
1.T-type mini-spare: This spare tire
begins with the letter T for tire size and
may have Temporary Use Only molded in
the sidewall.
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label
on wheel: This spare tire has a label on
the wheel that states: THIS WHEEL AND
TIRE ASSEMBLY FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY.
When driving with one of the dissimilar
spare tires listed above, do not:
• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
• Load the vehicle beyond maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the Safety
Compliance Label.
• Tow a trailer.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire.
• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire
at a time.
• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire.
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires
listed above at any one wheel location can
lead to impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability
3.Full-size dissimilar spare without
label on wheel
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly, do not:
• Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h).
• Use more than one dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly at a time.• Use commercial car washing
equipment.
• Use snow chains on the end of the
vehicle with the dissimilar spare wheel
and tire assembly.
The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare
wheel and tire assembly can lead to
impairment of the following:
• Handling, stability and braking
performance.
• Comfort and noise.
• Ground clearance and parking at curbs.
• Winter weather driving capability.
• Wet weather driving capability.
• All-wheel driving capability
When driving with the full-size dissimilar
spare wheel and tire assembly additional
caution should be given to:
• Towing a trailer.
• Driving vehicles equipped with a
camper body.
• Driving vehicles with a load on the
cargo rack.
Drive cautiously when using a full-size
dissimilar spare wheel and tire assembly
and seek service as soon as possible.
Tire Change Procedure
WARNINGS
When one of the front wheels is off
the ground, the transmission alone
will not prevent your vehicle from
moving or slipping off the jack, even if your
vehicle is in position P.
To help prevent your vehicle from
moving when you change a tire, be
sure the parking brake is set, then
block (in both directions) the wheel that
is diagonally opposite (other side and end
of your vehicle) to the tire being changed.
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Clock Settings
Select to set the time. Set Time
Select to set the calendar date. Set Date
Select to view clock time in a 12-hour mode or 24-hour
mode. 24h Mode
Display Settings
Select to change display brightness. Dimming
Select to display the language in English, French or
Spanish. Language
Select to display the outside temperature in Fahrenheit
or Celsius. Temp. setting
DIGITAL AUDIO
Note:HD Radio broadcasts are not
available in all markets.
HD Radio technology is the digital
evolution of analog AM/FM radio. Your
system has a special receiver that allows
it to receive digital broadcasts (where
available) in addition to the analog
broadcasts, it already receives. Digital
broadcasts provide a better sound quality
than analog broadcasts with free,
crystal-clear audio and no static or
distortion. For more information, and a
guide to available stations and
programming, please visit
www.hdradio.com.
When HD Radio is on and you tune to a
station broadcasting HD Radio technology,
you may notice the HD Radio logo on your
screen. When this logo is available, you
may also see Title and Artist fields
on-screen.The multicast indicator appears in FM
mode (only) if the current station is
broadcasting multiple digital broadcasts.
The highlighted numbers signify available
digital channels where new or different
content is available. HD1 signifies the main
programming status and is available in
analog and digital broadcasts. Other
multicast stations (HD2 through HD7) are
only available digitally.
When HD Radio broadcasts are active, you
can access the following functions:
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Potential station issues
Action Cause Issues
No action required. This is a
broadcast issue. This is poor time alignment
by the radio broadcaster. Echo, stutter, skip or repeat
in audio.
Increase or decrease in
audio volume.
No action required. The
reception issue may clear up
as you continue to drive. The radio is shifting between
analog and digital audio. Sound fading or blending in
and out.
No action required. This is
normal behavior. Wait until
the audio is available. The digital multicast is not
available until the HD Radio
broadcast is decoded. Once
decoded, the audio is avail-
able. There is an audio mute
delay when selecting HD2 or
HD3, multicast preset or
Direct Tune.
No action required. The
station is not available in
your current location. The previously stored
multicast preset or direct
tune is not available in your
current reception area. Cannot access HD2 or HD3
multicast channel when
recalling a preset or from a
direct tune.
Fill out the station issue
form at website listed
below.
