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Satellite Radio Voice Commands
If you are listening to Sirius satellite radio, 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 Sirius satellite radio, press the voice button
and, after the tone, say “Sirius”, then any of the commands in the
following chart.
“SIRIUS”
“Sirius <0–223>” “SAT 3”
“” “SAT 3 preset <#>”
“Preset <#>” “SAT preset <#>”
“SAT” “Sirius off”
“SAT 1” “Sirius on”
“SAT 1 preset <#>” “Sports game”
*
“SAT 2” “Tune”**
“SAT 2 preset <#>” “Help”
*If you have said, “Sports game”, see the following “Sports game” chart.
**If you have said, “Tune”, see the following “Tune” chart.
“SPORTS GAME”
“Tune to the game”
“Tune to the game”
“Tune to the game”
“Tune to the game”
“Help”
“TUNE”
“Sirius <0–223>”
“”
“Preset <#>”
“SAT”
“SAT 1”
“SAT 1 preset <#>”
“SAT 2”
“SAT 2 preset <#>”
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Options
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.
Compressionallows you to turn the compression feature on and off.
Browse
Touch this button to look through all available CD tracks.
CD Voice Commands
If you are listening to a CD, 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 CD, press the voice button and, after the
tone, say “CD”, then any of the commands in the following chart.
“CD”
“Pause” “Repeat off”
“Play” “Repeat track”
“Play next track” “Shuffle”
“Play previous track” “Shuffle CD”
*
“Play track <1–512>” “Shuffle folder”*
“Repeat” “Shuffle off”
“Repeat folder”*“Help”
*This applies to WMA or MP3 files only.
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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 ” “Play TV show episode ”**
“Play all” “Play video ”**
“Play artist ” “Play video podcast ”**
“Play audiobook ” “Play video podcast episode
”**
“Play author ” “Play video playlist ”**
“Play composer ” “Previous”
“Play folder ” “Repeat all”
“Play genre ” “Repeat off”
“Play movie ”
**“Repeat one”
“Play music video ”**“Shuffle”
“Play next song” “Shuffle off”
“Play playlist ” “What’s this?”
“Play podcast ” “Help”
“Play podcast episode ”
*If you have said you would like to browse your USB or SD card, the
system prompts you to specify what you would like to browse. When
prompted, see the following “Browse” chart.
**This command is only available in USB mode and are device-dependent.
“BROWSE”
“Album ” “All video podcasts”*
“All albums” “All videos”*
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Bluetooth Audio
Your system allows you to stream audio over your vehicle’s speakers from
your connected, Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
To access, press the lower left corner on the touchscreen, then
select theBT Stereotab.
Bluetooth Audio Voice Commands
If you are listening to a Bluetooth audio device, press the voice
button on the steering wheel control. When prompted, say
“Next song”, “Pause”, “Play” or “Previous song”.
If you are not listening to a Bluetooth audio device, press the voice
button and, after the tone, say “Bluetooth Audio”, then “Next song”,
“Pause”, “Play” or “Previous song”.
Line In (Auxiliary Input Jack)
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.
WARNING:For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the
settings on your portable music player while your vehicle is
moving.
WARNING:Store the portable music player in a secure location,
such as the center console or the glove box, when your vehicle is
in motion. Hard objects may become projectiles in a crash or sudden
stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio extension
cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be
safely stored while your vehicle is moving.
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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 ” or say “Dial”, then the desired
number.
To end the call or exit phone mode, press and hold this phone
button on your steering wheel controls.
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 and holding 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 your phonebook or history folder.
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Roaming Warning
Touch this button to have the system alert you when your phone is in
roaming mode.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button on the steering wheel control. After the
tone, say any of the following commands:
“PHONE”
“Call” “Join calls”*
“Call ” “Listen to text message <#>”
“Call at home” “Listen to text messages”
“Call at work” “Messages”
**
“Call on cell” “Mute call”*
“Call on other” “Pair phone”
“Call voicemail” “Privacy on”*
“Dial” “Read text message”
“Do not disturb off” “Reply to text messages”
“Do not disturb on” “Turn ringer off”
“Forward text messages” “Turn ringer on”
“Go to hands free”
*“Unmute call”*
“Hold call off”*“Help”
“Hold on”*
*
This command is only available during an active call.
**If you have said “Messages”, see the following “Messages” chart.
“MESSAGES”
“Call”
“Forward text messages”
“Listen to text message <#>”
“Listen to text messages”
“Reply to text messages”
“Help”
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Note:This feature does not function properly if you have enabled caller
ID blocking on your mobile phone. Make sure your mobile phone is not
blocking caller ID before using SYNC Services.
Note:
The driver is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the
vehicle, and therefore, must evaluate whether it is safe to follow the
suggested directions. Any navigation features are provided only as an aid.
Make your driving decisions based on your observations of local conditions
and existing traffic regulations. Do not follow the route suggestions if doing
so would result in an unsafe or illegal maneuver, if you would be placed in
an unsafe situation, or if you would be directed into an area that you
consider unsafe. Maps used by this system may be inaccurate because of
errors, changes in roads, traffic conditions or driving conditions.
Note:When you connect, the service uses GPS technology and advanced
vehicle sensors to collect your vehicle’s current location, travel direction
and speed to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or
business searches you request. Further, to provide the services you
request, for continuous improvement, the service may collect and record
call details and voice communications. For more information, see SYNC
Services Terms and Conditions at www.SYNCMyRide.com. If you do not
want Ford or its service providers to collect your vehicle travel
information or other information identified in the Terms and Conditions,
do not subscribe or use the service.
SYNC Services uses advanced vehicle sensors, integrated GPS technology
and comprehensive map and traffic data, to give you personalized traffic
reports, precise turn-by-turn directions, business search, news, sports,
weather and more. For a complete list of services, or to learn more,
please visit www.SYNCMyRide.com.
Connecting to SYNC Services Using Voice Commands
Press the voice button on the steering wheel controls.
1. When prompted, say “Services”. This initiates an outgoing call to
SYNC Services using your paired and connected Bluetooth-enabled
cellular phone.
2. Once you connect to the service, follow the voice prompts to request
the desired service, such as “Traffic” or “Directions”. You can also
say, “What are my choices?” to receive a list of available services
from which to choose.
3. Say, “Services” to return to the Services main menu or for help, say,
“Help”.
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If you miss a turn, SYNC automatically asks if you want the route
updated. Just say, “Yes” when prompted and the system delivers a new
route to your vehicle.
If your vehicle is equipped with Navigation, SYNC Services downloads
your requested destination to the navigation system. The navigation
system then calculates the route and provides driving instructions. See
theNavigation systemsection for more information.
Disconnecting from SYNC Services
1. Press and hold the phone button on the steering wheel.
2. Say “Good-bye” from the SYNC Services main menu.
SYNC Services quick tips
PersonalizingYou can personalize your Services feature to
provide quicker access to your most used or
favorite information. You can save address
points, such as work or home. You can also
save favorite information like sports teams,
such as Detroit Lions, or a news category. You
can learn more about personalization by
logging onto www.SYNCMyRide.com.
Push to interruptPress the voice button at any time (while
connected to SYNC Services) to interrupt a
voice prompt or an audio clip (such as a
sports report) and say your voice command.
PortableYour subscription is associated with your
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone number, not
your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). You
can pair and connect your phone to any
vehicle equipped with SYNC Services and
continue enjoying your personalized services.
SYNC Services Voice Commands
When a route has been downloaded (non-navigation systems),
press the voice button on the steering wheel control. When
prompted, say any of the following commands:
“SERVICES”
“Cancel route”
“Navigation voice off”
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