Ford F150 Sync 4 (2021 - 2024 models) | Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Navigation and more!

The Sync4 media screen inside of the Ford F150 was introduced back in 2021! It brings an enhanced voice assistant, smoother interface and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay. There's a slight change in the 2024 model, with the navigation system now only having the option for Connected Navigation that will require an after subscription after the trial period. In this video I go over everything about the screen from how to connect a phone to moving through different vehicle settings.
You'll learn a lot but if you've already bought the truck or are thinking about buying it.. this is a video that you have to watch!
Buy me a beer - carswithsteve.com/buy-me-a-beer
Support the channel 👉 kzbin.info...
Looking for more?
2023 Ford F150 XLT - • 2023 Ford F150 XLT... ...
F150 Lightning Review - • 2022 Ford F150 Lightni...
F150 Lightning Steering wheel and cluster - • Ford F150 Lightning St...
2022 F150 Max Payload, Towing and how to build a truck: • 2022 Ford F150 Configu...
Steering wheel and cluster - • 2022-2023 F150 XLT Ste...
Sync4 Media Screen - • Ford F150 Sync 4 (2021...
2022 F150 Lariat - • 2022 Ford F150 Lariat ...
F150 Limited - • Ford F150 Limited | Le...
F150 Tremor - • The 2023 Ford F150 Tre...
F150 XLT - • 2021 Ford F150 XLT 302...
F150 XL - • 2021 Ford F150 XL | Le...
F150 vs Ranger - • Head to Head - Compari...
Using Park Assist in the F150 - • Park Assist in the For...
F150 Stowable Loading Ramps - • Stowable Loading Ramps...
Thanks to Formula Ford for letting me use the F150 for this video. If you're in the market for an F150 you can connect with them at - carswithsteve.com/Formula-For...
Connect with me:
Instagram / realcarswithsteve
Facebook: / carswithsteve
*Camera/Video Gear Used As Of January 2024*
iPhone 14 Pro
360 Camera - Insta360 One X2 - carswithsteve.com/insta360
Lav Mic -amzn.to/39hgGjR
Main GoPro - amzn.to/3McCrjt
GoPro Suction Mount - amzn.to/3MjaF4P
Tripod - amzn.to/3lck2rb
DJI Osmo Mobile - amzn.to/3FMLFAI
Samsung S9+ - amzn.to/3NeIQuE
Timestamps:
00:00 - F150 Sync 4 Home Screen, Audio: FM, FM, SiriusXM and Presets
02:45 - Connecting an iPhone and setting up Apple CarPlay
07:10 - Connecting an Android and setting up Android Auto
11:10 - Using factory navigation in the F150
15:00 - Fav Button, Apps, Vehicle Settings, Remote Start, Lighting, Clock and Profiles
19:20 - Measurement Units (MPH, KMH), Display, Connectivity, Vehicle Name, Voice Assistant and Valet Mode
22:20 - Driver Assistance: Adaptive Cruise Control, Safety, Zone Lighting, Towing and Owner's Manual
*Some of the links above are affiliate links, meaning at no additional cost to you, I'll earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. You don't need to click but it does help me out!*
The content of this channel is for entertainment purposes only. You should confirm vehicle features, availability, payload and towing capacity, pricing and options with your local dealer. Steve, nor any of his employees, officers or representatives accept responsibility for any loss or damage, costs or liabilities whatsoever that may result from accessing or relying on information found in the video contents or comment section of this channel.
Music by Steve Grey
#Sync4 #fordf150

[@jimb0bWMI]

Nice! Very helpful and informative.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks Jim!

[@patrickmulready4873]

As always, Steve, your videos are very comprehensive. Thanks for your hard work. Regarding how you level the bass, mid-range and treble, I always understood you should format them like a parabola: high on the bass and treble, with mid-range lower by two periods. Of course, that comes from the days when add-on equalizers with little led lights on home stereos were all the rage. I may be hopelessly out of date.

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks so much Patrick! I've played around with the settings a bit but I'll try some more tests with the mid-range a bit lower to see how it sounds

[@josipdolic6391]

Just learned the “direct tune” Thanks Steve!

[@CarsWithSteve]

You're welcome Josip!

