4" Sync to Sync 3 in a 2015-2018 Ford Focus MK3.5

Hey there everyone, seeing as how the 2012-2014 video became such a hit, I decided to film a 2015+ Ford Focus install video for Sync 3!
Feel free to let me know if you have any questions in the comments -- although a more direct line to me is through my email since I don't use this account very often: [e-mail]
NaviUpgrade Sync 3 Upgrade Harness for Ford Focus 👉 naviupgrade.com/product/ford-...
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Common Questions:
Can I upgrade my 2012-2015 Ford Vehicle to Sync 3 if it's equipped with Sync 2 (My Ford Touch)?
-- Absolutely, I have a guide on the upgrade for a Ford Focus, more vehicles to come -- naviupgrade.com/guides/upgrad...
Do I need to pay for programming when upgrading with one of your Sync to Sync 3 conversion harnesses?
-- Absolutely not, programming files are included with the purchase of a harness. If you've bought a harness and haven't gotten a download link in your email -- shoot me an email and I'll make sure you get the link.
I'm shopping for a Sync 3 screen and APIM, how do I tell the difference between Sync 2 and Sync 3?
-- Fortunately for you I have a handy guide here: naviupgrade.com/guides/whats-...
Chapters:
0:00 Intro to Converting 4" Sync to Sync 3
0:27 Removing the Ford Focus 4" Display
1:03 Removing a Ford Focus Passenger Airbag Warning Light
2:32 Removing Ford Focus Shifter Surround & HVAC Panel
5:24 Removing Ford Focus 4" Display Trim Controls
6:00 Removing Ford Focus 4" Display & ACM
8:40 Intro to the Ford Focus 4" to 8" Sync 3 Conversion Harness
8:58 Hazard Switch Adapter Cable
9:40 Sync 3 Conversion Harness Rundown
10:45 Routing the Ford Focus 4" to 8" Conversion Harness
11:45 Plugging in the APIM Connector for the Conversion Harness
12:40 Routing the Adapter Harness into the Sync 3 Mount
12:55 Connecting the 4" Display Connector to the Conversion Harness
13:25 Connecting the Sync 3 APIM to the Conversion Harness
14:30 Routing the USB Hub Power & Data Cables
17:45 Removing Rear Center Console Cover
18:28 Removing the stock USB Hub
20:40 Installing USB Hub Cables
21:20 Reinstalling Rear Center Console Cover
21:38 Retaining the Front USB Port
22:00 Routing USB Hub Data Cable
22:50 Installing FAKRA GPS Antenna
24:20 Installing Ford Focus Sync 3 Screen Mount
27:39 Reinstalling a Sync 3 Premium Car ACM
30:31 Installing Sync 3 Trim Controls Panel
31:14 Routing Passenger Airbag Warning Light Connector
31:55 Testing USB Hub Connections & Apple CarPlay
33:20 Reinstalling Ford Focus Shifter Surround & HVAC Panel
39:09 Connecting to your car with FORScan
41:48 Programming an APIM with FORScan
43:20 Programming an ACM with FORScan
46:20 Programming Adjustments in FORScan
49:17 Updating Sync 3 to Sync 3 v3.4
52:16 Ford Focus Sync 3 Upgrade Outro

[@Lillithina]

Thank you so much for this! I have a 2015 Ford Focus. It’s beyond my ability, however my BF should be able to handle it with little issue thanks to this video. I’ve been searching for a long time to see if this was possible. I’m SO EXCITED!

[@NaviUpgrade]

Happy to hear we could help you out, Lonnie! I'm always available if you need any assistance or run into any snags with the install!

[@kevindavis4709]

One thing I love about older vehicles you can swap out as many radios as you want. Plus the emergency flashers are right where it belongs on the steering wheel.

[@PrettyLady7282]

OMG, that looks so sick! 😮 think of buying one for my wife car Focus 2018. liked & subbed!

[@Obscurenii]

Genial video, super bien explicado paso a paso. Un saludo desde Argentina.

[@stmp2757]

Quality video dude 👍

[@NaviUpgrade]

Thank you! Technically a re-up since KZbin wasn't letting me make changes to the description or tags on the original. Hopefully this one gets more views!

