How do I install SYNC updates?

You can download your SYNC®* updates for your Ford vehicle through Wi-Fi® or with a USB drive (depending on your SYNC generation) by following the instructions on the Página de Actualizaciones de SYNC y Navegación. Refer to the table below to learn which method is available depending on your SYNC generation, and follow the steps to access the installation instructions.

Note: If you need assistance determining your SYNC generation, refer to the Guía de Referencia Visual de SYNC.

Generación SYNCAvailable Update Methods
SYNC 4Updates are available only through Wi-Fi with actualizaciones del software.
SYNC 3

Via Wi-Fi

Note: Wi-Fi updates are not available for:

  • 2016-2017 model-year vehicles without a touchscreen
  • 2016-2017 model-year vehicles without Navigation

With a USB drive meeting the requirements below:

  • Either USB Version 2.0 or 3.0
  • 8GB or 32GB
  • Formatted to ExFAT
  • Without a password
  • Completely empty

SYNC con MyFord Touch®

SYNC Generation 1.1

SYNC Generation 1

With a USB drive meeting the requirements below:

  • Versión 2.0
  • 4GB to 32GB
  • Formatted to FAT32
  • Without a password
  • Completely empty

SYNC con Navegación Activada por Voz

SYNC with "P" Navigation

Updates can only be performed by your Concesionario Ford. 

Installing Your SYNC Updates

  1. Visita el Página de Actualizaciones de SYNC y Navegación.
  2. Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Search, or sign in to your Ford account and select a vehicle from your garage. SYNC and Navigation map updates will be displayed.

    Note: If you have the latest SYNC software version, you will see a green checkmark and a message stating that an update is not available for your vehicle. 
     
  3. Choose USB Drive or Wi-Fi as your preferred installation method based on the options available for your SYNC generation, and follow the instructions.

Notas: 

  • Installing USB updates can take up to 45 minutes.
  • For Wi-Fi updates, the download time can vary from a few hours to multiple days depending on internet-related factors (Wi-Fi strength, internet speeds, time connected to Wi-Fi network, etc.).
  • Depending on your SYNC version, you may or may not be able to drive your vehicle during an update. Consulta los Can I drive my Ford while it is updating? topic for more information.
  • You cannot connect to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot** (if equipped) to install Wi-Fi updates.

Información Adicional

Can I drive my vehicle while SYNC is updating?
Is there a cost for downloading SYNC updates?
Can I upgrade from a previous SYNC system to a newer SYNC system?

*No conduzcas si estás distraído. Usa sistemas operados por voz cuando sea posible; no uses dispositivos portátiles mientras conduces. Es posible que algunas características estén desactivadas cuando el vehículo está en marcha. No todas las características son compatibles con todos los teléfonos.

**Wi-Fi hotspot includes wireless data trial that begins upon AT&T activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the trial subscription period for remote features. Para activar, visita www.att.com/ford.

Wi-Fi es una marca registrada de Wi-Fi Alliance®.