To change (and lock) the splash screen AFTER you changed it once already, you have to disconnect the battery for 5-10 seconds. Then, reconnect the battery, and change to whatever screen you choose. The issue is that Ford Sync 'remembers' only ONE change. Then, you have to reset it via the battery-disconnect method.
@@Sean_Hannon Yes. Each change is remembered via internal memory. The issue is that the memory will not hold future changes until it's reset either via forscan, dealer-reset, or battery disconnect method.
@@kellymc239 Good to know because each time I changed mine to GT, once I shut the truck down and started it back up, the radio would go back to the Timeless setting.
Just a warning as I’ve done this on multiple cars. You may select an interface that isn’t compatible with your particular screen and you Could get into a situation where you can’t set it back to factory. I always find if I get into a very tricky situation like that disconnecting the negative for a couple minutes off the battery will reset to factory. Just a little help should you need it.
Thank you for this. I have a 2018 F150 and the factory screen was the ONLY thing about the truck that hated. Now I roll with the Lincoln theme.... sooooooooo much better.
you probably already know this by now, but with the turn key style, inserting the key with the dead battery, the vehicle will start because the car will output a signal of sorts with a special coil and whatnot, but it’ll power the key in order to read the proper security signal. that spot in the cup holder is for the key fob, and that part is used in every F-150, not just the fob vehicles. some even have a different location along with different style interior. with the steering wheel stalk shifter, the left part of the centerpiece will have removable trim pieces that have a special slot for the key fob in that regard. it’s just different with every vehicle and truck
If you open the sliding door underneath the radio/ infront of the shifter and pull out the matt on the bottom under the usb connections there is a spot to hide your key
Note: The two keys you MUST have are required to be 'Admin' keys. You cannot program more than two Admin keys to a Ford. And you can have up to 8 MyKey fobs, that you can program. But, you have to have two Admin keys in order to program ANY other keys to the vehicle. Or else the stealership has to do it.
enable testing settings not meaning it stays all the time on the theme you chose. it means now, for accessing testing settings you’ll not have to hold the buttons on the steering and the radio, its now in your pages 🤣 don’t worry, I tried so many times and it’s not working! only way to keep it is to flash your radio on that theme with forscan
Relax. The word "hack" is used as a synonym for accessing settings that are not normally acessed. Just like when you say "stomp the gas". Since fuel injection days, the ECM now controls the fuel. And the driver only controls the butterfly valve that allows air into the manifold. And if you want to be really technical, you don't even control that anymore, due to throttle by wire. Nowadays, you step on the pedal, and the ECM opens the throttle air-valve. Don't be so picky about the word "hack".....it's ok. Just chill, and enjoy life a bit more. Peace.
The spot for fob in at least my 2015 Lariat is under the pad in the very front of center consol where plugs are. Just an fyi, it might be the same other push to start.
@@Sean_Hannon I know it is. My fob battery died at work and we looked forever because it was SUPPOSED to be under cup holder or down in console according to my work buddy's dad who works at local Ford dealership. I don't think my friend knew or told him I had push button start!
The hida key spot is for when the key battery goes dead and you have to open the door with the key as the car will think some one broke in you put the key in the hole and then you can use the key to start the car
I have a 2018 F150 and originally when i connected my Android phone it would display the phone's navigation to the SYNC3 screen. NOw, it no longer does this. What am i missing?
If you have multiple USB ports, try plugging into another port. And make sure the usb cable is the right type. Your vehicle has Android Auto. What you were seeing is the 'mirror' image from your phone.
Did you follow exact steps?? It’s not a permanent change it’s only a temporary change it basically resets every time you restart the car. But if you put the settings for it in the radio then you can change it very easily while you’re driving
Worked once but that was it. Doesn’t save so never came back again. Selected it again but just shows the default Ford logo when turned off and opening the door.
@@Sean_Hannon I ordered the OBD2 to USB with the switch to use with FORscan to make it permanent! Cable arrives Friday. Just have to purchase the extended licence to be able to make changes to the programming.
You have a different version of sync. You have sync 2. It is not compatible with sync 2. Would would have to get the whole new sync 3 unit and then it would be possible.