[@stanelder9995]

Brian is a quality seller and will do everything he can to make sure your project is a 100% success.

[@charless4680]

thank you this will be helpfully inthe near future

[@peterwilson1699]

Bro thanks for the video just what I want to upgrade my ST

[@NaviUpgrade]

Of course sir! Looking forward to helping you with your upgrade 💪

[@peterwilson1699]

@@NaviUpgrade dude I'm completely out of my league installing stuff like this. What is the cost of the system and how much to install

[@chriskanemeier]

Great video! I’ll admit this is definitely way beyond my scope of ability, if I wanted to do this mod what sort of shop would I need to take my ST to? Any car audio place?

[@Arsenal125001]

Where do you get the new trim for the 8" screen? Haven't been able to find anything on your website for it

[@johnstone5310]

www.4dtech.com/focus-15-18-4-to-8-touchscreen-conversion-w-sync-3/ but pricy

[@joearsenault4340]

I keep seeing that you are looking into doing this on a ford escape in Southern California. I have a 2017 escape with the 4.2 inch sync 1 and I'm in San Fernando Valley. Can we get together for the installation and filming? Of course.....what's my cost? and how much time is needed?

[@koriyuhboi436]

I’m getting my newly purchased 2016 Ford Focus ST soon. I don’t see a 2016 listed for an upgrade on the Navi website.

[@Elioat]

I would like to upgrade my 2017 Ford Focus ST from the 4 inch to sync 3. Would i just buy the 4 to 8 inch adapter and the sync 2 to sync 3 conversion kit for the focus ?

[@shill6449]

How things have changed. I used to upgrade car audio back in the 80's and 90's and it barely took a few min's to slide out the original, disconnect wiring and slide in the new head unit, and reconnect wiring - All using a cople of `u' shaped release keys! Cleary the motor industry has overlooked ease of access when designing the centre instrument console????

[@IamDaytrader]

Haha i just found my U shaped removal tools the other day sorting through bins. Good laugh.

[@Muxik4k]

The reason might be theft

[@NaviUpgrade]

Because this is an OEM upgrade. Ford didn't want people with base model vehicles to be able to do this so wiring and all sorts of programming things were changed to make it not plug and play. At the end of the day Ford makes more money by upselling customers and that's why this process is not done by Ford or any Ford Dealers...

[@shill6449]

@@Muxik4k Ha! Yes I would agree, only a car I owned in 1998, was broken into and i watched the guy running off into the distance with a box of my compilation cassette tapes....b*****d!!!!!!!!!!! Why couldn't he have taken my Sony head unit? it took me centuries to record all that material from cd and vinyl on to tape! Pah!

[@AimieNeish]

I have this same setup in my 2012 Ford Focus! But sync hasn’t been updated in years and when I go on the Ford sync website and put my vin for my car it says error?.

[@baharsalehi9599]

I am interested in doing on my SE 2018. What is the price for the kit?

[@tobanzi]

I wish you lived closer so I could pay you to do this to my car lol. That guy looks familiar too 🤔 prob seen him in some ST groups on fb

[@NaviUpgrade]

I have absolute faith you can do it yourself ;) And probably, he's in most of the same ones I'm in as well.

[@08sassy08]

Same here!

[@victorcharlie9548]

I am in the UK with a 2014 fiesta van. Will this system work for me? If so please can you post link to kit costs.

[@luigitag]

Hey! My question doesn’t have to do with the focus but more about my escape. I have a sync 1 in my car and been wanting to upgrade to sync 3? would that be possible? I can’t find any answers online.

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hey there Luigi! Totally possible, we even make a harness! We unfortunately haven't found a local vehicle to do the upgrade in to film a video 😔

[@fastdub0073]

Hi great video..where do I buy this sync 3 set-up forum (UK) and will it fit in 2017 ford custom? Cheers

[@IamDaytrader]

Debating what to do. Ive got to have navigation if i upgrade. Rear camera has to stay functional and preferably OEM fit. Thinking about buying an android system from Amazon but it would be nice to have something OEM. Ouch saw your kit prices so that tells me right away im going for a new android head unit and dash bezel included for $250. Had an android unit before and was very happy. At least i can crank up Netflix while I’m out and about. Definitely not a die hard OEM guy. Nice conversion though.

