
GENERAL INFORMATION
CAUTIONS
Take care when handling external
devices with exposed electrical
connectors (such as the USB plug).
Always replace the protective cap/shield
when possible. There may be a risk of
electrostatic discharge causing damage
to the device. Do not touch or handle the USB
socket in the vehicle. Cover the
socket when not in use.
Only use USB Mass-Storage device
compliant devices.
Always switch your audio unit to a
different source (for example the
radio) before unplugging the USB
device. Do not install or connect USB hubs
or splitters.
Note:The system is only designed to
recognize and read suitable audio files from a USB device that conforms to theUSB Mass-Storage device class or aniPod. Not all available USB devices can beguaranteed to function with the system.
Note:It is possible to connect compatible
devices with a trailing USB lead as well as those that plug into the vehicle USBsocket directly (for example USB memorysticks and pen drives).
Note:Some USB devices with a higher
power consumption may not be compatible (for example some larger harddrives).
Note:Access time to read the files on
the external device will vary depending upon factors such as the file structure,size and device content.
The system supports a range of external
devices, to fully integrate with your audio
unit via the USB and auxiliary input
sockets. Once connected, control of the
external device is possible via the audio
unit.
A list of typical compatible devices are
shown below:
• USB memory sticks
• USB portable hard drives
• MP3 players with USB connection
• iPod media players (refer to
www.ford-mobile
-connectivity.com
for latest
compatibility list).
The system is USB 2.0 full speed
compatible, USB 1.1 host compliant and
supports FAT 16/32 file systems.
Information on audio file
structures for external devices
USB
Create only a single partition on the USB
device.
If playlists are created, they must contain
correct file paths referenced to the USB
device. It is recommended to create the
playlist after the audio files have been
transferred to the USB device.
Playlists must be created in .m3u format.
Audio files must be in .mp3 format.
Do not exceed the following limits:
• 1000 items per folder (files, folders and
playlists)
• 5000 folders per USB device
(including playlists)
• 8 subfolder levels.
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To enable voice control for custom
playlists and folders, follow the procedure
below:
•
Create folders named with the
structure
"Ford<*>" where <*> is a
number 1-10. For example "Ford3"
without an extension.
• Create playlists named with the
structure
"Ford<*>.m3u" where <*>
is a number 1-10. For example
"Ford5.m3u" without any space
between "Ford"and the number.
Thereafter, custom folders and playlists
will be selectable with voice control. See
Audio unit commands (page 183).
iPod
To enable voice control for custom
playlists, create playlists named with the
structure "Ford<*>" where <*> is a
number 1-10. For example "Ford7"
without any space between "Ford"and
the number.
Thereafter, playlists will be selectable with
voice control. See Audio unit
commands (page 183).
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL
DEVICE WARNING
Make sure the external device is
securely mounted within the vehicle,
and that trailing connections do not
obstruct any of the driving controls. External devices may be connected using
the auxiliary input socket and the USB
port. See
Auxiliary input (AUX IN)
socket (page 99). See USB port(page
100). Connection
Plug in the device, and if necessary
secure it to prevent movement within the
vehicle.
Connecting an iPod
For optimum convenience and audio
quality, we recommend that you purchase
a dedicated single connection lead
available from your dealer.
Alternatively, it is possible to connect your
iPod using the standard iPod USB cable
and a separate 3.5mm audio jack lead. If
using this method preset the iPod volume
to maximum and turn off any equalizer
settings before making the connections:
•
Connect the headphone output of the
iPod to the AUX IN socket.
• Connect the USB cable from the iPod
to the vehicle USB socket.
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL
DEVICE - VEHICLES WITH:
BLUETOOTH
Connecting a Bluetooth audio
device CAUTION
As various standards exist,
manufacturers are able to implement
a variety of profiles in their Bluetooth
devices. Because of this, an
incompatibility can occur between the
Bluetooth device and the system, which
in some cases may limit system
functionality. To avoid this situation, only
recommended devices should be used.
Please visit the website
www.ford-mobile-connectivity.com
for full details. 201
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Bonding the device
Note:Some audio and navigation units
have a separate Bluetooth audio menu. Use this to access setup and control.
To connect the device to the system
follow the same procedure as for
Bluetooth hands free phones. See
Bluetooth setup (page 176).
Operating the device
Select Bluetooth audio as the active
source.
Tracks can be accessed by skipping
forwards and backwards using the
steering wheel controls, or directly from
the audio unit controls.
USING A USB DEVICE
Various icons are used to identify types
of audio file, folders etc. USB device is the active source
Folder
Playlist
Album
Artist
Filename
Track title Information not available
Sony radio
Operation
Select the USB device as the audio
source by repeatedly pressing the
CD/AUX button until USB appears in the
display. After first connecting the USB
device, the first track within the first folder
will start to play automatically.
Subsequently, following audio source
switching, the position of playback on the
USB device is remembered.
