How To Update Sync 3 to Sync 3.4 Over WIFI | Beginner's Tutorial - EASY!

[@Red5oh]

Try this updated method - works on all ford vehicles! ua-cam.com/video/kqKaadzYXXg/v-deo.html

[@bigkev2613]

Ford just told me I can't update to 3.4 I have 3.0 in 2019 Expedition platinum....can someone please help 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@Red5oh]

Watch my cyanlab video that should help you upgrade

[@MatthewMitchell01]

Does anyone have the issue where it takes absolutely forever to update? Even though my wifi is super fast and my car is parked as close to the router as possible?

[@Red5oh]

Is the update progressing or does it just shut off after certain time?

[@MatthewMitchell01]

@@Red5oh it seemed like there was no progress at all. I left it for over an hour with nothing. Then just randomly the bar jumped to half full and started the instillation. Pretty weird.

[@MatthewMitchell01]

I have really good internet and can usually maintain 20MB/s download speed so it should have made quick work of this update.

[@BLK_GOD]

How long does it take? It says scanning for updates forever.

[@Red5oh]

Scanning for updates should be 5-10 mins at most unless your wifi signal is very weak

[@BLK_GOD]

@@Red5oh had to use a flash drive thanks

[@deborahhart8457]

I've tried to do it over WiFi however scanning for updates it's taking a long time to scan. Is this normal? 🤔

[@Red5oh]

Is the car a bit far away from the house maybe the wifi connection isn’t strong? If nothing comes up I’d suggest using usb method. I have a tutorial on that ad wel and it’s pretty easy to do it via usb

[@BackyardBMX73]

I wasn't aware there was a new version. That may be good news for me, cause the RDS info stopped showing with the radio station. Hopefully that'll get fixed by updating. Thanks for the video!

[@Red5oh]

Yeah the update should help out with bugs and issues so it’s definitely worth checking. You can do it via usb too if wifi isn’t strong. Hope it works for ya!

[@BackyardBMX73]

@@Red5oh right on, thanks again!

[@Shadow-pd9vl]

Work and for Ford Edge ST Line to,but you must drive about 50min.To parkplace this auto stop alone in 30minute.Sync 3.4 work really fine for me and is not a lie.

[@Shadow-pd9vl]

Model 2018

[@Red5oh]

I’m glad it worked for you! It does take a bit patience

[@tlitesworld]

You keep the mustang information. Great video my friend 💯

[@Red5oh]

Thank you sir!

[@calvinray5914]

Ford says you don't have to leave th vehicle running to perform updates

[@Red5oh]

Interesting. Yeah it helps to leave it on to avoid battery drainage but not required.

[@Ollie8210]

Hi. I am running Sync 3.0.
I have access to Wi-Fi, but it does not pop up with any updates to me. What do I do?

[@Red5oh]

What ford card do you have? Does it show no update found or it keeps searching?

[@Ollie8210]

I don’t have navigation. I used your Cyanlab video and used that method. It worked like a charm. It’s frustrating that Ford doesn’t make their software good enough to just make a simple update. But a team of devs can do that in their spare time. Amazing

[@KLAMATH32]

Awesome video! One question. Why did you use a thumb drive and not just update it via wifi like you're showing in this video??

[@Red5oh]

I’ve done it both way. I have some videos on usb method too. They both work great but depends on needs. WiFi is easier for sure but usb is tried and true

[@dogtagz_2849]

Ford ‘18 Mustang EcoBoost. I’m right next to the router (maybe 10/15 feet away and great connection), and it’s on version 3.0, but the scanning process has been taking over 15 minutes. (I know that for sure since my car almost went into shutdown mode after being on for so long). It says it’s just scanning for updates and the buffer sign has been spinning the whole time. Is this normal?

[@RyanZirnheld11]

Mine is doing that as well, did you ever figure it out?

[@dogtagz_2849]

No.. I tried two other times and no luck.. I’m considering being it into the dealership on my next day off just so they can diagnose it, maybe fix it the same day. I promise to keep you informed when I know more on my end though!

[@RyanZirnheld11]

@@dogtagz_2849 thanks! It’s been driving me crazy not being able to update this glitchy infotainment

[@Red5oh]

Wifi can be a bit choppy sometimes as the wifi module in our cars isn't as strong as the ones in the phone. I would try the USB method to see if that helps

[@chriswalker745]

2016 f150 lariat I have navigation and sync 3 can I update to 3.4

[@Red5oh]

You can but you’d have to use the cyan labs. I have a video on that check it out!