[@aniahslife3454]

Im having issues with my 2015 Ford Focus original radio making loud popping noises. Will this replacement fix that issue?

[@IamDaytrader]

Haha the reason everyone eventually upgrades. Sync 1 are junk.

[@Billbaseball1978]

does this keep the backup cam?

[@muscleman8270]

Where did you get the screen and all the other plastics?

[@usprideca]

Will this work on a 2014 escape? If so where can I buy this kit?

[@ericjohnstone910]

Hi what year is the sync 3 you fitted the focus to load sync 3.4 on to it as far has I’m aware you cannot do it to sync 3 lower than 2018/2019 thanks

[@NaviUpgrade]

This module was from 2017. Sync 3.4 can be loaded onto any Sync 3 system 🙂

[@andreixavier5286]

i am in need of help where i live nobody can install the new focus multimedia in my car, because mine is the 2014 model without multimedia and i would like to put the Titanium multimedia, this adapter that you have would be able to make this exchange? and which mermaid the price, I live in Brazil and here it is very difficult to install

[@fabiostanila6448]

Does it work on a 2011 cmax with Ford BVC (not sync 1/1.1 etc)

[@Angelrodri38]

Hi bro great video, do you have any idea if someone is doing this same job in Spain? I appreciate your answer.

[@NaviUpgrade]

Thanks! Unfortunately nobody that I know of 😩

[@xxbmx8xx]

I'm buying a 2015 Ford Focus SE with the 4" screen and no sirius, if I did get a sync 3 radio would I be able to install Sirius to go through it?

[@gentelmanwithstyle1]

Good job but I search for my vehicle for transit connect XLT. I didn't see it there listed in your website

[@Lionvigilante]

Question: I own a 2015 Ford Focus , would I be able to change out the radio and the cluster to a more recent compatible model ? If so what’s the most recent models I could change that to ? Ex : 2017 Ford Focus , 2018 Ford Focus

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hey Michael, 2016-2018 would be the latest model you can pull from for your vehicle so that you get everything Sync 3. Hope that answers your question 👀

[@Lionvigilante]

@@NaviUpgrade yes it does! I’ll be hunting for a 2018 cluster & radio system then 😎. Thank you for getting back to me so fast

[@Elderhet]

I've got Focus Mk3.5 bought in Europe (Poland to be exact). Would this work for my car too or is there any minor difference?

[@shineyboi]

You got the wooock from Poland 🇵🇱🎶🎶

[@ryanwilson3696]

What part number is that USB hub? The one im seeing from Ford that looks like that one in the video is HU5Z-19A387-A

[@ysljoshh8361]

I notice every time I look for something on my escape I see a bunch of focus videos matching my kind of dash setup, does anyone know if this piece of equipment could work on a 17 escape? I have no leads anywhere 😭

[@peterchaploutskiy2555]

hey thanks much for the video, great content! has anyone across sony pannel buttons not lighting up? it all wokrs and it should lights up so you can see it in the dark. thx

[@SirPwnographer]

Will this work on Focus SE 2015? And, do you ship internationally, good sir? Regards from Mexico.

[@SirPwnographer]

Ah, just reached the end of the video.

[@robertpilotrc]

Welcome. I have a problem after changing the display to 4 " SYNC 1.1, every time it tells me the call for help does not work ... I would like to disable this message. Where should I do it? In APIM or RCM. Block 1 APIM 7D0-01-01 111F 89C0 0355

[@andrewsgomes3640]

Hello, my 2016 Focus is the same as the one in the video and I would like to make this change, but I can't find the harness to make the change, is there a link to purchase it? and send it to another country

[@mattt6511]

Question I have a 2012 focus se but it doesn’t have sync it has the regular radio screen is there a way to add the new display like the ones you sell to that??

[@NaviUpgrade]

Yes!! We have a new harness that is an add-on to our current harness that taps into your OBD2 port to get the right signals to run this system on your non-Sync car! It also has a 3.5mm mono jack so you can add your own cheap microphone for voice control etc That will be put up on the site tomorrow when we get back in stock of the main conversion harness

[@rogercastellanos4054]

How can I tell if I have a nav or none nav module?

