How to Activate Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 (Splash Screens)

The Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 (Splash Screens) setting allows you to change the startup animation displayed by the Ford SYNC system.

For supported vehicles, the splash-screen configuration is located in the APIM As-Built configuration. Using FORScan, you can modify the relevant APIM configuration field and select a supported boot-screen animation.

Instructions for Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2

Step 1: Connect VCI to Laptop and Vehicle

Connect the VCI diagnostic interface to your laptop and the vehicle.

Open FORScan and make sure the diagnostic interface can communicate with the vehicle.

Step 2: Connect to the Vehicle and Scan

Connect FORScan to the vehicle.

Allow the software to identify the vehicle and read its installed modules.

Before changing any As-Built value, save or record the original configuration so it can be restored if necessary.

Step 3: Choose Configuration and Programming

From the FORScan main menu, select:

Configuration and Programming

This section provides access to the vehicle’s configurable module parameters.

Step 4: Choose APIM Module

Select the APIM (Accessory Protocol Interface Module).

The APIM is the module associated with the SYNC infotainment system and its configuration.

For SYNC 2 systems, the splash-screen setting is documented under the APIM As-Built configuration.

Step 5: Select 7D0-02-01

Locate the following As-Built address: 7D0-02-01

The relevant field is: 7D0-02-01: xxxx-xxXX-xxxx

This field is identified as: Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 (Splash Screens).

Step 6: Change the Splash Screen Value

The available values depend on the supported APIM configuration.

Examples documented for this field include:

Value	Boot Screen / Animation
00	Default / Not Programmed
01	Ford / Lincoln
03	Lincoln Black Label
04	Lincoln Presidential
05	Raptor
06	Non-Shelby Mustang
07	Shelby Mustang
08	Vignale
09	Shelby Mustang R1
0A	Revised Ford Welcome Animation Strategy
0C	RS

The exact availability can depend on the SYNC/APIM version and vehicle configuration.

For example, if the original value in the relevant field is: 01 and you want to select another supported animation, change only the corresponding field value while keeping the remaining As-Built data unchanged.

Step 7: Write the Configuration

After confirming the new value, write the configuration to the APIM using FORScan.

Follow the software prompts and wait until the configuration process is completed.

Do not interrupt the vehicle or diagnostic connection during the write process.

Step 8: Restart the SYNC System

After the configuration has been written, cycle the ignition or restart the SYNC system as required by the vehicle.

The selected boot animation should appear during the SYNC startup sequence if the configuration and SYNC software support the selected splash screen.

Expected Result

After successful configuration, the SYNC system displays the selected boot screen animation / splash screen during startup.

The available splash screens are not universal across all Ford vehicles. The result depends on the vehicle, APIM, SYNC generation, software/data version and installed configuration.

Important Notes

• Always back up the original As-Built configuration before making changes.
• Change only the intended configuration field.
• Do not assume that every splash-screen value works on every SYNC system.
• Some SYNC 2 splash-screen modifications may require additional files or a USB update process, depending on the specific implementation. Community documentation describes both configuration changes and USB-based file installation for certain splash-screen modifications.
• Verify the exact vehicle and APIM configuration before applying an As-Built change.
• If a configuration does not produce the expected result, restore the original backed-up value.

Compatibility

The Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 parameter is associated with the APIM / SYNC configuration.

However, compatibility should be checked against:

• Ford vehicle model
• Model year
• SYNC generation
• APIM version
• Software/data version
• Existing As-Built configuration
• Available splash-screen resources

Therefore, the same As-Built value should not automatically be treated as a universal solution for every Ford vehicle.

FAQ

What module controls the SYNC splash screen?

The relevant configuration is located in the APIM (Accessory Protocol Interface Module) for the documented SYNC configuration.

What is the As-Built address for Boot Screen Animations?

The documented address is:

7D0-02-01

The relevant field is identified as Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 (Splash Screens).

Can I select different Ford splash screens?

Several splash-screen values are documented, including Ford/Lincoln, Raptor, Mustang, Shelby and Vignale options. Availability depends on the specific SYNC/APIM configuration.

Does this work on every Ford SYNC system?

No. Splash-screen compatibility depends on the SYNC generation, APIM configuration, software/data version and vehicle configuration.

Should I back up the original As-Built data?

Yes. Recording the original configuration provides a reference for restoring the vehicle if the modification does not work as expected.

Conclusion

Changing the Boot Screen Animations Sync Version 2 (Splash Screens) setting is an APIM configuration modification that can change the startup animation displayed by supported Ford SYNC systems.

The key configuration reference is APIM 7D0-02-01. Before making the change, verify the vehicle and SYNC configuration, save the original As-Built data, and use only a value appropriate for the specific system.

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If you have questions about Ford SYNC 2 splash screens, APIM configuration, FORScan coding, or other hidden features, AutoExplain can provide technical guidance and remote support.

If you are not sure which configuration is compatible with your Ford, APIM, SYNC version, or vehicle configuration, contact us before making changes. We can help review the available information and determine the appropriate approach.

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