How do I check for SYNC updates?
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How do I check for SYNC updates?

You can view available SYNC®* 4A and SYNC 4 updates in your vehicle. For most other versions of SYNC, you will need to go to the Ford Support website.

Finding SYNC Software Updates

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to verify if there are any updates available for your SYNC system. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option. 

Identifying Your SYNC Software 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

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen. If you see a Home icon instead of Settings, select the Home icon.
  2. Select Software Updates.
  3. Press Update Details to display any pending updates and previous update details. 

SYNC 4

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen. 
  2. Select Software Updates.
  3. Press Update Details to display any pending updates and previous update details. 

SYNC 3 | SYNC with MyFord Touch®| SYNC Generation (Gen) 1.1 | SYNC Gen 1

  1. Visit the SYNC and Navigation Updates page.
  2. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Check for update.
  3. Select the SYNC Update Available dropdown. 
    • If your SYNC software is current, you will see a green checkmark and a message stating that an update is not available for your vehicle.
    • If your SYNC software is not current, you will see a triangle with an exclamation point (Warning icon (exclamation point in triangle)). Follow the on-screen prompts to complete your software update.

Additional Information

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*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.