Stuck with Ford’s SYNC 2? No CarPlay, no Android Auto, no touch-friendly navigation, just an outdated screen that hasn’t kept up with your phone. This complete upgrade kit swaps SYNC 2 for a genuine Ford SYNC 3 setup, unlocking wired CarPlay and Android Auto without a full head unit replacement or a dealer visit.
Everything you need is in the box: the APIM module, the touchscreen, the wiring, and the GPS antenna. The kit even ships pre-programmed for your specific vehicle, so installation is plug-and-play rather than a coding project.
Why Upgrade to SYNC 3
- Unlocks CarPlay and Android Auto on vehicles that shipped with SYNC 2 and never had it
- Genuine Ford parts, not aftermarket clones: real SYNC 3 APIM module (JL3T-14G370-GSF) and genuine 8.46″ capacitive touchscreen (BT4T-18B955-AC)
- Keeps every factory feature working: radio and audio, rear camera, climate control, steering wheel controls, heated and cooled seats, active parking assist, and voice control
- Pre-programmed before it ships, so there’s no dealer visit and no separate coding appointment
- Capacitive touch display replaces the old resistive screen with proper phone-like touch response
What’s in the Box
- Genuine Ford SYNC 3 APIM module (JL3T-14G370-GSF)
- Genuine Ford 8.46″ capacitive touchscreen (BT4T-18B955-AC)
- Screen-to-module cable
- GPS antenna (XDVDN8290)
- USB hub (HC3Z-19A387-E)
- USB hub bezel (if needed for your model)
- Pre-programming for your specific vehicle
- Programming tool
Vehicle Compatibility
This kit fits 2011-2016 Ford models including the F150, F250, F350, F450, F550, Edge, C-MAX, Escape, Expedition, Flex, Explorer, Focus, Fusion, Mustang, Super Duty, Taurus, Transit, and Transit Connect, as well as Lincoln MKC, MKS, MKT, MKX, MKZ, and Navigator.
Exact fitment depends on your VIN. If you’re not sure your vehicle qualifies, check your VIN against the SYNC 3 hardware requirements before ordering, or reach out and we’ll help you confirm.
Installation
Because the module is pre-programmed for your vehicle before it ships, installation is closer to a straightforward hardware swap than a full retrofit. No dealer visit and no separate coding session required. Full printed instructions are included in the box.
If you’d rather see the process before you start, AA Hacks has step-by-step Ford SYNC install guides covering wiring and setup for this exact upgrade path.
Specs
- Display type: LED
- Display size: 8.0 inches
- Display technology: Capacitive touch
- Supported connections: Wired CarPlay, wired Android Auto
- Map version included: NA220
After the Upgrade: Get More Out of Android Auto
Once SYNC 3 is running Android Auto, you’re not limited to the apps Ford or Google officially support. AAStore lets you add extra apps to your Android Auto screen that aren’t available through the standard install path, so your new screen does more than the factory setup ever could.
FAQ
Does this kit work with my specific Ford or Lincoln? Compatibility depends on your VIN. This kit is built for 2011-2016 Ford and Lincoln models listed above, but not every trim and configuration within those years qualifies. Confirm your VIN before ordering.
Will I lose any factory features after the upgrade? No. This kit is designed to retain all factory features, including audio, rear camera, climate control, steering wheel controls, heated and cooled seats, and active parking assist.
Do I need to visit a dealer to program the module? No. The APIM module ships pre-programmed for your vehicle, and a programming tool is included for the installation itself.
Does this support wireless CarPlay or Android Auto? This kit supports wired CarPlay and wired Android Auto through the included hardware.
What if something doesn’t fit or work as expected? Full printed instructions are included, and support is available if you run into installation questions.
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