*
Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster. Text information does not
match currently playing
audio.
Fill out the station issue
form at website listed
below.
*
Data service issue by the
radio broadcaster. There is no text information
shown for currently selected
frequency.
No action required. This is
normal behavior. Pressing Scan disables
HD2-HD7 channel search. HD2-HD7 stations not found
when Scan is pressed.
* http://www.ibiquity.com/automotive/report_radio_station_experiences
HD Radio Technology manufactured under
license from iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and
foreign patents. HD Radio and the HD and
HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corp. Ford Motor
Company and iBiquity Digital Corp. are not
responsible for the content sent using HD
Radio technology. Content may be
changed, added or deleted at any time at
the station owner's discretion.
SATELLITE RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)
SIRIUS® broadcasts a variety of music,
news, sports, weather, traffic and
entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of
SIRIUS satellite radio channels, visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.sirius.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at
1-888-539-7474.
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Note:This receiver includes the eCos
real-time operating system. eCos is
published under the eCos License.
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
Potential satellite radio reception issues
For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna
clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible. Antenna obstructions
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
the audio system may mute. Station overload
Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate the
interference and the audio system may mute. Satellite radio signal interfer-
ence
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service
Note:SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right
to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Ford Motor Company shall not be
responsible for any such programming
changes.
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SIRIUS satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service
that broadcasts a variety of music, sports,
news, weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed
SIRIUS satellite radio system includes
hardware and a limited subscription term,
which begins on the date of sale or lease
of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer
for availability.
For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is
required), the online media player and a
complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio
channels, and other features, please visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.sirius.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS at
1-888-539-7474.
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. When in
satellite radio mode, press Options.
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Times are subject to change due to
holidays.
SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
• Required to activate Vehicle Health
Report and to view the reports online.
• Required to activate the
subscription-based SYNC Services and
to personalize your Saved Points and
Favorites.
• Essential for keeping up with the latest
software downloads available for
SYNC.
• Access to customer support for any
questions you may have.
Driving Restrictions
For your safety, certain features are
speed-dependent and restricted when your
vehicle is traveling over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Safety Information
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving.
When using SYNC:
• Do not operate playing devices if the
power cords or cables are broken, split
or damaged. Place cords and cables
out of the way, so they do not interfere
with the operation of pedals, seats,
compartments or safe driving abilities.
• Do not leave playing devices in your
vehicle during extreme conditions as it
could cause them damage. See your
device's manual for further information.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the
system. See an authorized dealer.
Privacy Information
When a cellular phone is connected to
SYNC, the system creates a profile within
your vehicle that is linked to that cellular
phone. This profile is created in order to
offer you more cellular features and to
operate more efficiently. Among other
things, this profile may contain data about
your cellular phone book, text messages
(read and unread), and call history,
including history of calls when your cellular
phone was not connected to the system.
In addition, if you connect a media device,
the system creates and retains an index of
supported media content. The system also
records a short development log of
approximately 10 minutes of all recent
system activity. The log profile and other
system data may be used to improve the
system and help diagnose any problems
that may occur.
The cellular profile, media device index,
and development log will remain in the
vehicle unless you delete them and are
generally accessible only in the vehicle
when the cellular phone or media player
is connected. If you no longer plan to use
the system or the vehicle, we recommend
you perform a Master Reset to erase all
stored information.
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System Interaction and Feedback
The system provides feedback through
audible tones, prompts, questions and
spoken confirmations depending on the
situation and the chosen level of
interaction (voice settings). You can
customize the voice recognition system to
provide more or less instruction and
feedback.The default setting is to a higher level of
interaction in order to help you learn to use
the system. You can change these settings
at any time.
Adjusting the Interaction Level
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Push the voice icon. Say "Voice
settings" when prompted, then
any of the following:
The system: When you say:
Provides more detailed interaction and
guidance. "Interaction mode standard"
Provides less audible interaction and more
tone prompts. "Interaction mode advanced"
The system defaults to the standard interaction mode.
