How do you turn on ambient lighting on a Ford Bronco?
Turn on ambient lighting in a Ford Bronco by using the SYNC infotainment system: Settings > Vehicle > Lighting > Ambient Lighting. Toggle the feature On and choose a color. The availability of ambient lighting depends on the model year and trim, so some configurations may not include it.
What to know before you start
Ambient lighting adds soft illumination to interior surfaces like the instrument cluster, door panels, and footwells. It is controlled from the vehicle’s touchscreen on most newer Bronco models, but not all trims include the feature. If you can’t find the option, your Bronco may not support ambient lighting or may require a software update or a specific package.
Model-year and trim considerations
Ford introduced ambient lighting as part of interior lighting options that are more widely available on mid- to higher-trim configurations or with optional packages. The exact color palette and illuminated zones can vary by year and build. If you’re unsure, check the owner’s manual or the vehicle’s equipment list for your specific Bronco.
How to enable ambient lighting
Follow these steps on the Bronco’s touchscreen to enable ambient lighting and set an initial color.
- Start the Bronco and ensure the infotainment system is powered (ignition on or accessory mode).
- From the home screen, tap Settings. If you see Vehicle instead, select that.
- Navigate to Lighting or Ambient Lighting within Settings/Vehicle.
- Toggle Ambient Lighting On, then select a color and adjust brightness if available.
- Choose which zones to illuminate if the option is presented (for example instrument cluster, door panels, and footwells).
With these steps, ambient lighting should illuminate according to your selections. If you don’t see the option, the feature may not be installed on your Bronco or your software may need an update.
Customizing color and zone options
Once ambient lighting is enabled, you can fine-tune color, brightness, and the illuminated zones. The exact palette and zone options vary by year and trim, but you’ll typically be able to do the following:
- Choose from multiple colors; some trims offer a broader palette than others.
- Adjust brightness to set the intensity from subtle to vivid.
- Enable or disable lighting for zones such as the instrument cluster, doors, and footwells.
After configuring, the changes should save automatically or require you to press Apply, depending on your software version.
Troubleshooting and tips
If ambient lighting isn’t turning on or behaving as expected, try these steps:
If you don’t see Ambient Lighting in the menu
Confirm your Bronco’s trim and options package support ambient lighting. Check the owner’s manual or the Ford website for your exact build. A software update may also be required.
If colors won’t change or lights appear dim
Make sure the brightness slider isn’t set to minimum and that you’re not in a mode where ambient lighting is limited (for example during daytime or in certain drive modes). Some settings may reset after an ignition cycle or during updates.
Summary
Ambient lighting in a Ford Bronco is controlled through the SYNC infotainment system. Enable it in Settings, Vehicle, Lighting, or Ambient Lighting, and pick a color and zones if your configuration supports them. Availability varies by model year and trim, so some Broncos may not have the feature. When present, you can customize the color, brightness, and illuminated areas to suit your mood and driving conditions.
How do I turn on ambient light in my car?
And then lights. Here you'll find ambient light where you can set things like the brightness. The option to dim while driving. Or even the color which you can have linked to your drive mode.
How do you set the ambient light on a Ford?
The Ambient Lighting control is located on the overhead console. To choose a colour: Turn the centre control knob until you feel a slight indent. Once the lights come on, twist it in either direction to adjust the brightness.
Do Bronco sports have ambient lighting?
From the available ambient lighting to the thoughtfully placed interior grab handles, the Bronco Sport's interior is crafted with attention to detail.
How to turn on ambient lighting in Bronco?
Select the settings option on the feature bar. Select Vehicle. Select Ambient Light.
