How do I turn off automatic Software Updates in my Ford?

If you choose to have full control of the Software Updates for your SYNC®* system and want to know the details before the update, you can turn off automatic updates on your SYNC screen.

Disabling Automatic Software Updates

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below. If you need assistance identifying your SYNC generation, refer to the SYNC Visual Reference Guide.

If your SYNC generation is not listed, it does not receive Software Updates.

SYNC 4A

  1. Tap either Settings or the Home icon on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Systems Updates.
  3. Toggle the Automatic Updates slider to Off. A confirmation pop-up will appear.
  4. Tap Continue to confirm.

You can use the System Updates section in your SYNC settings to view available updates in the future.

SYNC 4

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Systems Updates.
  3. Toggle the Automatic Updates slider to Off. A confirmation pop-up will appear.
  4. Tap Continue to confirm.

You can use the System Updates section in your SYNC settings to view available updates in the future.

Additional Information

How do I view Software Update details?
How do I schedule Software Updates?


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