Ford sync app link ford announced new apps available through its sync applink at ces 2014, giving users more options for music, fo. It is a great feature to be able to keep your hands on the wheel, while still. Learn all about how you can use many of your favorite mobile appslike pandora and siruiusxmhandsfree while you drive ford vehicles. While the forum has a sync and audio section, this update is specifically applicable to mk3 owners, especially owners of 2012 vehicles. Those behind the justpark app told us more about why it was created and. Home owner sync support 1 how to download software updates to a computer the website uses cookies to enable it to perform properly, remember your browsing history and to arrange content to match your preferred interests more quickly. Select all of the items inside the unzipped folder. The ford website seems to say it doesnt and that you need sync 3 for this. Hello all, i picked up a new car ford focus yesterday with sync 2 on it. Over time, sync has evolved, adding new capabilities and functions aimed squarely at the automotive market, and as of the 2012 model year, sync was offered in north america for 14 ford models and 5 lincoln models.
Applink allows fordauthorised apps, installed on a phone, to be accessed and controlled using the touchscreen and voice commands. With sync applink you can use voice commands and steering wheel buttons to control your favorite mobile apps on your smartphoneall without fumbling. After 30s, sync prompts your download is in progress, and your system may reboot several times during the update. While 2011 ford fiesta owners are able to download applink from. By accessing waze through sync 3 applink, you can collaborate with other users, outsmarting traffic by sharing information to get the best routes, and receive realtime alerts about accidents, road hazards and traffic jams. Ford ecosport will be the second product after 2014 ford fiesta to support this awardwinning incar technology, enabling customers to conveniently access their favourite smartphone applications through simple voicecommands. Some may require you to register before pairing ford applink. Now i have a new cmax with sync2 no applink features are available, and i can use spotify only with the standard bt streaming. Download fordpass and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad and ipod touch. The same usb drive i used for the previous updates didnt work, tried a new usb drive, tried downloading and unpacking the updates again. Ford figo, fusion, mustang, ranger, shelby, super duty, ecosport. More to the point, there is no support for applink in the mft systems, the lower end myford sync systems support applink, but mft does not, no matter what the model line. Once your device is connected to sync, applink allows you to have a similar experience in your vehicle that you enjoy on your android smartphone, iphone, and some ios devices.
For 20, sync is available under several different packages, the sync with myford touch becoming the premium version. Sync gen1 update for 2012, adds applink a quick check of the mk3 forum didnt yield much about the latest sync update. Media hub with two usb ports, sd card reader, and input jacks. Drivers hear directions through the cars speakers and see turn by turn prompts on the radio display. Note to 2010 2012 owners that have updated sync to include applink. Familiarize yourself with the app on your phone and understand how it works. Sync applink with fordpass can also send vehicle health alerts. See your ford or lincoln dealer for complete details and qualifications. Starting this month, sync with ford applink will be available on the titanium variant of ford ecosport vehicles across all dealership in india. Heres where you will find the latest apps, all designed to be used with ford sync with applink. I bought a replacement switch but with this forum i seek ideas to.
Sync lets you use your voice to make calls, listen to music, select apps with ford applink and much more. Sync applink allows you to control some of the applications that are on. Ford sync applink and wp8 does anyone know if microsoft is planning on working with ford to extend this support. Applink allows ford authorised apps, installed on a phone, to be accessed and. Jun 20, 2012 cnets wayne cunningham gives us an indepth look at ford s improved mobile applink software in the 2012 ford fiesta. Sync applink allows you to control some of the applications that are on your phone through the microsoft sync system. With a quick tap or swipe of the touchscreen, or by speaking a command, you can view and control compatible on your smartphone.
