How do I set the clock with SYNC?

You can adjust your Lincoln vehicle's time through the clock settings of your SYNC®* system.

Changing the Time on Your Clock

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to adjust the time and settings of your vehicle's clock. If you need assistance determining the generation of your SYNC system, select the first drop-down option. 

Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Generation

Select a resource in the table below to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC generation.

ResourceInstructions
SYNC and Navigation Updates page

Either:

Your SYNC generation will appear on the right side of the page under the “SYNC Current Version” heading.

SYNC Visual Reference GuideView example images of SYNC generations that Lincoln has offered.

SYNC 4

To set the time with SYNC 4:

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

To adjust automatic time change settings with SYNC 4:

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

SYNC 3

To personalize your clock settings with 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 with MyLincoln Touch®

To personalize your clock settings using SYNC with MyLincoln Touch:

  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.

Additional Information

How do I check for SYNC updates?

*Don't drive while distracted or while using handheld devices. Use voice-operated systems when possible. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear.  Not all features are compatible with all phones.