How do I set distance units with SYNC?

How do I set distance units with SYNC?

You can modify the distance units (e.g., change miles to kilometers) using the Settings menu in your SYNC®* system.

Setting Units of Measurements with SYNC

Important: Ensure that your vehicle is on and running in a well-ventilated area and in Park (P).

Select your SYNC generation from the drop-down options below to learn how to modify your SYNC Navigation units of measurement:

Note: 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 change the distance units on your SYNC 4 system:

  1. Select Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Press Measurement Units.
  4. Choose your preferred measurement units (miles or kilometers).

SYNC 3

To change the distance units on your SYNC 3 system:

  1. Touch Settings on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Choose your preferred distance units (miles or kilometers).

SYNC with MyLincoln Touch®

To change the distance units on your SYNC with MyLincoln Touch system:

  1. Touch Menu (gear icon) on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Press System.
  4. Choose your preferred distance units (miles or kilometers).

*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.