FAQ
How much do Ford Connected Services cost?
Available Connected Services pricing varies by service and by Ford vehicle, year, and model. Use the Ford app to connect your Ford to your phone, view available Connected Services plans and prices, and activate complimentary trials specific to your Ford vehicle VIN.
Not yet a Ford Owner? Browse and add specific available Connected Services online when building and pricing a new Ford vehicle, add Connected Services at your dealership, or add them later in Ford app.
Why should I download the Ford app and activate my vehicle modem?
Because it unlocks access to features that let you remotely control and manage your vehicle. Downloading the Ford app and activating your vehicle’s modem connects your Ford to your phone so you can use features like available Phone As A Key
, door lock/unlock, and remote start/stop. It also lets you remotely check your current mileage, fuel level, and tire pressure.
Downloading the Ford app and activating your modem is also the first step in activating available Connected Services complimentary trials and paid add-on services like BlueCruise
. Available Connected Services vary by vehicle, year, and model, so connecting your Ford to your phone ensures you can view all available complimentary and paid services.
How do I activate a Ford Connected Service?
Downloading the Ford app and activating your modem is the first step in activating Connected Services complimentary trials and paid add-on services like BlueCruise. Once your Ford vehicle is added to your Ford app garage, you can view, activate, buy, and cancel your VIN-specific Connected Services from within the Ford app. If you don’t have an app-enabled smartphone, you can also manage your Connected Services by logging into your Ford account on the web.
Is Wi-Fi® required for Ford Connected Services?
No, Wi-Fi is not required to activate your modem or use Connected Services. After you download the Ford app, you can connect your Ford vehicle to your phone vehicle using just your smartphone and your cellular service data plan. Message and data rates may apply. If you are having trouble activating your vehicle's modem, contact your local dealer for support or call 800-392-3673.
Is Wi-Fi® required for over-the-air software updates
?
No, Wi-Fi is not required as most software updates are downloaded and installed while you drive, if you have automatic updates turned on, via the vehicle's activated modem. Some software updates require the vehicle to be parked with the ignition off during installation, in which case we encourage you to use Wi-Fi to help ensure a faster, uninterrupted download. When not connected to Wi-Fi, software updates will be delivered directly to your vehicle using the vehicle modem via cellular connection.
I bought my Ford vehicle used. Do I get any complimentary free trials?
Currently, complimentary trials are included on eligible new and certified pre-owned Ford vehicle purchases with trial lengths varying by model. But you can still connect your phone to your Ford vehicle via the Ford app to view, purchase, and manage available Connected Services.