PLEASE NOTE: 2016 Vehicles that have not had the USB hub upgraded to a CarPlay Compliant USB hub will need to swap out to the newer USB hub found HERE
FEATURES:
- OEM Genuine Ford
- Pre-Programmed to your VIN - NO trip to the dealer required!
- NO core charge
- Maintains ALL existing features (Backup Camera, Heated Seats, Park Assist, Climate Controls, etc)
- Includes the latest software (see current version info HERE).
- Complete one-year replacement warranty. US company and support.
INSTALLATION:
- Install Time: Varies
- Install Ease: Varies
COMPATIBILITY:
- 2016 and newer Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the 8" SYNC 3 system.
- This WILL NOT work with a MyFord Touch (SYNC 2) screen assembly - see our SYNC 2 to 3 conversion kits for adding SYNC 3 to older vehicles.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- Q – “My screen is dead / black and I get NO audio - will this product fix my issue?”
- A – In most cases, yes. Some vehicles are prone to the APIM failing causing a blank screen. If you have a black screen and no audio, this will likely fix the issue.
- Q – “My screen is dead / black but I can still hear and control the radio - will this product fix my issue?”
- A – No. If the screen is black, but the radio plays and you can control the track / volume from the physical buttons, then the issue is likely the touchscreen has failed.
- Q – “I can see what is being displayed on screen, but the screen does not respond to touch input - will this product fix my issue?”
- A – No. The touchscreen has failed and requires replacement. See our "Replacement Touchscreen for SYNC 3"
- Q – “I get the error "Entertainment Unavailable" and I cant access any music sources. Will replacing the APIM fix this error.”
- A – No. This is an issue with the ACM. Contact us for replacement information.
- Q – “I no longer get audio from any of my sources (AM/FM/XM/CD) but the touchscreen still works. Will replacing the APIM fix this error.”
- A – No. This is an issue with the ACM. Contact us for replacement information.
- Q – “Does this need to be programmed at the dealer?”
- A – No. We pre-program the module using the VIN you provide at checkout.
- Q – “My backup camera does not work, will this fix it?”
- A – No. Backup camera failures are common. If the backup camera is not working, it will need to be replaced.
- Q – “If I update my Sync system using the Ford SyncMyRide website, will that cause the navigation feature to be deactivated?”
- A – No. A consumer installed software update will NOT affect this navigation upgrade.
- Q – “Will this kit void my factory warranty?”
- A – No. This kit will not void your vehicle warranty. Although Ford will not warranty the components in our kit, we do for one full year!
- Q – “Will this kit affect my SiriusXM subscription?”
- A – No. SiriusXM subscriptions are NOT affected by our kit - your SiriusXM ID will remain the same.
- Q – “Will this kit void my factory warranty?”
- A – No. This kit will not void your vehicle warranty. Although Ford will not warranty the components in our kit, we do for one full year!
- Q – “Will this kit affect my SiriusXM subscription?”
- A – No. SiriusXM subscriptions are NOT affected by our kit - your SiriusXM ID will remain the same.
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APIM replacement
Got black screen of death on our 2018 Explorer and after researching I figured out that the module was bad. Ordered replacement from 4DTech and replaced the old one and now touchscreen is good as new. Have purchased from this company before and have had no issues.
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Easy Peazy Install - Worked Flawlessly
Outstanding product. Install was a breeze and the Sync 3 APIM with Nav updated the screen layout from the previous Sync 3 APIM I had previously installed. Worth the extra money when dealing with a US business.
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4DT-SYNCAPIM-02 Replacement SYNC 2 Module / APIM 1
Everything went as planed except delivery. I requested 2 day shipping. Unfortunately it took them 4 days to get it to UPS. The video instructions were spot on. I would definitely recommend buying from them. Again the only thing was the shipping. Great product
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Satisfied Customer
From the second I called with a question to the ease of ordering the product to the quick flawless delivery I am sold on the company and the product they delivered.
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Ford Sync 3 Module/ APIM
Ordering was a breeze. Part comes with all programing needed. Just plug and play.
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Absolutely what I needed!
I have been having two issues in my 2019 Explorer, that have gotten progressively worse since about 2022.
1. Touchscreen has started to lag (20-30 seconds) and takes short presses as 'long presses'.
2. Bluetooth dropping - Calls, playing audio, just connecting and disconnecting as I drive.
My local dealer was useless except to tell me they could 'try' a module replacement, which would cost me over $1,000.
This Replacement Synch 3 Module cost less, and took less than 30 minutes to install, start to finish. Exactly as their videos showed. I just finished a two hour drive with neither of the issue happening again. I (read, my wife) couldn't be happier. -
Replacement SYNC3 unit
This was a plug and play unit already set up with 3.4 and maps. No programming needed, easy install, and fast same day shipping. I would highly recommend 4dtech to anyone.
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Easy Fix
This APIM was easy to order, shipped quick and fixed the problem. Very easy to install. I originally ordered a screen because the Ford Dealer said that was the problem, after reading the FAQs on 4D Tech’s website I realized it was probably the APIM so I ordered it too, and that was the fix.
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Replacement Sync 3 Module / APIM
Product worked as promised. Very easy to order, provide VIN number. Product installed in under 30 minutes.