enable automatic updates via Wi Fi

How do I turn on my Ford vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot?

You can turn on your Wi-Fi Hotspot®* using your vehicle's SYNC®** screen or the FordPass®† App, if you have an active FordPass account and a data plan with AT&T.

Important:

Turn On Wi-Fi Using FordPass 

  1. Log in to FordPass. 
  2. Go to the Vehicle screen. 
  3. Tap the Features and Settings header.
  4. Select the Wi-Fi Hotspot tile.
  5. Tap Wi-Fi Settings
  6. Toggle the switch to the right for On

Turn On Wi-Fi Using SYNC

  1. Access your vehicle. 
  2. Ensure your vehicle is on, running, in park, and in a well-ventilated area. 
  3. Tap the Vehicle image.
  4. Select Vehicle Hotspot.
  5. Toggle the slider to the right for On

Additional Information 

How do I set up my FordPass Wi-Fi Data Plan?
Which vehicles are equipped with FordPass® Connect†† Wi-Fi Vehicle Availability?
What is the FordPass In-Vehicle Wi-Fi feature?
How do I view my Ford vehicle's Wi-Fi Data Usage?


*Wi-Fi hotspot includes complimentary wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first. To activate, go towww.att.com/ford.

**Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply. 

††FordPass® Connect, the FordPass® App., and complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (seeFordPass Terms for details). Connected service and features depend on compatible AT&T network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent operation of connected features. Connected service excludes Wi-Fi® hotspot.

You may also be interested in...