2016 Ford Escape Sync 3 No Audio Fix !

I show you how to diagnose and fix an issue with a Ford escape with Sync 3 that has no audio.

[@brianmarco7410]

This instruction video was well done. I got the serial number from a ford dealership and went on ebay to get the unit. I suspect junk yards will also carry the unit. It took me about an hour to install , test , and finish. Cost me around 75 dollars. Much thanks for putting this excellent video together!

[@Slow_Six]

Thanks ! Glad I could help

[@korboghost100]

This instruction was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you for sharing! Korbo (in Kentucky)

[@Slasherr717]

Finally find the explanation for what I'm dealing with. Thanks another man! Good video!!! (Pennsylvania)

[@_and503]

Thanks for the tutorial! I've successfully replaced the ACM on my 2016 Ford Escape.

[@Slow_Six]

@@_and503 Awesome ! Glad I could help.

[@scottiehammett1433]

Hey thank you for this information this fixed my problem as well ! I did everything you did up to the point of ordering another ACM thank you !

[@dennismedina6190]

Gracias ☺️

[@samuela69]

Sent mine to automotive circuit solutions got it back in about a week and it works and comes with a lifetime warranty. Why replace it with the same defective unit? It seems like they are all failing from the little research I did.

[@Slow_Six]

Cost. This was $48 from a junkyard.

[@daryenmirabal2656]

If you don't mind me asking how much was it for them to repair it ??

[@matthewtucker8994]

They need to recall. So many of these are lemons.

[@Slow_Six]

The transmission gave up in this one at 137k. Probably 6 months after this video lol

[@broseidongaming2829]

I can't get those antenna wires off. Do you think it would be okay to just splice in the new one.

[@Slow_Six]

I used a pair of needle nose pliers to get them off. You probably could try to splice them but I can't guarantee it would still work lol

[@thebestyouimagine]

where did you buy the Audio Control Module? or how did you replace it? somebody fixed it?

[@Slow_Six]

Did you watch the video? Lol. Got a used one from the junkyard

[@danielstonehouse6261]

What did you check to make sure it is the right one? ​@@Slow_Six

[@Slow_Six]

@@danielstonehouse6261 pull the one out of your car. It has a part number on it

[@katinagulley8367]

is there a part number I would need

[@Slow_Six]

@@katinagulley8367 you need the part number off the back of the ACM. They're not all the same

[@tomterry6636]

Should I disconnect the battery while replacing?

[@Slow_Six]

@@tomterry6636 it's recommended when messing with electrical system yeah.

[@youtubeisaszhole]

What if i have all functions but no audio and it keeps blowing #19 fuse in the interior(sub/amp). Unplugged amp and still pops fuses instantly. Unrelated to ACM? Short in wire to amp possibly?

[@Slow_Six]

@@youtubeisaszhole yeah sounds unrelated to acm.

[@youtubeisaszhole]

@Slow_Six yeah it's super weird. I can't find any info on it. May be an issue with the media center under the pop up. Gonna tear into it today to figure it out. Don't see as many people with issues in the super duty either for some reason.

[@Slow_Six]

@@youtubeisaszhole could be a ground issue somewhere ?

[@tinasmith5504]

Do you know the part number? I have the same year with the same problem

[@Slow_Six]

You will need to match the part number on the one in your car, to a new (used) one. You will have to pull it out first to see what the serial # is on the one in the car

[@tinasmith5504]

Thank you!!!

[@algibason4389]

How long before that one fails? They are all failing

[@Slow_Six]

@@algibason4389 it worked for about 7 months. We sold this car (transmission died) but the radio was still working when we sold it.

[@rexixtencia1]

⁠​⁠@@Slow_Six what happened? Did the transmission just died? How many miles? My wife has the same car and same problem with the acm

[@wadecell]

thx for your video.. exactly my issue.. one question, was navigation and back up camera working before and after the swap out?

[@Slow_Six]

@@wadecell yes they both worked before and after.

[@DS-bk3mc]

Pull and replace fuse f67 in the passenger footwell fuse box (7.5 amps). That’s all it took for mine to start working again.

[@Slow_Six]

Tried that. Didn't work. It was the ACM.

[@Mike-hu3pp]

I also just tried that, then removing the negative battery connect for 20 min or so and reattaching (a bit of a pain on this vehicle), I'm now removing the acm to get the correct part number. This vehicle, while nice to drive with the 2.0 will be my last Ford.

[@brianmccormack9828]

@@Mike-hu3ppHi Mike…it’s not a “Ford” thing…all the auto makers are using numerous modules run by software…they all have their issues. Ford doesn’t build the electronics. On that note, Ford should consider other audio component suppliers. Nonetheless, the consumer is always the one to bear the burden of poor manufacturing and decision making.

[@alw9329]

Same issue with my wifes 2018 Edge. Found a few used ACM's on eBay for under $50.

[@ChefElaine-culinarycrossroads]

Ford has replaced ACM three times, radio still stuck in audio off mode. Why can’t they fix this??

[@Slow_Six]

Dunno. However, auto manufacturers aren't really in the business of trying to fix issues with 10 year old model year cars, lol

[@ChefElaine-culinarycrossroads]

@@Slow_Sixyou make a good point!

[@JohnDoe_Poland]

Had a similar issue. Removed wires from my battery, attached again and problem disappeared

[@Slow_Six]

Didn't work for me. Also tried pulling the radio fuse.

[@JohnDoe_Poland]

@@Slow_Six I guess it’s just ford being ford 🥲

[@Slow_Six]

@@JohnDoe_Poland replacing the ACM worked for us.

[@JohnDoe_Poland]

@@Slow_Six good you found the fix guys! 🤝🏼

[@joesmith5801]

I have a Similar issue, but I can switch inputs. Zero sound zero beep nothing

[@Slow_Six]

It's likely the same issue then