View all posts by Leon Quinn. The phone found the car’s Bluetooth no problem but kept saying it couldn’t connect because there were no available phone slots left. Step 1 On your iPhone you can find Bluetooth, the wireless technology that allows your device to connect to SYNC, on the Main menu under Settings. Tab on it. Last two months the Sync stopped connecting could not even found the Bluetooth or do reset with ford tech support on the phone, the software is outdated. apple car play does not work with sync 3 - ford has no clue. It only happens when they call us. A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Play Music Through Bluetooth Ford Sync Technology, especially new technology, can sometimes be finnicky and hard to work with. Be forewarned there is a recall on the APIM however this will not … Locate the DIRECTIONAL and OK BUTTONS in the center stack (location will vary). Transit – From June 2009. caralane63, Nov 30, 2016 1:50 PM in response to SR1203. This resolved the issue in my 2014 ford focus ev when nothing else worked. Question: Using Bluetooth sync on a ford focus (2013 model) the jolla connects properly on the device and mutes the speakers but no audio goes to the car speakers. Feb 18, 2015 1:28 PM in response to SR1203 davidfrommirfield, Nov 16, 2016 6:25 AM in response to SR1203, User profile for user: In response to SR1203. It comes under Ford sync Bluetooth problem and the audio stopped working. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I disconnected / reconnected the battery - but the problem remained. ... Find your phone's Bluetooth menu > tap SYNC to connect. Just turn it back on with the USB drive still inserted and the system should say already up to date. Doing a Ford Sync Master Reset 1. Once Siri worked OK - so did the Ford Audio system and I could hear callers/they could hear me.. Hope this is of use to someone with same issue... Nov 30, 2016 1:50 PM in response to SR1203 Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. All postings and use of the content on this site are subject to the. This is now happening to us. Ford.ie uses cookies and similar technologies on this website to improve your online experience and to show tailored advertising to you. Now, Ford Sync does not connect to Spotify anymore. No audio with Bluetooth (Ford Sync) - iPhone 5s I don't think so, to busy with the Apple Watch. We just got a Ford Grand C-Max 2012 and I was quite excited (as only a man can be with the prospect of a new car gadget) by the Bluetooth functionality promised by the ton of Bluetooth buttons and controls built into the car's dashboard. Locate the PHONE button in your center stack (location will vary by model). Open car door, get in close car door. Restart the car. So I went off Googling, presuming to find a ton of easy fixes. Each time I had this problem, my iPhone Music app was activated somehow (not by me), hence the confusion by SYNC about what audio feed to play. Turn the iPhone's Bluetooth back on (or disable Airplane mode). Multimedia Design company in Leitrim, Ireland specializing in WordPress Website Design, Photoshop and Graphics. In response to ajbest. You will get to know which devices are connected to your Bluetooth and there you will see the Bluetooth of your Ford connected to the device. Average failure mileage is 54,600 miles. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question. With the ability to connect to Apple’s CarPlay and Android Auto, Ford SYNC 3 is the most sophisticated SYNC system to date. It is not just an issue with pairing a phone, it appears that the bluetooth has malfunctioned. On your phone find the .vcf file you previously exported and share it via bluetooth to your Ford's sync, which should already be paired and connected to your phone For some reason, while everything else regarding the phone syncs, the phonebook does not do it automatically with a Z2 Force. note you must use a male-a to male-a usb cable like rotunda part number ccmusb2-am-am-10 to complete this step.. note do not disconnect the vcm or usb cables during apim programming.. note the system may prompt you to install software for the usb port. That’s it done. Periodic Ford SYNC updates are designed to enhance your driving experience by keeping you in-the-know. WHAT A PAIN IN THE ARS! As the title says, my new Samsung s 20 ultra will not connect to the Ford sync system in my 2015 Ford for media. Use the arrows to reach Add a Device, and press OK.Follow the prompts until you reach the point where you are asked for … The promise was great: Audio from your smartphone through the car’s sound system with no wires. Then it will download your phonebook in the Ford sync Step 3 After doing this, you will see phone redial option on the screen Step 4 Now if you want to connect to the Bluetooth audio, then you have to hold the Sync which is there in the left of your stereo. The App cannot be found. Q: Problem was, it didn’t work. I can still say "Bluetooth Audio" and it connects my phone and says that it is streaming. The iPhone should reconnect to SYNC and normal audio