How do you change the ambient light on a Ford Edge?
In most Ford Edge models, you can customize interior ambient lighting by using the vehicle’s touchscreen infotainment system or the instrument cluster menu. The exact path varies by year and trim, but color and brightness controls are typically available.
Ambient lighting enhances the cabin mood with selectable colors and brightness levels. This guide covers the common methods across older MyFord Touch systems and newer SYNC setups, plus what to do if your Edge lacks ambient lighting entirely.
Two primary paths to ambient lighting control
Different Edge generations use different interfaces. Here are the typical routes depending on your infotainment system.
Older Edge models with MyFord Touch
For Edge models equipped with MyFord Touch, access interior ambient lighting through the center touchscreen by navigating Settings and then Vehicle/Lighting options.
- Start the car and turn on the interior lights to reveal the color options.
- Tap Settings on the touchscreen, then select Vehicle or Vehicle Settings.
- Choose Lighting or Ambient Lighting from the list of options.
- Pick a color from the color palette and adjust the brightness using the on-screen slider.
- Exit the menu; the new color and brightness should apply to the cabin lights.
Note: If you don't see color options, your trim may only support white/blue backlighting or brightness control, or you may need to enable ambient lighting in a separate menu.
Newer Edge models with SYNC 3 or SYNC 4
On Edge models with SYNC 3 or the newer SYNC 4 interfaces, ambient lighting is accessed within the Settings of the infotainment system as well, but the path uses SYNC's app UI.
- Turn on the ignition and ensure interior lights can be seen (some colors are only accessible when lights are on).
- From the home screen, open Settings, then Vehicle or Interior Lighting (the exact label may vary by software version).
- Select Ambient Lighting or Interior Lighting, then choose a color from the palette and adjust brightness or intensity.
- Apply or save your choice; the ambient lighting should update immediately.
If your Edge lacks ambient lighting options in the menu, your model may not support color-changing ambient lighting, or the feature may be disabled by the dealer or restricted to higher trims.
Common issues and troubleshooting
Some Edge trims lock ambient lighting color to a default option when the vehicle is in specific driving modes or when headlights are off. If changes don’t appear, try: turning on the interior lights; switching driving modes; performing a system reboot by restarting the infotainment system or the vehicle; checking for software updates; consulting the owner’s manual for your exact model year.
Summary
Most Ford Edge owners can customize interior ambient lighting via the infotainment system by going to Settings > Vehicle/Lighting (or Interior Lighting) and selecting a color and brightness. The exact steps depend on whether the car uses MyFord Touch or SYNC 3/4, and some trims may not support color changes at all. If in doubt, consult the owner’s manual or contact a Ford dealer for guidance tailored to your year and trim.
