How to Connect to Ford SYNC

New Ford owners often wonder how to connect to Ford SYNC® 3, Ford’s infotainment system that enhances your daily Wooster drives. Luckily, connecting to this system is easy, and it gives you plenty of convenience options right at your fingertips. All Wadsworth drivers need is a Bluetooth®-enabled phone and your Ford’s infotainment screen. It’s as easy as utilizing FordPass™. Follow our guide below and connect your new Ford to Ford SYNC® 3, and take advantage of everything that it has to offer your daily drives!

Connecting to Ford SYNC® 3

Ready to “Sync my ride” and have Ford SYNC® 3 at the ready? Once connected, you’ll be able to make calls and more from your vehicle. To begin, make sure you’re parked, that your phone is on, and that your vehicle is started. Here’s how to connect to Ford Ford SYNC® 3:

  1. Activate Bluetooth® on your phone and make sure that your phone is discoverable.
  2. On your vehicle’s SYNC® 3 touchscreen interface, press “Add Device.”
  3. Next, scan for devices on your smartphone until SYNC® pops up as an option.
  4. Confirm that the PIN on your phone matches the PIN on the screen. Otherwise, enter the PIN displayed on your phone.
  5. SYNC® will indicate that the pairing is successful.
  6. SYNC® then displays 911 Assist status, and you can decide whether to turn the feature on or off (this feature will automatically call emergency personnel in the event of a crash). You can also opt-in or out of automatic contact downloads.
  7. Press the “Finish” button once you’ve confirmed these options.

Congrats! You’re now connected and ready to utilize all that Ford SYNC® 3 has to offer!

Ford SYNC® 3 Basic Features

Once you’re connected, you’ll have the opportunity to explore everything that Ford SYNC® 3 brings to the table. Here are some of the main features to be aware of during your Massillon and Medina drives:

  • Easy-to-use Touchscreen: Your SYNC® 3 touchscreen is your resource for exploring and interacting with all that the system is capable of. You can swipe, tap, and pinch to navigate through the various screens and menus.
  • Your Status Bar: This portion of your screen displays icons and messages, like the home button, your climate control status, the time, the outdoor temperature, your text messages, Wi-Fi connectivity, and many more.
  • Navigation Capabilities: If your Ford model is equipped with the navigation system, your touchscreen will show a map of your current location. Audio and Entertainment at the Helm: With the audio turned on, you can see the source of any given audio source (Bluetooth®, radio, CD, etc.).
  • Feature Bar: You can tap on the various icons that make up the Feature Bar, such as audio, climate, phone, nav, apps, and settings for easy access.
  • Convenient Voice Commands: You can also utilize voice commands as you’re driving for safer navigation through the SYNC® 3 interface.

Stay Connected with White's Ford on 57 in Orrville

You’re now ready to drive with confidence in Medina with a fully set up Ford SYNC® 3 infotainment system! If you have any questions about utilizing your Ford SYNC® 3, White's Ford on 57 is here to help. Contact us online or call us at 877-749-5818, and we’ll help ensure that your Ford SYNC® 3 is up and running properly. And as always, we offer great savings options for our drivers, like rotating service specials!