To browse the device contents, press the
up/down arrow key or the OK button
once.
The display will show the track
information, together with other important
information described below:
• A vertical scroll bar on the right side of
the display shows the current position
of the folder view.
• ">" after an entry indicates a further
level down is readable (for example a
folder named after an album, with
individual album tracks within that
folder).
• "<" before the list indicates that a
further level up is readable.
• Icons to the left of track/folder text
indicate the type of file/folder. Refer
to the list for an explanation of these
icons.
To navigate the USB device contents, use
the up/down arrow keys to scroll through
lists, and the left/right keys to move up or
down within the folder hierarchy. Once
your desired track, playlist or folder is
highlighted, press the OK button to select
playback.
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Note:If you wish to jump to the top level
of the USB device contents, press and hold the left arrow key.
Audio control
Press the left and right arrow keys to skip
backwards and forwards through tracks.
Press and hold the left/right arrow keys
to enable fast rewind/fast forward through
track content.
Press the up/down arrow key or the OK
button to browse the device contents.
Press the MENU key to enter the USB
menu. It is possible to enable shuffle and
repeat functions here with respect to
folders and playlists.
Press the SCAN button to scan the whole
device, current folder or a playlist if it is in
operation.
Press the INFObutton to display the
following:
• filename
• title
• artist
• album
• track number and playing time.
Repeated button presses will scroll
through these displays.
CD Navigation units
Operation
Select the USB device as the audio
source by pressing the CD/AUXbutton
until DEVICES appears in the display.
Select DEVICES and then select USB from
the available device list. After first
connecting the USB device, the first track
within the first folder will start to play
automatically. Subsequently, following
audio source switching, the position of
playback on the USB device is
remembered. To browse the device contents, press the
SELECT
button once.
The display will show the track
information, together with other important
information described below:
• A vertical scroll bar on the right side of
the display shows the current position
of the folder view.
• ">" after an entry indicates a further
level down is readable (for example a
folder named after an album, with
individual album tracks within that
folder).
• "<" to the left hand side of the display
indicates that a further level up is
readable.
• Icons to the left of track/folder text
indicate the type of file/folder. Refer
to the list for an explanation of these
icons.
To navigate the USB device contents, use
the rotary scroll/select button to browse
through lists. Push the button to expand
the contents within the highlighted playlist
or folder, or to commence playback of a
particular track. Press ESCto go up one
level.
Audio control
Press the SEEKup and down keys to
skip backwards and forwards through
tracks.
Press and hold the SEEKkeys to enable
fast rewind/fast forward through track
content.
Rotate or press the SELECTbutton to
browse the device contents.
Press SHUFFLE or REPEAT buttons to
enable shuffle and repeat functions with
respect to folders and playlists. Different
options may appear depending upon
whether or not a playlist is in operation.
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Press the SCAN button to scan the
current playlist if it is in operation, or the
complete USB device or folder.
Press the
INFObutton to display the
following:
• filename
• title
• artist
• album
• track number and playing time.
DVD Navigation units
Operation
Select the USB device as the audio
source by pressing the CD/AUXbutton
until the USB button appears to the left of
the display. Select USB from the available
device list.
Note:Some devices may be shown but
not selectable, depending if the device is connected or not.
After first connecting the USB device, the
first track within the first folder will start to
play automatically. Subsequently, following
audio source switching, the position of
playback on the USB device is
remembered.
To browse the device contents, press the
scroll up or down arrow button.
The display will show the track
information, together with other important
information described below:
• A vertical scroll bar on the right side of
the display shows the current position
of the folder view.
• ">" after an entry indicates a further
level down is readable (for example a
folder named after an album, with
individual album tracks within that
folder). •
"<" to the left hand side of the display
indicates that a further level up is
readable.
• Icons to the left of track/folder text
indicate the type of file/folder. Refer
to the list for an explanation of these
icons.
To navigate the USB device contents, use
the scroll buttons to browse through lists.
Push the button to expand the contents
within the highlighted playlist or folder, or
to commence playback of a particular
track. Press the left arrow key to go up
one level.
Audio control
Press the SEEKup and down keys to
skip backwards and forwards through
tracks.
Press and hold the SEEKkeys to enable
fast rewind/fast forward through track
content.
Press the scroll bar arrow keys to browse
the device contents.
Press SHUFFLE or REPEAT buttons to
enable shuffle and repeat functions with
respect to folders and playlists.
Press the SCAN button to scan the
current playlist if it is in operation, or the
complete USB device or folder.
Press the INFObutton to display the
following:
• filename
• title
• artist
• album
• track number and playing time.
USING AN IPOD
Various icons are used to identify types
of audio file, folders etc.