[@alisunga8652]

How to activate reverse camera?? i upgrade my sync 1 to sync 3 and do the forscan and enabled it but nothings happen reverse camera doesn’t work please help

[@rachaelmurphy9830]

Would this work for a Ford Escape 2016?

[@217nomiga]

I have this problem where if I stop my car and turn it back on 2 to 10 minutes later, the syncs system doesn't work. The radio won't work, the screen doesn't work, and neither does the USB charging. I could drive it for hours and it won't work until I stop and start the car again at least like 10 minutes into the drive. I've tried pressing the power and fast forward and nothing works. Any tips?

[@JuanSebastianTorresCardenas]

Do you guys sell everything to make this conversion?

[@DaRoosterSee]

I have a 2013 F-150 with Nav. + Back Cam. Will this work?

[@crawlzzz]

Would this upgrade work with Bluetooth Android Auto? If not, what type of unit should I look into for that? I have a 2015 Focus.

[@NaviUpgrade]

Use an AAWireless! amzn.to/3JEAP33 Other than crappy aftermarket android units (known to fail in just a few months) there isn't another option for Wireless Android Auto

[@Omarllioner]

I went to your website I don’t see any upgrades for the Ford focus ST

[@-mp4nv]

Can you get someone to do this for you? If so, how much would it cost

[@rodelharvey]

Will this work with 2016 Ford Focus SE. Canada?

[@Macade_Olson]

Hey so not sure if anyone can help me but, I did the sync 3 upgrade kit and ever sense I can't reactivate my car on the Lincoln way app, any one else have the same issue or know how to fix it?

[@klxcs2706]

Would this work on a 2016 ford focus s trim?

[@Elaaldako]

Can this be done to a Ford Escape 2018?

[@HeikesFootSlave]

Hello from Germany, I have the focus mk3 1.5 ecoboost and sadly sync2! You just change it and it works 😲 how? I thought the sync3 has to be updated /set to the FIN number of the car! If yes, how? If not, I would see how I get one (maybe cheap from a crashed car!

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hi there! Yep, it's as easy as grabbing the APIM/Display out of a wreck, then adding in the USB hub & GPS antenna! You'll just need to program your unit in your car with FORScan and you'll be back on the road in no time :)

[@RSV4_GOD]

What is forscan

[@subashtravelfood3776]

Good job mate which country you live in UK

[@NaviUpgrade]

We're located in sunny Los Angeles, CA 😎

[@alexiskominos1839]

is FOREscan something anyone can access on their laptop?

[@DB-zk3oq]

I have 7 seater 2019 grand c max zetec any idea 😭 if I could upgrade it

[@selfgod9deuce395]

Do u have to have to buy the harnesses to install the sync 3. And why?

[@NaviUpgrade]

I suppose you don't have to... But if you don't it won't power on 😜 But yeah, it's necessary for the upgrade. Lots of pin changes between 4" Sync and Sync 3

[@goldengears1]

Can we get this on a 17 escape?

[@Lowkey_RP]

For some reason after installation, my back up camera doesn't work. Any suggestions before I take it to ford since I'm bad with forscan lol

[@NaviUpgrade]

Gotta program or it's gonna be set to whatever the programming the donor vehicle had. Second digit of the first APIM line should be a 3 for the camera to be on (7D0-01-01 xXxx-xxxx-xxzz)

[@TheMarkOfRico]

Would this work on a 18’ SE?

[@DelgadoRecords]

Hi, is it possible to upgrade from base model tiny screen straight to android auto like in the 2017 model have?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hey there! Sync 3 supports android auto, so yes!!! Absolutely! 🙂

[@DelgadoRecords]

wtf hahaha, you answered at the end, thanks!

[@kianasalazar9268]

Where did you order the new facisa from ?

[@NaviUpgrade]

When Jackson found his kit on eBay it had it with it. I usually buy them from junkyards when pulling a full kit from a 2016+ 👍

[@nicknasta08]

Hello. I have "no gps" on my sync 3 2018 focus mk3.5. What do you think it has? It is software problem or hardware?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Upgraded unit or did it come stock with the car?

