Sync 1.0 2010-12 Ford Fusion Update to sync 4.6

[@macse7en]

DUDE! I DIDNT EVEN KNOW YOU COULD UPDATE THE DAMN THING. HAVING TO GO THROUGH THE MENU TO GET TO BLUETOOTH AND NOT KNOW WHAT TRACK WAS PLAYING IS MY BIGGEST GRIPE ABOUT THE SYNC SYSTEM. Sorry for the caps I'm just really hyped now and I'm definitely doing this in the morning.

[@Russwc3]

It’s fantastic, it helps so so much

[@amazingemrys2939]

Everything can be upgraded man it’s software where there a will there a way

[@espendahm8552]

Dude I’m 15 1/2 and I got the car from my great aunt and she never used the damn sync thank you I thought it was broken thank you so much.

[@Russwc3]

For sure !

[@fouryearproductions]

I just did this on a 2011 Ford Focus and I have to say that you just saved me $100 on a new head unit. I will say that on the Ford Sync website it took a few tries entering the VIN number for them to recognize that I had it. I even called the 1-800 number and while the person on the other end was nice I may as well asked my nine year old how to update the system. Great video getting to the facts and steps and not doing all this filler BS.

[@thekingtk16]

Can you send me the link to the update, I also have a 2011 fusion sel and the site says there is no update for me.

[@fouryearproductions]

@@thekingtk16 on the general sync site it kept reading that my girlfriends car didn't have sync when it did. I had to log into the ford site with my profile for it to work.

[@Russwc3]

When it shows no update, after you submit the first time, wait 48 hours and the update will appear

[@lyndontaman4944]

Hey man, so glad I found this randomly. I've been hating trading my 2012 Focus Titanium in for this 2012 Fusion SEL for the sole purpose of having to press the 'voice' button on the steering wheel 2 times in rapid succession and then saying Bluetooth audio only to have it work %50 percent of the time. This is pure awesomeness and quite surprising to have an update on a car that's 9 years old. Especially SYNC V1.

[@Russwc3]

Yes, it is life changing on the day to day for this car honestly 😂😂

[@DavidWoodward]

I wish it had worked on mine. I still have that frustrating bluetooth/line-in issue even after the update completed (verified under system info - same version ID reported in the file name). I have the Fusion with the NAV system though. So, maybe that's why it's different for mine.

[@andrewsmith9980]

do you have to say Bluetooth audio at all after the update. basically if you turn the car off and turn it back on will it stay on Bluetooth audio

[@orlandogotay9853]

I just came across this. Is it worth the while? I log in to my Ford page and it directs me to the dealer. No download option!

[@dstnd2bgrt]

@@orlandogotay9853 same!

[@dcollea]

1 Million thanks !!!!!!!!!!!! So nice having the songs displayed AND bluetooth auto connecting.. Saved me from buying a new radio

[@Russwc3]

Yes for sure, such a big improvement

[@TransitAndTeslas]

This is cool. Sending texts from this car, makes it feel a lot more modern. The envelope means you got texts while you’re driving! Very cool.

[@Russwc3]

I agree 100000% so much better

[@brodyman30]

Can i do this even if the website says i need to go to the delaership ?

[@anothey93]

Worked great on my sisters fusion, thanks!!

[@Schniebel89]

The girl in my radio just says she didn't find a file on the USB that is compatible or something like that. Does anyone have the software saved somewhere? I can't download it form the Ford website anymore it just says I should go to a dealer, but the price he wants is a total rip-off for that simple process. Edit: mine is a 2014 Mustang

[@romadonezero]

If it says "file not found" or something like that change format to FAT32 ... Remember, FAT32 is limited on USB drive size. If your windows conputer wont allow FAT32 format option you need to partition the drive or getca drive smaller than 32gb. I used a 4gb with FAT32 on a 2011 Ford Flex

[@RetroGamerBB]

​@@romadonezero or download fat32 format tool used in gaming. I need the files

[@SLACKER542]

Anyone have the file I can download? It’s no longer on fords website

[@grampasmurf4761]

I am also looking to find the Sync 1 v. 4.6 download . My "friendly " dealership wants $200 to do the job and the tech said that it will most likely render my radio useless !

[@xFINITYXRAGEX]

Thank God for reddit unfortunately ford dealership removed the flash drive link so looking onto reddit they have it saved and ready for use 🎉

[@emmanuelburnett]

This !

[@emmanuelburnett]

How do I find it?