I click enable test and leave the vehicle with the GT sign upon shut off but when I come back to the truck later it bounces back to FORD timeless 🤷🏻♂️
Did this today on 2021 Bronco Sport Badlands Edition , had Raptor logo boot screen , then changed to Lincoln lots of fun then changed it back to Bronco brother thanks 👍
Great video I have a 16 f150 XLT and one time after it was at dealer for something I picked it up and the heat controllers I believe were on the screen I did it before after but have forgotten how I did it
@@Sean_Hannon I really can't remember how it was done maybe something like pushing the heat control buttons together I will try and get back to you if I figure it out.
I use to change my splash screen on 2016 MKZ hybrid to ---- Mustang Shelby but I can't find the sequence on 2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid as it doesn't have a CD player hence no forward button.. Anyone knows the buttons to use? Thanks for the tip.
If you mean that you're sorry because you can't get it to original screen or it won't 'lock' on future changes, just disconnext the battery for 5-10 seconds. Reconnect your battery & your screen will be back to default.
Fortunately and unfortunately this is possible however you have to use what’s called forscan to go in and enable the changes permanently. There are many video on RUclips on how to do this particular thing.
@@Sean_Hannon do not change it to Focus ST on 2020 f150. it uses the 2020 focus screen from europe which is much longer and locks you out changing the settings. for a while.
Simply choose your screen, then go back into Settings, and select the SAME theme as you just did. Now, power down the ignition, exit the truck, close all the doors, re-enter the truck, power up (but NOT start) and verify the setting.
Update, it does work on my 2017 F150. Not sure why it didn't work the 1st few times I tried it. Not sure but I think the radio needs to be on and at low volume. Thanks
Just got a 350 lariat, and unfortunately I’m pretty underwhelmed with the whole touch screen system on it. It’s non responsive, it skips, and the blue tooth connection goes in and out of connection. Haven’t been able to listen to more than ten seconds of any song or video and the way it syncs up to what’s on my iPhone screen… is like pointless. If it’s linked, why … Ugh, I dunno. Thought American made vehicles were finally stepping up their interior tech game.
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To change (and lock) the splash screen AFTER you changed it once already, you have to disconnect the battery for 5-10 seconds. Then, reconnect the battery, and change to whatever screen you choose. The issue is that Ford Sync 'remembers' only ONE change. Then, you have to reset it via the battery-disconnect method.
So you can do it without forscan?!?
@@Sean_Hannon Yes. Each change is remembered via internal memory. The issue is that the memory will not hold future changes until it's reset either via forscan, dealer-reset, or battery disconnect method.
@@kellymc239 Good to know because each time I changed mine to GT, once I shut the truck down and started it back up, the radio would go back to the Timeless setting.
I've tried this and it doesn't stay on for more than a few starts...
Do you do this right after you change it, because it seems to change back each time to the original
Just a warning as I’ve done this on multiple cars. You may select an interface that isn’t compatible with your particular screen and you Could get into a situation where you can’t set it back to factory. I always find if I get into a very tricky situation like that disconnecting the negative for a couple minutes off the battery will reset to factory. Just a little help should you need it.
Thank you so much for the tip!
@@Sean_Hannon ozpzozozozozozozozozkozozpzvß
Good looking out! Save somebody from panic
Tried U611 theme and blacked out the screen on a 2020 Expedition. Glad I saw your tip. A 10mm socket and 2 minutes wait time reset the radio. Thanks!!
thank you for this lol
Thank you for this. I have a 2018 F150 and the factory screen was the ONLY thing about the truck that hated. Now I roll with the Lincoln theme.... sooooooooo much better.
Makes a big difference!!
I went with the lincoln Presidential, Mine didn't have the Ford Gt, I have a 2018 Ford F150 Lariat FX4 Ecoboost
you probably already know this by now, but with the turn key style, inserting the key with the dead battery, the vehicle will start because the car will output a signal of sorts with a special coil and whatnot, but it’ll power the key in order to read the proper security signal. that spot in the cup holder is for the key fob, and that part is used in every F-150, not just the fob vehicles. some even have a different location along with different style interior. with the steering wheel stalk shifter, the left part of the centerpiece will have removable trim pieces that have a special slot for the key fob in that regard. it’s just different with every vehicle and truck
I did not know that!