should be restored. Apple may provide or recommend responses as a possible solution based on the information provided; every potential issue may involve several factors not detailed in the conversations captured in an electronic forum and Apple can therefore provide no guarantee as to the efficacy of any proposed solutions on the community forums. Please see the website privacy and cookie policy for further information. All the benefits of SYNC 1.0 and 2.0, plus pinch-and-swipe gestures, ultra-fast performance and even easier use. Surely this was a common issue!? Installed the update just now, takes around 20 minutes and everything is working, bluetooth audio Posted Images. We can dial out and hear them fine. The 2013 Ford Focus has 5 problems reported for sync issues and horrible bluetooth connectivity. The cars Bluetooth function had obviously become corrupt in some way. 2. This worked on n9. the phone button will not work and it is missing some stuff on the menu too. If this does not work… I really wish I hadn't left it late to upgrade to 8.1.3 as now there is now no possibility of downgrading. The SYNC with MyFord Touch dashboard operating system in Ford vehicles puts a lot of power at your fingertips on the touchscreen embedded in the dashboard. Still no joy. In response to SR1203. Kind of like formatting a computer when you have to reset all your personalized settings back up again. I done a quick search but couldnt find conclusively that the Sony system has bluetooth as standard regardless of which Ford it is fitted to. I would also have thought your audio system has bluetooth. Tap on it to connect the Music app with Ford SYNC. Jump to Latest ... We're even able to press the command button on the steering wheel when in the PHONE menu and tell the car to play Bluetooth audio. I can confirm this worked on a Ford Kuga 2013 model as well. Reverse Pair. New car so when phone contract is up will have to go to Android. Ford SYNC 2 jest uaktualnioną wersją Ford SYNC 1.0 – oferuje wiele dodatkowych funkcji ułatwiających korzystanie z systemów komunikacji w samochodzie. Technician wants to email Ford to check on a few things and what we will need to fix it." If you’re having problems getting your Bluetooth Ford Sync system to work, you are certainly not alone. The phone pairs via bluetooth but I can't get phone commands to work even when using the menu screens. edkazuo, May 7, 2015 11:46 AM in response to SR1203, Jul 13, 2015 11:14 AM in response to SR1203, User profile for user: We just got a Ford Grand C-Max 2012 and I was quite excited (as only a man can be with the prospect of a new car gadget) by the Bluetooth functionality promised by the ton of Bluetooth buttons and controls built into the car’s dashboard. Nothing changes. Nevertheless, I downloaded it and ran the update procedure and everything works perfect now! The SYNC 3 shows the Audio Off button on the screen, after repeated attempts to press the on screen power button and the manual power button, still no audio. This will reset sync and hopefully get sound going. Ford Mondeo with Bluetooth was working now when you press phone it just mutes audio Help - Answered by a verified Ford Mechanic We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Any fixes I came across just suggested debonding the existing phones but my system wouldn’t let me do that. Disclaimer: This is not my firmware and no responsibility will be taken by me for damage done to your car audio system if it doesn’t work or there are compatibility issues. Did not like the interface our how it all worked together. Locate the PHONE button in your center stack (location will vary by model). Reverse Pair. Bluetooth ® Bluetooth Trademark z funkcją sterowania głosem umożliwia odbieranie połączeń telefonicznych, sterowanie systemem audio, korzystanie z nawigacji (funkcja dostępna w wybranych modelach), a nawet ustawianie temperatury wewnątrz pojazdu … Nov 16, 2016 6:25 AM in response to SR1203 A reboot of the phone and reset of the Ford Sync software did not help. Turn on your car audio system via the button, ie – not ignition switch. Sync (standard on some Ford vehicles) The basic Sync package offers voice-activated phone calls and MP3 music search, plus stereo Bluetooth audio streaming, a … Also audio does work via direct USB connection. On SYNC, turn Bluetooth Off, then On. Bluetooth audio is still working. Eventually I found some old firmware from 2012 on a website. It will connect for calls however. Thanks for the hint! You will see a Bluetooth icon at the bottom right of your music page. When you use iTunes on your phone to play the music, does it play on the iPhone speakers? I think it was SYNC, not SYNC 3. Se aplican restricciones. In response to SR1203. Mine did. My phone confirms that it is connected via bluetooh but it won't play music (unless I turn off the bluetooth button at the top right of the music app and … Worked fine yesterday with 8.1.2, upgraded last night to 8.1.3 and no music plays through the car speakers. * Compatible with the following cars with a USB connection, C-Max/Grand