How to set the clock in SYNC
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How to Set the Clock in SYNC

Please select the version of SYNC your vehicle has from the options below to view the correct steps. You can also check your Owner Manual for further details.

SYNC 4A

To set the time:

  1. Click on the Vehicle image on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Settings.
  3. Tap Clock.
  4. Use the Arrow buttons to adjust the time.

To adjust automatic time change settings:

  1. Click on the Vehicle image on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
  3. Tap Clock Settings.
  4. Switch Automatic time zone update on or off. 

SYNC 4

To set the time:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Clock Settings.
  3. Use the Arrow buttons to adjust the time.

Note: The AM and PM options are not available in the 24-hour mode.

To adjust automatic time change settings:

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap Clock Settings.
  3. Switch Automatic time zone update on or off. 

SYNC 3

  1. Press Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Press Clock:
    • Set the time using the + or - signs.
    • Press AM or PM to choose between morning or afternoon.
    • Choose a clock format (12-hour or 24-hour mode).
    • Turn on Automatic Time Zone update (for navigation-equipped vehicles).
    • Set the clock to GPS time (for navigation-equipped vehicles).

SYNC 2

  1. Press the clock display on top of your SYNC screen.
  2. Press + or - to adjust the time.
  3. Press AM or PM to choose between morning or afternoon.
  4. Use the Up and Down arrows to set your preferences:
    • Set the clock display (date or time).
    • Reset the clock to GPS time (for vehicles equipped with navigation).
    • Display outside temperature.
    • Set Automatic Time Zone updates.
    • Select a 12-hour or 24-hour format.

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