[@jdel2315]

2012 Escape...My Bluetooth sync was working fine with my Samsung.S20fe Phone But just recently having bluetooth connection issues and will not work at all😢

[@camisjamin]

I waited the 24 hours like another comment said to do, if anyone has the correct files for a 2012 Ford Fusion SEL I'd appreciate it. I found some on Reddit that didn't seem to work.

[@joechristl1444]

Good info. The ford website for mine (2012 Fiesta) says that we should format as exFat, but mine was not being detected, until i did it as Fat32.

[@Russwc3]

Yeah , I can’t believe fords own website is wrong😂😂😂

[@shawnredus774]

Fuckin CLUTCH advice my guy. Exactly the same thing on my 2012 flex

[@joshuabadgley2383]

thanks a ton man, i see you in the facebook groups all the time. also my foot well light control is in exact same spot 🔥 great minds think alike

[@Russwc3]

Thank you so much man!

[@Russwc3]

Thanks man! And it’s so handy lol

[@super-tramp]

Didn't work for my 20111 fusion when I type the VIN it says there are no updates available.

[@williamtackett3814]

I have just tried this but the website does not allow for a USB download now. Only an option for find a dealer. What do I do now.

[@2timegarza583]

Not sure if you still need it

[@sebastianbird5986]

Mine is saying my sync doesn’t have any available updates for it, mine is a 2010 fusion sport. I really want this update but can’t get it!

[@uglyroofanddiscgolf]

same

[@sebastianbird5986]

Update: months later it has become available to me.

[@thekingtk16]

Can you post the update link mine still won't show up abd I have a newer fusion

[@ajns746]

I have a 2012 Fusion SEL - when I enter my VIN it says I'm on Sync 4.1 and that an update is available, but the only option to update is to go to the dealer. I bought this as my second car or "beater" car. I had one back in 2012 and always updated using USB.... Is there a link anyone knows of to download the needed files?

[@kylescott5915]

I can send you the files if you still need them.

[@luissalazar9791]

@@kylescott5915 Can you send it to me?

[@eddymorales9703]

You still have them

[@kaptaan_sahab_]

do you still have the files? i am not able to download it. @@kylescott5915

[@francosacchi2494]

@@kylescott5915

[@LizzieRox7]

When I search my vin, it tells me that I can go to the dealership for the upgrade and there's no download available.

[@rphntw1n]

You can also just push the media button on your steering wheel and just say “Bluetooth audio” and it’ll go to Bluetooth.

[@tobeforgottenisworsethande8995]

Night Lovell, nice. I know your ways

[@hugomartinez6954]

Pls upload the files to the cloud so we can download them, the only option for me (and many of us) is taking it to a dealership. Thank you so much.

[@raypratt8298]

Same here

[@cyb3rblitzx530]

I'm with you man T_T

[@freddconr492]

Same :(

[@kylescott5915]

Do you still need the update files?

[@2timegarza583]

Just updated mine

[@BrisinBk]

I tried checking the same for my Ford Fusion 2012 SEL, It shows that update is available but i have to go to the showroom to have it updated, is it the same for anyone else?

[@arleentisdale2309]

my issue also $135 for them to do it

[@rainelivingston9350]

Mine is stuck on installing application is there any way to fix this

[@tyleridle1356]

Our 2010 focus says update completed on the display after about 8 minutes but doesn’t reboot to apply the update, do you have any idea what’s going wrong?

[@granthendrix1118]

No longer works, says you have to go to a dealer to have it performed.

[@LPerez]

I tried this update a while back and it stopped the auto default for Bluetooth... wish I hadn't updated now...

[@FlyingPotato69]

I tried doing this with my 2010 fusion with some files from Reddit since the Ford site no longer has them available and I cant seem to get it to work. It will tell me file not found each time, and going to the dealer is out of the question because they want $150. Do you still have the files?

[@fouryearproductions]

Update 10/13/22 Ford as taken away the option for a USB download and forces customers to go to the dealership. First they allow dealerships to do outrageous markups and now this crap.

[@korbinbaird]

I have formatted my USB to FAT32 and inserted the files as you show however my 2011 Ford Escape is not recognizing the files. Any idea what I should do next?

[@DreDaGOAT2]

For me it’s says go to a dealer is it still available and if not do you have the link I could use

[@Marioadiel]

I've got a question, is it possible to install a touch display with Sync system integrated? Is there any video you recommend about it? I've got a fusion 2012

[@Versility]

just installed an alpine ilx 407 head unit in my 2010 ford fusion today. looks very clean, very responsive and quick. has bluetooth and apple car play and music still sounds very very good. it was an expensive unit around like 500 i wanna say but definitely worth it

[@bradarmstrong5737]

So I downloaded the file(I have a Mac so it looks different) but I umzipped the files and copied them to a usb and it continues to say file not found, any ideas?

