Sync 4 in the Ford Mustang (2024 model)

[@rhondaevans5435]

Thank you Steve, for the plethora of great info!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome!

[@weskirkland5850]

I love that you have both types of phone. Top Tier homie!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! Have to show some love to Android and iPhone users

[@josipdolic6391]

Good job Steve!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thank you!

[@gavinfoster9118]

Thanks Steve Is it recommended to put a trickle charger on your 2024 mustang if you dont drive it regularly?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah, it's generally a good idea to have a trickle charger. I have friends that park theirs for the winter and keep it on all winter, without issue

[@stephenbrink1079]

Great video. Thank you! I can't wait for my car to arrive!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! What build did you go for in your Mustang?

[@skbgiantsmisha]

@@CarsWithSteve5.0 performance pack 401a, magnaride, active exhaust carbon grey with blue Brembos

[@CarsWithSteve]

Great build! I was in a GT with the performance pack last week in carbonized grey and it looks really good this year

[@gorgik]

Nice video! As I see, the interaction looks a little bit slow and jerky... is the response ok or they put slow pc inside? :/ or it is only with apple carplay?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! It's mostly just the frame rate that I shoot in - 24 fps vs 30 or 60 fps which would make it seem way more smooth. I've started shooting 30 fps now and it's a huge difference!

[@melvintowo654]

Great video Steve! Question: Is wireless Apple carplay / Android auto supported on non premium vehicles? Is there a mobile app that connects to the car to add more functionality? remote start?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Melvin! Yes, you'd be able to use wireless across the board for any Mustang with Sync4. The mobile apps compatible with Sync 4 are pretty limited. It's better to go through Android Auto or CarPlay and maximize the apps you use there. There's the available FordPass app that gives you some functionality - working on that video now

[@E85_STI]

I just got my premium GT because I like the screens touching but of course the other features. I’m still learning the screens and where the settings are. I love the wireless CarPlay and I also have a 23 Hyundai palisade and you have to hook up the usb for it but either way. Mine came with the 401A so I don’t need fords navigation as I have CarPlay but that’s what I like that every mustang came with CarPlay. For the updates in the car does it use its own internet or need to be hooked up to a hotspot or something?

[@CarsWithSteve]

The 401a is packed! Did you go with Active Valve or the GT Performance Pack with yours? You can rely on data for it but it's easier for updates to not happen.. Best to connect to wifi to guarantee a connection while the update is downloading

[@E85_STI]

@@CarsWithSteve I have the premium, 401A, active, performance pack, nite pony, magnaride and full PPF and ceramic coated. It even has the option for all weather floor mats so it came fully loaded.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Damn.. that's a solid build! Think any aftermarket parts will end up finding their way in there as well?

[@Jospapizunov]

Great video! Question: does this have HDMI port like F-150

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! No HDMI support.. the screen doesn't have a factory option for video playback at this point

[@Jospapizunov]

@@CarsWithSteve thank you!

[@dougwatson6406]

Great video. Can you explain how you add or delete a preset can't seem to find any info on that.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! There's surprisingly no way to delete presets once their set.. you can only overwrite them. I do cover off in this video how to add a preset but once you're on a station you want to save, then press and hold one of the available slots to save it

[@dougwatson6406]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks

[@amiller2121]

Please tell me it remembers your setting when you turn off the assist features.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah, it'll remember the settings you've customized!

[@BeratKayraAkgundogdu]

Great video. I have a question. Apple Carplay seems a little bit laggy and slow. But Android Auto works pretty smooth. Is it a temporary thing or is it always laggy like that?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thank you! I've noticed that on a few different cars I've reviewed too.. I'd recommend reaching out to Ford corporate and let them know so that it's on their radar as something that needs to be addressed

[@AnthonyRivera-s2w]

I have the active valve/ 401a performance pack. Is the extra button on the fob for the active valve exhaust exclusive to the convertible? Mine is the coupe

[@CarsWithSteve]

I definitely misspoke.. there isn't an extra button, it's a button press! Check this video out kzbin.info/www/bejne/fnq1hqCDf7x1i8U

[@gavinfoster9118]

Steve Does the 2024 Mustang have a GPS whereby if it's stolen Police can identify where it is?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Setup FordPass on your phone and you can locate your vehicle anywhere! There isn't a disabling system like GM's Onstar though

[@clarencemccall9514]

I noticed under the profiles that you have the option to turn auto start/stop on or off. Does this feature still exist and does it disable start/stop on engine start?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Start/stop should still be there but it'll revert back to on again when the car is turned off

[@kristineb222]

OMG, even my car breadcrumbs me!

