How do I change Vehicle Connectivity Settings with SYNC?

You can enable or disable Vehicle Connectivity through the settings menu of your SYNC®* system using the instructions in this article.

Notes: 

Turning Vehicle Connectivity Settings On and Off

Important: Your vehicle must be parked and running, and in an open location (e.g., free of overhead foliage, ceilings, etc.).

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to modify your SYNC connectivity settings. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.

Notes:

  • SYNC generations without a touchscreen do not have Connectivity Settings.
  • If your SYNC generation is not listed, it does not have Vehicle Connectivity.
  • Instructions may vary. See your Owner’s Manual for information specific to your vehicle.

Identifying Your Lincoln's SYNC Generation

Select a resource in the table below to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation.

ResourcesInstructions
The SYNC and Navigation Updates page

Either:

  • Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Check for update.
  • Log in with your Lincoln credentials, choose a vehicle from your garage, and select Check for updates.

Your SYNC generation will appear on the right side of the page.

The SYNC Visual Reference GuideSelect the link to view example images of SYNC generations that Lincoln has offered.

Lincoln Digital Experience

  1. Select Vehicle from your vehicle screen.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Scroll down and select Network & Internet.
  4. Toggle the Vehicle Connectivity slider to your preference (On or Off).
    • If the toggle is blue and to the right, vehicle connectivity is on.
    • If the toggle is white or gray and to the left, vehicle connectivity is off.

SYNC 4

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Connectivity.
  3. Choose Connectivity Vehicle Features.
  4. Toggle the Vehicle Connectivity slider to your preference (On or Off).

SYNC 3 With Touchscreen

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Lincoln Connect® Settings.
  3. Press Connectivity Settings.
  4. Toggle the sliders to your preference (On or Off).

Vehicle Connectivity Features

Connected features include, but are not limited to:

  • Weather
  • News
  • Traffic
  • Navigation
  • Points of interest

With connected features, you can also access:

  • Bluetooth® Prioritization: Add, delete, and prioritize your Bluetooth-enabled devices with Bluetooth Prioritization.
  • Wi-Fi® Network Management: Add and delete your list of Wi-Fi networks.

If you need further assistance, contact the Client Relationship Center at 1-800-387-9333 or select Chat Now on the Contact Us page of lincolncanada.com.

Additional Information

Is my vehicle equipped with a modem?
How do I add a vehicle to the Lincoln app?
Is my vehicle equipped with a Wi-Fi hotspot?
How do I activate the modem in my vehicle?

*Don't drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.

The Lincoln app, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates may apply.

The Bluetooth word mark is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.

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