How do I change Vehicle Connectivity settings with SYNC?

You can enable or disable Vehicle Connectivity through the settings menu of your SYNC®* system using the instructions in this article.

We recommend keeping Vehicle Connectivity on for the best update experience.

Turning Vehicle Connectivity Settings On and Off

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 modify your SYNC connectivity settings. 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 does not have Vehicle Connectivity. 

Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Generation

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

To change Vehicle Connectivity settings using 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 Connectivity.
  3. Choose Connected Vehicle Features.
  4. Toggle the Vehicle Connectivity slider to your preference (On or Off).

SYNC 4

To change Vehicle Connectivity settings using SYNC 4:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Connectivity.
  3. Choose Connectivity Vehicle Features.
  4. Toggle the Vehicle Connectivity slider to your preference (On or Off).

SYNC 3

To change Vehicle Connectivity settings using SYNC 3:

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select FordPass®** Connect†.
  3. Press Connectivity Settings.
  4. Toggle the Vehicle Connectivity slider to your preference (On or Off).

Note: SYNC 3 systems without a touchscreen do not have Vehicle Connectivity.

Vehicle Connectivity Features

  • Connected Services:
    • Weather
    • News
    • Traffic
    • Navigation
    • Points of interest, and more
  • Bluetooth® Prioritization: Add, delete, and prioritize your Bluetooth-enabled devices with Bluetooth Prioritization.
  • Wi-Fi Network Management: Add and delete your list of Wi-Fi networks.

*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.

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

†FordPass Connect (optional on select vehicles), the Ford Pass App, and Complimentary Connected Service are required for remote features (see FordPass Terms and Conditions for details). Connected Service and features depend on compatible Bell network availability. Evolving technology/cellular networks/vehicle capability may limit functionality and prevent the operation of connected features. Connected Service excludes Wi-Fi hotspots.

The Bluetooth word mark is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

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