
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, you can view this number by
pressingSIRIUSand memory preset 1 at the same time, or tuning to
channel 0. To access your ESN, press the bottom left corner of the
touchscreen, thenSIRIUS>Options.
Troubleshooting
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 failureThere 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
an authorized dealer
for service.
Invalid Channel The channel is no
longer available.Tune to another
channel or choose
another preset.
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For your safety, some SYNC functions are speed-dependent. Their use is
limited to when your vehicle is traveling at speeds under 3 mph
(5 km/h).
Make sure that you review your device’s manual before using it with SYNC.
Speed-restricted Features
Some features of this system may be too difficult to use while your
vehicle is moving so they are restricted from use unless your vehicle is
stationary.
•Screens that are too crowded with information, such as Point of
Interest reviews and ratings, Sirius Travel Link sports scores, movie
times and ski conditions.
•Any action that requires you to use a keyboard is restricted, such as
entering a navigation destination or editing information.
•All lists are limited so the user can view fewer entries (such as phone
contacts or recent phone call entries).
See the following chart for more specific examples:
Restricted Features
Cellular Phone Pairing a Bluetooth phone
Adding phonebook contacts or uploading
phonebook contacts (from a USB)
List entries are limited for phone contacts and
recent phone call entries
System Functionality Editing the keypad code
Enabling Valet Mode
Editing settings while the rear view camera or
Active Park Assist are active
Wi-Fi and Wireless Editing wireless settings
Editing the list of wireless networks
Videos, Photos and
GraphicsPlaying video
Editing the screen’s wallpaper or adding new
wallpaper
Text Messages Composing text messages
Viewing received text messages
Editing preset text messages
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Restricted Features
Navigation Using the keyboard to enter a destination
Demo navigation route
Adding or Editing Address Book entries or
Avoid Areas
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 cell 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 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.
System data cannot be accessed without special equipment and access to
the vehicle’s SYNC module. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do
not access the system data for any purpose other than as described
absent consent, a court order, or where required by law enforcement,
other government authorities, or other third parties acting with lawful
authority. Other parties may seek to access the information
independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. For further
privacy information, see the sections on 911 Assist, Vehicle Health
Report, and Traffic, Directions and Information.
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Potential satellite radio reception issues
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.
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.
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•Each file must be 1.5 MB or less.
•Recommended dimensions: 800 x 384.
Sound
Press the Settings icon >Sound,then select from the
following:
Sound Settings
Bass DSP*
Midrange Occupancy Mode*
Treble Speed Compensated Volume
Set Balance and Fade
*If equipped.
Vehicle
Press the Settings icon >Vehicle,then select from the
following:
•Ambient Lighting.
•Vehicle Health Report.
•Door Keypad Code.
•Camera Settings.
•Enable Valet Mode.
Ambient Lighting (If Equipped)
When activated, ambient lighting illuminates footwells and cupholders
with a choice of colors. To access and make adjustments:
1. Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Ambient Lighting.
2. Touch the desired color.
3. Use the scroll bar to increase or decrease the intensity.
To turn the feature on or off, press the power button.
Vehicle Health Report
Turn Automatic Reminders on and off and set the mileage interval at
which you would like to receive the reports. Press?for more information
on these selections.
When done making your selections, pressRun Vehicle Health Report
Nowif you want your report.
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Door Keypad Code
To change the keypad code for your keyless entry keypad system:
1. Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Door Keypad Code.
2. Enter your current factory code, then, when prompted, enter your
new code.
Camera Settings
This menu allows you to access settings for your rear view camera.
Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Camera Settings,then select from
the following settings:
•Enhanced Park Aids.
•Rear Camera Delay.
Enable Valet Mode
Valet mode allows you to lock the system. No information is accessible
until the system is unlocked with the correct PIN.
1. Press the Settings icon >Vehicle>Enable Valet Mode.
2. Enter a four-digit pin twice, as prompted.
After you press Continue, the system locks until you enter the PIN again.
Note:If the system locks, and you need to reset the PIN, enter 3681 and
the system unlocks.
Settings
Access and adjust system settings, voice features, as well as phone,
navigation and wireless settings.
System
Press the Settings icon >Settings>System,then select from
the following:
System
LanguageSelect to have the touchscreen display in
English, Spanish or French.
DistanceSelect to display units in kilometers or miles.
TemperatureSelect to display units in Celsius or
Fahrenheit.
System Prompt
VolumeAdjust the volume of voice prompts from the
system.
Touch Screen Button
BeepSelect to have the system beep to confirm
choices made through the touchscreen.
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System
Touch Panel Button
BeepSelect to have the system beep to confirm
button choices made through the climate or
audio system.
Keyboard LayoutHave the touchscreen keyboard display in
QWERTY or ABC format.
Install ApplicationsInstall any downloaded applications or view
the current software licenses.
Master ResetSelect to restore factory defaults. This erases
all personal settings and personal data.
Voice Control
Press the Settings icon >Settings>Voice Control,then
select from the following:
Voice control
Interaction ModeStandard interaction mode provides more
detailed interaction and guidance. Advanced
mode has less audible interaction and more
tone prompts.
Confirmation
PromptsHave the system ask you short questions if it
has not clearly heard or understood your
request.
Note:Even with confirmation prompts turned
off, the system may occasionally ask you to
confirm settings.
Media Candidate
ListsCandidate lists are possible results from your
voice commands. The system simply makes a
best guess at your request with these turned
off.
Phone Candidate
ListsCandidate lists are possible results from your
voice commands. The system simply makes a
best guess at your request with these turned
off.
Voice Control VolumeThis allows you to adjust the system’s voice
volume level.
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During route guidance, you can press the talking bubble icon that
appears in the upper right navigation corner (green bar) if you want the
system to repeat route guidance information. When the system repeats
the last guidance instruction, it updates the distance to the next
guidance instruction, since it detects when the vehicle is moving.
Point of Interest (POI) Categories
Your system offers a variety of points of interest categories.
Main categories
Food/Drink & Dining Automotive
Travel & Transportation Shopping
Financial Entertainment & Arts
Emergency Recreation & Sports
Community Government
Health & Medicine Domestic Services
Within these main categories, there are subcategories which contain
more listings:
Subcategories
Restaurant
Golf
Parking
Home & Garden
Personal Care Services
Automobile Dealership
Government Office
Public Transit
Education
To expand these listings, press the+in front of the point of interest
listing.
When programming a point of interest destination, the system allows you
to sort the resulting lists alphabetically, by distance or by cityseekr
listings (if available).
Pressing theSearch Areasbutton allows you to search for points of interest
nearby, near a city or state or near a destination, if a route is active.
Pressing theSearch By Namebutton allows you to directly enter the
point of interest name into the system by using the keyboard.
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