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: 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. If your SYNC generation is not listed, it is not capable of connecting to a Wi-Fi network.
Notes:
- If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.
- Actual screens may vary. See your Owner’s Manual for information specific to your vehicle.
Identifying Your 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 connect to a Wi-Fi network with SYNC 4A:
- Tap Settings or the Home icon (varies by software version) on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Press Settings.
- Select Connectivity.
- Tap Manage Wi-Fi Networks.
- Toggle System Wi-Fi to On.
- Press View Available Networks. Your system will display available networks. You can also search for hidden networks by selecting Add a Network.
- Choose 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 4
To connect to a Wi-Fi network with SYNC 4:
- Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Select Connectivity.
- Tap Manage Wi-Fi Networks.
- Toggle System Wi-Fi to On.
- Press 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
To connect to a Wi-Fi network with SYNC 3:
- Press Settings.
- Scroll to the right and select Wi-Fi & Hotspot.
- Select System Wi-Fi.
- Toggle the Wi-Fi to On and 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
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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.
**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®.