What do I do if my SYNC®* Navigation is unable to find a GPS signal?

Your Navigation system may indicate that it cannot find a GPS signal (red X icon). This icon may display under normal operation in an area with poor GPS access, such as parking garages or other covered areas.

If this icon is displaying continuously, you are not in a poor GPS access area, and the map is not showing the vehicle in an accurate location, this likely means an issue has occurred.

Troubleshooting

Identify your version of SYNC from the table below, then select the appropriate dropdown for further instructions.

SYNC 3 SYNC with MyLincoln Touch SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation

SYNC 3

SYNC with MyLincoln Touch

SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation

SYNC 3

SYNC with MyLincoln Touch

SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation

A Master Reset will not affect the navigation system on vehicles equipped with SYNC with Voice-Activated Navigation. Contact your local Lincoln Retailer if the issue persists. 

Additional Information

Why am I getting a "Navigation SD card fault" message on SYNC with MyLincoln Touch?
How do I perform a SYNC module reset?
How do I perform a SYNC master reset?


*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.