I just realized what a small world this is... Saw Castle Rock on the nav screen, I live in the meadows! Haha.
No kidding?? Well if you ever want to meet up and check it out let me know!
I never seen someone get so excited about something that didn't work.
@3:32 always keep a fob battery in your glove compartment or somewhere on the vehicle where you can access it. Even with motorcycles.
Smart
If you do that and someone breaks in, they can steal your car
@@marcwebster498 you won’t be keeping the fob in your car’s glove compartment, just a battery for the key fob.
If you open the sliding door underneath the radio/ infront of the shifter and pull out the matt on the bottom under the usb connections there is a spot to hide your key
No way???? I’ll have to look when I jump back in my truck!
Its great since ford has the keypad to get in.. can put your key in there lock the doors and all is good!
Depends on which year. In 2017 F250 it’s under the driver side change/cup holder
It’s used for programming keys. Not a holder
I thought it was for push to start models if the battery dies in the key fob
That spot is also used to program a key. If you have two keys you can program a third key.
Note: The two keys you MUST have are required to be 'Admin' keys. You cannot program more than two Admin keys to a Ford. And you can have up to 8 MyKey fobs, that you can program. But, you have to have two Admin keys in order to program ANY other keys to the vehicle. Or else the stealership has to do it.
I changed mine to Ford GT and noticed a gain of 300 more hp and 400 tq
Dannnggggggg!! 😂😂
There is also a compartment under the rubber mat(the bigger of the two) to the left of the cup holders
I will have to look!
There is under my 18 250 XLT
@@paulhatcher9767 👍
@@paulhatcher9767 That's only if you have the column shifter. The console shifter takes that spot.
Which rubber mat?
enable testing settings not meaning it stays all the time on the theme you chose. it means now, for accessing testing settings you’ll not have to hold the buttons on the steering and the radio, its now in your pages 🤣 don’t worry, I tried so many times and it’s not working! only way to keep it is to flash your radio on that theme with forscan
Forscan foreskin same thing
People misuse the word hack, you don't hack when you use built in settings.
Thank you!
Relax. The word "hack" is used as a synonym for accessing settings that are not normally acessed. Just like when you say "stomp the gas". Since fuel injection days, the ECM now controls the fuel. And the driver only controls the butterfly valve that allows air into the manifold. And if you want to be really technical, you don't even control that anymore, due to throttle by wire. Nowadays, you step on the pedal, and the ECM opens the throttle air-valve. Don't be so picky about the word "hack".....it's ok. Just chill, and enjoy life a bit more. Peace.
@@kellymc239 WORD!
I've got a '78 F-150. I can't find the menu. :P
Slot under probably unlocks shifter if battery is dead allowing you to shift out of park
Ohhhh that’s a good point!
Awesome! The Lincoln-Timeless is pretty cool, too.
One of my faves as well! Elegant lol
Thanks for the hack, that was one of my worries, wearing out the damn starter 👍
Yessss
The gt theme is really nice , I wish it would stay
If you can use forscan you can get it to stay permanently
@@Sean_Hannon what is forscan???
I can confirm it works on a ranger, changed mine to the Lincoln one!
Love to hear it works on different models!!
The theme don’t change to standard when turn off the car ? How make it
@@dayclub667 it changes when you turn off car. Forescan program on computer will make it permanent I think
That's really cool. I wonder how far that goes back
The spot for fob in at least my 2015 Lariat is under the pad in the very front of center consol where plugs are. Just an fyi, it might be the same other push to start.
I believe that’s what it is for!
@@Sean_Hannon I know it is. My fob battery died at work and we looked forever because it was SUPPOSED to be under cup holder or down in console according to my work buddy's dad who works at local Ford dealership. I don't think my friend knew or told him I had push button start!
The hida key spot is for when the key battery goes dead and you have to open the door with the key as the car will think some one broke in you put the key in the hole and then you can use the key to start the car
I have a 2018 F150 and originally when i connected my Android phone it would display the phone's navigation to the SYNC3 screen. NOw, it no longer does this. What am i missing?
