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End user notice
MicrosoftWindowsMobile for Automotive Important Safety
Information
This system Ford SYNC™ contains software that is licensed to
Manufacturer FORD MOTOR COMPANY by an affiliate of Microsoft
Corporation pursuant to a license agreement. Any removal, reproduction,
reverse engineering or other unauthorized use of the software from this
system in violation of the license agreement is strictly prohibited and
may subject you to legal action.
Read and follow instructions
Before using your Windows Automotive-based system, read and follow all
instructions and safety information provided in this end user manual
(“User’s Guide”). Not following precautions found in this User’s Guide can
lead to an accident or other serious consequences.
Keep User’s Guide in Vehicle
When kept in the vehicle, the User’s Guide will be a ready reference for
you and other users unfamiliar with the Windows Automotive-based
system. Please make certain that before using the system for the first
time, all persons have access to the User’s Guide and read its instructions
and safety information carefully.
WARNING:Operating certain parts of this system while driving
can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly
cause an accident or other serious consequences. Do not change system
settings or enter data non-verbally (using your hands) while driving.
Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting these
operations. This is important since while setting up or changing some
functions you might be required to distract your attention away from
the road and remove your hands from the wheel.
General operation
Voice Command Control
Functions within the Windows Automotive-based system may be
accomplished using only voice commands. Using voice commands while
driving allows you to operate the system without removing your hands
from the wheel.
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Defrost ....................... 158, 160, 162
rear window ............................ 166
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .................................. 333–334
engine oil ................................. 327
Display settings ......................... 527
Driver alert ................................ 262
Driving under special
conditions .................. 225, 229, 231
sand ......................................... 230
snow and ice ........................... 232
through water ................. 231, 297
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ................. 160, 162
E
Electronic message center ....... 122
Electronic stability control ...... 238
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 302
running out of fuel ................. 213
Emergency brake
(see Parking brake) .................. 235
Emission control system .......... 217
End user license agreement .... 551
Engine ........................................ 392
cleaning ................................... 352
fail-safe cooling ....................... 332
idle speed control ................... 337
lubrication specifications ....... 393
refill capacities ........................ 393
service points .................. 325–326
Engine block heater ................. 208Engine oil
checking and adding .............. 327
dipstick .................................... 327
filter, specifications ................ 397
refill capacities ........................ 393
specifications .......................... 393
Event data recording .................. 12
Exhaust fumes .......................... 208
F
Fail safe cooling ........................ 332
Fleet MyKey programming ........ 69
Flexible Fuel Vehicle
(FFV) ......................................... 210
Floor mats ................................. 298
Fluid capacities ......................... 393
Fuel
cap ........................................... 215
capacity ................................... 393
choosing the right fuel ........... 211
filler funnel ............................. 213
filling your vehicle with fuel .. 215
filter, specifications ........ 336, 397
fuel pump shut-off .................. 302
octane rating ........................... 392
running out of fuel ................. 213
safety information relating to
automotive fuels ..................... 210
Fuel and distance computer .... 125
outside temperature
indicator .................................. 125
to empty indicator .................. 125
trip distance ............................ 125
trip/reset button ..................... 125
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) ................................. 210–211
Fuses .......................... 313–314, 319
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Power steering .......................... 277
Power Windows ......................... 106
Privacy information .......... 428, 478
Push button start system ......... 205
Putting a call on/off hold ......... 435
Q
Quick touch buttons ................. 548
R
Radio .......................... 146, 150–151
AM/FM ..................................... 487
Single CD ................ 146, 150–151
Radio reception ......................... 144
Radio voice commands ............. 493
Rear view camera
display ................................ 248, 528
Rear window
defroster .................... 158, 160, 162
Receiving a text
message ............................. 438, 513
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints
for children .................................. 25
Relays ................................ 313–314
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ...................... 79
locking/unlocking doors ........... 75
opening the trunk ..................... 76
replacing the batteries ............. 63
Reverse sensing system ........... 243
Roadside assistance .................. 300
Roll stability control ................. 238
Roof rack ................................... 279
Route preferences .................... 544S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............ 47
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ......... 39, 42
Safety defects, reporting .......... 312
Safety information ............ 427, 476
Safety restraints .............. 39–40, 42
Belt-Minder............................. 43
Belt-Minder,
deactivating/activating ............. 44
extension assembly .................. 42
for adults ............................. 39–40
for children ......................... 20, 25
inflatable safety belt ................. 46
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................ 53
safety belt maintenance ........... 47
seat belt maintenance .............. 47
warning light and chime .......... 43
Safety restraints -
LATCH anchors ........................... 30
Safety seats for children ...... 20, 25
Safety Compliance
Certification Label .................... 398
Satellite Radio ................... 146, 494
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log ............. 412
SD card ...................... 154, 502, 539
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ............... 39
Seats .......................................... 178
child safety seats ................ 20, 25
climate control ........................ 177
easy access/easyout feature .. 175
front seats ............... 172–173, 176
heated ...................................... 175
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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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