How do I accept software updates for my Ford vehicle?

You can accept software updates by selecting Continue when prompted on your vehicle's screen. This will take you to the Software Update menu, where you can complete the acceptance process.

If either of the following icons appears on your vehicle's screen, you need to accept a software update.

Software Update Available and Requires Scheduling icon. An update is available but needs to be scheduled.
Software update Available but Needs Your Permission icon An update is available but needs your permission to proceed.

Accepting Software Updates

Select your SYNC®* generation or Digital Experience from the drop-down options below to learn how to accept software updates.

Note: If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, view the SYNC Visual Reference Guide. 

Ford Digital Experience

Option 1

  1. Tap the Update Available icon in the status bar on your vehicle's Digital Experience screen.
  2. Select Update to accept the update.

Option 2

  1. Tap on the App Drawer icon.
  2. Select Software updates.
  3. Press Update Details.
  4. Tap Update to accept the update

Important: If Automatic Updates and Notifications are off, your vehicle will not receive any updates. This means your vehicle will not receive any new features or critical updates via software updates.

SYNC 4A

Option 1

  1. Tap the Update Available icon in the status bar on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Update to accept the update.

Option 2

  1. Tap the Settings or the Home icon on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Software Updates.
  3. Press Update Details.
  4. Tap Update to accept the update.

Important: If Automatic Updates and Notifications are off, your vehicle will not receive any updates. This means your vehicle will not receive any new features or critical updates via software updates.

SYNC 4

Option 1

  1. Tap the Update Available icon in the status bar on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Update Available.
  3. Press Update to accept the update.

Option 2

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Software Updates.
  3. Press Update Details.
  4. Tap Update to accept the update.

Important: If Automatic Updates and Notifications are off, your vehicle will not receive any updates. This means your vehicle will not receive any new features or critical updates via software updates.

Additional Information

What are software updates?
How do I change my SYNC automatic update settings?

*Don’t drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.