[@theglowe45]

Same

[@laggytryhard9652]

did you format the usb drive to exFAT? if not do that maybe then it will work

[@BrendaGarcia-rh5pn]

Hello there can u share the file i cant get it anymore says i have to take it to the dealership but sucks i have to pay $180

[@BigThomTattoos]

OMG, I have hated Sync forever! Doing this ASAP!🙏🙏🙏

[@Russwc3]

It’s a game changer!

[@WITHIN_ICARUS]

Does anyone know if this works on a 2009 Ford Flex (without Navigation)

[@adamhancock8453]

What do I do if it says that my vin is valid, but doesn't have any available updates

[@Russwc3]

I’ve found that when this happens, wait about a hour or 2 and try again, and it tends to fix it for some reason

[@brandonphillips8683]

You do still have these files by chance?

[@Russwc3]

I do not! I wish I did!

[@macse7en]

Ok I looked my VIN number on the website you provided and it said it's a correct vin number, but it doesn't think my car is compatible. I have the exact same car as you but mines an SEL where I think yours is an SE. It has the same radio and all, no touch screen. Thoughts?

[@Russwc3]

Every car is compatible it sounds insane I know but everyone that’s had this issue pulled the site back up in like a day or 2 and the update magically appears!

[@brysonrodden5112]

I'm doing this in the morning on my 2012 F150 now😂 I want it to auto connect to BT audio and I want to know the song. 6:51 I usually hit the button on the steering wheel and say Bluetooth audio

[@hilfiger.__hendrix._2181]

Can I go with sync 2 on my 2010 not sure which radio I can install

[@sweetsam131]

Are you playing music thats downloaded to your phone, or using a streaming service? Ill be doing this update after work, but right now I have issues playing spotify or any audio other than calls over bluetooth.

[@antonypalma1063]

Good afternoon, so i got this problem on my ford fusion 2011 that every time i wanna play music I massage shows on the little screen saying that the Bluetooth media disconnected, it’s been already two weeks of not playing music, can you help me please

[@ryanhammond6123]

Not good with this kind of stuff is there a way to get a newer system in my 2012 ford fusion with the usb "like updated look, newer features and a better map"

[@zachbrown7543]

Mine says File Not Found when I plug it in. Any ideas?

[@fijimelon]

Could you please link me your files I have the same but the website just wont work been trying for a week

[@nolanvasser5616]

It tells me I need to go to a dealer to get the update. Do you know a way around this?

[@freddconr492]

Wish I did, getting the same thing

[@elpapuagl7851]

It said file not found

[@zachbrown7543]

did you find a fix for this? im in the same boat

[@timmaywalker4327]

So..where can I get a copy of the files please?

[@2timegarza583]

Just updated mine

[@josecarloshernandezalvarad8822]

​@@2timegarza583you still have them??

[@robertalsaker1126]

I keep getting the Out of Space error after it says the download is complete and starting installation..

[@cerielectronics]

I have a similar issue. My car says that I have not enough space or maybe the update version is not compatible. I don't know how to do :(

[@robertalsaker1126]

@@cerielectronics I actually submitted a ticket with Ford after talking to them. Then I ended up trying it 2 or 3 more times and it actually just randomly worked.. I bet I tried 10 to 15 times total no clue why it randomly worked the last time

[@cerielectronics]

@@robertalsaker1126 thank you for your reply, you had your USB formated as Fat32, right? Or you tried with ExFat too?

[@robertalsaker1126]

@@cerielectronics whatever this video recommended.. I just kept doing all the steps over and over again lol

[@cerielectronics]

@@robertalsaker1126 I finally managed to update my Sync !! I feel very happy because now I can see the songs on the display. Thanks for your help!

[@snipermex]

hey guy yo have the file a can find in ford

[@braydenwoodard4008]

I have no usb option when I go the website, my only option is to find a dealer. I have a 2012 fusion, does anyone know why

[@fizzisoda7113]

Do you find any improvements in the voice commands? Mine seems to never understand what I'm telling it, especially when selecting music.

[@Russwc3]

It likes to understand a little tiny bit better

[@DFlos]

Where did you get the stickers for the fusion?

