NEW SYNC 3.0 Build 20204 Nav Android Auto/Apple Carplay

[OEMRadio]

Yes.. they will.. the only people that need the USB are iPhone users.. or those that want to use carplay

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[Agent_S550]

The question is: Will Ford release the update without the USB hub installed, or will it have to be a package deal. Not sure I want to spend any money, I just want the firmware. I don't have apple, never will.

Updates can be had through sync my ride for free. If you're looking for a software only update then it can be downloaded from there and loaded via a usb drive yourself.

 

[TexasRebel]

$200?

How much will they reimburse you to buy the old one back?:rant:

 

[5.ohhhh]

Yesterday I found out how to enter APIM diagnosis mode, which allows to change theme for sync 3: on the "about" screen pushing CD eject and forward seek buttons for 10 seconds prompts this screen.

I was able to change to the Shelby GT350 theme. They have a color theme too and a couple Lincoln themes. Unfortunately it reverts back to stock when you turn off the car, don't know if there is a way to save it.

 

[TexasRebel]

you have to reprogram the as-built data to make the vehicle think it was built as a GT350

 

[Dirtyblueshirt]

I was able to change to the Shelby GT350 theme. They have a color theme too and a couple Lincoln themes. Unfortunately it reverts back to stock when you turn off the car, don't know if there is a way to save it.

you have to reprogram the as-built data to make the vehicle think it was built as a GT350

If the "color theme" is what I think it is (see video below) it's permanently programmable in FORScan. When I get my car back I'll mess around with the values to see if I can get the other themes to permanently display.

(Ignore the "Ambient Lighting" setting shown in the video. It does not work for us)

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[lemers]

Yes.. they will.. the only people that need the USB are iPhone users.. or those that want to use carplay

[MENTION=20927]OEMRadio[/MENTION]Why is a USB wire $200. And why does the iPhone need this? (What is different about it? Does it plug into a different port on the head unit?

 

[dev1360]

Are we able to turn on Nav with any of this? IIRC I had read that the hardware for nav is already in place because it is used for other things, but it's purely software holding us back. I sent [MENTION=20927]OEMRadio[/MENTION] an email but haven't heard back.

 

[lemers]

Are we able to turn on Nav with any of this? IIRC I had read that the hardware for nav is already in place because it is used for other things, but it's purely software holding us back. I sent [MENTION=20927]OEMRadio[/MENTION] an email but haven't heard back.

Even if the hardware is there. The maps are probably not there.

 

[Dirtyblueshirt]

Are we able to turn on Nav with any of this? IIRC I had read that the hardware for nav is already in place because it is used for other things, but it's purely software holding us back. I sent [MENTION=20927]OEMRadio[/MENTION] an email but haven't heard back.

Even if the hardware is there. The maps are probably not there.

This was covered in the DIY section. Sync3 maps require a license code on the system.

 

[lemers]

Cool video showing the difference between Apple car play and Andriod Auto

 

[OEMRadio]

[MENTION=20927]OEMRadio[/MENTION]Why is a USB wire $200. And why does the iPhone need this? (What is different about it? Does it plug into a different port on the head unit?

It isn't the wire.. its the port in the armrest..

I have no idea why they cost that much.. I pay more for these than I did the units with the SD Card reader for the MFT

 

[OEMRadio]

This was covered in the DIY section. Sync3 maps require a license code on the system.

Its not a license.. its a different unit.. the maps are not on there and there is no way to add them.. the board inside is different between nav and non nav cars

 

[jasonstang]

It isn't the wire.. its the port in the armrest..

I have no idea why they cost that much.. I pay more for these than I did the units with the SD Card reader for the MFT

Automotive stuff have different certifications and they cost tons of money.
I work in this area and we test automotive radios. A dust test certification is $5k.

 

[Agent_S550]

Automotive stuff have different certifications and they cost tons of money.
I work in this area and we test automotive radios. A dust test certification is $5k.

Take this, then make a big bold ink stamp across it and say + APPLE markup, and wa-la. You have 200 dollars.

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