[@nandocor95]

I would drive to SoCal if you can install this for me.. been looking for this upgrade since buying the car.

[@NaviUpgrade]

Come through when we're back in stock 🙂

[@nandocor95]

@@NaviUpgrade Yes let me know when the restock happens.

[@zoom_shields]

How much did the whole thing cost?

[@leovazquez8505]

Can I pay for this to be done to my focus??

[@emmanuelratshalingwa4699]

How to get those harness sir?

[@MarkK01]

I updated the sync 3 to 3.4 in my 2016 Ford Escape. It went well but i need to get a new newer version USB hub but I can not find a part number that will work. Does anyone know if they have found the correct hub for a 2016 ford escape?

[@NaviUpgrade]

We sell OEM Ford Hubs on our site 🙂 naviupgrade.com/shop/hardware/sync-3-carplay-enabled-usb-hub/

[@kusai.konbaz]

It’s this kit still available?

[@texassherman7093]

How doable is this for a fusion?

[@ultimaterobbiebuild2505]

My cigarettes lighter plugs does not work after I use the wiring to upgrade to sync 3 ?? Did I possibly leave out anything that should be plugged in??

[@NaviUpgrade]

Forgot to replug it probably. Or something shorted it out. Check fuses.

[@ultimaterobbiebuild2505]

@@NaviUpgrade ok. But unless it gets the power from one of those radio wires then ok but did not unplug any other wires but I’ll double check it

[@devinquigley1169]

Could you aupgrade a 2014 ford focus into the original radio in this vehicle?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Yes but our harness doesn't support the Sync 2 hub. It'll boot Sync 2 just fine though.

[@trnity5730]

where i can buy the radio sony original?

[@reqatis813]

where are you based in the UK?

[@todoxnada66]

if i misspell but i am using translator hope someone can help me here I go ... buy a CM5T-19C107-JF radio to replace the CM5T-19C107-HB. all good but the aux output of my car does not work, it does not emit any sound. The question is can I program the auxiliary output with Fordscan so that it can play my files. I would be very grateful if someone can help me. Thank you all

[@zoom_shields]

How much did this cost to do?

[@Sparexxy]

I’m looking for the cable that connects the face plate I’m getting nowhere finding it

[@NaviUpgrade]

My site has the entire harness that you need for the upgrade along with the files. Thanks!

[@evanramicone1972]

can you please do this for a 2016 ford escape???

[@NaviUpgrade]

If I can find someone in SoCal that will let me film it 🥺

[@victorespinosa5757]

how or where can I get that last USB program to update from 3.0 to 3.4?

[@NaviUpgrade]

You can make it yourself. Check the other video on my channel!

[@alexcousins3607]

Can you still use the backup camera?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Yes, all OEM functions remain active.

[@jayvin_2169]

Quick question. I have a 2012 Ford Focus Se and it has no sync. Is it possible to do this? Or would it have to be a 2015 and newer?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hey there @Jayvin_21 -- currently it's not possible but I'm working on a solution for you soon! Hold out hope!

[@jayvin_2169]

@@NaviUpgrade thank you for the quick response. I have been wanting to upgrade it but since I haven’t found anyone confirming that it is possible I stopped trying. I wanted the stock one, like in the video instead of an aftermarket one like pioneer, song, JVC, etc.

[@NaviUpgrade]

@@jayvin_2169 totally understand. That's why we're working on it. It's a pretty complex harness so we want to make sure we make it as easy as possible.for everyone to upgrade their cars 👍 thanks for your comment and watching our video!

[@RacTys]

Yooo wats his laptop, that bit 🔥 🥴

[@makiahpenny2134]

Does this work for 2017 Ford Focus se 4 door sedan

[@NaviUpgrade]

Absolutely 😊

[@michaelcheezan1886]

Does all this work on a 2018 focus se?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Yessir!!!