I’m not quite sure what your asking, after you tried this it would no longer do it?
@@Sean_Hannonno, i did not try this hack. I was hoping that someone that had watched this video could offer some input on my problem.
Try switching to the lower usb port. My 2019 messes up constantly.
it was apparently two bad USB cables
If you have multiple USB ports, try plugging into another port. And make sure the usb cable is the right type. Your vehicle has Android Auto. What you were seeing is the 'mirror' image from your phone.
Dang it worked! Except my 2020 F150 Lariat didn’t have the GT option.
Ohh good! And dang I’m shocked I wonder why
@@Sean_Hannon worked on my wife’s 2022 Explorer also
Tried to do this with my 2021 Ford F-150 XL, but it isn't coming up. They must have changed things since then.
I think it’s a different sync system
Tried to change settings on my 2020 f150 and nothing happened. Any suggestions?
Did you follow exact steps?? It’s not a permanent change it’s only a temporary change it basically resets every time you restart the car. But if you put the settings for it in the radio then you can change it very easily while you’re driving
My radio doesn't have a screen. And if I can't get working. So will this style radio replace in same space an wire hook-up
I’m not totally sure to be honest with you. You’ll probably need some sort of install kit
Worked once but that was it. Doesn’t save so never came back again. Selected it again but just shows the default Ford logo when turned off and opening the door.
It’s not a permanent thing unfortunately
@@Sean_Hannon I ordered the OBD2 to USB with the switch to use with FORscan to make it permanent! Cable arrives Friday. Just have to purchase the extended licence to be able to make changes to the programming.
I try to do it to my 2015 f150 XLT an couldn’t get it to work . So how do I get it to work .
You have a different version of sync. You have sync 2. It is not compatible with sync 2. Would would have to get the whole new sync 3 unit and then it would be possible.
Great Video! Thank you 🔥👏💪🫶
This works on a 2020 ford fusion Kool trick man
Hey I keep .trying it and nothing what am I doing wrong ? Ford F-150 Xlt
What year?
Does this works in a Ford ranger? Btw watching for Philippines
It should work with all Sync 3 systems in vehicles! But don’t hold me to that because I don’t know for sure but if it will work.
The yelling , the hands 😂 thanks for this video 😂👍🏽
FORscan is NOT Ford software, it is russian. There is tons of information on it in the forums. FSRS is Ford's BCM programming software.
That’s actually good to know! Thanks for the heads up!
FDRS
Does your fob have a hidden pull out key? Mine does
I’m sure it does but I have not messed with it!
That 'hidden' key is for your console, glove-box, tailgate, and driver's door lock. In case your 12v battery goes dead, you can unlock the door.
The hide the fob in cup holder is so you can leave your truck and use the code lock/unlock to get in and out instead of carrying key with you
That’s awesome! Thank you for the tip!!!
No it’s so you can still start your truck if the key fob batteries die. Putting it in there makes it so the truck knows the key fob is present
beware that the truck may not fully go to "sleep" and cause excess battery draw overnight
@@rodbirch5876 thank you sir!
I click enable test and leave the vehicle with the GT sign upon shut off but when I come back to the truck later it bounces back to FORD timeless 🤷🏻♂️
It’s not a permanent change unfortunately
Did this today on 2021 Bronco Sport Badlands Edition , had Raptor logo boot screen , then changed to Lincoln lots of fun then changed it back to Bronco brother thanks 👍
Heck yeah! I am glad it works on all of the platforms!
You're a bad ass. Thank you for the awesome hack.
Thanks for watching!
Someone must of told you by now; there is a key inside of every FOB.
Mine does not have remote start I have a key
What is a hack? I see it used quite alot for various subjects.
Works great if you have that deck. Not every Ford has that deck tho.
Should work on most if not all ford sync 3 touch screen from factory
Will it work in a 2012 lariat?
I don’t believe so unless you updated it to a sync 3 system
Cool vid!
🔥🔥🔥
Do you need to start the engine to get into the test setting menu, or just acc power on?
