TSB 23-2105

23-2105
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
2021-2022 Bronco - Various SYNC4 Concerns
29 March
2023
Model:
Ford
2021-2022 Bronco
Issue: Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may experience at least one of the following symptoms: blank/frozen
center display screen, Android Auto Apple Carplay connectivity, checkerboard display and/or Bluetooth connectivity.
This may be due to the software in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). To correct the condition, follow
the Service Procedure to reprogram the APIM.
NOTE: The APIM software update that addresses the symptom listed in this article may have been sent via
Ford Power-Up software updates delivered over-the-air (OTA) to connected vehicles that have automatic
updates enabled through the SYNC 4 screen. Enter the vehicle identification number (VIN) in Professional
Technician System (PTS) and check the OTA Dashboard under the Connected Vehicle tab for OTA update
history. If an update to the APIM has successfully completed recently and the customer is reporting the
symptoms are no longer present, this article may not apply.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
• 2021-2022 Bronco
• At least one of the following customer symptoms:
- Blank/frozen center display screen
- Android Auto Apple Carplay connectivity
- Checkerboard display
- Bluetooth connectivity
Parts
Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
Service Part Number Quantity Description
BAGM-94RH7-800
If Needed Battery
If Needed indicates the part is not mandatory.
Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Service Part Warranty
(SPW)/Special Service Part (SSP)/Extended Service Plan (ESP) coverage. Limits/policies/prior approvals are not
altered by a TSB. NVLW/SPW/SSP/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified
using the OASIS part coverage tool.
Labor Times
Operation
No.
Description
2021-2022 Bronco: Reprogram The Appropriate Modules As Required By The Software
Update And Service Procedure (Do Not Use With Any Other Labor Operations)
Repair/Claim Coding
Causal Part:
14G670
Condition Code: 04
Service Procedure
MT232105
Time
Actual
Time
NOTE: Ask the customer to bring their spare key fob to assist in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System
(FDRS) programming. The time required to complete this procedure will vary depending on several factors
including the number of module software updates required, available internet bandwidth, universal serial
bus (USB) flash drive variability, and the potential that controller area network (CAN) flashing (software
update via the data link connector [DLC] with FDRS) may be required. It is recommended to connect to the
internet with an ethernet cable and use a USB 3.0/3.1 capable flash drive when performing software updates.
1. Start an FDRS session and navigate to Toolbox tab > Datalogger > body control module (BCM) and select the
BATT_SOC parameter identification (PID). Verify the PID reads 80% or higher. If state of charge (SOC) is less than
80%, charge the battery then navigate back to Toolbox tab > BCM > Reset Battery Monitor Sensor Learned Values
application. Perform the battery monitor sensor (BMS) reset.
(1). If the battery is unable to achieve an 80% SOC then a new battery may be required. Use the Rotunda GRX3590 or DCA-800 testers to verify if replacement is required. If the battery is replaced, fully recharge the new
battery. Then disconnect the Rotunda charger and perform a BMS reset using the FDRS scan tool.
2. Reconnect the battery charger and set it to maintain a vehicle voltage of 12.6-13.6 volts. A low battery state of
charge while performing a software update to any module may result in a repeat Restart Required message in the
vehicle center screen or a message on the FDRS saying Part Number Validation Failed or DID Validation Failed.
3. Are there any updates available for the GWM, APIM or TCU?
(1). Yes - proceed to Step 4.
(2). No - this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 415-00.
4. Perform the Module Software Updating Procedures outlined below for the GWM, APIM and TCU. Perform a
network test after each software update using the latest software level of the FDRS scan tool. This will refresh the
list of modules that have available software updates based current module software levels. Continue performing
software updates until all available software updates for those modules are complete. If any error conditions are
experienced during programming, refer to WSM Section 418-01A > General Procedures > Module Programming
for the Error Condition Table.
Module Software Updating Procedure
NOTE: Depending on the current software level of the modules, all the following updates may not be
required.
The following instructions apply when performing a software update on any of the following modules performed in the
following order:
• 2021 vehicles - GWM, TCU, APIM, GWM, APIM, TCU
• 2022 vehicles - GWM, APM, TCU
NOTE: If the next update is not showing available, perform a network test and recheck availability.
NOTE: A 32GB or larger universal serial bus (USB) flash drive is required for the GWM, TCU and APIM
software updates. USB 3.0 or higher is recommended for faster file transfer.
Make sure the USB flash drive being used is formatted correctly. To see the available drives, hold down the Windows
icon keyboard key and press the E keyboard key. Right click on the USB flash drive and select Properties. If File
System under the General tab is not exFAT, the drive must be formatted.
To format the USB flash drive:
• Right click on the USB flash drive
• Select Format, select exFAT for the File System
• Select Default Allocation Size for the Allocation Unit Size
De-selecting Quick Format is not necessary and will result in a lengthier operation.
1. Using the FDRS, begin module programming by selecting the SW Updates tab. Follow all on-screen instructions
carefully. Perform the next available update.
2. When prompted, connect the USB flash drive to the FDRS.
3. When prompted by the FDRS, safely remove/eject the USB flash drive from the FDRS and connect it to the USB
media hub to install the software into the module. When the USB software update begins, the center display screen
displays a message stating Do Not Remove USB. The update may take 10 minutes or longer to complete.
NOTE: It may take up to 5 minutes for the vehicle to recognize the USB flash drive.
4. When the pop-up stating Restart Required appears on the center display screen:
(1). Turn the ignition off.
(2). Wait for 10 minutes.
(3). Restart the vehicle (key-on vehicle running/ready). The update is still in progress at this time.
NOTE: It may take up to 5 minutes before the center display screen displays Update Successful pop up.
After 5 minutes if Update Successful pop up is not shown on the center display screen, remove the USB and
select yes on the FDRS Was the USB Update Successful prompt (FDRS verifies if the module software
update was successfully installed on the module).
5. Once the pop up stating Update Successful appears in the center display screen, select Close, remove the USB
flash drive from the USB media hub, and select Yes on FDRS indicating the update installed successfully. This
initiates the remaining automated configuration steps and reports the module software part numbers and
application software levels to the Ford online database. Failure to follow this step results in an inaccurate database
as well as omitted, improperly installed, or improperly configured applications (features) such as navigation (if
equipped). It is normal for the module to reset during this step.
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