How do I adjust the Ambient Lighting in my Ford?
You can adjust your interior lighting using your SYNC®* system (if equipped) or with the buttons on your overhead console (vehicles without SYNC).
The Ambient Lighting feature allows you to personalize your vehicle's interior. It turns on when the ignition and the headlamps are switched on, and, depending on your vehicle, illuminates:
- Cupholders.
- Door map pockets and release handles.
- Front and rear footwells.
- Console storage.
- Passenger-side instrument panel light bars.
- Media bins.
Note: Ambient Lighting for 2017-2019 Ford F-150 vehicles is limited to the Ice Blue colour, and the intensity cannot be adjusted.
Adjusting Your Vehicle's Ambient Lighting
Important: Ensure that your vehicle is on and running in a well-ventilated area, and it is in Park (P).
Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to adjust the Ambient Lighting in your vehicle.
Notes:
- If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.
- Actual screens and instructions may vary depending on your vehicle's year and model. See your Owner’s Manual for information specific to your vehicle.
Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Generation
Two resources to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation are the:
- SYNC and Navigation Updates page. Either:
- Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Check for update.
Log in with your Ford credentials, choose a vehicle from your garage, and select Check for updates.
Note: Your SYNC generation will appear on the right-hand side of the page.
- SYNC Visual Reference Guide, which provides example images of SYNC generations that Ford has offered.
SYNC 4A
To adjust the Ambient Lighting colour and brightness using SYNC 4A:
- Tap Settings or the Home icon (varies by software version) on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Press Settings.
- Select Ambient Light.
- Choose a colour.
- Drag the selected colour up or down to adjust the intensity.
SYNC 4
To adjust the Ambient Lighting colour and brightness using SYNC 4:
- Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Press Vehicle Settings.
- Select Ambient Light.
- Drag the slider left or right to adjust the intensity.
SYNC 3
To adjust the Ambient Lighting colour and brightness using SYNC 3:
- Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Press Ambient Lighting.
- Choose your desired colour.
- Select your preferred intensity.
SYNC with MyFord Touch®
To adjust the Ambient Lighting colour and brightness using SYNC with MyFord Touch:
- Tap Menu (gear icon) on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Press Vehicle.
- Select Ambient Lighting. A screen with coloured bubbles will appear.
- Choose your desired colour.
- Slide the bar at the top of the screen to the left or right to adjust the brightness.
Manual Controls
The Ambient Lighting control is located on the overhead console. To choose a colour:
- Turn the centre control knob until you feel a slight indent.
- Once the lights come on, twist it in either direction to adjust the brightness.
- Press the Colour button (painter's palette) to scroll through your colour choices.
*Do not 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.