[@Audace1400]

Doing this right now. I don't have the engine running, just have it plugged into battery charger so it doesn't drain too much. I have to touch the touch screen every few minutes so the vehicle doesn't automatically turn off during the download.

[@Red5oh]

That’s a smart idea putting it in the battery charger. How did the update go for you? Any issues?

[@Audace1400]

@@Red5oh Went ok no problems. Just have to sit in the car during the download/update and touch the touchscreen every few minutes so it doesn't auto turn off. Took close to an hour.

[@TheBryceJohnston]

@@Audace1400i’m debating if I even wanna update cus idk how to do this and i don’t want to mess nothing up or drain the battery

[@Audace1400]

@@TheBryceJohnston you will be ok.. hopefully you have a battery charger

[@OG_Honda_Grom]

On sync 3.0 there is no button to search for new updates only can turn on automatic wifi updates how do I know if it’s downloading? I connected to wifi and parked close to house went to update on mobile apps and it says updating apps and spinning. Circle but that’s it??

[@Red5oh]

As long as the car is within wifi range it should be upgrading, but not having a progress bar makes it a guessing game. I'd suggest USB method if wifi doesn't work after couple attempts.

[@tw8644]

I've been in my garage and wifi is strong...When I scan for updates nothing appears even tho I only have 3.0... Would like 3.4... Any Ideas 2017 Raptor

[@Red5oh]

It seems like most people did not get 3.4 on F150 unless they had 2020 model or newer

[@tw8644]

@@Red5oh weird bc on ford website when I put my VIN in it says there’s an update available.

[@Red5oh]

@@tw8644 does it say it’s 3.4?

[@tw8644]

@@Red5oh I think it just says update avail.. doesn’t say what

[@lacrimamg9206]

Scanning for Updates Message is showing for About 1 Houre and Nothing Happens ?!? Is That normal
My sync Verson is very old.

[@Red5oh]

What sync version you have and do you have strong wifi connection?

[@stepside2839]

Why not just turn your car On, without starting it.
I’m not worried about a weak battery, since it is on
a BateryMENDer when in the garage.

[@Red5oh]

Yeah since it’s on that then it would definitely work without wasting gas. Otherwise it’s better to leave the car in to avoid unnecessary battery drainage

[@umayfindyourself9381]

Well done but, scanning for updates over home wifi has been going on for almost an hour...?

[@Red5oh]

What vehicle do you have? Try ford website with your vin to see if it’s due for an update or not

[@Ronjonsensorrow]

Mine doesn’t find the new uodate

[@Red5oh]

What car do you have?

[@darweez]

Mine won't load the update. Just shows "checked and today's date" I'm on my mobile hotspot btw. Still on 3.0

[@Red5oh]

What vehicle do you have? After certain models ford doesn’t officially put an update like 2017 mustangs can’t get sync 3.4 while 2019 can even though same sync software. Check out my video on sync iodate through cyan labs. That will bypass it and you can get the iodate

[@xIIsTReeTIIx]

2016 Taurus and it doesn’t search for new updates

[@Red5oh]

Try the ford website to see if it’s eligible. Alternatively you can watch my cyan lab video that allows you to update even if not officially eligible

[@masonturner3784]

Sweet, 2019 f150 with 3.3......scan for updates and nothing ever pops up 🙄

[@Red5oh]

Yeah that’s strange given my 2019 mustang with 3.3 had the update. Try using the usb method and see if Ford website has it. I have a tutorial on it

[@randihull4706]

Trying to update my 2019 EcoSport that hasn't been updated since 2019. I know there's a new update available, but when I scan for updates it keeps saying software is up to date. Connected to home wifi with excellent signal strength. Any advice? I really don't want to go the USB route if I don't have to because I have a Mac. Also, when looking at the software version it's def still showing the old version, double checked that as well.

[@Red5oh]

I would try entering your vin on ford's official website to 100% confirm that there is a new update for your vehicle

[@SirenS550]

I’m about to live in a mustang 😭 if that’s what it takes to get one

[@Red5oh]

Hahah! I hope you get one soon man. Keep up the hard work and your dream will come true

[@and526625]

I tried doing this today, but scan for updates took far too long, what could be the problem? WiFi was connected btw

[@Red5oh]

I would try putting your vin number on fords website for sync update to see if it’s eligible for upgrade. It’s really strange it’s not download the update via wifi

[@laurenhall1609]

I’m having this same issue, did you ever manage to sort it?

[@and526625]

@@laurenhall1609 i ended up getting ford to do it as, looking at the log book, the update is part of the service which they weren't doing, but all updated now by ford dealership

[@coreypendergrass6713]

I have a 2019 F-150 running version 3.3. I use my phone hotspot to provide my system with a Wi-Fi connection. I have done this in the past to get it up to version 3.3. but it doesn't seem to want to download 3.4. is it available for all Fords in 2019?

