How To Fix Your Lagging Sync 3 For Free!

Today I will show you how to update your sync 3.0. This makes your sync look like the new version. If your sync 3 system is slow and even non responsive please try this before you replace your APIM module.
Here is a link to the Cyan labs website.
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Here is a link to Colts Way video
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[@EverydayMan]

Please understand that at 7 minutes and 40 seconds if you have a vehicle built before 2020 you should click no.

[@abe26g1]

I went from 3.4 build 22110 tried to do the downgrade to 3.4 build 21265 like in your video but for some reason it downgraded to sync 3.3 build 19052? But why? I followed your directions?? The apim was manufactured 12/17/2019 so i clicked no because u had said if its a 2020 and above you cant do the reformat . Did i do something wrong? Plz help!!! Plz

[@restoringchurchofthelivinggod]

The screen is still blank and has not reboot untill I restart the engine.

[@EverydayMan]

@@abe26g1 I am not sure.

[@Sagelyful]

Bought a 2018 F-150 XLT two weeks ago and was immediately losing my mind over the “lagging” radio!! Found this video and followed instructions…BOOM!! Works flawlessly!! Thanks for the help! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@tsyamaha4]

Absolutely AMAZING!!! Worked flawlessly in my 17 Explorer Sport. I'll admit, I was nervous. But SOOOOO glad I did this. Now it's lightning fast. Nav is spot on. I'm no longer driving around in corn fields or in a lake. Looks more modern. It was free. Like, how can something this great be free, right? An absolute win win no matter how you slice it. Now I'm glad I didn't put my fist through that lagging screen. Came close a few times. Thank you for uploading.

[@kimspeck9850]

I have a 2017 explorer did you use the same build as shown on this video to install? I do not want to damage my sync 3 more than it is. Lagging.

[@rolandplay]

My says, please remove usb for more than a hour. What should I do ? Disconnect or not ?

[@buzinga935]

This worked for my 2019 f250 and now I got the new layout and love it. As long as your half way competent with a computer and can answer basic info about your vehicle you shouldn’t have any issues. Thanks for the video

[@EverydayMan]

Glad it worked for you!

[@jesdavetravel8592]

Just did this in my 2017 Ford Taurus Limited. It had the Sync 3.0. Updated to Sync 3.4. Much better. The old Sync would take forever to load and would never connect to my phone. Now it is so fast and responsive. Love it!

[@jeffcooper5194]

2019 F-250. Touch screen lagged, would drop bluetooth calls, screen would not react to touch at times. Dealer said they would diagnose for $150, common problem, but it was probably the apim module and repair would be around $1,000. Found this video, followed exactly as it said, and problem solved exactly as Everyday Man said! Thank you

[@shockman2112]

My sync 3 on my 2018 f150 was in bad shape lagging big time. I downloaded and installed this fix and it works perfectly. Unbelievable!!!! I was getting ready to buy the apmi module for 500 and go through the hassle of taking my system apart. Wow, you saved my so much time and money. Bless you my new friend!

[@EverydayMan]

I'm glad I could help. And it's still working like the day I installed it!

[@gdoug1529]

You (and CyanLabs) saved me from having to buy a new APIM module! We have a 2016 Escape that was on Sync 3 version 1.0 was constantly lagging/freezing that made it unusable. Your video and link to update from CyanLabs revived this unit so it is usable again. Thanks!

[@lestergriffis986]

Great Video! Just as a FYI to all that have and will preform this upgrade as I did earlier this year in my 2019 F350 I recently found out that once you’ve updated the APIM any map updates or SYNC that become available in you MY FORD account will not recognize your SYNC/APIM and any SYNC and map up days will now have to come from CYAN LABS . Which is no BIG DEAL this is strictly an FYI comment as I have found this out when FORD just recently released their newest map update.

[@EverydayMan]

Good info, Thanks!!

[@daletrigg9230]

I dont comment on KZbin videos very often, but this saved my Mondeo. Was fuming at how it was lagging and this has solved the issue and made it better. Thank you so much.

[@EverydayMan]

Glad it helped!!

