But the ford owners portal says v2.3 is available. Talked with sync support and they said the over the air update has been having problems with cars not finding the update available. They said if I want the update I have to download it from the owners site to a thumbdrive and install that way. Trying to update sync 3 I have a 2016 F150 with navigation and sync 3 v2.0. I saw that v2.3 is available from Ford however after following the USB instructions from Fords site when I plug it in nothing happens I have the updated USB hub for CarPlay. Mar 20, 2018 Check your owner.ford.com site - 3.0 was available for my MY '17 Escape Titanium today! 2011 hyundai accent haynes repair manual download. Login / Join. Looking forward to the update as I like the 3.0 version a lot. Show Full Signature 'Black Box' - '17 Shadow Black Ti w/2.0, 4WD, 300A, Nav, Vista Roof. I was able to download and install the free Sync 3 map update. Trying to update sync 3 I have a 2016 F150 with navigation and sync 3 v2.0. I saw that v2.3 is available from Ford however after following the USB instructions from Fords site when I plug it in nothing happens I have the updated USB hub for CarPlay. How To: Upgrading Ford SYNC3 to version 2.2. Once the download process has begun. If you liked my last thread on Ford SYNC 3 Version 3.0 - this is even better!
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
Official Update for Ford Sync 3 1.0/1.1/2.0 -> 2.2
Android 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):
Navigation Equipped:http://ivsu.binaries.ford.com/owner-package/715283556826568730/HN1T-14G381-LG.zipNon-Navigation:http://ivsu.binaries.ford.com/owner-package/5414554217520963151/HN1T-14G381-LG.zip
Ford F150 Sync 3 Problems
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:
Sync Connect
- 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.
** 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!
Well, if you're like me - you love the Ford Sync 3 interface - while it's not perfect, it's pretty darned good! Carplay is a nice update but if you've updated to IOS 11 - you'll notice some weird things going on - but guess what!? If you don't want to wait for the WiFi update - you can install SYNC 3 Version 3.0 using a USB drive!
IOS11 https://9to5mac.com/2017/06/23/carplay-ios-11/
- New Nav Icon.
- Fixed keyboard
- added symbol $
- MUCH faster interface smoother, snappier
- Support for new apps
**disclaimer - do this at your own risk! not my fault if it goes belly up!**
Installation instructions: 1. Download. 2. Unzip. 3. Grab a USB Flash Drive, 4GB is fine. 4. Format the drive to either exFAT or FAT32. 5. Put the extracted files inside the flash drive. 6. Turn car on. 7. Plug in car and enjoy!!
***** Note that depending on your USB device it might take up to 10 minutes for the stereo to show 'Updating System'.. *****
The USB in the car is NOT USB 3 therefore read speed is limited, so if you don't see anything, DO NOT unplug - just wait..
There are two versions to update your particular SYNC 3 system
Navigation
Non-Navigation
found this over at http://www.mustang6g.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90236&fref=gc&dti=935473876561093