Sync 4 12" or 13" APIM

SYNC 4 APIM Replacement or Upgrade Module

This genuine Ford SYNC 4 APIM can be used to replace a faulty APIM or as part of a SYNC 4 upgrade. This is ONLY the APIM, no other parts are included.

Select Non-navigation or Navigation APIM to your preference. Both will work in any vehicle.

For a factory replacement, select Factory SYNC 4 Replacement and provide your VIN. We will pre-program the module to your vehicle at no extra charge.

For custom conversions, please contact us before ordering to confirm compatibility. If approved, select Custom Conversion, and we will pre-program the APIM for your specific setup.

Compatibility

• Works only with large-format SYNC 4 displays
• Does not work with 8" SYNC 4 displays
• Does not work with any SYNC 3 displays

If upgrading from SYNC 3, this harness is required: buy here.

Factory Replacement Notes

• Ships with a recent software version that supports fullscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• SYNC 4 navigation requires a paid Ford subscription. Previous multi-year or lifetime navigation subscriptions may not transfer. An active subscription or trial will continue to work.
• Without an active navigation subscription, the map will display your location, but destination entry will not be available.
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto navigation will continue to work normally.
• OTA updates require the APIM’s ESN to be updated in Ford’s database by a dealer. Updates can also be performed with a J2534 passthrough device and a 2-day FDRS subscription. Contact us for more details.
• All APIMs are genuine Ford modules.

Navigation Options Explained

• Non-Navigation APIM: Does not include built-in maps or navigation. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto work normally.

• Navigation APIM: Includes built-in maps, but navigation routing requires activation. Without activation, you can view the map but cannot enter an address or get directions.

  • Vehicles originally equipped with SYNC 4: You can activate navigation through our remote programming service or purchase a navigation subscription through Ford.
  • Vehicles not originally equipped with SYNC 4: Navigation cannot be activated after purchase. If you want built-in directions, select Navigation APIM + Enable Nav when ordering.

• Navigation APIM + Enable Nav: Only for vehicles not originally equipped with SYNC 4. We activate navigation before shipping so you can enter destinations and use built-in routing.

  Do not select this option for a vehicle originally equipped with SYNC 4. Connecting the APIM to a factory SYNC 4 vehicle will disable the included navigation activation. The programming charge is nonrefundable if this option is purchased for a factory SYNC 4 vehicle.

Warranty

Includes a 1-year parts warranty on functionality.