[@jetsam12]

This saved me $1000, thanks everyday man, any channel that saves me $1000 is awesome

[@EverydayMan]

Glad I could help. Mine is still working flawlessly!

[@zeroisonline]

@@EverydayMan missed your chance to give him your paypal for a donation dude.... LOL

[@EverydayMan]

@@zeroisonline lol

[@andrewmoxey3399]

Thank you, thank you, thank you.I thought I was in for over £1,200 here in the UK till I found your video. Worked perfectly first time, took about 52 minutes with map update. Problem solved, touch screen is quick to respond, navigation works, not driving in the fields instead of on the road, no lag. Perfect. 😁😁😁

[@andrewmoxey3399]

Just to add, 2017 Ranger Wildtrack 3.2. Carplay even works now, never did before.

[@curtgroscurth1486]

WOW! You just saved me $475 for a aftermarket APIM! I followed your great instructions, it worked exactly the way you said! You are my hero! I have 2018 f150 king ranch, works like a new 2020!

[@EverydayMan]

Glad I was able to help!!

[@kineticenergy1085]

The KZbin algorithm takes me here probably because I made a video of the same damn problem😂😎🤦🏽‍♂️ I did the APIM software update; tested the APIM by going through some of the diagnostic tests and once GPS functions crapped out, everything has been working flawlessly the past 1+ years since I made the video. It’s definitely a GPS problem that I’ll get the update for when I get around to it👍🏽

[@badcobraracing]

Hey thanks man, this worked awesome! Just picked up a 2018 F-150 and the radio was super laggy and unresponsive, I thought I was going to have a major expense on it already. This update totally solved the issue. My Fordpass remote start still works perfectly also. Cheers!

[@EverydayMan]

Glad it helped!!

[@K5KTM]

Used this method in my 2019 F150 after being told by the morons at Ford that I needed a new APIM. Worked perfectly. Thanks.

[@COLTSWAY]

You would think Ford would send out usb drives in the mail to update.....NOT. Apprecite the shoutout brother! love the channel name as well!

[@EverydayMan]

You would think.. Thanks!

[@zax50]

The instructions worked like a champ for the Sync 3 in my 2019 Ford F150 XLT. It's only been one day but so far so good💪💪💪

[@elprofesor3643]

Thanks! Worked perfectly.Your video gets a little confusing at the end but I figured it out.

[@cutandrunfarms]

Worked just like you said. Much Appreciated. Installed on my 2017 F450 with Navigation.

[@SeattleMan78]

I bought a used 2018 Explorer XLT from a dealer last week. Unfortunately, my test drive wasn't log enough to see the MAJOR lag and GPS issues the SYNC 3 system was having. The system was so laggy, I couldn't do an official system update via WiFi or USB. The Ford USB update will only have the "Updating System Software" message at the top of the screen with no progress indicator. I gave it 2.5 hours before giving up (engine has to be running the entire time...). Cyan's update worked perfectly! Within a minute or two, it was already going through the APIM reformatting and update, giving progress updates the entire time. It did give a message to remove the USB and turn the engine off then on at the beginning of the update. Ignore this and let it do its thing. Took about 45 minutes. Seems to run perfect now. Thank you!

[@rolandplay]

My says, please remove usb for more than a hour. What should I do ? Disconnect or not ?

[@mswartzdc]

I have a 2017 Ford Expedition that started encountering similar issues that everyone else seems to have. The Sync 3 system would not come on until a few mins after the vehicle was started, would take some time to be responsive etc. It really feels like the software on the APIM becomes laggy like an old windows laptop :). I'm sure the memory is fragmented, the file structures are full etc. I used the latest update from cyan labs as described here. This does a complete reformat of the APIM and it now works as good or perhaps better than it ever did. I saw the video from @Kinetic Energy 1085.... I honestly do not think it's directly related to the GPS, rather I think the system becomes so bogged down that it tries to load the map system and either struggles heavily (like mine was doing) or it simply can't. When the GPS failed, it no longer tries to the load the maps so it works better.... a complete reformat should fix that...which is different that the usual Ford APIM software update, it's a complete rebuild of the software and its subsystems.

