2012 FORD FLEX AUX

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 16
Message center 18
Entertainment Systems 28
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 28
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37
USB port 38
Satellite radio information 42
Family entertainment system 46
Navigation system 66
SYNC66
Climate Controls 67
Manual heating and air conditioning 67
Dual electronic automatic temperature control 70
Navigation system based climate control 73
Rear window defroster 78
Lights 80
Headlamps 80
Turn signal control 84
Bulb replacement 85
Driver Controls 90
Windshield wiper/washer control 90
Steering wheel adjustment 91
Power windows 100
Mirrors 101
Speed control 103
Moon roof 107
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The default setting isoff.
Use
SEEKto adjust between SPEED OFF and levels1–7:
Increasing the level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows
the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to
compensate for road and wind noise.
Recommended level is1–3;SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting.
DSP MODE (if equipped)):Press
SEEKto choose between
STEREO SURROUND mode and STEREO mode.
Extra Features
AUX:Press repeatedly to cycle
through LINE (auxiliary audio
mode), SYNC(if equipped) and
FES modes (if equipped).
For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to
Auxiliary input jacklater in this chapter.
If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, refer to theSYNCinformation
included with your vehicle for further information.
/Play/Pause:
In CD/DVD mode (if equipped)–
When a CD or DVD is playing in the
family entertainment system, press
this control to play or pause the
current CD/DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in the radio display.
OK:Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media
features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK.
Refer to theSYNCinformation included with your vehicle for further
information.
PHONE:If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access SYNC
PHONE features. Refer to theSYNCinformation included with your
vehicle for further information.
If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NO
PHONE.
Audio system–Navigation system based (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system, it will have an
integrated navigation/audio system. See theNavigation system
supplement for operating instructions on using this audio system.
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
The auxiliary input jack provides a
way to connect your portable music
player to the in-vehicle audio
system. This allows the audio from a
portable music player to be played
through the vehicle speakers with
high fidelity. To achieve optimal
performance, please observe the
following instructions when
attaching your portable music
device to the audio system.
If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer toAuxiliary
input jacksection in theAudio Featureschapter of yourNavigation
Systemsupplement.
Required equipment:
1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones
2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)
connectors at each end
To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:
1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.
2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully
charged and that the device is turned off.
3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output
of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ
in your vehicle.
4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into
the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.
5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the
volume.
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6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or
SYNC LINE IN appears in the display.
You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may
be low.
7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the
level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the
AUX and FM or CD controls.
Troubleshooting:
1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level
outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not
compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices
that have a headphone output with a volume control.
2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is
necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio
system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many
portable music players have different output levels, so not all players
should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full
volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.
3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the
portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or
recharge the batteries in the portable music player.
4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner
when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control
(play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.
5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your
portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is
moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure
location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is
in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the
portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.
USB port (if equipped)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
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Note:The system goes into dual play mode when it is turned on. Audio
from the DVD system will not play over the rear two speakers until dual
play mode is turned off. When dual play mode is turned on, the audio
sound plays over the front two speakers until dual play mode is turned
off.
Note:Each headrest monitor is labeled with an identifier (either A or B)
found in the upper right corner of the system.
To watch a DVD playing in the other headrest system:Press MEDIA
repeatedly until the desired system (Monitor A or Monitor B) appears in
the display.
To play a CD or MP3 disc
The DVD system can play audio CDs, CD-R and CD-R/W, CD-ROM. To
ensure proper disc operation, check the disc for finger prints and
scratches. Clean the disc with a soft cloth, wiping from the center to the
edge.
1. Insert a disc into the system,
label side facing the rear
passengers. The disc slot indicator
lights will illuminate. The system
will automatically load the disc and
it will begin to play. (If it is an MP3,
the MP3 audio disc screen will
display and allow you to access the
folders and files.) The folder, track
and elapsed time will appear in the
status bar. The screen will list the
title, album and file name. Press the arrow controls on the headrest DVD
system to scroll through the folders. When the desired folder is
highlighted, press SEL to confirm the selection.
2. If there is already a disc in the system, press the power button on the
DVD system and then press
(Play) to begin to play the disc.