Confirmation prompts are short questions
the system asks when it is not sure of your
request or when there are multiple possible
responses to your request. For example,
the system may ask, "Phone, is that
correct?". If turned off, the system simply
makes a best guess as to what you
requested and may ask you to confirm
settings.
The system: When you say:
Makes a best guess from the command;
you may still occasionally be asked to
confirm settings. "Confirmation prompts off"
Clarifies your voice command with a short
question. "Confirmation prompts on"
The system creates candidate lists when
it has the same confidence level of several
options based on your voice command.
When turned on, it may prompt you with
as many as four possibilities for
clarification.For example, say "Say 1 after the tone to
call John Doe at home. Say 2 after the tone
to call Johnny Doe on mobile. Say 3 after
the tone to call Jane Doe at home." You
could also say "Say 1 after the tone to play
John Doe, Say 2 after the tone to play
Johnny Doe."
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You can: When you select:
Note: The system attempts to automatically re-download
your phonebook and call history each time your phone
connects to SYNC (if the auto download feature is on and
your Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone supports this
feature).
Access and call any contacts in your previously down-
loaded phonebook. Phonebook
1,2
1. Press OK to confirm and enter. If your phonebook has
fewer than 255 listings, they appear alphabetically in flat
file mode. If there are more than 255 entries, the system
organizes them into alphabetical categories.
2. Scroll until the desired contact appears, then press OK.
3. Press OK or the phone button.
Send, download and delete text messages.
Text Message
1
View your phone's status, set ring tones, select your
message notification, change phone book entries and
automatically download your cellular phone among other
features. Phone Settings 1
Access the SYNC Services portal where you can request
various types of information, traffic reports and directions. SYNC Services3
Place an emergency call to a 911 operator for you after an
accident, when used properly. 911 Assist4
Create and receive a diagnostic report card on your vehicle.
Vehicle Health Report3
Interact with SYNC-capable mobile applications on your
smartphone. Mobile Apps3
Access Bluetooth Devices menu listings (Add, Connect,
Set as Primary, On and Off, Delete) as well as Advanced
menu listings (prompts, languages, defaults, master reset,
install application and system information). System Settings
Exit the phone menu by pressing OK. Exit Phone Menu
1 This is a phone-dependent feature.2 This is a phone-dependent and speed-dependent feature.3 This is an optional feature and available in the United States only.4 This is an optional feature and available in the United States and Canada only.
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You can: When you select:
If your phone supports in-band ringing, your phone's ring
tone plays when you choose Phone Ringer.
Have the option of hearing an audible tone to notify you
when a text message arrives. Message Notification
1. Press OK to select and scroll between Message Notific-
ation On and Message Notification Off.
2. Press OK to select.
Modify the contents of your phonebook (such as add,
delete or download). Press OK to choose between: Modify Phonebook
Add Contacts: Press OK to add more contacts from your
phone book. Push the desired contact(s) on your phone.
See your phone's manual on how to push contacts.
Delete Phonebook: Press OK to delete the current phone
book and call history. When Delete Phonebook appears,
press OK to confirm. SYNC takes you back to the Phone
Settings menu.
Download Phonebook: Press OK to select, then and press
OK again when Confirm Download? appears.
Automatically download your phone book each time your
phone connects to SYNC.
*Auto Download
Press OK to select. When Auto Download On? appears,
press OK to have your phonebook automatically down-
loaded each time.
**
Select Off if you do not want to download your phonebook
every time your phone connects to SYNC. Your phonebook,
call history and text messages can only be accessed when
your specific phone is connected to SYNC.
Exit the current menu. Return
*Downloading times are phone-dependent and quantity-dependent.**When Auto Download is on, it automatically deletes any changes, additions or deletions
saved since your last download.
System Settings
This menu provides access to your
Bluetooth Devices and Advanced menu
features. Use the arrow buttons to scroll
through the menu options.Bluetooth Devices
The Bluetooth Devices menu allows you
to add, connect and delete devices, set a
phone as primary as well as turn your
Bluetooth feature on and off.
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