How do I connect a device to the Wi-Fi Hotspot* in my Lincoln vehicle?
Connect your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot using the device, the Lincoln Way®** App, or the SYNC®*** screen by following the steps below.
Requisitos
Before connecting your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot:
- Your vehicle must be parked, running, and in an open area with no ceilings or dense tree cover.
- El Aplicación Lincoln Way must be downloaded on your mobile device.
- Lincoln Connect must be activated en tu vehículo.
Choose an option below to connect your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot.
Connect to the Hotspot From your Device
Connect your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot by following the steps below.
- Busca Configuración en el menú de tu dispositivo.
- Toggle the Wi-Fi button to ON and wait for the available networks to load.
- Select the name of your vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot (SSID).
Note: If you do not see it listed, try toggling your device's Wi-Fi off and on again. - Ingresa la contraseña de la zona Wi-Fi de tu vehículo para conectar tu dispositivo a la zona Wi-Fi del vehículo.
Connect your Device to the Hotspot From the Lincoln Way App
Connect your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot using the Lincoln Way App by following the steps below.
- Selecciona Vehículo.
- Select Wi-Fi Hotspot under Features & Settings.
Note: If you have started your complimentary trial, but have not set up a data plan, you will be presented with a link to set up a data plan for your Wi-Fi Hotspot.
- Select Settings on your device.
- Toggle the Wi-Fi setting to On.
- Choose your vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot network from the list.
- Enter the password.
- Connect your device to the Wi-Fi hotspot network.
Connect your Device to the Hotspot From the SYNCScreen
Connect your device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi Hotspot using the SYNC screen by following the steps below.
- Select the Vehicle Icon in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Select Vehicle Hotspot from the vertical menu.
- Ensure that Wi-Fi is togged On.
Note: You can toggle the Wi-Fi to the Off position to turn Wi-Fi off. - Tap Settings.
Note: In the settings menu, you can:- Locate the Network Name (SSID) & default password.
- Click Show Password to toggle the visibility of the password on the screen.
- Select Edit to edit the network features.
- Toggle Hotspot Visibility to allow the network to be visible or hidden.
- Change the network name or default password.
- Select Wi-Fi.
- Choose the Wi-Fi hotspot network name (SSID) from the list of available networks.
- Enter the password.
- Connect the mobile device to the Wi-Fi hotspot.
Use the Lincoln Way App to Manage Your Cellular Data Provider Account
Manage your cellular data provider account using the Lincoln Way App by following the steps below.
- Selecciona Vehículo.
- Select Wi-Fi Hotspot under Features & Settings.
- Select Manage My Account.
- Press Go To Wireless Provider.
Note: A notification will appear on the screen indicating that you are leaving the Lincoln Way App and redirecting to the wireless provider's website. - Select Yes.
You will be redirected to the wireless service provider's website to manage your account.
Set Up an Account With AT&T Using Your Device
You can set up an AT&T account using your device by following the steps below.
- Connect to the Wi-Fi hotspot.
Note: You will be taken to the AT&T landing page once you connect your mobile device to the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot for the first time. - Select Sign Up.
- Click Continue after filling in all the required data fields.
If you need additional assistance, contact AT&T Wi-Fi at 1-866-595-0191.
View Your Data Usage With SYNC
You can view your data usage from the SYNC screen by following the steps below.
- Select the Vehicle Icon in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Select Vehicle Hotspot from the vertical menu.
- Press Data Usage.
Your data plan, data expiration date, and data usage will display.
Note: Unlimited data plans will show the plan type, renewal date, and data used.
Información adicional
¿Cómo configuro un plan de datos para la zona Wi-Fi?
¿Cómo activo el módem Lincoln Connect en mi vehículo?
¿Cómo configuro la zona Wi-Fi con SYNC 3?
¿Cómo habilito la zona Wi-Fi de Lincoln Connect?
What do I do if I am having issues with the Wi-Fi Hotspot in my Lincoln vehicle?
*La zona Wi‑Fi incluye una prueba de datos móviles que comienza con la activación de AT&T y vence al finalizar los 3 meses o cuando se usan los 3 GB de datos, lo que ocurra primero, pero no se puede extender más allá del periodo de suscripción de cortesía para características remotas. Para activar, visita www.att.com/lincoln.
**The Lincoln Way App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available through a free download. Se pueden aplicar cargos por mensajes y datos.
***No conduzcas si estás distraído. Usa sistemas operados por voz cuando sea posible; no uses dispositivos portátiles mientras conduces. Algunas funciones pueden estar bloqueadas mientras el vehículo esté en cambio. No todas las características son compatibles con todos los teléfonos.