[@CarsWithSteve]

HAHA, it follows you everywhere

[@MuteSpider63393]

Is the wireless charge pad an upgrade? (*I own the base model ecoboost*)

[@CarsWithSteve]

It's in the EcoBoost Premium 200a/201a, GT Premium 400a/401a and Dark Horse only.. base models don't have it unfortunately

[@disneyfun1]

Under Sirius, where you can make a new profile, i made one for myself and saved presets, made one for my wife, save presets, all it did was overwrite the ones i had saved for me. i saved them under each of us, didnt seem to change when i picked who was driving. Have you tried making at least 2 profiles in sirius and have it work? would love a video if you can figure that out. ended up deleting hers and just going back to one profile with my presets. I have a 400A car, so cant save seating memory unfortunately, but sirius should be on its own since i do have that option.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Hmm it should remember that setting in a profile. I'll look at putting together a video on user profiles specifically and cover everything!

[@pommesmaster6173]

hello steve, why does your ford mustang dont have active valve exhaust ?

[@CarsWithSteve]

This one isn't mine! It was the first one the dealer I'm partnered with got and I wanted to get a video shot ASAP. I always recommend active valve exhaust for Mustang owners!

[@weskirkland5850]

How fast will the wireless charge pad charge a phone? what version charging is it?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Good question! Typically the wireless charge pad in Ford vehicles is 5w. No published media info saying otherwise on the new Mustang

[@maxgottfried]

Does voice command (from the steering wheel) only connect with my phone? It responds that it needs to connect with Siri. Can I ask it directly to tune to a saved radio station? Can I ask it for directions which were already saved on the maps? The car is already linked via Bluetooth and CarPlay to my iPhone. Ford is asking me to subscribe for $10.00 a month for some sort of voice connection. This is a little perplexing. Thanks for any response.

[@CarsWithSteve]

I haven't heard of any sort of monthly fee for the voice functions to work 🤔, send a screenshot on Instagram or Facebook of the message if you're able to! Check out this video on the steering wheel and cluster: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXe0Y2qIj5eZr6M The voice command prompt will let you use either the standard voice assistant or Siri/Google Assistant/Bixby. Here are some scenarios: Phone not connected: The voice command prompt will let you change radio stations, adjust climate, navigate (with factory navigation only). You can use commands like "tune to 94.9, navigate to 1 Yonge Street etc" Phone connected over bluetooth: A short button press of the voice command prompt will connect you to the vehicle's voice assistant and let you do all the functions as if your phone wasn't connected. A long button press of the voice command prompt will connect to Siri or Bixby for you to use the assistant on your phone Phone connected over Apple CarPlay or Android Auto: Works the same as above but for Android Auto it will use the Google Assistant instead of Bixby You can jump between presets by pressing the left/right arrows on the right pad of the steering wheel. If your phone is connected and the features aren't working properly you can try to delete the phone from the vehicle and vehicle connections on the phone (through bluetooth and CarPlay/Android auto) and then re-connect

[@maxgottfried]

Thanks for the info. I sent via Facebook the mail received from Ford about continued service for Alexa (?)and voice commands. How is this different than voice commands in general? I don't need Alexa if the car itself is performing what I want it to.@@CarsWithSteve

[@CarsWithSteve]

The Alexa system is separate from the normal voice assistant. I've never used the Alexa system on any Ford vehicle but it offers audio streaming, news and a few other things. You don't need to have a Ford/Alexa subscription to just use the regular voice assistant

[@AlejandroEspitia98]

So the active valeve exhasut adds a button to the keyfob? I havent seen or heard about this.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nah I definitely meant button press there. Missed the correction in the edit

[@AlejandroEspitia98]

Ahhh okay, I assume you mean to remote rev the car then. Fantastic video tho!!! Absolutely loved this video, I don't think anyone else goes so in depth!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Haha yeah that's exactly it! Have you picked one up or looking at it as your next ride?

[@AlejandroEspitia98]

​@CarsWithSteve I placed an order for one! My delaer had about 3 in stock but I really wanted one to my specific customizations and unfortunately I will be waiting arround 4 months or more for it to arrive, atleast thats what I was told.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Just in time for winter 😂 ah well. What build did you end up choosing?

[@weskirkland5850]

How many USB C and A ports does the car have?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Just 2, right above the shifter and wireless charger

[@mrmady6165]

I'm not able to control and see my spotify list on the panel on my ecoboost 2024 ,bluetooth audo option shows in black n white even though my phoneis connected with audio playing. Any leads?

