complete popup will appear on the screen. With over 15 million syncequipped vehicles on the road around the world, thats a lot of drivers who are able to find out what they want. How to download sync software updates to a usb drive ford owner. A valid email address a password your vehicles vin number for identification. The ford sync3 system is designed to keep drivers informed and entertained while on the roads. Unlike previous updates, this one does not include an automatic install feature. Ford sync 3 launched on various 2016 model year ford vehicles, but now its time to begin sunsetting that tech in favor of the next iteration.
If the maps are outdated, your navigation system may frequently provide you with improper. If you want to go to the trouble of installing updates, you will need to first download them to a usb drive. You are not permitted to download any video and reupload under any. Open main navigation menu close main navigation menu. When you have the usb drive ready, insert it into to your computer and choose start download process. Update sync 3 on 2016 fords, get apple carplay and android auto. Apr 21, 2018 this is a video on how to update your sync 3 to update 3. Nov 08, 2016 sync 3 the new communications and entertainment system from ford features highspeed performance, enhanced voice recognition, a smartphonelike capacitive touch screen and an easyto.
The new sync 4 system adds wireless apple carplay and android auto, as well as more cloudbased features. Ford sync 3 with applink is equipped to provide a range of useful apps, while supporting the ford principle that drivers keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Scroll down to view any available updates for your vehicle. Updating sync3 software via usb ford howto ford youtube. Introducing the sync 3 update with voiceactivated technology and advanced features for navigation, calling and entertainment. Use the four step guide to dowload software updates to a usb drive. Deze updates kan je zelf downloaden en installeren in jouw eigen auto. Follow this simple guide to update your ford sync technology.
On december 11, 2014, ford announced sync 3, which will replace myford touch, will have simpler features and will be powered by qnx software by blackberry limited instead of microsoft. The new software update for sync with myford touch systems includes all the improvements from previous updates, plus additional benefits, such as. By accessing waze through sync 3 applink, you can collaborate with other users, outsmarting traffic by sharing information to get the best routes, and receive realtime alerts about accidents, road hazards and traffic jams. Applink allows fordauthorised apps, installed on a phone, to be accessed and. My iphone 6 will no longer sync the contacts to my 2016 ford escape sync system. I just downloaded the file and made the correct autoinstall. Using waze inside your ford vehicle is now easier since the muchloved, crowdsourced navigation and traffic app is now compatible with available sync 3 applink.
This site provides useful information on commonly used features but is not intended to replace the detailed instructions and warnings contained in your sync sync 2sync 3 owners manual. Ford mustang with sync 3 and apple carplay android auto, photo. When you have a usb drive ready, insert it into to your computer and choose start download process. We will preprogram the kit to your exact vehicle so it can be installed within 20 minutes. Oct 09, 2019 moderator warning, if upgrading from 3. Ford is launching a new infotainment system to replace the familiar sync 3. Central america, caribbean, india and sri lanka, israel, middle east, north africa, south africa, south east asia. Works better with firefox toolsaccounthowtoskeepyoursyncuptodate. Locate the sync updates section and click request download to send your request to sync updates centre.
The issue started happening about 2 weeks ago prior to the new apple upgrade to 10. If you update you may not receive any further system or map updates from ford and have to do all future updates manually by finding files and creating your own update packages from 3rd party guides. You can also access your favourite music through your apps. Key features vary by sync version, these may include. Some 2019 mustang, continental, fusion, mkz, f150, transit connect. This is a video on how to update your sync 3 to update 3. Official ford sync 3 map update is only available in the following regions. Once the download is complete, locate and unzip the file on your computer. I have already taken the vehicle to the ford dealer twice and they are not able to figure out what is wrong. Sync 3 brings the power of android auto to your ford. How to update the ford sync3 system using a usb drive.
New sync software update is available five star ford. Update ford sync 3 navigation maps to europe f8 2018. Request successful window will pop up, if not, go back to slide 1 and request download again. Enhanced voice recognition, apps at your command, easy destination entry, automatic updates over wifi and android auto or apple carplay. You might also be able to get this as an ota update if you check manually. Make sure you read your sync sync 2sync 3 owners manual before using this feature for the first time.
Ford support update your sync system with a flash drive. The sync 3 name will be used for both ford and lincoln models, though lincolns will have a different theme. Sync 3 the new communications and entertainment system from ford features highspeed performance, enhanced voice recognition, a smartphonelike capacitive touch screen and an. New sync software update is available 5 star ford north. This update is compatible with a3, a4 and a5 sd cards only. Sync software update will continue for approximately 2530 minutes. How to update sync 3 with navigation official ford. Ford there are various versions of the sync system depending on the year, model and trim level of the vehicle. This is a scary, but most of allannoying, problem with android and ford sync. How to download software updates to a computer ford australia. You will then plug that drive into the usb port, and press aux sync line in ok. Nov 16, 2018 ford mustang with sync 3 and apple carplay android auto, photo. Oct 30, 2019 ford is launching a new infotainment system to replace the familiar sync 3.
For this update to work, it must be the sync 3 version. Which is strange since they really dont know what revision they have. Keeping the sync3 system updated is important for ensuring you can continue to take advantage of the features the system has to offer. Apr 12, 2017 my iphone 6 will no longer sync the contacts to my 2016 ford escape sync system. Software updates in ford sync support 3 ford india. Sync 3 usb system update installation sync 3 howto ford. Voorkom verrassingen met directe updates over verkeer, politie en meer. Axz plan pricing, including axz plan option pricing, is exclusively for eligible ford motor company employees, friends and family members of eligible employees, and ford motor company eligible partners. Click check for software update, then download sync update. As of this post date there is no official online ford owner update procedure or download from ford for sync2 update 3. So i want to update my sync but ford wont download the file.