[@tonyastrickland]

I’m doing this update now but when I plugged in the USB it said “cyanlabs detected” then said something else but never asked me to remove it and I can’t tell if it’s doing anything else bc the radio is playing like normal. Is this what it’s suppose to do?

[@Pbrashear11]

Awesome video! Worked like a charm. Been about a week now and it works flawlessly! Thank you so much!!!

[@EverydayMan]

Mine is still going strong after this!

[@DanDelaney708]

Man you saved me a shit ton of money. Thanks brother. By the way I saw that you were in Des Allemands. I’m right here in Metairie.

[@EverydayMan]

Glad I could help!! Small 🌎

[@Brixio-world]

Thanks a lot my monitor touch screen reacts faster now ! 👍

[@lewisdavies5746]

I was about to buy a new apim module costing hundreds because of lag. A massive thanks 🙏 worked in the UK 🇬🇧 👏

[@EverydayMan]

Glad I could help!

[@troygilliam5740]

WORKED LIKE CLOCKWORK ON MY 2016 PLATINUM! THANK YOU

[@EverydayMan]

Glad I could help!

[@loganshepard738]

Did you lose your ambient lighting colors???

[@Orionsjipse]

Great instructions! Thanks I have a 2017 F150 lariat that has a lagging sync 3

[@cletustheman]

How’s yours working out now that you’ve updated it? I’ve got the same year/trim and am curious if I should do this after all my recent troubles with the system.

[@user-vv9fs2fo8v]

Thank you so much for the video! I was able to update my son’s 2018 F150.

[@Feintgames]

I have a '22 Bronco Sport with Sync3 and it's slow AF, but only sometimes. I think it's a heat issue, i.e. the more you use it, the slower it gets or if it's a hot day, it's slow. It locks up occasionally which is very annoying on a brand new car. My Sony head unit from 5 years ago is better.

[@EverydayMan]

Yeah, I'm not impressed with it. I did just take a 6500 mile tour with the truck and it performed flawlessly though.

[@SSJB-CAN]

SHOT OUT TO COLTS WAY!!!!!! GREAT HOW TO VIDEOS. : "TIME FOR ANOTHER LATTE I DO KNOW THAT!!!!!!" 😂😂😂😂

[@alethacowles]

When I plugged mine in the 1st time, it rebooted and continued to reboot. I plugged it back into my computer and there is nothing to "ok" on the drive.

[@drewmbowen2583]

Thank you!!! Saved me from buying a new APIM for my 2018 King Ranch. I was dealing with what I thought was a failing APIM for 6 months, but this fixed the issue. Question. Why did you plug the thumb drive back into your computer after you uploaded the update to your truck? I also have navigation, but I didn’t see the need for it once my trucks Sync was updated. Thanks again!!

[@EverydayMan]

I'm glad I saved you some money. All I did was follow the instructions. What it said is what I did.

[@AngryAmerican308]

Thanks for this video fixed my 2018 f 250 lariat

[@snehashrestha3997]

Great, I have Ford Escape 2017 & it worked for me. Thank you so much.

[@EverydayMan]

No problem!

[@rolandplay]

My says, please remove usb for more than a hour. What should I do ? Disconnect or not ?

[@jaklinalqesbols7121]

Your have big right steelers ship, I bring my car for update and they charge me $170 for 2 hours and they didn't did anything anything ethernet the wiars they didn't fix it properly 😔

[@scottsweeney1555]

😀Looks like a good fix. So far so good. 2018 F150 XLT

[@TakedownXD]

Bruh!!! You're the man; saved me hundreds on my new to me purchase. Nav and touch screen were completely useless one week after buying a used Fusion. Works like brand new; super fast and the Nav is spot on. Thank you!!

[@EverydayMan]

So glad I could help!

[@alanvail4692]

Awesome so far. Thanks

[@Neil2000fc]

wow, this worked for my 2016 Mustang GT P, thought i had to replace hardware and this saved my $1k. my radio was running slow and climate controls. i have been driving for over a week now and hot weather. no lags so far. install took me 21mins w/maps updates.