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A
A/C
See: Climate control....................................80
About this handbook................................5
ABS See: Brakes..................................................112
ABS driving hints See: Hints on driving with ABS..................112
Accessories See: Parts and accessories..........................5
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS).......................................................49
Adjusting the steering wheel.................39
Adjusting the windscreen washer jets...........................................................43
AFS See: Adaptive front lighting system
(AFS)........................................................... 49
Air conditioning See: Climate control....................................80
Air vents....................................................80
Alarm.........................................................37
All-wheel drive (AWD).............................111
Appendices.............................................211
Arming the alarm.....................................37 Automatic arming delay..............................37
Interior sensors.............................................37
Arming the engine immobiliser.............36
Audible warnings and indicators..........66 Automatic transmission..............................66
Frost............................................................... 66
Key-in-ignition............................................... 67
Key outside car.............................................66
Lights on........................................................67
Low fuel..........................................................67
Seat belt reminder........................................67
Audio control...........................................39 Mode.............................................................. 40
Seek............................................................... 40
Volume........................................................... 39
Audio unit commands..........................183 Auxiliary input...............................................189
CD Changer.................................................184
CD Player.....................................................183
External devices - iPod...............................191
External devices - USB..............................189
Radio............................................................. 186Auto-dimming mirror..............................62
Autolamps................................................47
Automatic climate control.....................83
Air distribution...............................................85
Blower............................................................ 84
Mono mode..................................................84
Recirculated air.............................................85
Setting the temperature.............................84
Switching off the automatic climate control........................................................ 85
Switching the air conditioning on and off................................................................ 85
To switch mono mode back on.................84
To switch mono mode off...........................84
Windscreen defrosting and demisting................................................... 85
Automatic transmission........................108 Emergency park position release
lever........................................................... 110
Hints on driving with an automatic transmission............................................. 110
Manual shifting - Vehicles with a 5 speed transmission............................................ 109
Selector lever positions.............................108
Sport mode and manual shifting - Vehicles with a 6 speed transmission.................109
Autowipers................................................41
Auxiliary heater........................................86 Diesel auxiliary heater (depending on
country)..................................................... 89
Fuel operated heater (depending on country)..................................................... 89
Parking heater..............................................86
Auxiliary input (AUX IN) socket..............99
Auxiliary power sockets.........................97 Power inverter...............................................97
AWD See: All-wheel drive (AWD).........................111
B
Bluetooth setup.....................................176 Handling of phones....................................176
Requirements for Bluetooth
connection............................................... 176
Bonnet lock See: Opening and closing the bonnet.....142
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Index

Switching off the engine.......................103
Vehicles with a turbocharger....................103
Symbols glossary......................................5 Symbols in this handbook.............................5
Symbols on your vehicle...............................5
T
Technical specifications.........................171 Technical specifications..............................171
Telephone commands.........................192 Create a phonebook.................................195
Main settings...............................................197
Phone........................................................... 192
Phone functions..........................................193
Telephone controls................................177 Remote control...........................................177
Telephone setup....................................175 Bond another Bluetooth phone...............176
Making a phone an active phone............175
Phonebook.................................................. 175
Phonebook categories..............................175
Telephone...............................................175 General information....................................175
Telephone See: Using the telephone - Vehicles With:
Navigation System.................................180
See: Using the telephone - Vehicles Without: Navigation System..................................177
Toll reader.................................................99
Towing a trailer.......................................127 Steep gradients...........................................127
Towing points.........................................140
Towing the vehicle on four wheels..................................................140
All vehicles....................................................140
Vehicles with automatic transmission............................................. 141
Towing.....................................................127
Transmission..........................................108
Type approvals.......................................211 FCC/INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE..........211
RX-42 - declaration of conformity............211
Tyre care.................................................166
Tyre pressure monitoring system.......167 System reset...............................................167
Tyre pressures See: Technical specifications....................168 Tyre repair kit...........................................161
Checking the tyre pressure......................164
General information....................................161
Inflating the tyre...........................................162
Using the tyre repair kit...............................161
Tyres See: Wheels and tyres...............................156
U
USB port.................................................100
Using an iPod........................................204 CD Navigation units...................................206
DVD Navigation units.................................206
Sony radio...................................................205
Using a USB device..............................202 CD Navigation units...................................203
DVD Navigation units.................................204
Sony radio...................................................202
Using booster cables............................154 To connect the booster cables................154
To start the engine.....................................155
Using cruise control..............................120 Cancelling the set speed...........................121
Changing the set speed............................120
Resuming the set speed............................121
Setting a speed...........................................120
Switching cruise control off.......................121
Switching cruise control on.......................120
Using seat belts during pregnancy......25
Using snow chains................................166 Vehicles with stability control (ESP)..........167
Using stability control.............................113
Using the parking aid.............................115 Manoeuvring with the parking aid............115
Switching the parking aid on and off........115
Using the rear view camera..................117 Activating the rear view camera...............117
Deactivating the rear view camera..........119
Using the display..........................................117
Vehicles with parking aid............................119
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