Satellite radio electronic serial number (ESN):You need your ESN
to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. The ESN is on
the System Information Screen (SR ESN: XXXXXXXXXXXX). To access
your ESN, press the bottom left corner of the touchscreen, thenSIRIUS
>Options.
Potential satellite radio reception issues
Antenna
obstructionsFor optimal reception performance, keep the
antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and
keep luggage and other materials as far away
from the antenna as possible.
TerrainHills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges,
tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages,
dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.
Station overloadWhen you pass a ground-based
broadcast-repeating tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and the audio
system may mute.
Satellite radio signal
interferenceYour display may show ACQUIRING...to
indicate the interference and the audio
system may mute.
Sirius troubleshooting tips
Radio display Condition Possible action
Acquiring... Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.No action required.
This message should
disappear shortly.
Sat Fault/SIRIUS
system failure.There is an internal
module or system
failure present.If this message does
not clear shortly, or
with an ignition key
cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See
your authorized dealer
for service.
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Sirius troubleshooting tips
Radio display Condition Possible action
Invalid Channel. The channel is no
longer available.Tune to another
channel or choose
another preset.
Unsubscribed Channel. Your subscription does
not include this
channel.Contact Sirius at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the
channel, or tune to
another channel.
No Signal. The signal is lost from
the Sirius satellite or
Sirius tower to your
vehicle antenna.The signal is blocked.
When you move into
an open area, the
signal should return.
Updating. Update of channel
programming in
progress.No action required.
The process may take
up to three minutes.
Call SIRIUS
1–888–539–7474.Your satellite service is
no longer available.Contact Sirius at
1-888-539-7474 to
resolve subscription
issues.
None Found. Check
Channel Guide.All the channels in the
selected channels are
either skipped or
locked.Use the channel guide
to turn off theLock
orSkipfunction on
that station.
Subscription Updated. Sirius has updated the
channels available for
your vehicle.No action required.
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SD logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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, and then select theUSB
tab.
This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks,
flash drives or thumb drives, and charge devices if they support this feature.
In order to playback video from your iPod or iPhone, if compatible, you
must have a special combination USB/RCA composite video cable, which
you can buy from Apple. When you connect the cable to your iPod or
iPhone, plug the other end into both the RCA jacks and the USB port.
Playing Music from Your Device
Insert your device and select theSD CardorUSBtab once the system
recognizes it. You can then select from the following options:
Repeatreplays the currently playing song or album.
Shuffleplays music on the selected album or folder in random order.
Similar Musicallows you to choose music similar to what is currently
playing.
More Infodisplays information such as current track, artist name,
album and genre.
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Optionsallows you to view and adjust various media settings.
•Sound Settingsallows you to adjust settings for:
•Bass
•Midrange
•Treble
•Balance and Fade
•DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
•Occupancy Mode
•Speed Compensated Volume.
Note:Your vehicle may not have all these sound settings.
•Media Player Settingsallows you to select more settings, which is
underMedia Player.SeeSettings.
•Device Informationdisplays software and firmware information
about the currently connected media device.
•Update Media Indexindexes your device each time you connect it
to make sure you have the latest voice commands available for all
media on the device.
Browseallows you to view the contents of the device. It also allows you
to search by categories, such as genre, artist or album.
If you want to view song information such as Title, Artist, File, Folder,
Album, and Genre, touch the on-screen album art.
You can also touchWhat’s Playingto hear how the system pronounces
the current band and song. This can be helpful when using voice
commands to make sure the system correctly plays your request.
SD Card and USB Voice Commands
If you are listening to a USB device or an SD card, press the
voice button on the steering wheel control. When prompted, say
any of the commands in the following chart.
If you are not listening to a USB device or an SD card, press the voice
button and, after the tone, say “USB” or “SD card”, then any of the
commands in the following chart.
“USB” or “SD CARD”
“Browse”*“Play previous song”
“Next” “Play similar music”
“Pause” “Play song
“Play” “Play TV show
**
“Play album
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Pairing Your Phone for the First Time
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.
The first thing you must do to use the phone features of SYNC is to pair
your Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone with SYNC. This allows you to use
your phone in a hands-free manner.
Note:Put the transmission in positionP.Turn on your vehicle ignition
and the radio.
1. TouchAdd Phonein the upper left corner of the touchscreen.Find
SYNCappears on the screen and instructs you to begin the pairing
process from your device.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is set toOnand that your cellular phone is
in the proper mode. See your phone’s manual if necessary.
•SelectSYNC,and a six-digit PIN appears on your device.