[@Red5oh]

It seems like F150 arent eligible for 3.4 yet. Even though my mustang is also a 2019, it’s weird they’d restrict f150 updates

[@stephenhorton2617]

I have this same issue. Every time I start the truck it says connect to wifi to update. But its already connected, won’t update…. tried Ford support, chat, everything. They have no solution and the support SUCKS. Thanks Ford!!!!

[@miketassone3991]

When I hit scan for updates I get the spinning wheel like it’s searching, goes for a minute, and then just disappears and nothing happens

[@Red5oh]

What vehicle do you have and what sync version are you running?

[@dionnamorris6367]

My 2019 Fusion is doing this exact thing.

[@Car1Sagan]

My 2018 F-150 is stuck in Sync 3, version 2.3.18095. In Scan for updates now, it says "Scanning for updates..." for a long time & doesnt stop scanning @Red5oh

[@Red5oh]

Try the USB method or make sure your WiFi strength is good

[@WilbertRamos777]

Hello there I have a 2017 f150 xlt how can I do this?

[@Red5oh]

I think 2017 f150 aren’t eligible unfortunately

[@earlyblackmz]

I have a 2018 F150 and it only has sync 2.3. Will this update give me 3.4? Other videos say you have to at least have 3.0.

[@Red5oh]

I would try scan for updates option. I’ve heard some models are able to upgrade to sync 3 first but some you cannot. You’d need to be on sync 3 to get sync 3.4. But if your model allows the upgrade it would tell you sync 3.0 is available

[@MLedeboer]

I'm in the same boat... Were you able to figure it out?

[@aru-YT]

@@MLedeboer Sorry if this is late but you can't upgrade from Sync 2 to 3 or vice versa with software, you'd need to replace the physical infotainment system

[@richardowens6315]

Will not find update on sync 3 for 2016 f150

[@Red5oh]

I think F150 doesn’t have 3.4 unless 2019 or newer unfortunately

[@spongebobsquarepants2980]

Can th9e be done on the 2016 mustang

[@Red5oh]

I think sync 3.4 is compatible with 2017 and up mustang. I’d check with your vin on the website to be sure

[@primofx2sport]

Solid bid for the average Joe. Beats them having to hit the dealer.

[@Red5oh]

Agreed saves a trip to the dealer! USB version also require the avg Joe to know what they are doing. Wifi is like updating your phone very simple

[@johnwaugh4680]

@@Red5oh I update my sync3 vers. 3.0 by wifi all the time but all it does is update the build no., currently 20204. It never updates the version to 3.4.

[@Red5oh]

@@johnwaugh4680 yeah that’s strange. What car do you have?

[@johnwaugh4680]

@@Red5oh 2017 Ford Escape Trend AWD...Australia, but sync3 should be the same. To my knowledge the only way it can be updated to 3.4 is through Cyanlabs.

[@elaissimarouane9250]

I did this update to my ford kuga but the navigation is blank

[@Red5oh]

Try unplugging the battery and see if it resets it. Is it working fine now or still issues?

[@elaissimarouane9250]

@@Red5oh its working well bro ... besides i want to know howa can i activate the vocal command of the navigation

[@SquattingSamurai]

Nothing happens when I click on “Scan for Updates Now” in my 2019 Mustang. Anyone knows how to solve that issue? I don’t have a USB stick and I don’t want to buy one just to update my cars infotainment system 😅

[@Red5oh]

Are you connecting to the wifi with strong enough wifi signal?

[@SquattingSamurai]

@@Red5oh yes

[@CurtisWesbrook]

I don't even have the "Scan for updates" button. I have confirmed via Ford that there is an update available. I am connected to my home wifi, and have automatic updates turned on, but the only two buttons I have are "Automatic System Updates" and "View Current Software Version." Thoughts on why I can't even scan?

[@Red5oh]

If you click on automatic system updates, is there a way to turn it off and then search manually? It's strange that the option to scan isn't there

[@CurtisWesbrook]

@@Red5oh Yes, I can toggle it on and off, but nothing changes either way. Also, where it shows the date and time it last scanned for updates, it says July of 2002. A) It's a 2016, B) I don't think SYNC was a thing in '02 lol.

[@rebeccakohler2475]

I have this exact issue, mine says last checked for updates in October of 2002 lol. My dealer has updated it twice and I don’t know how they did it cause my USB port doesn’t seem to work either! Guess I’ll take it back and see if they can keep updating it 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@cameronketch2363]

Did you figure this out? Same issue here. 2002 and all...

