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How do I enable and disable Android Auto™* with SYNC®**?

Android Auto with SYNC allows you to access your phone, make calls, send and receive messages, or listen to music in your vehicle. To enable or disable Android Auto, identify which generation of SYNC you have, then select the appropriate drop-down menu below.

Note: If this is your first time using Android Auto with SYNC, please refer to Activating Android Auto with SYNC for initial activation steps.

Important: Some SYNC features, such as the optional navigation system, will not be available when using Android Auto.

Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Generation

There are two resources to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation:

  • SYNC and Navigation Updates page, which allows you to enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or Login with your Ford credentials, and select Check for update. Your current SYNC generation will appear on the right-hand side of the page.
  • SYNC Visual Reference Guide, which has example images of each generation of SYNC Ford has offered.

Enabling/Disabling Android Auto with SYNC

SYNC 4A

To enable or disable Android Auto with SYNC 4A:

  1. Select the vehicle icon on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Settings.
  3. Select Phone List.
    • If Android Auto is not already enabled, press Connect Android Auto to enable.
    • To disable Android Auto, select Disable Android Auto.

SYNC 4

To enable or disable Android Auto with SYNC 4:

  1. Select Phone on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Phone List.
  3. Select your phone from the Phone List.
    • If Android Auto is not already enabled, press Connect to Android Auto to enable.
    • To disable Android Auto, select Disconnect.

SYNC 3

To enable or disable Android Auto with SYNC 3:

  1. Select Settings.
  2. Swipe to Android Auto Preferences.
  3. Choose your phone from the list of devices.
    • To enable Android Auto, press Enable.
    • To disable Android Auto, press Enable, then select Disable from the available options.

*Android Auto is a trademark of Google LLC.

**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.