C-Max – February 2008 to July 2012 Copy the extracted files (not folder) to an empty USB drive formatted in FAT32. I have rebooted my phone, deleted the Sync connection and reconnected it and nothing is fixing the audio problem. How to Fix Ford Bluetooth Connection Issues with a Firmware Update. After pressing this button now you tell your car that you want to listen Bluetooth audio. But of course, after a night in garage, the audio would not work. Make sure that your Ford is not in Accessory Mode (that it’s in park and running). We tried above solution, disconnected the battery (red cable only) for 10 sec and reconnected. The system reset is designed to restore functionality and not delete any data that you have stored. Focus – February 2008 to January 2012 Home > Owner > Resources & Support > SYNC & Bluetooth support > Update SYNC. Zyenoa, Dec 8, 2017: Hello there, I managed to get my OP5 to sync with my Ford Focus yesterday, the car seems to be able to recognise my device, and my phone seems to recognise the car and pair seamlessly, however, whenever I try to play music from the Bluetooth audio in the car, from Spotify on my phone, no sound comes from either side. SYNC Suddenly Not Working. Radio dosnt say there is any error, just it cant find my phone, I have tried other phones and radio cant find ANY bluetooth devices or sync to new. Part 4. iPhone and Ford Sync Bluetooth Does Not Work Sometimes iPhone and Ford sync Bluetooth doesn’t work. Please log in using one of these methods to post your comment: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Locate the DIRECTIONAL and OK BUTTONS in the center stack (location will vary). Turn ignition key to position 1. I can confirm this worked on a Ford Kuga 2013 model as well. ( Log Out /  Insert the USB drive and select AUX – USB input. ( Log Out /  Make sure your phone is actually compatible with the car system before you do this obviously – http://www.ford.ie/Technology/MobileCompatibility. That sounds like the problem.... because every other feature is working, I would assume that is the problem Now Ford wants upwards of $1,800+HST just in parts alone + labour! Nothing changes. To start the conversation again, simply ask a new question. I have already tried master resetting the Sync, and other phones connect to Sync. If you’re not … No. Ive tried deleting and recreating the connection on both the phone and the car. Then I got a Ford Fusion 2017 with SYNC 3 and Android Auto. So imagine my disappointment when I just couldn’t get my Galaxy Note 4 (Or my wife’s S4) bonded with the car. 2011 Ford Edge has worked fine all along. The update process should start automatically and take about 20 mins. If the SYNC system and phone appear to be paired but you're not able to load your contacts or get the vehicle's Bluetooth to truly work with your device, try un-pairing the devices and repairing them. All of a sudden, nothing that uses bluetooth will work. Find out if your Ford could use a SYNC update. If these first two steps do not work, proceed to steps 3 and 4. Not so. Fiesta – July 2008 to December 2011 Here is a video of a Sony system fitted to a 2009 Mondeo. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Turn on your car audio system via the button, ie – not ignition switch. The volume on the phone is turned up all the way, and there's no volume in the car at any level. The phone has worked consistently with Sync in my Ford Fusion since I got it, until Sunday, when it connected but no audio is transmitted. More The Bluetooth menu will pop up with “SYNC” listed under “Devices.” Tap on it to connect your iPhone Music to SYNC. Ford SYNC 3 with AppLink. In the Settings menu, locate Bluetooth option. Be forewarned there is a recall on the APIM however this will not … Every time I got in the car I had to argue with it about making a connection. Try disconnecting the car battery for 10 seconds or so. Update: After Ford flashed the system it worked. Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. www.reverbstudios.ie Turn off your car. So I've fixed it. The phone pairing was by the way kept, and it worked right away as it is supposed to. Ford SYNC 3 with AppLink. The car is not here right now but when it gets back, will try some steps to see what works and report back. Wait three minutes to allow the system to complete the reset. Now, Ford Sync does not connect to Spotify anymore. Manage Agree. ( Log Out /  The Most Frustrating thing in the world, here you’ve got this awesome Ford Vehicle with one of the most up to date technology systems available, the Ford SYNC system and the actual touch function just stopped working on you! I stream my music on my iPhone through Apple Music and normally I haven't had any problems getting my phone to connect and music to play through SYNC. Same issue with me on My Ford Fiesta. Will Apple bother to do anything? No, I have not had it checked for updates. I know a lot of people had trouble with this earlier with iOS 8 but this problem is new from this weekend. OUCH! However once I go to play any music from it it