I’ve done it both ways and it worked both!
@@Sean_Hannon Not sure what I’m doing wrong but it doesn’t seem to work on my ‘19 Expedition. I held the 2 buttons for around 15 seconds several times
I had to
Will this change diagnostic settings?
No it won’t
I tried this several times on my 2020 Expedition XLT and couldn't get it to bring that screen up...
Which part could you not get it to do?
How do you get your screen to flicker?
My screen to flicker!?
If someone making a video starts out with yelling... I turn them off.
Good video, but plz less of a dramatic intro!
So picky for someone helping you out
@@tmfl8686 hes right
Completely agree.
Haters
personal tips!
What is that intro music? I have heard it before but cant remember where.
Honestly I forgot off the top of my head
Dopeee thanks for sharing this 🤣🙌 hope it work on my 17 f150
It should work for any sync 3
Did it work ?
I might be trying this on my mustang.
It’s really cool I think you should give it a go!
@@Sean_Hannon ok can now confirm it works on my 2020 mustang gt, I've used the shelby gt350 screen a bit.
Great video I have a 16 f150 XLT and one time after it was at dealer for something I picked it up and the heat controllers I believe were on the screen I did it before after but have forgotten how I did it
No way?? That’s awesome I need to figure that out!
@@Sean_Hannon I really can't remember how it was done maybe something like pushing the heat control buttons together I will try and get back to you if I figure it out.
Look in the Climate menu, and the seats & steering wheel heat controls are in that sub-menu.
I got stuck on a screen and can’t swipe to where I need to
Much easier than when I did this with Forscan
Go Dawgs!
The gt screen looks very much like my '16 Escape
does It really?
It works on edge as well
I use to change my splash screen on 2016 MKZ hybrid to ---- Mustang Shelby but I can't find the sequence on 2019 Ford Fusion Hybrid as it doesn't have a CD player hence no forward button.. Anyone knows the buttons to use? Thanks for the tip.
Not totally sure i bet there is a way to access the testing settings some how though where you can activate it
The next button on the steering wheel and on the radio with the car in accessory mode
I hate the delay when we have the phone watching something. This delay is aggrivating.
It’s awful
If you have a 2021 super duty don’t even try Lincoln screens. You’ll be sorry as I am
What happened?
If you mean that you're sorry because you can't get it to original screen or it won't 'lock' on future changes, just disconnext the battery for 5-10 seconds. Reconnect your battery & your screen will be back to default.
The screen size is set up too large for the Lincoln screen to work on a 2021 F-450. Had to disconnect the batteries
Does this work for 2014 Ford F-150?
I am not sure to be honest with you!
My 2013 F-150 doesn’t have that touch screen
It would be cool to do an upgraded screen if you had the funds!
this worked great!
Heck yeah
Can't get it to work on 2015 f150 lariat
Hmmm I think it’s a different sync system then.
@@Sean_Hannon just found out I have sync with myford touch. It's basically sync 2 and I believe you have sync 3. Thanks anyways for the video!
Cool, any way on doing tire size change ??
Forscan
How do you keep the theme to stay in the new mode and prevent it from reverting back to ford timeless. Each time you shut off and restart
Fortunately and unfortunately this is possible however you have to use what’s called forscan to go in and enable the changes permanently. There are many video on RUclips on how to do this particular thing.
@@Sean_Hannon do not change it to Focus ST on 2020 f150. it uses the 2020 focus screen from europe which is much longer and locks you out changing the settings. for a while.
Simply choose your screen, then go back into Settings, and select the SAME theme as you just did. Now, power down the ignition, exit the truck, close all the doors, re-enter the truck, power up (but NOT start) and verify the setting.
@@joelomeli2396 No. You can disconnect the battery for 5 or 10 seconds, reconnect it, and then change the settings back.
Great video man. Thank you. 👊🏻
Appreciate you!
@@Sean_Hannon I’m going
it doesnt work on the 15 f150 lariat
It works in sync 3 I think your 2015 is sync 2
Sweet!!! Awesome video. Thanks for the hack
Yes sir! Like the video and subscribe for more!