[@Russwc3]

Custom made, shoot me a message on Instagram or Snapchat @russwc3

[@Your_Face]

Yea so the ford website says no update available, and after speaking to ford customer service and a dealer they assure me no such update exists

[@super-tramp]

Same here :(

[@sixfootse7en248]

I just bought a 2012 Fusion, with 4.1.2 according to the Ford site. As of now (August 2022) you can’t download the update from the site, it only says to “see a dealer”. Yeah, I’m not paying $100+ for something that should be easy and I can do myself. I found the files for 4.4 and 4.6 posted online. I tried both firmware updates, following the directions in this video. Multiple sticks and sizes, (8GB, 16GB) on Fat32, yadda yadda. I just keep getting the “installation failed” message every time I try. Something that should be relatively simple for someone even a little tech savvy shouldn’t be so difficult.

[@curtesamoangelos5995]

I have the same issue with my 2011 Flex. It has SYNC 1 ver 3.2. The Ford site says I have an update for the 4.6 version but am forced to go the Ford dealership for a $130 service appt. Could you reply with what URL you located the files for the 4.6 files? Thanks.

[@kylescott5915]

That’s strange. You might need to edit the .ini file and force add your model number into the config file. I can send you my files that I used that worked perfectly fine. Also, the 4.6 version update kills Siri Eyes Free and renders Siri USELESS. That’s why I only recommend people to install the version 4.4 update and NOT the newer version 4.6 update.

[@romadonezero]

If it says "file not found" or something like that change format to FAT32 ... Remember, FAT32 is limited on USB drive size. If your windows conputer wont allow FAT32 format option you need to partition the drive or getca drive smaller than 32gb. I used a 4gb with FAT32 on a 2011 Ford Flex

[@NeedForSpeed.2004]

I have a 2010 Lincoln MKZ with Sync 1 v3.1 (no touch screen) and it says the only option I have to update it is to go to a dealer. Is that true or can I find an update file somewhere?

[@2timegarza583]

That's the update just remove the extra files

[@yargaming]

Thanks bro

[@laggytryhard9652]

Should I use the exFAT format or FAT 32 format for a 2011 ford fusion? (before adding the files)

[@montanasmith8136]

Where did you get them seat covers?

[@Russwc3]

Walmart!

[@amentiamurna9335]

Ive been trying to update this for months now. didnt know the drive had to be formatted fat32. im so angry with myself

[@Russwc3]

Haha yeah I ran into the same issue

[@amentiamurna9335]

@@Russwc3 also i have a question about the engine mounts in ur fusion. Have you had them changed yet? Mine failed from normal driving as a daily and im only at 113000.

[@Russwc3]

Mine are actually bad rn, like really really bad, the car shakes at idle and badly at speed , definitely a flaw in these motor mounts

[@justinporter9743]

another thing to note I just changed mine and be very careful with the bolts they cross thread easy I had to re thread 2 of the bolt holes

[@katunkatunk27]

So I put my vin in and it says while my vin is valid my vehicle isn’t equipped with a compatible version of sync. Please verify vin and try again. Ever have anyone ask you about that or hear of it before?

[@sebastianbird5986]

I’m having that exact issue!

[@abdelrayane180]

Me either.

[@tylerburdett711]

I have the same car but mine just said installation complete and it didn’t do anything. It didn’t reboot or anything like that and it’s still on the old version. Any ideas?

[@Russwc3]

That's wierd, maybe unplug the battery to the car and then wait 15 minutes and plug it back up and then try, however if you undo the battery make sure the car runs for at least 30 minutes to relearn it's idle

[@29DarkAngel]

Why do you have to let it relearn it’s idle and what does that even mean?

[@Russwc3]

Basically this car has a ton of computers and stuff, that tells it how to idle, and other things, when you disconnect the battery ut forgets them, so it’s best to let it relearn it’s idle before you go driving so it doesn’t have any hiccups or anything

[@apostolllos]

please respond, does updating sync mess with mykey at all? i dont have an admin key and i was told not to touch the mykey section. i have a c-max 2013

[@Russwc3]

It shouldn’t affect it, at least in the fusions I’m not sure about the c max. But in my car the radio is completely separate from the trip computer that controls my key. So I don’t believe it’ll mess with it at all

[@apostolllos]

@@Russwc3 unfortunately mine got stuck at "file not found" and i dont know what to do lol

[@apostolllos]

worked with a no brand usb, mykey unaffected :)

[@Harounetech]

Please send me files 🙏

[@justinkrupa8570]

Do you still happen to have the update files? My sync system is the same as yours and on v2.01. The ford sync website claims my system is up to date, but it's not and a customer service rep even sees that an update is available for my car. But the website won't even let me download the files. And the service rep wouldn't email them to me. Local dealerships want to charge around $150 for doing the update. Anyway you could load them up to dropbox or Google drive?