disconnects from the bluetooth and shows the phone still being connected. Hi, yesterday, a new version (8.4.38.621) was installed automatically on my Sony Xperia X Compact. I have a 2013 Ford Fusion and I have not been able to even make a connection to the car at all. Also, disable the Bluetooth on your phone. Trying to pinpoint what it is, probably APIM that controls SYNC, Bluetooth, etc. Sync it with Ford SYNC. In this case we had to take the phone, select as audio source the iphone and then again "sync", then it worked. I then went looking for firmware updates for the audio system to see if that would help reset things but couldn’t find any on any Ford site. Tried removing … Tomorrow I will try disconnecting the battery but I am not optimistic that it will do anything. Key features vary by SYNC version, these may include: Enhanced voice recognition, Apps at your command, Easy destination entry, Automatic updates over Wi-Fi and Android Auto or Apple Carplay. iPhone 5, Turn on your phone’s Bluetooth and select Phone on the SYNC screen. It is supposed to be for all Ford Bluetooth with Voice Control car systems from 2008 to 2012 but only supported the C-Max up to Jan 2012 and my car was July 2012. 2. Ranger – From April 2009 Hopefully they don't give me some BS run around or try to say it is hardware and not under warranty. In response to SR1203. It will connect for calls however. Ford Sync: No Bluetooth device is available right now. Update your Ford SYNC version to receive the latest infotainment software features and bug fixes. Simultaneously press and hold the seek up and the audio unit power buttons until the screen goes black. DoelaSUI, Aug 19, 2015 12:49 AM in response to ajbest, User profile for user: As the title says, my new Samsung s 20 ultra will not connect to the Ford sync system in my 2015 Ford for media. Use the arrows to reach Add a Device, and press OK.Follow the prompts until you reach the point where you are asked for you 6-digit PIN. Next step is waiting until next week when I can get it in to the dealership to fix it. The App cannot be found. I have tried searching from my phone to find the car and It wont find it. Make sure your phone automatically connects to MyFord Touch. Seems like after a software update. jmbrown91 4 Posted September 4, 2011. jmbrown91. I phoned Ford and they say there are no updates for the car. Loved using Ford Sync as well, only had a line in on my last car. This worked on n9. All the benefits of SYNC 1.0 and 2.0, plus pinch-and-swipe gestures, ultra-fast performance and even easier use. This site contains user submitted content, comments and opinions and is for informational purposes only. A reboot of the phone and reset of the Ford Sync software did not help. I found the bluetooth console in the passenger foot well and just disconnected the 2 cables. You may also need to scan for sync on … I removed and reconnected with no success. Press the Phone button > scroll to System Settings > Press OK > scroll to Bluetooth Devices > Press OK > select Off > select On. Also, disable the Bluetooth on your phone. Re: 2016 Fusion SYNC/bluetooth/USB/voice commands not working Post by tomslik190 » Mon Apr 09, 2018 3:01 am When I hit the media button, I briefly see a SYNC folder then it goes back to playing the radio or CD. When I turn on my 2015 Ford Focus with Sync my iPhone 6S plus connects as normal with no issues. phone book works though. On top of this trying to play any audio through the usb cable is also not working. (11/18/18) Was working fine before. I use iTunes, pick the music I want to play and sometimes get no sound on either the phone or the car audio. Aug 19, 2015 12:49 AM in response to ajbest Ford advertises that Apple Carplay works with their new SYNC 3. Change ). Bluetooth audio is still working. Still can not recognize voice commands or play any audio via bluetooth, or make calls. We’re here to help! hi, soon after i did the recent oneplus update, i have been unable to connect my phone via bluetooth with my Ford Fiesta Ford Audio. WHAT A PAIN IN THE ARS! Failure to do this will delete data from your device. 2011 Fusion. But when I tried to view current slots and debond the previous owner’s phones the car system threw a wobbly and timed out, sometimes turning itself off and only turning the engine on could start it up again. Ford personnel and/or dealership personnel cannot modify or remove reviews. I had a 2016 Ford Fusion and a Samsung Galaxy S5. We had the iPhone 5S succesfully paired but when we received a call, the audio was not automatically transferred to the speaker system (no ringing on the speakers, no voice). I too had this problem - Ford Mondeo (Fusion in USA) (2012) and Iphone 5s - connects OK via blutooth, dials OK but no sound either way. Called ford and they wanted my car for the full day, don't have time for that! A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Play Music Through Bluetooth Ford Sync Technology, especially new technology, can sometimes be finnicky and hard to work with. 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