How do I adjust the navigation volume with SYNC®*?
You can change the volume of the SYNC Navigation directional prompts, while a navigation prompt is playing, using the instructions contained in this article.
Adjusting Route Guidance Prompt Volume
Note: The navigation volume can only be adjusted while the Navigation is in use.
Select your SYNC generation (gen) from the drop-down options below to learn how to change your SYNC Navigation prompt volume:
Identifying Your Vehicle's SYNC Gen
Two resources to help you identify your vehicle's SYNC gen are the:
- SYNC and Navigation Updates page Either:
- Enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and select Check for update.
Log in with your Lincoln credentials, choose a vehicle from your garage, and select Check for updates.
Note: Your SYNC gen will appear on the right-hand side of the page.
- SYNC Visual Reference Guide, which provides example images of SYNC gens that Lincoln has offered.
SYNC 4
To adjust the navigation prompt volume with SYNC 4:
Change the volume while a guidance prompt is playing by either:
- Using the volume controls on your steering wheel (Vol+ or Vol-).
- Turning the audio volume control knob located on the center console.
Note: Navigation voice prompts cannot be enabled or disabled. They are always "on." However, the volume of the prompts can be adjusted.
SYNC 3
To adjust the navigation prompt volume with SYNC 3:
Step 1: Enable the navigation voice prompts.
- Press Settings.
- Select Navigation.
- Press Navigation Preferences.
- Set Guidance Prompts to Voice and Tones.
Step 2: Adjust the navigation voice volume.
- Wait for the navigation voice to begin speaking.
- Before the voice finishes giving directions, adjust the volume using one of the following options:
- Using the volume controls on your steering wheel (Vol+ or Vol-).
- Turning the audio volume control knob located on the center console.
Notes:
- The SYNC voice that you interact with when controlling climate, phone, entertainment, and media devices can be adjusted separately from the Navigation System voice that guides turn-by-turn directions.
- Instructions may vary. For information specific to your vehicle, refer to your Owner's Manual.
SYNC with MyLincoln Touch®
To adjust the navigation prompt volume using SYNC with MyLincoln Touch:
Step 1: Enable the navigation voice prompts.
- Press the Gear icon on your vehicle's SYNC screen.
- Select Settings.
- Press Navigation.
- Select Navigation Preferences.
- Set Guidance Prompts to Voice and Tones.
Step 2: Adjust the navigation voice volume.
- Start a route on your navigation system.
- Press the Repeat Last Step icon in the top right (circle arrow next to Menu).
- While the system is providing route guidance, turn the volume knob to your desired level.
SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation
To adjust the navigation prompt volume using SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation:
Step 1: Enable the navigation prompts.
- Press the Nav hard button.
- Select Navigation Prefs on the left side.
- Set the Guidance Prompts settings to Voice.
Step 2: Adjust the navigation voice volume.
- Press the Menu hard button.
- Select Feedback Settings on the left side.
- Adjust the Voice Volume setting to the desired level.
SYNC P Navigation
To adjust the navigation prompt volume using SYNC P Navigation:
- Press the Menu hard button.
- Select Feedback on the top row of the display screen.
- Set the Navigation Guidance option to ON.
Adjust the Voice Volume selection as needed.
Note: Selecting Test will send out a sound at the current volume level.
Note: Instructions may vary. For information specific to your vehicle, refer to your Owner's Manual.
Additional Information
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How do I set a destination with SYNC navigation?
*Don’t drive while distracted. Use voice-operated systems when possible; don’t use handheld devices while driving. Some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in gear. Not all features are compatible with all phones.