[@yamil.343]

Great vid Steve. Hope you do one for the new Chevy Blazer soon. I think you’re the best 😊

[@CarsWithSteve]

Thanks! Working on getting my hands on one, it's on the list though

[@thyman85]

How do you get rid of that window that show the news section? It drives me crazy! It's called "For You".

[@anthonyzamarron6476]

I have a 2021 xlt, and i have never been able to turn on my wireless app projection to get all these features. Any help?

[@CarsWithSteve]

Try deleting the phone and then re-adding it.. Remove the connection to the phone from the trucks bluetooth connections and remove the bluetooth connection from phone's bluetooth settings. The if you're on an iPhone go to Settings --> General --> CarPlay and delete your truck from there. Then reconnect your phone!

[@brianchiron]

Is that the same system that's in the 23 Bronco Raptor

[@CarsWithSteve]

Some slightly different features between them but it's pretty much identical

[@ovaismalik2940]

How do you change the theme? I really hate the blue edging in dark mode. Makes it look so tacky

[@CarsWithSteve]

You'd think there would be an option for different themes but it's either the day or night modes...

[@jimbobxcityguy5338]

My 2024 sync 4 doesn't have a lot of that. Must be cause it's an xlt without nav or sirius

[@CarsWithSteve]

Some of the features are trim level specific.. but you should have navigation in the XLT though. Connected navigation is standard, you just need to connect your phone though the FordPass app to activate it

[@jimbobxcityguy5338]

@@CarsWithSteve I have nav only when android auto is running. I am connected with ford pass. Sync connects to phone then android auto takes over.

[@comercialbpserviciosltdaco945]

Where do I get that update? $$$$$

[@CarsWithSteve]

What year F150 do you have right now?

[@comercialbpserviciosltdaco945]

@@CarsWithSteve 2022

[@javiercastillo6499]

I cant full screen on my 21 f150 any reason why

[@CarsWithSteve]

If it's updated to the latest version, you should be able to go full screen. What trim level do you have?

[@roccooneill]

same. says the system is up to date but i don't have the fullscreen option

[@comercialbpserviciosltdaco945]

Where do I get that update?

[@bobdunmeyer7149]

​@roccooneill if you have Android Auto...touch the directional arrows on the screen and it should change to full screen. Touch it again and it will go to smaller screen.

[@maxramirez8254]

Same

[@josipdolic6391]

Put google maps on 3D and 😍

[@CarsWithSteve]

It does look really good!

[@JohnR9965]

Turn that treble up….lol

[@CarsWithSteve]

Lol

[@bh6984]

Ford really misses the mark on small details that would make their vehicles feel modern and refined. That useless "info bar" frame surrounding the "full screen" Apple CarPlay is so tacky looking. If you ever driven another modern vehicle, the full screen CarPlay is truly full screen and it looks so sharp. Mixing Ford's 1990-era fonts and icons with Apple CarPlay design just doesn't translate as good design. Another modern detail that would be nice on the F150/F250 upper trim levels would be a digital rear view mirror.

[@CarsWithSteve]

If they don't get feedback from people they'd have no idea what people do and don't like. Full screen CarPlay does look good.. and the next gen screen solves that ;) I'm surprised more vehicles don't have the option for the digital rearview, I've always been a fan of that. Kia/Hyundai offer a blindspot view camera right in the cluster that looks great. So many things to try and build the perfectly loaded car

[@JordanJDJ]

NexGen as in 2024? I’m looking at getting a Lariat. Is there a difference between that and XLT/Trimmer as far as options?

[@steveb8843]

I don't like the new my truck 23 f150 xlt 5.0. My 2020 f150 xlt 5.0 is a better truck than the new f150 xlt don't like the sink 4 system at all

[@CarsWithSteve]

Is it just the media screen you aren't a fan of? What issues are you finding with it?

[@bobdunmeyer7149]

Android Auto is a piece of garbage. Worst feature in my truck. Ruined the whole enjoyment of a truck that when buying, I thought I would love....now it's a total regret. Especially when traveling...I will never buy another new vehicle with this system in it again. 😢 Ruined a totally good 4x4. By installing a junkie radio system. And navigation.

[@CarsWithSteve]

You know you don't have to use Android Auto right? And that it's not Fords fault but the UI of Android Auto itself... Pretty much every car has support for Android Auto so you're going to have to go used to find one that doesn't have it