2013 FORD F250 phone

Wireless & Internet
USB Mobile
BroadbandInstead of using Wi-Fi, your system can also
use a USB mobile broadband connection to
access the internet. (You must turn on your
mobile broadband device on your personal
computer before connecting it to the system.)
This screen allows you to set up what is your
typical area for your USB mobile broadband
connection. (USB mobile broadband settings
may not display if the device is already on.)
You can select the following: Country, Carrier,
Phone Number, User Name and Password.
Bluetooth SettingsShows you the currently paired devices as
well as giving you your typical Bluetooth
options to connect, disconnect, set as favorite,
delete and add device. Bluetooth is a
registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG.
Prioritize
Connection MethodsChoose your connection methods and change
them as needed. You can select to Change
Order and have the system either always
attempt to connect using a USB mobile
broadband or using Wi-Fi.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a
certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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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
To access, press the Menu icon > Settings > Wireless and Internet >
Wi-Fi settings, then select from the following options:
•Wi-Fi Network (Client) Mode:Turn the wi-fi feature on and off in
your vehicle. Make sure it is turned on for connectivity purposes.
•Choose a Wireless Network:Use a previously stored wireless
network. You can categorize by alphabetical listing, priority and signal
strength. You can also choose to search for a network, connect to a
network, disconnect from a network, receive more information,
prioritize a network or delete a network.
•Gateway Access Point Mode:Make SYNC an access point for a
phone or a computer by turning this feature on. This forms the local
area network within the vehicle for things such as game playing, file
transfer, internet browsing, etc. Press ? for more information.
•Gateway (Access Point) Settings:View and change settings for
using SYNC as the internet gateway.
•Gateway Access Point Device List:View who has connected to
your Wi-Fi connection recently.
Press the ? button (if available) for additional information.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a
certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
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USB Mobile Broadband
Instead of using Wi-Fi, your system can also use a USB mobile broadband
connection to access the internet. (You must activate your mobile
broadband device on your PC prior to connecting it to the system.)
This screen allows you to set up what is your typical area for your USB
mobile broadband connection. (USB mobile broadband settings may not
be displayed if the device is already activated.) You can select the
following:
•Country
•Carrier
•Phone Number
•User Name
•Password
Prioritize Connection Methods
This screen allows you to choose your connection methods and change
them as needed. You can select to Change Order and have the system
either always attempt to connecting using a USB mobile broadband or
using Wi-Fi.
Bluetooth Settings
Shows you what device is currently paired with the system as well as
giving you your typical Bluetooth options to connect, disconnect, set as
favorite, delete and add device.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG.
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Help
Press the Settings icon >Help,then select from the following:
Help
Where Am I?View your vehicle’s current location, if your
vehicle is equipped with navigation. If your
vehicle is not equipped with navigation, nothing
displays.
System InformationTouchscreen system serial number.
Your vehicle identification number (VIN).
Touchscreen system software version.
Navigation system version.
Map database version.
Sirius satellite radio electronic serial number
(ESN).
Gracenote Database Information and Library
version.
Software LicensesView the licenses for any software and
applications installed on your system.
Driving RestrictionsCertain features are not accessible when your
vehicle is moving.
911 AssistTurn on and turn off the 911 Assist feature. See
911 Assistin theSYNC applications and
servicessection.
In Case of Emergency (ICE) Speed Dial
allows you to save up to two numbers as ICE
contacts for quick access if there is an
emergency. SelectEditto access your
phonebook and then select the desired contacts.
The numbers then appear as options on this
screen for the ICE 1 and ICE 2 buttons. The
ICE contacts you select appear at the end of the
911 Assist call process.
Voice Command ListView categorized lists of voice commands.
To access Help using the voice commands, press the voice button, then,
after the tone, say “Help”. The system provides allowable voice
commands for the current mode.
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cityseekr (If Available)
Note:cityseekr point of interest information is limited to approximately
154 cities (132 in the United States, 13 in Canada and 9 in Mexico).
cityseekr, when available, is a service that
provides more information about certain
points of interest such as restaurants,
hotels and attractions.
When you have selected a point of
interest, the location and information
appear, such as address and phone
number. If cityseekr lists the point of
interest, more information is available, such as a brief description, hotel
check-in and checkout times or restaurant hours.
