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How do I set the clock with SYNC?

You can adjust your Ford vehicle's time through the clock settings of your SYNC®* system.

Changing the Time on Your Clock

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to adjust the time and settings of your vehicle's clock. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.

Note: Actual screens may vary. See your Owner’s Manual for information specific to your vehicle.

Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Generation

Select a resource in the table below to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation.

ResourceInstructions
SYNC and Navigation Updates page

Either:

Your SYNC generation will appear on the right side of the page under the SYNC Current Version heading.

SYNC Visual Reference GuideView example images of SYNC generations that Ford has offered.

SYNC 4A

To set the time:

  1. Tap either the Home icon or Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Clock.
  3. Use the Arrow buttons to adjust the time.

To adjust automatic time change settings:

  1. Tap either the Home icon or Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Clock Settings.
  3. Toggle the Automatic time zone update slider to your preference. 

SYNC 4

To set the time:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Clock Settings.
  3. Use the Arrow buttons to adjust the time.

To adjust automatic time change settings:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Clock Settings.
  3. Toggle the Automatic time zone update slider to your preference. 

SYNC 3

To personalize your clock settings with SYNC 3:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Clock:
    • Set the time using the + or - signs.
    • Press AM or PM.
    • Choose a clock format (12-hour or 24-hour mode).
    • Turn on Automatic Time Zone update (for navigation-equipped vehicles).
    • Set the clock to GPS time (for navigation-equipped vehicles).

SYNC with MyFord Touch®

To personalize your clock settings using SYNC with MyFord Touch:

  1. Press the clock display on top of your SYNC screen.
  2. Press + or - to adjust the time.
  3. Press AM or PM.
  4. Use the Up and Down arrows to set your preferences:
    • Set the clock display (date or time).
    • Reset the clock to GPS time (for vehicles equipped with navigation).
    • Display outside temperature.
    • Switch Automatic Time Zone updates on or off.
    • Select 12-hour or 24-hour format.

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