[@Russwc3]

As strange as is sounds wait about 24 hours and go back to the site and punch everything in again and it’ll appear it’s so Wierd . So many people have had this issue and it’s worked for all of them!

[@thekingtk16]

The link tho..?

[@nancylisabeth608]

@@Russwc3 need file I have 2010 ford fusion Hybrid types my info in and it says no update for this car ???? I have no phone no aux no menu except for radio HELP PLEASE!!!!!

[@BlindMansRevenge2002]

I went to the website and punched in my Vin number, and the only option to get the update was to locate a dealer

[@marianoboca]

Hi! i have a Ford Fiesta 2013 and the website says that i have de latest update (1.4.0.p) but i dont have the name of songs in blutooth conection and i have to choose bluetooth mode every time i start the car .. I found the files to update 4.6 version, do you think that i have risk to brick the sync if it is not compatible? (the screen is 9 inches)

[@niqitowo]

crack, pudiste actualizar?

[@JobinJacob94]

Thank you so much for this video

[@Gokuevp]

Hello dude I see you giving some love to that Fusion idk if youre interested in doing some instrument cluster mods I do have some matching parts for your car.

[@Russwc3]

What kind?

[@Gokuevp]

@@Russwc3 the background and needles.

[@Russwc3]

And it will work with this fusion? I’m pretty interested

[@Gokuevp]

@@Russwc3 absolutely!

[@Russwc3]

Where can I get more info?

[@woolval52]

Format FAT32?! Ford instructions say exFAT. Maybe that's why I'm not getting anywhere. If this is true I can not believe Ford hasn't corrected this glaring mistake (today is 8-9-2021). I'll go try again to see where I end up... other than being more frustrated.

[@Russwc3]

Yeah, it’s crazy, Ford’s own website is incorrect…..

[@jailyndejia667]

Question.. does anyone know if you can actually upgrade the radio face head unit to the 8” sync 3 Version in the 2011-12 ford fusions se/sel models ? Like will the new radio head unit be compatible and fit the specified dash area

[@Russwc3]

unfortunately you can not :( From my research at least

[@victoralexismenciagarmendi2829]

MY SYNC SAY FILE NOT FOUND NEVER FOUND A HAVE A FORD ESCAPE 2012 NEVER PLAY MY MUSIC :(

[@romadonezero]

Change to FAT32 whrn you format drive

[@vmencia37]

​@@romadonezeroYes i did it and finally i make the instalation but dont worked, no changes ​@romadonezero

[@alexeuton9512]

You got snapchat or something? I got a 2012 Ford Fusion and would love to show what I’ve done to mine!

[@Russwc3]

That's awsome, yeah my snapchat is @russwc3 !

[@Joshtheweatherman]

I did this to my 2011 Ford Escape, and it said installation complete on the screen. It seemed to update fine, and the voice prompts sound slightly different. But when I go to check the version number, it still says "BG1T-14D544-AB", which is Sync V3.2. How do I change it to the current number?

[@Joshtheweatherman]

I've also noitced that the audio quality sounds so much better, it isn't distorted by bass like it was before.

[@Russwc3]

That’s definitely a wierd one, I’d imagine that for some reason maybe it didn’t update the build number, but if there is noticeable change you should still be okay anyways

[@Mm-om9ol]

You can say "Bluetooth audio" but it's maddening every time

[@johnsturgeon4694]

Haha have the same problem with my truck

[@booqueefeus8591]

Clean your car

[@cameronbutler65]

I downloaded the files and stuff fine. But I’m missing the sync my ride file. Any reason why?

[@antonypalma1063]

Good afternoon, so i got this problem on my ford fusion 2011 that every time i wanna play music I massage shows on the little screen saying that the Bluetooth media disconnected, it’s been already two weeks of not playing music, can you help me please

[@erinbannes5093]

Any troubleshooting on what to do when the installation fails? Did you format using fat32 or exfat? I used a 32 gig drive with nothing else on it so not sure lack of space is an issue. My current sync version is sync gen 1 v3.2 Any help would be appreciated as exactly this time last year I had to go to the dealership to get it updated and was charged a fairly high amount

[@Russwc3]

Definitely not a lack of space. I will say they are very picky about the flash drive you use though. I can't remember Wich format Its in the video though. I wanna say I used fat32 even though the Ford website says exfat. It doesn't work with it. Just don't pay the dealer to do it, it's cheaper to get a drive from Walmart than pay the outrageous amount to them lol

[@erinbannes5093]

So after a few tries, and eventually doing a master reset I was able to get the sync to update. I used fat32 👍🏼