NEW SYNC 3.0 Build 20204 Nav Android Auto/Apple Carplay

I just got a new iPhone so I was going to order the new USB port HU5Z-19A387-A from one of the vendors listed on the first page for the 2016 GT CS. When I got to the website, I did a check to see if the part fits my vehicle but the website said it did not. I also tried a 2017 and it said the same thing. Are we sure the HU5Z-19A387-A is the right USB port? I want the single port that goes in the arm rest console.

jefffrot said:

I just got a new iPhone so I was going to order the new USB port HU5Z-19A387-A from one of the vendors listed on the first page for the 2016 GT CS. When I got to the website, I did a check to see if the part fits my vehicle but the website said it did not. I also tried a 2017 and it said the same thing. Are we sure the HU5Z-19A387-A is the right USB port? I want the single port that goes in the arm rest console.

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on first page theres a tutorial video on how to install the hub? there he shows the box of the hub with the same part number at 1:01 mark

I had the same issue. I went to a local dealer and asked for the correct part. They sold me the HU5Z-19A387-A.

The issue is that it is an optional part. My original USB port was defective so I asked if they would warranty with the updated part. They said it is not an updated part # but an optional part. They would warranty with a replacement original. I don't have an iPhone but I installed it anyway to keep it whole and up to date. I installed it myself and it fixed my previous problems where the phone connected and then immediately disconnected. So it at least works with the car but someone else can confirm the Apple car play part.

Ok, I just got my car play USB port and I'm getting ready to update the hardware and software but I have some questions. I went on the Ford owner site and downloaded the Sync update. I followed the instructions on the website and moved the 3 files to my USB drive. I don't have Nav but I seem to remember that the pre release version needed to be done in multiple steps. Is that not the case anymore with the official release? Anything else that I need to know/do before starting the update?

Also, some of the information I found online mentioned that this update could be done automatically via Wifi. Is that not recommended? I know that it would only download when I'm close to my Wifi router but does the car need to be on to receive the updates or does it also download when the car is off? Just curious on whether I should enable the automatic updates.

Is it possible to downgrade? Sync 3 3.0 is a heaping pile of shit for me. Keeps bugging me about joining wireless network and radio is always defaulted to off while starting car.

Downloads for 3.0 in OP are also no good.

jefffrot said:

Ok, I just got my car play USB port and I'm getting ready to update the hardware and software but I have some questions. I went on the Ford owner site and downloaded the Sync update. I followed the instructions on the website and moved the 3 files to my USB drive. I don't have Nav but I seem to remember that the pre release version needed to be done in multiple steps. Is that not the case anymore with the official release? Anything else that I need to know/do before starting the update?

Also, some of the information I found online mentioned that this update could be done automatically via Wifi. Is that not recommended? I know that it would only download when I'm close to my Wifi router but does the car need to be on to receive the updates or does it also download when the car is off? Just curious on whether I should enable the automatic updates.

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if auto updates are turned on the update will run with the veh off as long as wifi is turned on and connected when you shut off.

DarkestHour said:

Is it possible to downgrade? Sync 3 3.0 is a heaping pile of shit for me. Keeps bugging me about joining wireless network and radio is always defaulted to off while starting car.

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Agreed. My AA is super buggy and cuts in and out of connection and I don't really see anything worth keeping it for on a non-NAV

I noticed mine disconnects when my reverse camera is on. Then it reconnects once I am out of reverse.

Thanks for the info. I think I will just stick with the official 2.2 version.

rum_punch_ruby said:

Agreed. My AA is super buggy and cuts in and out of connection and I don't really see anything worth keeping it for on a non-NAV

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sounds like you need to try a different cable.........

jefffrot said:

Also, some of the information I found online mentioned that this update could be done automatically via Wifi. Is that not recommended?

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You can let it OTA, but I personally prefer to use the USB updater.

HISSMAN said:

I noticed mine disconnects when my reverse camera is on. Then it reconnects once I am out of reverse.

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I have a brand new 2017 Fusion SE with SYNC3 that does this as well.

Mine defaults to stereo off too. I use it with carplay 99% of the time so its not much of an issue right now.

Update complete!

jefffrot said:

Thanks for the info. I think I will just stick with the official 2.2 version.

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I updated to the official 2.2 update for my non nav system and everything went off without a hitch. Downloaded the files from my Ford owner account. Copied the files to my 32 gig USB drive. Started the car and inserted the USB and the display said updating system software. Took about 15 mins and it said installation complete and then automatically rebooted. After that it said updating system software again. About 10 minutes later, it came up and said the installation was complete and I could remove the USB. Turned off my car for a while and when I started it back up I checked and it said I was running V2.2. Replaced my arm rest USB port with the new CarPlay port and when I plugged my iPhone in it asked if I wanted to use CarPlay and then it started to work. Actually the only real problem I ran into was trying to report back my update to Ford on my Ford owner account. When I tried, it said it was unable to do it and I should try again later. Other the that, everything went as planned.

jefffrot said:

Ok, I just got my car play USB port and I'm getting ready to update the hardware and software but I have some questions. I went on the Ford owner site and downloaded the Sync update. I followed the instructions on the website and moved the 3 files to my USB drive. I don't have Nav but I seem to remember that the pre release version needed to be done in multiple steps. Is that not the case anymore with the official release? Anything else that I need to know/do before starting the update?

Also, some of the information I found online mentioned that this update could be done automatically via Wifi. Is that not recommended? I know that it would only download when I'm close to my Wifi router but does the car need to be on to receive the updates or does it also download when the car is off? Just curious on whether I should enable the automatic updates.

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Ive not been keping up with the thread, BUT: Isn’t the firmware we are using a Lincoln firmware package? If so, yeah, I would think the ford sync account may have a problem accepting that.