How to download software updates to a computer ford thailand. No two drivers are the same and even for a single driver, no two trips are exactly the same. Access your favorite music and radio stations, share your location in real time with friends and family, and never miss the latest news and sports. Ford to offer free sync applink update ford focus st forum. Connect with us smarter rides with sync learn how to connect your apps with sync applink and sync my ride owner support. Ford adds sync applink smartphone app access to more models. Once your device is connected to sync, applink allows you to have a similar experience in your vehicle that you enjoy on your android smartphone, iphone, and some ios devices 27, 43, 48, 63.
Download and install or update the latest version of your sync compatible mobile apps on your android smartphone. Does my vehicle have sync applink official ford owner site. Sync features in your vehicle sync help official ford. In this video i go through the procedure to update sync on your ford vehicle.
Sync is an integrated invehicle communications and entertainment system embedded in ford and lincoln vehicles. Sync 3 and the easy access door system just some of the technologies that. Just say the words and sync lets you do what you need to do, handsfree while you drive. We are a ford dealership in birmingham alabama, but we will never. Its a technology that enables you to access and control your favourite apps on your smartphone via voice control, plus your cars audio systems, steeringwheel controls, multifunctional display and centrestack. With a quick tap or swipe of the touchscreen, or by speaking a command, you can view and control compatible mobile apps while they are running on your smartphone or other device. This helpful video will explain how to set up sync applink so you can control your vehicles sync 3 and select smartphone apps using only.
You can now use applink to control the app using the sync touchscreen or voice commands. Ford sync with applink is an advanced version of ford sync, enabling you to control many features including your smartphone using voice control. To my best understanding 2012 focus only goes up to version 3. Unfortunately, the company didnt offer a detailed list of eligible autos, leaving owners in suspense until sync applink download arrives in. The best apps to use in your ford vehicle foray motor group.
Axz plan pricing, including axz plan option pricing, is exclusively for eligible ford motor company employees, friends and family members of eligible employees, and ford motor company eligible partners. The app link apps are few and far between spotify was one of them but think its been blocked in the newer spotify app versions and i dont think ive ever used any. The latest version of sync was released in november 2012 by ford and is only applicable to certain vehicles and configurations. As we gear up for the ford keynote tomorrow morning january 5 at the consumer electronics show in las vegas, its a great time to look at some of t. Download and install compatible ford applink versions of your favorite apps. I have a windows phone 8 and ford sync powered by microsoft in a new 20 truck, yet no applink support for windows phone 8. Is there anything special that i need to do to make applink work. Just a few weeks ago, ford went live with applink as a download on. Each app provides its own onscreen and voice command options. Sync applink is available on select models and compatible with select smartphone platforms. I used the vin of a 2016 fiesta titanium to get the download.
Ford sync stylized ford sync is a factoryinstalled, integrated invehicle communications and entertainment system that allows users to make handsfree telephone calls, control music and perform other functions with the use of voice commands. Download the latest update for any ford sync version. How to install the updates in your vehicle ford australia. Sync applink uses voiceactivated technology to build a handsfree bridge between you and your mobile phone applications. You are not permitted to download any video and reupload under any.
Jun 24, 2014 sync applink allows you to control some of the applications that are on your phone through the microsoft sync system. Images, video and audio from this web site are provided without login for the purpose of editorial use only. Unfollow ford focus 2012 sync to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Sync handles all of the commands sent from an applink application and delivers the intended message inside the vehicle. How to pair a phone with ford sync and add ford sync 3 apps. Nov 04, 2017 your ford vehicles available sync system may be equipped with a feature called sync applink that allows you to control certain synccompatible apps you have. Ford sync with applink is an advanced version of ford sync. Ford sync 3 with applink is equipped to provide a range of useful apps, while supporting the ford principle that drivers keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.
