How To Connect to Ford SYNC®

A major highlight of driving a new Ford model around Alliance is access to connectivity features, most importantly the Ford SYNC® infotainment system. Connecting to Ford SYNC® is simple, as all you need is your Bluetooth®-enabled phone and the infotainment screen in your Ford. Follow this guide from Transwest Ford that focuses on how to connect to Ford SYNC® to take advantage of all this infotainment system has to offer!

Connecting to Ford SYNC®

Are you ready to “SYNC® Your Ride?” A few different Ford SYNC® systems are available, depending on whether you’ve chosen a new or pre-owned Ford model. Learn how to connect to Ford SYNC® by generation below to help you make the most of your infotainment system:

Ford SYNC® Gen 1 / SYNC® with MyFord

• Ensure your vehicle is running and in Park.
• Enable Bluetooth® on your phone.
• Press the “Phone” or “Add Phone” on your SYNC® system.
• Wait for the SYNC® system to appear on your phone and select it.
• Depending on your SYNC® system and smartphone, you will either be prompted to enter a secure PIN or verify the PIN displayed matches the PIN on your phone screen.
• Once the PIN is confirmed, tap “Pair” or “Okay”
• Once connected, your SYNC® system will show the device’s name or “Device Connected” on the screen.

Ford SYNC® 3

• Ensure your vehicle is on or in accessory mode.
• Enable Bluetooth® on your phone.
• On your vehicle’s SYNC® 3 touchscreen interface, press “Phone.”
• Tap “Add Device.”
• Wait for the SYNC® system to appear on your phone and select it.
• Depending on your SYNC® system and smartphone, you will either be prompted to enter a secure PIN or verify the PIN displayed matches the PIN on your phone screen.
• Press “Pair” on your phone and “Yes” on your SYNC® touchscreen.
• SYNC® will indicate that the pairing is successful. Select “Finish.”

Ford SYNC® 4

• Ensure your vehicle is on or in accessory mode.
• Enable Bluetooth® on your phone.
• On your vehicle’s SYNC® touchscreen, press “Phone.”
• Tap “Add a Phone” and follow the prompts.
• Tap the vehicle image on the left-hand side of the SYNC® screen.
• On your phone, scan for Bluetooth® devices. Select the SYNC® system once it appears.
• Verify the PIN on your phone and SYNC® screen match.
• Tap “Pair.”
• SYNC® will indicate that the pairing is successful.

Ford SYNC® Highlights

Now that you know how to “SYNC® Your Ride,” you have the opportunity to explore its offerings to elevate your drives around Torrington to the next level. Here are the main components to be aware of:

• Touchscreen: The SYNC® touchscreen is your resource for exploring and interacting with all that the system has available. Swipe, tap, and pinch to navigate through the various screens.
• Navigation: If your Ford model is equipped with the navigation system, then your touchscreen will show a map of your current location.
• Smartphone Connectivity: Thanks to features like wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, drivers can enjoy all their favorite apps and music on their Ogallala drives.
• Voice Commands: In addition to manually navigating through the Ford SYNC® interface, you can also utilize voice commands for hands-free calling, texting, and navigation.

SYNC® Your Ride at Transwest Ford!

Now that you have a sense of how to connect to Ford SYNC®, set out on the Scottsbluff roads to make the most of the system! Have any questions? Don’t hesitate to contact Transwest Ford or stop by our dealership to take advantage of our service team’s expertise.