[@OKFisherman]

You just saved me 1400 bucks. Thank you.

[@philthypony]

This definitely will come in handy as I've been trying to figure out how to get latest ver of sync my current version is 3.3 I want to get 3.4. I did download the 3.4 from cyanlabs page onto thumb drive, however I just ordered 3 32gb usb drives as I'm going to jailbreak my sync 3 so I'll have to do some more research on updating to 3.4 whether I need to do it prior or after and how etc but definitely will see as I would love it to be as quick as your truck was. Lol

[@EverydayMan]

It's definitely nice!

[@philthypony]

So I was able to jailbreak my sync 3.4 now I'm just trying to get some wallpapers in correct size to try, definitely looking forward to using custom backgrounds.

[@philthypony]

I'm now trying to figure out how to get my new apim module to speak to my modem so I can use the fordpass app again. Lol

[@collinraiman6468]

@@philthypony following this is the only reason I haven't upgraded yet

[@NobleTruth786]

I need to do this to my 2017 raptor it’s so bad I feel like touching my radio

[@urbanicaj7815]

Is it still working two years later?? Just curious because I’m so sick of how mine is running. Its starting to piss me off

[@EverydayMan]

Works fine still. Never slowed down again.

[@freddye7442]

explorer 2021 has done it , I did not update the maps, feel free to use the functions that say to keep the maps, I don't use the navigation ford maps and you will know why.. they should have google maps built in if they already have wifi data built in so ... lol.. ok it does fix the laggy systems yes, it does not fix the Bluetooth lag between audio and video, thay issue still persist,

[@jds3535b]

I don't have any of these issues you speak of with my sync 3 and the newer format looks like they just didn't care.

[@stephenhopewell3666]

i am updating a 2017 ranger it 2.2 will upgrading it to 3.4 work

[@lesleydeklerk6360]

Thx for your help👍🏻

[@joshuaswartz3532]

I have a 2018 f150. Should I technically click no for the install portion?

[@EverydayMan]

Read and follow the directions on the screen.

[@randylester1219]

Great content, Thanks for sharing. Should save people with this system mucho Denaro that are wanting to upgrade without shelling out a bunch of money to a like you said a Stealership. Again, thanks again. 👍💯

[@EverydayMan]

Hope it helps!

[@waynescott4984]

I can 100% say that @7:40 you pressed yes and then yes again to format drive then copy files. Your next screen said to go put drive in vehicle, come back and put drive into computer. That only happens to verify 2020 or newer to computer. If you had clicked NO at the 2020 screen then yes to the format and copy screen your next screen (after all files including maps) is the download files complete. You CANNOT CYOA on this one everyday boy

[@EverydayMan]

Your right Wayne, I miss read it. Thanks for watching.

[@tonyastrickland]

Wayne, are you saying that if it’s a 2019 then press no, then yes, correct?

[@brucedk2181]

Thanks for posting this! It worked for me, but now every time I start the truck, it still thinks the usb is plugged in and I get an error that I have to cancel every time. Has anyone less experienced this?

[@epicfunnyvidyoz7918]

hello, can anyone plz help me with my 2017 Ford fusion se, its about the cd player its on and everything working but the screen keep on flashing on and off can someone help me with this problem thank you..

[@angelgranados2941]

I just downloaded the software, i haven't inserted the usb to the truck because it didn't give me the same message as yours i have nav but it told me everything was ready and loaded to the usb. Any thoughts?

[@brianlutschg4191]

So this update will not work on my 2020 f350?

[@EverydayMan]

If it has sync 3

[@rolandplay]

HI, i dont see at the end the "notice" in the windows when is finished to download to the usb, only show: DOWNLOAD COMPLETE Al files downloaded and verified successfully. do I have to click ok and put the usb in the car ?

[@Luca-oo5os]

Anyone know if this will work on a UK spec 2018 fiesta?

[@EverydayMan]

If it has sync 3

[@user-ix5nm3fu4x]

What do you do if your touch screen doesn’t work?