Home owner sync support 1 phone compatibility for sync with ford applink the website uses cookies to enable it to perform properly, remember your browsing history and to arrange content to match your preferred interests more quickly. Cool collections of ford sync wallpaper downloads for desktop, laptop and mobiles. Sync applink is available on a range of 2012 and 20 model ford vehicles including fiesta, focus, fusion, mustang, f150, super duty, eseries and expedition. Cnets wayne cunningham gives us an indepth look at ford s improved mobile applink software in the 2012 ford fiesta. How to connect your phone apps to ford sync youtube. Once your device reboots and youve paired it, check to see if sync can find the new app. Note for 2010 2012 ford owners who have updated their sync system to include applink. Wait until an installation complete message appears it may take approximately 1 minute. Ford cars are renowned for constantly evolving and being innovative, with the likes of. Some vehicles are equipped with an automatic engine shutdown option and due to the length of time for the update process this feature should be disabled. Jun 23, 2011 ford is adding sync applink to ten 2012 models, extending the usefulness of smartphones in fords. Welcome to columbia ford kia a ford, kia auto dealer serving the greater columbia, ct area. Applink lets drivers control smartphone functions and applications through the sync infotainment. Ford expands in car apps a closer look at sync applink.
Learn all about how you can use many of your favorite mobile apps like pandora, waze, siruiusxm handsfree while you drive ford vehicles. Note for 20102012 ford owners who have updated their sync system to include applink after installing a new application on your mobile phone, close all apps and restart your phone. Installing the software update files in your vehicle works only if the syncmyride folders and additional files are visible on the usb drive. You can find this feature on the left hand cluster display use left hand switch control settings vehicle and uncheck the box next to auto engine shutdown. Your ford vehicles available sync system may be equipped with a feature called sync applink that allows you to control certain sync compatible apps you have. If you have any questions in the meantime, please dont hesitate to get in touch with our friendly brandon ford staff. Ford applink uses voiceactivated technology to connect you with some of your favorite smartphone applications. To use sync applink, you must first download a sync compatible mobile app on your phone, and then pair and connect your phone to sync. Using waze inside your ford vehicle is now easier since the muchloved, crowdsourced navigation and traffic app is now compatible with available sync 3 applink. Return to your pc and complete your update by uploading the log file onto the ford website. With sync applink you can use voice commands and steering wheel buttons to control your favorite mobile apps on your iphonewithout fumbling through phone menus. Hey guys, quick one for current rs owners does sync 2 in australia support applink. Note for 2010 2012 ford owners who have updated their sync system to. Ford s incar tech is currently installed in over one million vehicles already on the road and those offered the update will add another 3.
This procedure generally applies to model years prior to 2015. How to set up ford sync on a 2012 ford focus youtube. Heres where youll find the latest apps, all designed to be used with ford sync with applink. The 2012 ford focus hasnt even hit the streets yet, and ford is already tatting it up, while at the same time giving fiesta buyers a way to get their cars more in touch with their smartphones.
Currently, ford has produced more than one million applink equipped vehicles. Forget sync applink ford fiesta club ford owners club. Sync technology also helps you keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. Once your device is connected to sync 3, applink allows you to have a similar experience in your vehicle that you enjoy on your smartphone.
Likewise, for usb media and spotify if it does work do you get the album art. How to identify your sync version sync official ford. Those looking for a new car packed with technology should definitely consider taking this vehicle out for a test drive. Unfortunately, the company didnt offer a detailed list of eligible autos, leaving owners in suspense until sync applink download arrives in the coming months. Available on select ford vehicles, sync applink 63 lets you choose apps from your supported smartphone using voice commands and radio buttons on your steering wheel. So you can keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel. Ford sync 3 expands app compatibility by admin posted in ford, technology on monday, january 4th, 2016 at 10. Hacking the sync system on a 2012 focus fanatics forum. Ford motor company reserves the right to modify the. Some apps require you to register them before using them with applink. The new ford sync applink feature will be available on all syncequipped 2018 ford models.
Fordpass connect1, sync 3 applink or sync applinkequipped vehicles can. Weve gathered more than 3 million images uploaded by our users and sorted them by the most popular ones. For more details, refer to your owners manual starting and stopping the. How to access mobile applications using sync applink.
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