May 19, 2017 Ford is making Android Auto and Apple CarPlay software support available to model-year 2016 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3. Customers with model-year 2016 Ford vehicles can update to the new SYNC 3 version 2.2 by downloading to a USB drive, visiting a dealership or automatically through a Wi-Fi connection. Dec 11, 2017 2017+ Super Duty - Sync 3 Version 2.3 Auto Over the Air Download - I read today in the Ford Sync forum that Sync 3 Version 2.3 has been available for several weeks now and it instructed to go to owner.ford.com to check to see if it is available for our specific vehicles. On my Ford Owner web site for my 2017 Super. .Make sure you read your SYNC ® /SYNC ® 2/SYNC ® 3 Owner’s Manual before using this feature for the first time. This site provides useful information on commonly used features but is not intended to replace the detailed instructions and warnings contained in your SYNC ® /SYNC ® 2/SYNC ® 3 Owner’s Manual. SYNC ® is available on most Ford vehicles. Features/functionality vary. Need to upgrade SYS from Ford Sync 3.01 to 3.1, where can I get the download. Where can I download Ford Sync Ver. 3.1 software Need to upgrade SYS from Ford Sync 3.01 to 3.1, where can I get the download. This thread is locked. You can follow the question.
Well, Ford has been a bit lax in deploying the SYNC3 2.2 update - was supposed to be summer 2016. Fortunately, the interwebs have provided :)Ford Sync 3 2.2 Software Update Information/Instructions
Ford Sync 3 2.0 Update Download
Official Update for Ford Sync 3 1.0/1.1/2.0 -> 2.2Android AutoWILLwork with existing hardware.
Apple CarPlay WILL NOTwork with existing hardware and requires upgraded USB Interface.
I used a FAT32 formatted 2GB USB Drive to load installation files (Non-WiFi Update)
Vehicle Engine should be running for entire update to maintain battery during installation or connected to a battery charger/maintainer
Download Links (Ford Direct):
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Change Log:
Sync 3 2.2.6
This software release is the latest update in our continued efforts to improve system performance, device connectivity, and the overall SYNC experience.
This software contains the following enhancements:
- Updated voice recognition engine.
- Bluetooth phone, media, and Wi-Fi improvements.
- Navigation user interface improvements (if equipped).
- Android Auto for supported devices.
- Apple CarPlay for supported devices. Owners of 2016 models with SYNC 3 are required to perform a software upgrade and purchase a hardware upgrade through your dealer.
Sync 3 2.2 Update
You must wait until Installation Complete is displayed on the center screen before removing your drive or turning your vehicle off. Be sure your vehicle engine is running (not in accessory mode) throughout the entire installation process. Although your vehicle must be in park when you initiate the installation process, once the download process has begun, you may drive your vehicle.** Mine only took 15 Minutes to Install **
Bluetooth works MUCH better now - just need to find the USB HUB in stock to make Apple CarPlay come to life! WOOHOO!