[@joecarrillo981]

Hi. Did the update add the climate controls or did you already have that option prior? Thanks

[@EverydayMan]

I already had that.

[@billbuckman2643]

I tried this update today and am now stuck on the "insert usb" screen with the mustang logo in the backround. Tried a different usb, master reset, and even just loading up the Ford provided update with no success. Radio is currently bricked in this update mode. Any suggestions?

[@kirkcramer6288]

Any luck on this? I have the same problem.

[@atif22093]

Thanks. Would this work for other Fords? example Mustang with same lagging screen issues

[@EverydayMan]

Yes if it's sync 3

[@3bdulmalik_7iblany]

Thank you so much!! If you don't have navigation and I put yes I do. Will it add navigation to my screen?

[@EverydayMan]

I don't think so.

[@sgt.crazycajun3662]

Will this work on a 2016 ford F150, been having the same problem for some time

[@EverydayMan]

If it has sync 3, then yes.

[@kimspeck9850]

I have a question about the term logo. What is that referring to? It says radio logo? After doing this install my screen is very bland or generic. Although the download did fix all of my other issues. So thank you for that.

[@kevinfoutch1]

Will this fix the Voice Recognition not ready problem with sync 3

[@lorenbaughman9256]

HELP!! I just tried this and it’s not working for me. I have a 2018 expedition man. Downloaded onto a usb fine but I go put it in my car and it keeps saying “installation failed. Error code: SIGN_ERR01 Download files again and retry to install. Note code and contact phone number” What am I doing wrong? I’m so frustrated with my Sync.

[@sainikhil7720]

Im having the same problem, what did u do afterwards

[@Louipuffs]

I’m having this issue with my 16 fiesta st where it says it’s up to sync 3 V3 but the dealership says it’s still on version 1. I’ve tried everything and nothing has worked. Any tips?

[@EverydayMan]

Did you do the update?

[@mstonyawillis]

I've got a question......does my truck need to be running during the upload? So, if it takes at least 45 min to upload, my truck needs to be running/started?

[@EverydayMan]

I ran mine

[@mstonyawillis]

Wow, thank you for the quick response! I'm going to try this next weekend. Thank you so much!

[@michaelschuerman2847]

Hey I just came across this video and downloaded everything to my USB drive! Currently I’m not home so I can’t plug it into my truck yet, but what I’m wondering is, when you plugged the usb in the first time and let the truck do its thing, why did you go back to the computer a second time? Does this download/update need to be done in 2 separate parts? I was mostly just wondering if I didn’t go back to the desktop after the download is complete, will that mess anything up as far as the sync system update?

[@EverydayMan]

I just followed the instructions and did what it said.

[@michaelschuerman2847]

Honestly have no idea what that means. I’ll just plug it in when I get home and see what happens! Thank you

[@EverydayMan]

@@michaelschuerman2847 I fixed my reply, sorry.

[@bassamgp]

Will this work with 2017 Mustang GT?

[@cliffordlheureux5388]

Sorry I ment Scync 3 software 2.0

[@kimspeck9850]

If I installed this 20165 version can I upgrade that version as well?

[@jessiesmith2289]

Is this different than the update you can do on the Ford website?

[@lookin4space]

All of the versions I see are non nav apim

[@stefonnaquin]

Would this fix the issue with Android Auto not displaying on the car module?

[@EverydayMan]

I don't have any experience with that issue.

[@kimspeck9850]

If you clicked yes to 2020 or newer and it's not will that affect anything negatively?

[@EverydayMan]

I think it doesn't let you proceed.

[@TimmyLoewen]

Hey, can you put the link in here for the other video you said to watch

[@EverydayMan]

I have one.

[@jaklinalqesbols7121]

Ok, thank you so much for the video it was so helpful, but I need some help, voice commands doesn't work, seek doesn't work, Climate control doesn't work and clock it's showing, by Forscan, how can I do it?

[@EverydayMan]

I didn't have any issues so I'm not sure how to help.

