so_edgy_bro Posted May 2, 2018 Report Share Posted May 2, 2018 Having issues with getting power to the new sync 3 usb hub. Can I just tap the power into the cigarette lighter? Or does anyone know exactly which wires from the existing connector I need to tap into? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted May 2, 2018 Report Share Posted May 2, 2018 Heres a detailed write up in another forum (sorry all!) that details the USB wiring. I assume you purchased the pigtail? http://www.2gfusions.net/showthread.php?tid=3881 Or you can go the easy, but pricy, route (which I did): https://www.4dtech.com/sync-3-retrofit-usb-hub-wiring-adapter-gen-1/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swrstock Posted June 27, 2018 Report Share Posted June 27, 2018 I love my Sync 3, was well worth the effort and cost. Question: I have ver. 2.2 Has anyone updated to 3.0? How did you do it? Is it worth it? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted June 28, 2018 Report Share Posted June 28, 2018 (edited) I upgraded to 3.0. It does clear up some minor issues (none of which I really ever noticed), updates gracenotes and adds the ability to integrate waze via mobile apps using Sync. It only took 15 min or so and I feel it was worth it. The easiest way to do it is find a VIN number for a 2017-2018 Ford Edge and add it to your syncmyride account. The website will then indicate that your 3.0 update is available. Follow the instructions (use a 16gb or larger usb drive). Once done, you can delete the VIN from your account. Or you can use sync 3.0 (build 18093) file that is floating around on the web. Both are legitimate and work fine. Edited June 28, 2018 by candurin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 If you download it off the web be careful of its source. I read one report where the file had a virus added which was designed to brick the head unit. (His unit bricked after installing and he blamed the file). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 If you download it off the web be careful of its source. I read one report where the file had a virus added which was designed to brick the head unit. (His unit bricked after installing and he blamed the file). I cant imagine how they would possibly plant a virus in it. Sync has pretty strong firewall built into the program itself to prevent unsigned programs from being installed. I would image they pulled they pulled the usb drive out before sync reported the update was completed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enigma-2 Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 Not to prolong this, but how many computers have been hit by clever code writers, past firewalls, past virus checkers, past all kinds of protection. You just can't trust any software floating around the web. Adding a small bit of code and keeping the crc check the same is no big deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted June 29, 2018 Report Share Posted June 29, 2018 True. Im willing to agree. But, its still hard to imagine. Sorry if it came across as combative. Wasnt my intention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizsin23 Posted July 23, 2018 Report Share Posted July 23, 2018 This may be a stupid question, I am new at this, so bare with me. Everything is ordered for my sync 3 upgrade. I have downloaded the as built files for my 14 Edge, and a 2016 Edge with same features. I am looking for a program to view/edit the .db files so I can see what I am looking forward to. Is there a specific file (windows) or does Forscan read them? Sorry if this has been answered, just didn't see it anywhere and I've been scratching my head non stop...thank you for the help in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 http://www.compulsivecode.com/Project_AsBuiltCompare.aspx 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c360 Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 I have a SYNC 3 system installed that I purchased from www.4dtech.com. Go and check out there site They also do not offer anything for someone with a 4.2" screen and no sync (aka 2011 Ford Edge SE) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted July 24, 2018 Report Share Posted July 24, 2018 The biggest thing is that you will need to change the FCIM (i.e. HVAC controls). Heres a good place to start mining information. Its a fusion site but much of the content applies for what you want to do (4 to 8) http://www.2gfusions.net/showthread.php?tid=4050 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c360 Posted July 25, 2018 Report Share Posted July 25, 2018 I will check it out. Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1850 Posted October 4, 2018 Report Share Posted October 4, 2018 Recently upgraded to Sync 3 and noticed my heated seats don't work. I have the three level heat option displayed on the screen. I can press them and change the heat level but the seat never warms up. They did work perfectly fine when I used Sync 2. Had the same three level option also on Sync 2 screen. May be stupid to mention this but I was trying to test them while I had A/C running in the car because it's still warm here in Louisiana. Could it be they didn't work because I'm running my A/C? I have a 2014 SEL. Also to note I converted from 4" screen. I just want to ensure they work properly before cold weather eventually arrives. Any help is appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted October 4, 2018 Report Share Posted October 4, 2018 Sounds like a programming error Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1850 Posted October 4, 2018 Report Share Posted October 4, 2018 Candurin, Any idea what the correct value should be? When I reference the F-150 or Explorer spreadsheets for Sync 3 settings it mentions adding a 3 for heated seats only. 2 mentions heated and cooled seats. I know on the 2014 there are three levels for the heat icon. This is my current setting - 7D0-01-01 2221 0002 230F Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okie Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 Have you tested it since you turned the vehicle completely off and back on? I had issues like that with my 2013 F150 (3 step heated and cooled) and 2011 edge (2 step heat) when I was programming them. Candurin, Any idea what the correct value should be? When I reference the F-150 or Explorer spreadsheets for Sync 3 settings it mentions adding a 3 for heated seats only. 2 mentions heated and cooled seats. I know on the 2014 there are three levels for the heat icon. This is my current setting - 7D0-01-01 2221 0002 230F Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 And sorry... Ive been away, dealing with a family emergency. I havent been able to check my programming notes, which are at home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1850 Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 I haven't tested it again. I'll try again and report back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WWWPerfA_ZN0W Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 Prayers & best wishes, candurin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toast1850 Posted October 9, 2018 Report Share Posted October 9, 2018 So I tested it again today on lunch break. Still not working. I can interact with the 3 levels on the climate screen but seats never heat up. I know when I used Sync 2 it only took like 30 seconds for them to get hot. My best guess is a programming error within Sync 3. I guess I'll try programming for the two level heat option and see if that helps. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tojoski Posted March 15, 2019 Report Share Posted March 15, 2019 I'm getting ready to do this same mod from on my 13 Edge.. Anyone here care to share their final as-built file? I have the heated seat option as well, so I will need to figure out how to program that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 14 hours ago, tojoski said: I'm getting ready to do this same mod from on my 13 Edge.. Anyone here care to share their final as-built file? I have the heated seat option as well, so I will need to figure out how to program that. Look at page 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tojoski Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 Thank you, don't know how I missed that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
candurin Posted March 16, 2019 Report Share Posted March 16, 2019 I see you also posted on 2gfusions. I’ll gladly help out in this thread. Dan and a few select folks over there charge $95 for full programming, in lieu of offering assistance. It’s easy enough to do yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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