2022 Ranger?
What are ya asking
If this works with the 2022 Ranger?
@@Sean_Hannon I’m picking up the new truck tomorrow and just curious if it works with that truck as well?
2018 explorer. It works but won't stay.
It won’t stay unless you program it using forscan or a gentlemen commented on here a way to get it to stay by disconnecting the battery!
You didn't press enable setting like you did to get the gt emblem
🤦🏼♂️
Doesn’t work on a 2015 F150. It just changes the stations.
Same with my 2013 fx4
I believe sync 3 or higher I should have clarified
Does anyone know how to get the music on your phone to play thru the Bluetooth? 18 Ford F150
You can’t get it to work in the Bluetooth setting?
Plug the usb cord into the phone and make sure apple or android auto is on? Mine auto connects
turn BT Off and then on and you should reconnect
Thank you!
Bro seriously? If you don't have push to start, you don't need the secret key spot if your fob battery is dead. Just use the key like normal! 🤦🏼♂️
I know 😂
@@Sean_Hannon otherwise, thanks for the tip! It works on sync 4 too but the themes option isn't there. Oh well. ✌️
It’s not loud enough for me
Crank it up
The second key slot is to reset and set mykey settings
Took me 4 seconds before I stopped the video. Thanks for all the yelling.
Did not work on my 2017 F150.. Too bad I liked what it was going to do.. Or did I do something wrong. If you know please let me know.. Thanks
I will see if I can figure it out! It works for my 2018 no problem but it didn’t work for my buddy’s 2015 either.
Do you have sync 3 or sync 2? To my knowledge it will only work on sync 3
@@Sean_Hannon Sync 3
Update, it does work on my 2017 F150. Not sure why it didn't work the 1st few times I tried it. Not sure but I think the radio needs to be on and at low volume. Thanks
Does that work on 97 model
With a sync 3 upgrade yes
You didn't push enable?
Enable test settings?
They removed the GT theme when you update sync
Ill have To go check it out in my truck🤦🏼♂️
@@Sean_Hannon I was pretty sad. I loved the GT theme.
Just got a 350 lariat, and unfortunately I’m pretty underwhelmed with the whole touch screen system on it. It’s non responsive, it skips, and the blue tooth connection goes in and out of connection. Haven’t been able to listen to more than ten seconds of any song or video and the way it syncs up to what’s on my iPhone screen… is like pointless. If it’s linked, why … Ugh, I dunno. Thought American made vehicles were finally stepping up their interior tech game.
Should have got a Ram! Their's is perfect!
Looks like 2022 fords have some hope
you didnt hit enable test settings
Correct
I didn't know you program a ford with foreskin xD
Lmao 🤣
He didnt press the final button to keep the raptor format.
And what is the final button?
The final button
Changed my 2018 f-150 and now my navigation does not work ! Thanks !!
You must of don’t it wrong 🤷🏼♂️
Holy cocaine!
Holy shit
I have sync 3 in my 2019 Ford ranger and it didn’t work😕
You couldn’t get it to work??? Did you follow the same steps?
@@Sean_Hannon yep 😔
Your like 3 years late.. to this old news
Thank you!
I mean come on. This dude has a very informative video that maybe , just maybe some have not seen. Like me. Sweet vid man. Thumbs up
I think I’m later than you on this I just found this out yesterday February 28, 2021
@@LivinWith3M appreciate it!!
@@pillar350 some people who have not owned a ford or cared to look keep finding this out every day! Pretty cool little hack!
Bet his speakers don't work now😂
They sound better
that is to program your key
👍🏼👍🏼🔥
Couldn't get past the intro.
Great, skip it
Ugh, I thought this was something new to me, unfortunately it's not.
But it is cool!
A.D.D.?
F.Y.M.?
You know you can just jailbreak your iPhone and does shit for CHEAP‼️‼️‼️
Yeee buddy
Ok dude my screen just went black and did what u said
If your screen went black then maybe you missed a step?
Thanx for the reply but had to reset it on my 2020
@@jasonsheffield1435 how did you reset you truck radio after trying to change the theme
@@troykennedy7003 factory reset cause this theme thing don't work