PressMore Informationfor a longer review, a list of services and
facilities, the average room or meal price as well as the website link.
This screen displays point of interest icons, such as:
Hotel
Coffeehouse
Food & Drink
Nightlife
Attraction
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Additional License Limitations:Except where you have been
specifically licensed to do so by NT in a separate written agreement, and
without limiting the preceding paragraph, your license is conditioned on
use of the Data as prescribed in this agreement, and you may not (a) use
this Data with any products, systems, or applications installed or
otherwise connected to or in communication with vehicles capable of
vehicle navigation, positioning, dispatch, real time route guidance, fleet
management or similar applications; or (b) with, or in communication
with, including without limitation, cellular phones, palmtop and handheld
computers, pagers, and personal digital assistants or PDAs.
WARNING:This Data may contain inaccurate or incomplete
information due to the passage of time, changing circumstances,
sources used and the nature of collecting comprehensive geographic
Data, any of which may lead to incorrect results.
No Warranty:This Data is provided to you “as is”, and you agree to
use it at your own risk. NT and its licensors (and their licensors and
suppliers) make no guarantees, representations or warranties of any
kind, express or implied, arising by law or otherwise, including but not
limited to, content, quality, accuracy, completeness, effectiveness,
reliability, fitness for a particular purpose, usefulness, use or results to be
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may not apply to you.
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911 Assist™ ......................441, 516
A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................223
Accessing and using your
USB port ....................................494
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call .............429
Accessing your calendar ..........515
Accessing your media menu
features ......................................454
Accessing your phone menu
features ......................................431
Accessory delay ..........................92
Active call menu options .........429
Adding (pairing) a phone ........502
Advanced menu options ...439, 459
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ..............................439
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................48
and child safety seats ..............49
description ................................48
disposal ......................................60
driver airbag ..............................48
passenger airbag .......................48
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................51
side airbag ...........................48, 56
Air cleaner filter ...............323, 395
Air conditioning ........................146
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............146
Air filter .............................323, 395All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................209
Ambient mood/lighting .....522–523
Ambulance packages ..................16
AM/FM .......................................481
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................307
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................223
Anti-theft system ..................77, 79
arming the system ..............77, 79
disarming a triggered system ..79
AppLink™ .................................449
Audio system
Single CD ................136–137, 140
Audio system
(see Radio) ................136–137, 140
Automatic transmission ............201
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................199
fluid, adding ............................313
fluid, checking ........................313
fluid, refill capacities ..............391
fluid, specification ..................391
Selectshift (SST) ....................204
Auxiliary Input Jack .................490
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..141
Auxiliary powerpoint ................178
A/V inputs ..........................143, 498
Axle
refill capacities ........................391
B
Battery .......................................318
acid, treating emergencies .....318
jumping a disabled battery ....279
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maintenance-free ....................318
replacement, specifications ...395
servicing ..................................318
Bed extender ............................251
Booster seats ...............................23
Brakelamp
bulb replacement ............329–330
Brakes ........................................223
anti-lock ...................................223
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................223
brake warning light ................223
fluid, checking and adding ....317
fluid, refill capacities ..............391
fluid, specifications .................391
parking ....................................224
shift interlock ..........................206
trailer ...............................258–259
Bulbs ..........................................331
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....391
Car2U® Home Automation
System .......................................168
CD ..............................136–137, 140
CD player ..........................134, 492
CD voice commands .................493
Cell phone use ............................17
Changing a tire .........................371
Changing the air filter ..............323
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps ....31
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................40
in front seat ..............................28
in rear seat ................................28
LATCH .......................................31Child safety seats -
booster seats ...............................23
Cleaning the touchscreen ........469
Cleaning your vehicle ...............332
engine compartment ..............334
exterior ....................................332
instrument panel ............336–337
interior .....................................335
plastic parts ............................334
washing ....................................332
waxing .....................................334
wheels ......................................340
wiper blades ............................335
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ..........146
Climate voice commands .........536
Clock ..........................136–137, 520
Console ......................................181
overhead ..................................181
Controls
power seat ...............................159
Coolant ......................................307
checking and adding ..............307
recovery reservoir ..................304
refill capacities ........................391
Customer Assistance ................276
Ford Extended Service
lan ............................................400
Getting roadside assistance ...276
Getting the service
you need .................................282
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................288
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................286
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