[@bennyraymonde]

how much is the cost of this modification, I have 2017 focus ST

[@NaviUpgrade]

Depends on where you get the hardware, I've had folks tell me they've gotten full setups for as little as $100 from their local wreckers. Most spend between $500-700 on their upgrade

[@matheusparisi2856]

Great video, can you send this conversion harness to Brazil?

[@NaviUpgrade]

We absolutely can. We charge a flat rate for shipping internationally -- if the shipping charge is less than what you paid we refund the difference 🙂

[@matheusparisi2856]

Great, my Ford Focus is a 2016, it will work this cables in the sync 3? I have one sync 3 here from 2016, and the ID is HM5T-14G370-FDB

[@NaviUpgrade]

@@matheusparisi2856 if you could send me some photos to my email that would be great! Thank you!

[@NaviUpgrade]

@@matheusparisi2856 [e-mail]

[@HM-yp8pv]

I bought same kind of screen and radio what would you charge harness posted to uk my screen have 18 pins and they are in 3 rows 18 pins each

[@pauljohnson3453]

can you do this to a Toyota Prius 2016

[@namiahthompson-clarke4647]

what can you do if the screen stops functioning

[@Boosted_collectibles]

I want to do this in my 2017 focus st but don’t know what to get for entire conversion! Does anyone know all is needed for this and have links to it?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Everything you need is listed here! naviupgrade.com/all/guides/converting-a-base-ford-focus-to-have-sync-3/

[@Boosted_collectibles]

Sorry! I noticed that right after I posted this! Thanks man! I’ve got just the base 2017 st no leather or anything fancy.

[@Sampel4506]

A place where we can buy the full kit for a 2014 Focus?

[@NaviUpgrade]

If you are in the US I can put a kit together for you if a deposit is put down. Feel free to message us on NaviUpgrade.com/contact

[@Sampel4506]

I did sent you a message last week even on messenger but got no response since..

[@kennyk5150]

Why don't these have rcas for subs? Too expensive to be missing that.

[@NaviUpgrade]

Very easy to add RCAs for Subwoofers -- just takes some programming and wiring. You can do it yourself or we have a harness that does it for you 👀

[@miguelcastillo6708]

Can this be done on a ford escape 2018?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hi Miguel, it's possible, but not an easy task. Check out our guide here: naviupgrade.com/all/resources/converting-a-base-ford-escape-kuga-or-c-max-to-sync-3/

[@sandroalmeida5603]

hello, where to buy this conversion harness, my sync is 3 and I will install a focus Titanium 2016 central in my focus 2018? would you be able to help me? Thank you very much in advance!!!

[@NaviUpgrade]

Yep! Over at NaviUpgrade.com 🙂

[@sandroalmeida5603]

There's only one problem, I live in Brazil!!😊

[@sandroalmeida5603]

I don't know if I explained it right, my car is already sync 3 (focus se 2018) and the plant I'm going to buy is sync 2 of a focus Titanium 2016, that is, we would have to update the new plant, but that would only be possible remotely! it would be possible?

[@space6776]

How can I get someone to do this for me ?

[@supermans62287]

I have made my own harness. Am i able to buy the files from you ?

[@edgarchavez1666]

Yes, check on their website

[@ericjasa36LOVENBA]

How about Ford kuga mk2? I want to change my sync1

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hi there! We have a harness that supports the Kuga! Unfortunately I don't have a video to show this since we never got the Kuga in the US.

[@ericjasa36LOVENBA]

@@NaviUpgrade thx ！ I love diy too, maybe we can exchange know how , haha

[@c.s.8941]

Would this work on the fiesta?

[@NaviUpgrade]

Hi! Yes, we have a harness for the Fiesta! If you're near Los Angeles I'd be happy to install for free to film an upgrade video!

[@Memo0017_]

I'm in los Angeles. Would like to upgrade my 2012 fiesta se.

[@alfonzodavis1446]

I am prepared to buy the entire unit from your website with every bell and whistle but I have no idea who Is capable of doing the installation without damaging my car. I’d gladly pay someone to do the work as I have no clue on how to do it myself. 2015 ford escape s 2.5 (I’m doing custom modifications to)

[@xavierlite432]

Can you do it on mine ,?

[@noherczeg]

Jackson as a 17 year old really needed that ST version.