[@CurtisWesbrook]

@@cameronketch2363 I never did. I was going to try the manual update via USB drive, but it can only be done on a PC, so my Chromebook wouldn't work. I gave up after that.

[@alexdonhauser8870]

What do I do if the update doesn't pop up?

[@Red5oh]

What vehicle do you have? If it’s not eligible for the upgrade it may not show the 3.4 update

[@swamibeyond6382]

Very helpful, thank you!... "NEED TO KEEP THE CAR RUNNING", REALLY...for 20, 30 minutes!? Just started the procedure without car running and the display shows downloading update, so I got out of the car...is the download kaput?...yes, I found it went kaput. Will try usb

[@Red5oh]

It should resume once you get back in. It's just best practice to ensure car is running while the update is being performed to ensure no disruptions.

[@swamibeyond6382]

@@Red5oh Thanks, it is not resuming, now on choosing scan for updates, it goes on for over 10 min so, I turn it off.

[@Red5oh]

Were you able to get it worked?

[@swamibeyond6382]

@@Red5oh No, I think I'll let it go...thanks

[@MasterMindVlogsOfficial]

Great going bro.... Nice info..👍

[@Red5oh]

Thank you!

[@davet231]

Had issues upgrading to 3.0 on my ‘16 FoST, tried NTFS, FAT32 etc formatting and still couldn’t get it to take. Ended up taking it to the stealership to pay $150+ to update it (was trying to get CarPlay had the updated USB module), after they allegedly updated it I threw in the USB module and no CarPlay 🤬. Ended up buying another flash drive and it worked first try. Morale of the story if you’re having trouble with a USB update try a different flash drive.

[@Red5oh]

Interesting that dealership would do that. I guess they call them stealership for a reason! I am glad a new USB helped out. Given how cheap USBs are these days it's worth a shot for anyone having issues!

[@davet231]

@@Red5oh Yeah needless to say I will never deal with that dealership again. I was going to raise hell and get my money back but decided it wasn’t worth the hassle. I work nights and going to another city to fight over it when I need to be sleeping just wasn’t worth it.

[@noobovsky420]

How hard is it to check the version ? Not hard at all. You need to use ExFat and not fat32. So you did it incorrectly

[@coyoterob2839]

My wifi one won’t work for me in my 2018 mustang premium, I have WiFi in my garage and it keeps saying it scanned for the update and nothing came up for an update

[@coyoterob2839]

I tried the usb version as well using a Mac n all attempts never worked

[@coyoterob2839]

Should I jus take it to the dealer

[@Red5oh]

What is the issue you are experiencing with the USB? To me that seems to be the best way. You can certainly take it to the dealer, but it's more time consuming.

[@coyoterob2839]

@@Red5oh yeah idk it just doesn’t work for me I tried usb master reset on the sync 4 and I tried to do the WiFi one

[@treesteeze149]

Mines maxed @ 3.0 will not scan for 3.4

[@Red5oh]

What car do you have?

[@treesteeze149]

@@Red5oh 2018 f-150

[@p0lodon]

I have a 2018 mustang and the same thing is happening

[@codyyates3424]

2018 f150 vers 3.0 hit scan, comes back in less than 60sec saying up-to-date. Have apple carplay and finally got it to stop kicking off phone to AM source

[@jdoolez914]

During the actual update did anyones screen turn off ? Is the screen going to tur on in 30 minutes?

[@Red5oh]

It will turn off but should come back up. Did yours not do that?

[@jdoolez914]

I got the update all installed. Build 20204. My phone won't fucking connect through Bluetooth. "Connection not stable"

[@Red5oh]

@@jdoolez914 have you tried connecting a different phone to see if that works? Otherwise I’d try a soft or master reset that usually helps

[@jdoolez914]

Yeah. Ford said to bring it to a dealership. Pain in the ass

[@Red5oh]

@@jdoolez914 I’d try the master reset or soft reset as it could save you a trip dealership. I did that for when Apple car play was acting up. I have a tutorial on it as well

[@BLACKKNIGHTMUSTANG]

Awesome info Bro

[@Red5oh]

Thanks for checking in man! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@Ab3lardo]

🤤

[@dashtyATG]

Hy thanks again sir.
How about the navigation dose that includes all in 1?

[@Red5oh]

No navigation update is separately. Dealer can do it for free or you do it by downloading from Ford website as wel I believe

[@dashtyATG]

@@Red5oh ok thanks brother there a guy here where i live doing it himself I've some video.
U need big space 32 geg flash drive to do so.

