2013 FORD EXPLORER USB port

USB Port
The ports are located either in the center
console or behind a small access door in the
instrument panel. To access and play music
from your device, press the lower left corner
of the touchscreen.
This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks,
flash/thumb drives and also charge devices if they support this feature.
In order to playback video from your iPod/iPhone(if compatible), you
MUST have a special combination USB/RCA composite video cable
(available for purchase from Apple). When the cable is connected to
your iPod/iPhone, plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and the
USB port.
Playing Music from Your Device
Insert your device and select the USB or SD Card tab once the system
recognizes it. You can then select from the following options:
When you select: You can:
RepeatRepeat the currently playing song or album.
ShufflePlay music on the selected album or folder in
random order.
BrowseBrowse the contents of the device. It also allows
you to search and play by genre, artist, album,
etc.
Similar MusicChoose music similar to that which is currently
playing.
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5. Press the lower left corner on the touchscreen. Select the A/V in tab.
(You should hear audio from your portable music player although it
may be low.)
6. 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 controls.
In order to playback video from your iPodor iPhone(if compatible),
you must have a special combination USB/RCA composite video cable
(available for purchase from Apple). When the cable is connected to
your iPodor iPhone, plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and
the USB port.
Note: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.
Troubleshooting
•Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. The AIJ
only works correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a
volume control.
•Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is
necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio as this causes
distortion and reduces sound quality.
•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.
•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.
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Voice Settings
Customize the level of system interaction, help and feedback.
Press Menu > Settings > Voice.
Voice settings
Interaction ModeStandard interaction mode provides more
detailed interaction and guidance.
Advanced mode has less audible interaction
and more tone prompts.
Confirmation
PromptsShort questions asked by the system when the
system has not clearly heard or understood
your request.
Note:Even with confirmation prompts turned
off, you may be asked to confirm settings
occasionally.
Media Candidate
ListsCandidate lists are possible results from your
voice commands. If these are turned off, the
system will simply make a best guess at your
request. Phone Candidate
Lists
Voice Control VolumeAllows you to adjust the voice volume level.
Media Player Settings
Allows you to customize how the system will interact with your phone,
USB drive and portable media player.
1. Press Menu > Settings > Media player.
2. Select from the following:
•Autoplay on/off:With this feature on, the system will automatically
switch to the media source upon initial connection and you can listen
to music which has already been randomly indexed during the
indexing process. With this feature off, the system will not
automatically switch to the inserted media source.
•Bluetooth Devices:Select to connect, disconnect, add or delete a
device. You can also set a device as your favorite so that the system
will automatically attempt to connect to that device at every ignition
cycle.
•Gracenote Database Info:Allows you to view the version level of
the Gracenote Database.
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If you select: You can:
Internet Data
Connection*Use this screen to make adjustments to your
internet data connection. Select to make your
connection profile with the PAN (personal
area network) or to turn off your connection.
You can also choose to make adjustments to
your settings or have the system always
connect, never connect when roaming or
query on connect. Press ? for additional
information.
Manage PhonebookAccess features such as automatic phonebook
download, re-download your phonebook, add
contacts from your phone as well as delete or
upload your phonebook.
Display Call HistoryDisplay call history.
*If compatible
Wireless & Internet
Your system is equipped with Wireless & Internet features and settings.
