SGilbert
Senior Member
Previously, don't know when, I complained that I haven't had a Sync update since 2011 (Gen1 v. 3.2.3). Someone mentioned that I should contact Rebecca @ Ford to check. She reported that there WAS an update, but it is a dealer only update. I could see big $$'s before my eyes.
Went in for oil & filter (2/27/15) and asked about the dealer only update. Not only did they do it, they didn't charge me!
They called it 'Goodwill'.
It did totally delete my phone, however, but, I will reinstall phone today (it was -2 out earlier today, but it's up to 17 already. High of 20, so will do it later today)
Needless to say, I'm thrilled; especially since I lost text notifications when I upgraded to iPhone6.
Here's the install as listed on the website: When it came out, I do not know.
Date Confirmed:
Feb 27, 2015
Version:
Gen1 - 3.2.6
This new software will provide the following enhancements to your current SYNC® system:
- Updated Bluetooth device connectivity
- Improved system stability
- Improved media player functionality
- Enhanced voice recognition capabilities
- Optimized for use with Apple iOS 6 for incoming text messaging
This update includes improvements from all previous SYNC updates such as flattened phone grammar, improvements in device indexing, text messaging capabilities with the implementation of message access profile (MAP), and more. For additional information on previous updates, visit SYNCmyride.com.
Please Read: This update may take up to 20 minutes to complete. About 1 to 3 minutes after you begin the installation, you will hear an Installation Complete message. DO NOT REMOVE YOUR USB DRIVE OR TURN OFF YOUR VEHICLE. You must wait up to an additional 20 minutes until you receive a second Installation Complete message before removing your USB drive. During this interval, while the update is loading, SYNC® will not recognize your mobile phone or media device. Be sure your vehicle's engine is running (not in Accessory mode) throughout the entire installation process. Although your vehicle must be in Park when you initiate the installation process, once the download process has begun, you may drive your vehicle.
Went in for oil & filter (2/27/15) and asked about the dealer only update. Not only did they do it, they didn't charge me!
They called it 'Goodwill'. It did totally delete my phone, however, but, I will reinstall phone today (it was -2 out earlier today, but it's up to 17 already. High of 20, so will do it later today)
Needless to say, I'm thrilled; especially since I lost text notifications when I upgraded to iPhone6.
Here's the install as listed on the website: When it came out, I do not know.
Date Confirmed:
Feb 27, 2015
Version:
Gen1 - 3.2.6
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BG1T-14D544-AJThis new software will provide the following enhancements to your current SYNC® system:
- Updated Bluetooth device connectivity
- Improved system stability
- Improved media player functionality
- Enhanced voice recognition capabilities
- Optimized for use with Apple iOS 6 for incoming text messaging
This update includes improvements from all previous SYNC updates such as flattened phone grammar, improvements in device indexing, text messaging capabilities with the implementation of message access profile (MAP), and more. For additional information on previous updates, visit SYNCmyride.com.
Please Read: This update may take up to 20 minutes to complete. About 1 to 3 minutes after you begin the installation, you will hear an Installation Complete message. DO NOT REMOVE YOUR USB DRIVE OR TURN OFF YOUR VEHICLE. You must wait up to an additional 20 minutes until you receive a second Installation Complete message before removing your USB drive. During this interval, while the update is loading, SYNC® will not recognize your mobile phone or media device. Be sure your vehicle's engine is running (not in Accessory mode) throughout the entire installation process. Although your vehicle must be in Park when you initiate the installation process, once the download process has begun, you may drive your vehicle.
Text notifications "are not supported on this phone" ARGH! GRRR!
