techdude99
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20196 didn't auto update on my install.
I'm really curious about Rob6805 's build so I can try to duplicate his results.
I'm really curious about Rob6805 's build so I can try to duplicate his results.
Update all versions of Ford Sync 3 to the latest Sync 3.4
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MxRacer965
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Also what year Robs vehicle is? Mine is a 2019 so I had to go the unapproved route to update. Wonder if his experiences are only going to work for models that had 3.4 from the factory? I’d certainly like the art work if I can get it going. Not the end of the world if it doesn’t, but if I can I will!!
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He has a '21 Expedition.
I have a '19. What do you mean by, "unapproved "?
The software compatibility is approvedfor years 18-19. Years 20+ need to use the Beta.
AFAIK There is no 3.4 from the factory for the Expedition at this time.
I have a '19. What do you mean by, "unapproved "?
The software compatibility is approvedfor years 18-19. Years 20+ need to use the Beta.
AFAIK There is no 3.4 from the factory for the Expedition at this time.
I started with 3.4, build 20136. I now have 3.4, build 21020. It hasn't stopped updating though. So far I have three downloaded and three installs. There is a 4th that is in process but it will have to wait until my wife gets back home so it can continue once it connects back up to my home wifi.
The SXM GUI changes to now have the album art. Also, the terrestrial radio GUI updated and there is a image where the album art would be but it isn't working. Also, after the third download and install the maps updated to NA 220 (I think). I'll post pics of the version info once it's all done.
2018 here and I can only get the album art to work for mp3s with 3.4 21020. No setting changes are showing album art with Sirius.
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Same with my '19.
Some Late 19’s, and 2020+ came with 3.4 XXXXX from the factory. Sirius Art work will work for those. To get Sirius art work on the older APIM you have to update the Firmware. It is a risky process and not recommended for the faint of heart.
Updates are working over WiFi again, but not for all versions. 3.4’s will update to newer versions of 3.4 if they came from the factory with 3.4. If they cane with 3.3, the only way to get to 3.4 is via CyanLabs method. Also an APIM updated to 3.4 using CyanLabs method in most cases will not get updates off WiFi.
Hope that is clear as Mud…
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Updates are working over WiFi again, but not for all versions. 3.4’s will update to newer versions of 3.4 if they came from the factory with 3.4. If they cane with 3.3, the only way to get to 3.4 is via CyanLabs method. Also an APIM updated to 3.4 using CyanLabs method in most cases will not get updates off WiFi.
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Thank you for the clarification.
MxRacer965
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Thanks for the info! So artwork on SXM is a dead end for anyone that didn’t have a 3.4 version from the factory? Unless the sketchy flash is done at a deeper level than what the cyanlabs updater does?
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Correct.
You'll need Forscan and an ODBLink EX interface cable to flash the APIM firmware. From what I read, CyanLabs recommends a USB 2.O port connection instead of USB 3.0 for the cable due to sporadic errors. You can use Bluetooth with ODBLINK MX+ but it's not as reliable.
LokiWolf is correct - it's risky. If the flash fails at the wrong point, it bricks the APIM and you'll need to buy a replacement from Ford and program it. I checked recently and it's ~$500 for the part.
Here's the info for the firmware update: https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-apim-firmware-calibration-files/17
You'll need Forscan and an ODBLink EX interface cable to flash the APIM firmware. From what I read, CyanLabs recommends a USB 2.O port connection instead of USB 3.0 for the cable due to sporadic errors. You can use Bluetooth with ODBLINK MX+ but it's not as reliable.
LokiWolf is correct - it's risky. If the flash fails at the wrong point, it bricks the APIM and you'll need to buy a replacement from Ford and program it. I checked recently and it's ~$500 for the part.
Here's the info for the firmware update: https://community.cyanlabs.net/t/updating-apim-firmware-calibration-files/17
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I’m on the fence...I’m in technology - robotics, IT, software development, networking, etc as a career for the last 20 years and used to “hack” everything I owned, but automative seems to be a bit of its own beast. I’ve also been in leadership roles for a while instead of getting my hands dirty anymore and I just don’t know I feel like the juice is worth the squeeze for me. Is it really that risky for someone who is quite fluent with technology? Is it the process itself that is so unknown or is it because the processes are intolerant of mistakes?
The benefit of going the route of trying to update this module just doesn't get you anything of real value compared to the risk.
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I've been in Technology for decades and do PM work now so I understand. The missing art annoys me and I have all the tools for the update but I don't know if $500+ is worth XM & Radio station art and calm mode.
LokiWolf is an excellent resource.
In my opinion, as long as you understand the risk, it's a straight forward process but you must follow it exactly and use the recommended hardware and software.
LokiWolf is an excellent resource.
In my opinion, as long as you understand the risk, it's a straight forward process but you must follow it exactly and use the recommended hardware and software.
Nice! Haven’t had time to do it. Curious if you see any improvement.
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Ok, my Sync 3 is STILL downloading files. It's on at least #8. It is installing SYNC3 v3.4.21020. Every time it downloads a file and installs it I get a message that the system successfully updated. It then checks for updates and starts downloading another file. They are all like this one but they do have slightly different file names. I assume this is normal but when will it be done? Has anyone gone through this process and had it finish completely?
Completely normal. As long as the files continue to change names.
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Well well... It's done. All total 8-10 files it downloaded. I tried to keep track but I'm sure I missed one or two. No more than 10 though.
Here is the current SW version info:
Album art is working for SXM
But not for terrestrial radio.
Kinda bummed they changed the GUI for the radio stations and now no image shows up. It used to have the stations logo. Now nothing.
Looks like was some changes to Ford Pass and now Google assistant works without having to plug in USB and launch Android Auto.
Here is the current SW version info:
Album art is working for SXM
But not for terrestrial radio.
Kinda bummed they changed the GUI for the radio stations and now no image shows up. It used to have the stations logo. Now nothing.
Looks like was some changes to Ford Pass and now Google assistant works without having to plug in USB and launch Android Auto.
Post a day using Sync build 3.4.21098, it is noticeability faster navigating from menu 2 menu or screen to screen. Almost instant response now. I also have more apps available on the sync screen/CarPlay (Dunkin Donuts & Cisco WebEx were the ones I noticed as new so far).
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