[@CarsWithSteve]

You'd need to be connected over Android Auto or Apple CarPlay for the spotify list to show up.. otherwise it's just audio streaming

[@mrmady6165]

@CarsWithSteve Yes I connected with Android Auto but can't use spotify i dont see it anywhere in app list, also i tried changing audio source

[@CarsWithSteve]

Few things you could try... Go to Settings --> Manage Apps. Click on Spotify and look for Autostart, there should be an option to "Allow the app to be started by other apps" If that doesn't work, I have a video showing how to enable developer mode and allowing unknown sources. It's for Waze specifically but it should also give Spotify as an option once it's set up kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWOzfqean8pmo5I

[@mrmady6165]

@@CarsWithSteve thanks alot sir 🙏

[@CarsWithSteve]

you're welcome!

[@Firog6004]

I've been getting a lot of static when making calls on my android phone. I've tried erasing my phone and installing it back on, uninstalling android auto but it hasn't fixed the issue. Everything works fine except when making or receiving calls.

[@CarsWithSteve]

What android phone are you using? Have you tried using a USB cable to see if it gives you the same issue? Sounds like you've already done the few things I'd recommend so the next step would be to reach out to Ford Canada or USA and let them know of the issue you're running into

[@Firog6004]

@@CarsWithSteve I haven't tried a USB cable yet. It's a Motorola g stylus.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Just hopped on a few forums but it looks like the Motorola G has some known issues with call and bluetooth issues. It might just be the phone..

[@Firog6004]

@@CarsWithSteve I think it is coz I tried a different phone with no issues at all. I might just have to get a different phone.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Yeah it may be the phone unfortunately. How are you liking the Mustang otherwise?

[@ericajohnson7535]

great!

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks!

[@clove8763]

Why would anyone want to lock their front brakes? #Thanksforthishelpfulvideo

[@CarsWithSteve]

Burnouts 😝

[@clove8763]

@@CarsWithSteve If you don't mind, could you give more explanation please? #ThanksInAdvance

[@CarsWithSteve]

For sure. When you turn on line lock it will lock the front bakes but keep your rear ones unused, so when you hammer the gas pedal you get some nice rear end swaying and burnout. Without line lock you'd need to rev the engine and pop the clutch to get the wheels spinning and then press the brake pedal just enough to lock up the front wheels while the rear wheels are free to start burning out. Way easier for beginners to use line lock instead

[@clove8763]

@@CarsWithSteve Thank you very much for this thorough explanation, greatly appreciate it #JustBoughtAnEcoboost

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome, enjoy the new ride!

[@rgl9649]

They could have configured the dash with the screen looks like they just threw a flat screen on the dash and said where done with the same seats and cheap interior with only 480hp sad

[@CarsWithSteve]

HAHA I think a bit more thought went into it than that but it probably would have looked sharper with a traditional rounded cluster similar to last years 201a Ecoboost and 401a GT. And.. only 480 hp is sad lol?

[@rgl9649]

@@CarsWithSteve why not 500 for 5.0 and 600 for dark horse Ford has been hovering in the 400hp range for 13yrs for the 5.0 crazy

[@CarsWithSteve]

It goes up to 486hp with active valve but a cold air intake would push it to 500 and a stage 1 ECU tune would boost it to over 510+ once they're available. The Dark Horse puts it at 500hp and really the only way to get 600hp+ out of this 5.0L would be to add on a supercharger but that puts you into GT500 performance with closer to 700hp

[@rgl9649]

@@CarsWithSteve cool man love your vids

[@benjaminralston7046]

@@CarsWithSteve Thanks for mentioning the 2023 401a GT. I rented a Mustang GT convertible last year and loved the rounded cluster with full digital display. I really really really don't like this giant flat panel but I couldn't figure out what model I had rented to find that cluster again.

[@charlesspidell1447]

MY WINDOWS COME UP WITH REMOTE

[@CarsWithSteve]

Really? Must be a new feature add.. unless you were playing with Forscan

[@hom296]

A little too much tech!!

[@CarsWithSteve]

So much tech! But really ... just connecting a phone and using nav is all you'd really need to worry about. Or look for a previous gen S550

[@josipdolic6391]

Mustang needs only V8 and everything else should be optional

[@CarsWithSteve]

Nice and simple! The V8 is excellent and it's great seeing how Ford was able to improve it this year

[@weskirkland5850]

You want a GT Base Model

[@Sharky2901]

Yes you’re right but everything else is great ! That’s my opinion 😊

[@UR_AL_SHOOK_UP]

Exactly