[@Red5oh]

@@dashtyATG yeah I used 32 gb usb as well. You can do it with a smaller size usb but it’s recommended to have more in case to avoid any issues

[@dashtyATG]

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[@nathanrobison3160]

2019 Ford Fusion, scan for updates and doesn’t say up to date or anything run into this?

[@Red5oh]

Try the USB method if it's not finding anything. I have an in-depth tutorial on it

[@atomflyer44]

Mine will NOT update over wifi for some reason.

[@Red5oh]

What car do you have?

[@MashupKingMusic]

@@Red5oh same I try loading scanning but nothing shows I got a Ford Focus ST Line X 2019

[@Redline5.0]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Red5oh]

Thank you for watching!

[@Jaedrummer]

Doesn't work

[@Red5oh]

Try usb method unseats or my cyanlab video if your car cant officially receive sync 3.4 update

[@74kimbo]

Mine doesn't work for some reason

[@Red5oh]

What vehicle do you have? Does it say it’s found an update but doesn’t update?

[@74kimbo]

@@Red5oh 2015 ford focus estate 1.5.

[@noso4609]

I love my mustang and most ford products but my God does sync 3 suck!!! My wife’s Jeep with UConnect blows it away not even close!

[@Red5oh]

Really? I’ve used Uconnect once with the Jeep Wrangler and didn’t find it much superior to sync 3

[@jrrogersstang4696]

Looks great...going to try to add that to my mustang if possible

[@Red5oh]

YeahI highly recommend it!

[@jrrogersstang4696]

@@Red5oh next mod 🔥🔥🔥🤤

[@Red5oh]

@@jrrogersstang4696 yes well worth it! It’s so much snappier. You have the base model right? So you’d need sync 3 conversion I think hellhorse sells ones

[@jrrogersstang4696]

@@Red5oh ok going to check it out

[@MattySlimz]

On 2020 up Ford models (Escape in my wife’s case) I just connected to the interfaces integrated modem via my phones mobile hotspot, it updated within 10 mins. Connecting to my home network wasn’t feasible, and when I could get signal it wouldn’t update. Just a heads up for folks. 👍🏼✌🏼

[@Red5oh]

That’s some great info! Thanks for sharing that with us. I’m glad yours updated fine and can experience the sync 3.4 on your ford vehicle!

[@nunziorose1749]

I don't have to I'm waiting for my 2021 6 speed manual mustang in may.😁

[@Red5oh]

Haha yes you’ll get it from the factory! I bet you can’t wait for the brand new car. Hope delivery goes smoothly

[@nunziorose1749]

@@Red5oh Thanks buddy. 🙏

[@Red5oh]

You’re welcome!

[@joellemay4469]

Ça ne fonctionne pas

[@Red5oh]

Wait what lol

[@AprilBarnes]

He says it didn't work

[@Italian81]

Super fucking inconvenient

[@Red5oh]

How so?

[@LynMaarouf]

Too much blither blather. Speak more clearly! And didn’t work for my car I will have to download to a USB

[@Red5oh]

Lol you salty

[@brentfields93]

Bruh I’m version 2.2 😂

[@Red5oh]

Oh wow! What year is your vehicle?

[@brentfields93]

@@Red5oh 2017 fusion lol

[@swanningabout]

@@brentfields93 What's a bruh?

[@AprilBarnes]

@@swanningabout He means bro as in brother

[@robertmcdonald6384]

It's better for you to stay firmly anchored in nonsense than to put out sails in the troubled seas of thought.
Your ship would sink within minutes with that rudderless mind of yours.

[@Red5oh]

Lol are you ok?

[@laurenhall1609]

I just waited an hour scanning for updates 🥲 still nothing. Ford website says there IS an update available 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@Red5oh]

What’s your car? Does the download initiate at all or just stick at scanning?

[@laurenhall1609]

@@Red5oh hey, it’s a 2018 c-max titanium. It just sticks at scanning, I’ve tried over wifi and via usb and no luck 🙁

[@Red5oh]

@@laurenhall1609 I would try usb and download the official update from ford website and stick the usb in. That’s how I updated mine at first as it seemed more reliable than wifi

[@laurenhall1609]

@@Red5oh I did this today and it recognised the usb but didn’t install the update. It’s so weird! Still on version 3.0 so I think the previous owner just didn’t bother. Booked in to a service centre next week but I’m hoping I can crack it before lol! Thank you for your help

[@Red5oh]

@@laurenhall1609 hopefully they don’t charge for an update as it’s supposed to be free but good luck! As a last resort you can try to follow my sync update video that utilizes cyan lab