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March 30, 2018 Service bulletin

Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 47201 for 2008-2018 Ford F-150, 2008-2018 Ford Explorer and 2008-2018 Ford Escape and others.

Bulletin number
SSM 47201
Component
Equipment
Summary
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems. If you suspect a system has been modified, the following resources can be used to verify original equipment: Monroney Label (Window Sticker), Professional Technician Society (PTS) OASIS tab  select SYNC or HVBOM. For Genuine Ford accessories use: PTS Workshop Tab  select Dealer Installed Accessory or Accessory Installation.

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