[@geraldfitz1985]

Watch out for the scamware , malware, Tried to download and got nothing but a slowed down computer computer and I cannot even uninstall it, would recommend installing it on a separate hard drive if you can get around the crap

[@bbanuelos91]

So this works whit the sync 3 of the f150 too right?

[@EverydayMan]

Yes

[@leticiamartinez4169]

The dealer is wants me to pay $1600 to replace the APIM

[@restoringchurchofthelivinggod]

Will this work on a 2017 Ranger from the the UK, EU version?

[@EverydayMan]

If it has sync 3 it should.

[@georgejarrett686]

Did you lose the ambient lighting feature?

[@EverydayMan]

I didn't have that

[@pointblank8210]

Tried it with the newest version only problem I’m having is my nav doesn’t seem to load is there a way to re do the whole process

[@EverydayMan]

I'm sure you can just start over.

[@pointblank8210]

@@EverydayMan thanks for the quick reply I guess it just took it a bit but it’s working now thank you

[@dylanfalterman6982]

@@pointblank8210I’m having the same issue. Everything is working perfect as it should other than my NAV. It just says loading map and won’t let me select the actual NAV button. How long did it take for it to start working for you??

[@FCardenas90]

How long does the initial download take? 45min to download to the flash drive or 45 min to download to the truck

[@EverydayMan]

Both

[@FCardenas90]

Thank you so much for this video you saved me big time! We just got a 19 Expedition and o was bummed out the Sync3 was lagging and now it’s running great!!!! Thank you so much

[@cliffordlheureux5388]

Will it work for 3.0 sync with a2.0 Build

[@cureoutdoors]

This Shit worked like magic

[@EverydayMan]

Sure does!

[@valentincabada1518]

Mine is lagging slow the dealer told me it was the module 2018 f150

[@EverydayMan]

I'm sure that's what they want to sell you.

[@megacolinmiller]

What size usb would you recommend?

[@EverydayMan]

36 at least

[@BeeJay87]

why did you answered ''yes'' if your car is 2019 ?

[@EverydayMan]

I'm not sure what u mean.

[@BeeJay87]

@@EverydayMan you press yes when the program ask if your truck is manufactured in 2020 , you should press NO because your truck is 2019

[@BeeJay87]

@@EverydayMan 7:21

[@BeeJay87]

@@EverydayMan i downloaded 3.4. 22110 and F11 yesterday, 8 Hours ger the download

[@EverydayMan]

@@BeeJay87 it asked if it was made before 2020.

[@jonahfuehring178]

Will this work on Lincoln sync 3?

[@EverydayMan]

Yes

[@TheFishwhackers9424]

Did you do this on your Lincoln? Just got an ‘18 navigator and need to do something to fix the lag.

[@bradcrouch7575]

How big of a flash drive do I need if o have Navi?

[@EverydayMan]

36 is what I used

[@centwire777]

Is it best to to this with a windows computer instead of a Mac ?

[@EverydayMan]

Never had a mac...

[@danmckimsr]

Does it work on 2016 sync3 v1.0?

[@EverydayMan]

It works on any sync 3.

[@tonyicon5752]

DOES IT ALLOW WIRELESS CARPLY /ANDRIOD LIKE NEWER F150

[@EverydayMan]

No

[@Ballistik1]

You can activate carplay using forscan if you dont already have it. You also need proper usb hub to plug into.

[@andrewrichards7727]

Will this work on a deleted truck?

[@EverydayMan]

It should. Deleting it doesn't mess with the infotainment system.

[@3bdulmalik_7iblany]

Will it fix Bluetooth audio delay

[@EverydayMan]

No, it still lags.

[@3bdulmalik_7iblany]

@@EverydayMan is there anyway to fix it?

[@bradcrouch7575]

Did your screen take a few minutes to start up when you started your truck before the upgrade?

[@EverydayMan]

Yes, it was painfully slow.

[@T-man007]

🤣🤣🤣stealership....thats a good one

[@mojo4376]

Hard to take you seriously with that earring. Sorry, just sayin…..

[@EverydayMan]

You don't have to be sorry. To each their own. Life would be boring if we all had the same taste. But that truck is serious and the sync works great still. Thanks for watching!