How do I connect SYNC to a Wi-Fi network?
Connecting to a Wi-Fi* network with SYNC®** requires you to know the password of the network you are attempting to access and inputting it into the SYNC system.
Connecting SYNC to Wi-Fi
Important: Your vehicle must be parked and running, and in an open location (e.g., free of overhead foliage, ceilings, etc.).
Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to connect to a Wi-Fi network. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.
Note: If your SYNC generation is not listed, it is not capable of connecting to a Wi-Fi network.
Identifying Your Ford's SYNC Gen
Select a resource in the table below to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation.
| Resource | Instructions |
| 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 Guide | View example images of SYNC generations that Ford has offered. |
SYNC 4A | SYNC 4
- Tap the Settings or Home icon on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Select Connectivity.
- Press Manage Wi-Fi Networks.
- Toggle the System Wi-Fi slider to On.
- Tap View Available Networks. Your system will display available networks. You can also search for hidden networks by selecting Add a Network.
- Select an available Wi-Fi network.
- Enter the network password if prompted.
When you are connected, a Wi-Fi Connectivity icon will show on your SYNC screen. After you add a network, your vehicle will automatically connect to it when in range.
SYNC 3
- Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Scroll to the right and select Wi-Fi & Hotspot.
- Select System Wi-Fi.
- Toggle the Wi-Fi slider to On.
- Select View Available Networks.
- Select a Wi-Fi network from the list of networks that display.
- Enter the Wi-Fi network's password, if prompted.
When you are connected, a Wi-Fi Connectivity icon will show on your SYNC screen. After you add a network, your vehicle will automatically connect to it when in range.
Additional Information
How do I pair my phone with SYNC?
*Requires in-vehicle USB mobile broadband connection, PAN-supported mobile device, or proximity to an outside wireless hotspot. Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance®.
**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.
