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Old Dec 8, 2019 | 09:40 PM
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SYNC connect is receiving data

SYNC connect is receiving data and location for remote features. Advise occupants."

Whats does this mean. After master reset this comes on
overtime I start my truck.
 
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Old Dec 8, 2019 | 10:58 PM
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Big Brother is watching you? The Owner's Manual probably covers what data is being recorded.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 07:59 AM
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I have noticed this lately too....haven't done any master resets though. Truck only has 2200 miles on it. Curious to know what it means or is doing....
 
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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 02:27 PM
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Originally Posted by FONRDAY
SYNC connect is receiving data and location for remote features. Advise occupants."

Whats does this mean. After master reset this comes on
overtime I start my truck.
No different than your cell phone knowing your location and receiving data.

With that being said, FordPass Connect uses AT&T so it’s just another mobile data plan.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 03:15 PM
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My satellite antenna on the roof is unplugged.
 
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I have noticed this lately too....haven't done any master resets though. Truck only has 2200 miles on it. Curious to know what it means or is doing....
Mine started 2200 miles to weird.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2019 | 05:41 PM
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I think it’s the FordPass app - alerting you to yhe fact that the app is active on someone’s phone

 
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