How to use the audio preset tabs in your Ford vehicle

Video and text guide to using audio preset tabs in a Ford vehicle 

How can you use the audio preset tabs in your vehicle? Below, we have a video and text guide on how to use the audio preset tabs in your Ford vehicle. These tabs allow you to save stations, as you’ll see. Keep reading or skip ahead to the video if you prefer a visual guide. 



Steps to using the SYNC 3 interface to program the preset audio tabs

Time needed: 5 minutes.

Programming the preset audio tabs in your Ford vehicle is a simple task with SYNC 3. As you’ll see in the video below, this process can take under 5 minutes to complete. Here are the steps that you’ll take to program the preset audio tabs in your Ford vehicle using SYNC 3. 

  1. Turn on your vehicle.

    Keep your vehicle in park and turn it on to start up the SYNC 3 system. Do not attempt this while driving.

  2. Select the audio system on your Ford display screen.

    You’ll see your options along the bottom of the screen, including the “Audio” option. You can adjust the volume by turning the knob. 

  3. Select your music source.

    The options for a preset audio tab include AM radio, FM radio, and SiriusXM radio. Select the one with your favorite station that you want to save. 

  4. Find the station that you want to program your audio preset tab for.

    When we are done, this is the station that the audio preset tab will automatically take you to when pressed. 

  5. When on the preferred station, hold down the audio preset tab.

    Hold your finger on the audio preset tab on the touchscreen. You’ll see the station automatically update to the one that you are on. The change is automatically saved. 



How to Set the Audio Preset Tabs for Ford Sync 3 System video by Sherwood Ford 



Share

Recent Posts

Ford F-150 vs. Super Duty: Which truck do I need for towing?

Compare the Ford F-150 vs. Super Duty in towing capability  Figuring out which truck you…

September 10, 2026

What is the Ford Security Package?

Ford Security Package: how it works and why you’ll love it  Many new Ford vehicles come with…

September 8, 2026

2027 Ford Bronco RTR: What we know so far

What do we know about the 2027 Ford Bronco RTR?  You know you can always count…

September 3, 2026

Ford × Oilers Dealer Days At Sherwood Ford Sept 26

Ford and the Edmonton Oilers are bringing Dealer Days to Sherwood Ford on Saturday, September…

September 2, 2026

How to keep your diesel truck from gelling in an Alberta winter

Diesel fuel gelling prevention for your Ford truck  Want to know how to keep your diesel truck from gelling…

September 2, 2026

When is the best time to switch to winter tires in the Edmonton area?

Winter tires for your Ford vehicle near Edmonton, AB  When is the best time to…

September 1, 2026