To play an auxiliary source through the DVD system
The DVD system can be used to connect and play auxiliary electronic
devices (game systems, personal camcorders, video cassette recorders,
etc) and to connect to and access certain files through your USB port.
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1. On the front of each monitor,
located behind the left trim cover
panel, is the headphone input jack
(5). This headphone will listen to
the media selected through that
monitor. When you need to make
any adjustments to the media,
volume, etc., ensure that the
monitor-A source is highlighted.
•USB port (4): To access, ensure that the monitor is already selected
as the media source (Monitor A or Monitor B.) Then, plug in your
flash/thumb drive and it will automatically begin to play. The system
will try to play whatever file it comes to first (slideshow of pictures,
etc). If it is a supported file type, it will play. If it is not supported,
CAN’T PLAY will appear in the monitor. Scroll through the contents on
the rest of the drive using the arrow keys on the DVD headrest or
remote. Press SEL to confirm a selection. Each headrest system
automatically recognizes the audio and video files that are stored and
provides a menu from which to choose the desired selection.
•Wired headphone jack (5): Use for dual play mode
2. Connect an auxiliary audio/video
source (game systems, personal
camcorders, video cassette
recorders, etc.) by connecting RCA
cords (not included) to the RCA
jacks behind the cover panels on the
right corner of the system.
•Yellow (1) — video input
•White (2) — left channel audio
input
•Red (3) — right channel audio input
3. Whatever is plugged in will automatically begin to play on your screen.
If your auxiliary source does not have a video signal, or if the DVD
system does not detect a video signal from the auxiliary source, the
screen will remain black.
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5./(Headphones/Speakers): Press to activate dual play mode on
either headrest system. During dual play mode, the following happens:
a.Rear speakers turn off
b.Headphones become active on both headrest systems.
c.Media sources become available through the DVD systems.
Note:If the system is in dual play mode, you must press the
/
(Headphones/Speakers) button on both headrest systems in order to
return to single play. For more information, please refer toSingle
play/Dual playlater in this section.
6.MEDIA for Monitor A:In Dual Play mode, press MEDIA repeatedly
to select from the possible media sources: (Monitor A, Monitor B, AM,
FM1, FM2, SR1, SR2, SR3 (satellite radio, if equipped), Disc, Jukebox (if
equipped) and SYNC(if equipped). The selected media type will
display on the screen. When Monitor A is chosen, you can also use the
auxiliary inputs and the USB port on the headrest system.
MEDIA for Monitor B:In Dual Play mode, press MEDIA repeatedly to
select from the possible media sources: (Monitor A, Monitor B). The
selected media type will display on the screen. When Monitor B is
chosen, you can also use the auxiliary inputs and USB port on the
headrest system.
For further information, please refer toSingle play/Dual playlater in
this section.
Note:Each headrest monitor is labeled with an identifier (either A or B)
found in the upper right corner of the system.
7.
(On/Off):Press to turn the system on/off. Power for headrest A is
separate from headrest B.
Note:This also disables dual play. When both headrest systems are
turned off, the system will return to single play mode.
8.Infrared receiver (IR):System sensor which reads the signals from
the remote control and also sends audio signals to the infrared wireless
headphones.
9.LCD screen:This seven inch liquid crystal display (LCD) screen can
be adjusted for easier viewing by children. Pull the top of the screen
panel toward the viewer at the IR receiver/transmitter cover for a better
viewing angle. The screen is hinged at the bottom and pivots to face
downward. Push the screen back in place until it latches to return it to a
stowed position.
Note:Ensure that you do not pull the LCD screen too far forward as it
can cause damage.
10.CD/DVD slot:Insert the disc, label side facing the rear passengers.
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Remote control
Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with the
remote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player.
Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player.
Press the MON A B control to select either Monitor A or Monitor B.
Note:Each headrest monitor is labeled with an identifier (either A or B)
found in the upper right corner of the system.
Note:Use the remote to adjust the volume levels for wired headphones
for headrest media sources only (DVD, USB port and auxiliary inputs).
To adjust the volume levels on the infrared wireless headphones
(provided with your system), first use the remote control
volume-controls to adjust volume settings to maximum, then use the
rotary volume control on the side of the headphones to adjust the
volume to the desired listening level.
1.
(On/off):Press to turn each monitor/headrest system on or off.
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