How do I change the Wi-Fi hotspot name and password in my Lincoln?

You can modify your vehicle's Wi-Fi® hotspot* name and password using your vehicle's SYNC®** or Digital Experience system.

Changing Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Password

Select Lincoln Digital Experience or your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to change your Wi-Fi hotspot name and password. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option.

Note: 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. Tap the Apps Drawer icon (six dots) on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Hotspot.
  3. Press Settings.
  4. Either:
    • Press Change Password and enter your new password.
    • Press Network Name and enter your new Wi-Fi hotspot name.
  5. Save your changes.

SYNC 4

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Connectivity.
  3. Press Connected Vehicle Features.
  4. Choose Edit.
  5. Select Change Password.
  6. Enter your new password.
  7. Tap Done.

SYNC 3

  1. Tap Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Wi-Fi & Hotspot.
  3. Press Settings.
  4. Choose Edit.
  5. Tap Change SSID Name.
  6. Enter your SSID Name. This is the name of your vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot. 
  7. Press Done. 
  8. Select Change Password.
  9. Create a password.
  10. Choose Done. 

Additional Information

How do I enable Wi-Fi in the vehicle?
How do I connect to the vehicle's hotspot?
What should I do if I am having issues with my Wi-Fi hotspot?
How do I find the password for my Lincoln's Wi-Fi hotspot?

*Wi‑Fi hotspot includes wireless data trial that begins upon Bell activation and expires at the end of 3 months or when 3 GB of data is used, whichever comes first, but cannot extend beyond the complimentary subscription period for remote features. To activate, go to www.bell.ca.

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

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