To access, press Menu > Settings > Wireless and Internet. From this
screen, you can select your:
•Wi-Fi settings
•Bluetooth settings
•USB mobile broadband
•Prioritize connection methods
Wi-Fi
Your system has a Wi-Fi feature which creates a wireless network within
your vehicle, thereby allowing other devices (i.e. personal computers or
phones) in your vehicle to speak to each other, share files, play games,
etc. Using this Wi-Fi feature, everyone in your vehicle can also gain
access the internet if:
•You have a USB mobile broadband connection inside the vehicle
•Your phone supports PAN (personal area networking)
•You are parked outside of a wireless hotspot
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911 Assist™ ...................... 446, 523
A
ABS (see Brakes) ..................... 235
Accessing and using your
USB port .................................... 502
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ............. 435
Accessing your calendar .......... 523
Accessing your media menu
features ...................................... 458
Accessing your phone menu
features ...................................... 436
Accessory delay ........................ 107
Active call menu options ......... 435
Active Park Assist ..................... 244
Adaptive Cruise Control ........... 254
Adding (pairing) a phone ........ 510
Advanced menu options ... 445, 464
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) .............................. 445
Airbag supplemental restraint
system .......................................... 51
and child safety seats .............. 52
description ................................ 51
disposal ...................................... 60
driver airbag .............................. 51
passenger airbag ....................... 51
side airbag ........................... 51, 55
Air cleaner filter ............... 341, 397
Air conditioning ........................ 158
manual heating and air
conditioning system ............... 158All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road ......................... 227
Ambient mood/lighting ............. 528
Ambulance packages .................. 16
AM/FM ....................................... 487
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .............................. 235
Anti-theft system .................. 86, 89
arming the system .............. 86, 89
disarming a triggered system .. 89
Audio system
Single CD ................ 146, 150–151
Audio system
(see Radio) ................ 146, 150–151
Automatic transmission ............ 220
fluid, adding .................... 333–334
fluid, checking ................ 333–334
fluid, refill capacities .............. 393
fluid, specification .................. 393
Selectshift (SST) .................... 223
Auxiliary Input Jack ................. 498
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) .. 152
Auxiliary powerpoint ................ 199
A/V inputs .......................... 154, 507
Axle
lubricant specifications .......... 393
refill capacities ........................ 393
B
Battery ....................................... 337
acid, treating emergencies ..... 337
jumping a disabled battery .... 302
maintenance-free .................... 337
replacement, specifications ... 397
servicing .................................. 337
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memory seat ..................... 64, 174
second row seats .................... 178
third row seats ........ 179, 185–186
Second-row power fold seat .... 182
SecuriCode keyless entry
system .......................................... 84
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system .......................................... 86
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) ......... 458
Sending new text messages ..... 513
Setting a destination ................ 539
Setting a destination
by voice ..................................... 540
Setting the clock ............... 146, 527
Setting your wallpaper ............. 527
Side air curtain ........................... 57
Side-curtain airbags system ....... 57
SIRIUSsatellite radio ..... 146, 494
SIRIUS satellite radio voice
commands ................................. 497
SIRIUS Travel Link ................... 520
SIRIUS Travel Link voice
commands ................................. 521
Snowplowing ............................... 16
SOS Post Crash Alert ................. 50
Spark plugs,
specifications ..................... 392, 397
Special notice
ambulance conversions ............ 16
utility-type vehicles .................. 16
Specification chart,
lubricants ................................... 393
Stability system ......................... 238
Starting your vehicle ................ 207jump starting .......................... 302
push button start system ....... 205
Steering wheel ............................ 90
controls ...................................... 92
tilting ......................................... 90
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) (see airbags) .................... 51
Supported media file types ...... 506
Supported player, media
formats and metadata
information ................................ 506
SYNCcustomer support ......... 427
SYNCServices ................. 451, 516
System settings ......................... 529
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...... 158, 160,
162, 536
Text messaging ................. 438, 512
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) ..... 439, 441
Third-row power fold seat ....... 187
Tilt steering wheel ...................... 90
Tires ........................... 362–363, 383
alignment ................................ 376
care .......................................... 362
changing .......................... 383, 385
checking the pressure ............ 372
inflating ................................... 370
label ......................................... 369
replacing .................................. 374
rotating .................................... 377
safety practices ....................... 376
sidewall information ............... 364
snow tires and chains ............ 377
spare tire ................................. 383
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terminology ............................. 363
tire grades ............................... 363
treadwear ........................ 362, 372
Touchscreen features
(climate) .................................... 536
Towing ....................... 288, 293–294
recreational towing ................. 294
trailer towing .......................... 288
wrecker .................................... 293
Traction control ........................ 236
Traffic, Directions and
Information ................................ 451
Traffic preferences ................... 544
Trailer sway control .................. 288
Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) .... 224
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) ..................... 333–334
fluid, refill capacities .............. 393
lubricant specifications .......... 393
Turn signal ................................ 103
U
Universal garage door opener .. 189
USB port ............................ 154, 502
Using privacy mode .................. 435V
Vehicle health report ........ 449, 525
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) .......................................... 397
Vehicle loading .......................... 280
Ventilating your vehicle ........... 208
Voice commands in media
mode .......................................... 455
Voice commands in phone
mode .......................................... 433
Voice recognition ...................... 480
W
Warning lights (see Lights) ..... 115
Washer fluid .............................. 336
Water, Driving through ............. 297
Wi-Fi .......................................... 532
Windows
power ....................................... 106
rear wiper/washer ..................... 97
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers .......................................... 96
checking and adding fluid ..... 336
replacing wiper blades ........... 340
Wrecker towing ......................... 293
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