Ford SYNC Technology | Ford South Africa
Discover more about the three versions of the platform below
SYNC®SYNC®
SYNC® 2SYNC®
SYNC® 3SYNC®
SYNC® lets you use your voice to make calls, listen to music, select apps with Ford AppLink™ and much more. SYNC® technology also helps you keep your eyes on the road and your hands on the wheel.
With SYNC® 2, you can enjoy many great hands-free, voice-activated SYNC® features, plus enhanced capabilities. An intelligently organised screen featuring four quadrants helps keep you connected on the go.
SYNC® 3 lets you enjoy all of the great SYNC® features, plus our next generation of voice-activated technology. New easy-to-use design. New interface. New features. Discover how SYNC® 3 delivers next-level connectivity to your busy life.
Hands-free Phone Callsmobile phones
With a simple push of a button and a voice command, you can make a call through your vehicle’s speakers. Once the phone is paired, you can automatically download the names and numbers programmed in your compatible phone.
Hands-free Music and Entertainment mobile phones | Local laws
Listen to music, audiobooks or podcasts from just about any media device, any way you like – hands-free. Search, select, play specific titles, change your mind. Plug in your USB or MP3 player or stream via Bluetooth®Bluetooth® Audio.
Full-feature Navigation
With pinch-to-zoom and swipe gestures, plus the familiar one-box-search we know from internet search engines, SYNC® 3 with NavigationXLT & Wildtrak provides customers with a navigation experience very similar to smart phone offerings.
Ford AppLink™AppLink®
Control some of your favourite compatible apps on your supported smartphone using simple voice commands and radio buttons on your steering wheel. Find your saved stations, skip a song or play a different track.
Via Ford AppLink™, launch and voice-control some of your favourite mobile apps or access them in the organised apps section, which automatically loads SYNC®-enabled apps from your paired and connected smartphone.
SYNC® 3 plus Apple® CarPlay™USB | CarPlay
SYNC® 3 brings the power of Apple® CarPlay™ to your Ford. Use Siri® to interact with your iPhone®. Make calls, listen to voicemail. You can also access your songs and playlists. Apple Maps provides turn-by-turn directions, traffic conditions and estimated travel time.
SYNC® 3 plus Android Auto™Android Auto
SYNC® 3 brings the power of Android Auto™ to your Ford. Talk to Google™ to interact with your smartphone. Make calls and listen to voicemail. You can also access your favourite music through your apps. Google Maps™ provides voice-guided navigation, live traffic information and estimated travel time.
Automatic Updates over Wi-Fi®
Keeping SYNC® 3 current with the latest software can happen automatically as new updates become available. All you need is a Wi-Fi connection.
Siri® Eyes-Free
SYNC® 3 brings the power of Siri® Eyes-Free and your iPhone into your vehicle. Make or receive a call, reserve a table at your favourite restaurant, audibly send a "see you there" text and more.
Listen to Text Messages mobile phones | Local laws
SYNC® can read your text messages through your vehicle’s speakers. Your eyes never have to leave the road. SYNC® even understands emoticons and popular abbreviations. If you’re parked and want to quickly send a reply, just choose from a list of pre-set text responses.
Climate ControlClimate control
If equipped, you can use your voice to adjust the climate. So you can stay comfortable without having to lift a finger.
If equipped, you can use your voice to set your preferred temperature or easy access the colour touchscreen to adjust the temperature with large, easy-to-use touch buttons.
Download the latest SYNC® Software Update
Download the latest SYNC® Software update using a USB storage drive.
Please ensure that you have your vehicle’s VIN number at hand, follow and complete all the necessary steps and register the installation to complete your update.
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