3. If you are prompted to enter a PIN on your device, it does not
support Secure Simple Pairing. To pair, enter the PIN displayed on
the touchscreen. Skip the next step.
4. When prompted on your phone’s display, confirm that the PIN
provided by SYNC matches the PIN displayed on your cellular phone.
5. The display indicates when the pairing is successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more phone options. For more information
on your phone’s capability, see your phone’s manual and visit the
website.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Put the transmission in positionP.Turn on your vehicle ignition
and the radio.
1. Press thePhonecorner of the touchscreen >Settings>BT
Devices>Add Device.
2. Make sure that Bluetooth is set toOnand that your cellular phone is
in the proper mode. See your phone’s manual if necessary.
•SelectSYNC,and a six-digit PIN appears on your device.
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3. If you are prompted to enter a PIN on your device, it does not
support Secure Simple Pairing. To pair, enter the PIN displayed on
the touchscreen. Skip the next step.
4. When prompted on your phone’s display, confirm that the PIN
provided by SYNC matches the PIN displayed on your cellular phone.
5. The display indicates when the pairing is successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more phone options. For more information on
your phone’s capability, see your phone’s user guide and visit the website.
Making Calls
Press the voice button on your steering wheel controls. When
prompted, say, “Call
number.
To end the call or exit phone mode, press this phone button.
Receiving Calls
During an incoming call, an audible tone sounds. Call information
appears in the display if it is available.
Accept the call by pressingAccepton the touchscreen or by
pressing this phone button on your steering wheel controls.
Reject the call by pressingRejecton the touchscreen or by pressing this
phone button on your steering wheel controls.
Ignore the call by doing nothing. SYNC logs it as a missed call.
Phone Menu Options
Press the top left corner on your touchscreen to select from the
following options:
Phone
Touch this button to access the on-screen numerical pad to enter a
number and place a call. During an active call, you can also choose to:
•Mute the call
•Put it on hold
•Turn on privacy (returns the call to your cellular phone)
•Join two calls
•End the call.
Quick Dial
Set up favorite contacts from you phonebook or history folder.
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Phonebook
Touch this button to access and call any contacts in your previously
downloaded phone book. The system places the entries in alphabetical
categories summarized at the top of the screen.
To turn on contact picture settings, if your device supports this feature,
pressPhone>Settings>Manage Phonebook>Download photos
from Phonebook>On.
Certain smart phones may support transferring street addresses when
listed with phone book contact information. If your phone supports this
feature, you can select and use these addresses as destinations and save
them as favorites.
History
After you connect your Bluetooth-enabled phone to SYNC, you can
access any previously dialed, received or missed calls. You can also
choose to save these to yourFavoritesor toQuick Dial.
Note:This is a phone-dependent feature. If your phone does not support
downloading call history using Bluetooth, SYNC keeps track of calls made
with the SYNC system.
Messaging
Send text messages using your touchscreen. SeeText messaginglater in
this section.
Settings
Touch this button to access various phone settings, such turning
Bluetooth on and off, managing your phonebook and more. SeePhone
settingslater in this section.
Text Messaging
Note:Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth are
phone-dependent features.
Note:Certain features in text messaging are speed-dependent and not
available when your vehicle is traveling at speeds over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Note:SYNC does not download read text messages from your phone.
You can send and receive text messages using Bluetooth, read them
aloud and translate text messaging acronyms, such as LOL.
1. Touch the top left corner of the display to access thePhonemenu.
2. SelectMessaging.
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3. Choose from the following:
•Listen(speaker icon)
•Dial
•Send Text
•Vi e w
•Delete.
Composing a Text Message
Note:This is a speed-dependent feature. It is unavailable when your
vehicle is traveling at speeds over 3 mph (5 km/h).
Note:Downloading and sending text messages using Bluetooth are
phone-dependent features.
1. Touch the top left corner of the display to access thePhonemenu.
2. TouchMessaging>Send Text.
3. Enter a phone number or choose from your phone book.
4. You can select from the following options:
•Sendwhich sends the message as it is.
•Edit Textallows you to customize the pre-defined message or
create a message on your own.
You can then preview the message, verify the recipient as well as update
the message list, and send it to a connected device (such as a USB drive).
Pre-defined text message options
I’ll call you back in a few minutes.
I just left, I’ll be there soon.
Can you give me a call?
I’m on my way.
I’m running a few minutes late.
I’m ahead of schedule, so I’ll be there early.
I’m outside.
I’ll call you when I get there.
OK
Ye s
No
Thanks
Stuck in traffic.
Call me later.
LOL
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