
VOL and Power: Press this button to switch the system off and on. Turn it to
adjust the volume.
A
Function buttons:
Select different functions of the audio system depending
on which mode you are in (such as Radio mode or CD mode).
B
CD slot:
Insert a CD.
C
Eject:
Press this button to eject a CD.
D
Number block:
In radio mode, store your favorite radio stations. To store a
radio station, tune to the station, then press and hold a preset button until sound
returns. In CD mode, select a track. In phone mode, enter a phone number. The
clock button (when not in phone mode) allows you to set the clock. Use the
center arrow controls to change the hours and minutes.
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TUNE and Play or Pause: Turn to search the frequency band in individual
increments. Press to either play or pause a track when listening to a CD.
F
CLOCK:
When not in Phone mode, press this button to access the clock setting.
Use the center arrow controls to change the hours and minutes. You can also
set the clock by pressing the
MENU button and scrolling to Clock Settings.
G
PHONE:
Press this button to access the phone features of the SYNC system.
See Using SYNC™ With Your Phone (page 294).
H
MENU:
Press this button to access different audio system features. See Menu
Structure later in this section.
I
SOUND:
Press this button to access settings for Treble, Midrange, Bass, Fade
and Balance. Use the up and down arrow buttons to select the various settings.
When you make your selection, press the left and right arrow buttons to change
the settings. Press
OK to set or press MENU to exit. Sound settings can be set
for each audio source independently.
J
Seek and Fast Forward:
In radio mode, select a frequency band and press
this button. The system stops at the first station up the band. Press and hold
the button to move quickly through the frequency band and advance to next
strong radio station after the button is released. In CD mode, press this button
to select the next track. Press and hold the button to move quickly forward
through the current track.
K
OK and Arrow buttons: Press the OK button to confirm menu selections. Use
the arrow buttons to navigate within menus.
L
Seek and Reverse:
In radio mode, select a frequency band and press this
button. The system stops at the first station down the band. Press and hold
the button to move quickly through the frequency band and advance to next
strong radio station after the button is released. In CD mode, press this button
to select the previous track. Press and hold the button to move quickly backward
through the current track.
M
SIRIUS:
Press this button to listen to Sirius satellite radio.
N
RADIO:
Press this button to listen to the radio or change radio frequency bands.
O
MEDIA:
Press this button to change the active media source. To change the
SYNC-Media device (such as switching from a device plugged into the USB
port to a Bluetooth audio device), press
MENU and scroll to Select Source.
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Action
Condition
Message
Contact SIRIUS at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve
subscription issues.
Your satellite service is no
longer available.
Questions? Call
1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide to
turn off the Lock or Skip
function on that station.
All the channels in the
selected category are either
skipped or locked.
None found
Check Channel Guide
No action required.
SIRIUS has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.
Subscription Updated
AUDIO INPUT JACK WARNINGS
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. Do not connect or adjust the settings
on your portable music player when
your vehicle is moving.
Do not place your portable music
player on the instrument panel. Hard
objects may become projectiles in a
crash or sudden stop, which may increase
the risk of serious injury. The audio input jack allows you to connect
and play music from a portable music
player through your vehicle speakers. You
can use any portable music player
designed for use with headphones.
Your audio extension cable must have
male 1/8th-inch (3.5 millimeter)
connectors at each end.
1.
Switch off the radio and portable music
player. Apply the parking brake and
shift the transmission into park (P) for
automatic transmission or first gear for
manual transmission. Switch the
ignition off.
2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the audio
input jack.
3. Switch the radio on. Select either a tuned FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC is an in-vehicle communications
system that works with your
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone and
portable media player. This allows you to:
•
Make and receive calls.
• Access and play music from your
portable music player.
• Use 911 Assist. *
• Use applications, such as Pandora and
Stitcher, via SYNC AppLink. **
• Access phonebook contacts and music
using voice commands.
• Stream music from your connected
phone.
• Text message. •
Use the advanced voice recognition
system.
• Charge your USB device (if your device
supports this).
* This feature is not available in all markets
and requires activation.
** Available AppLink enabled apps vary by
market.
Make sure that you review your device's
manual before using it with SYNC.
Support
The SYNC support team is available to
help you with any questions you cannot
answer on your own.
Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-9:00pm EST.
Sunday, 10:30am-7:30pm EST.
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In the United States, call 1-800-392-3673.
In Canada, call 1-800-565-3673.
Times are subject to change due to
holidays.
SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
•
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 mi (5 km).
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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You can switch this feature on or off by speaking one of the following voice
commands:
Action and Description
Voice Command
Makes a best guess from the media
candidate list. The system may still occa-
sionally ask you questions.
media candidate lists off
Clarifies your voice command for media
candidates.
media candidate lists on
Makes a best guess from the phone
candidate list. The system may still occa-
sionally ask you questions.
phone candidate lists off
Clarifies your voice command for phone
candidates.
phone candidate lists on
Changing the Voice Settings
In addition to using voice commands to
change the voice settings, you can also use
the menu in the audio display.
To change the voice settings press the
Menu button then select: Menu Item
SYNC-Settings
Voice settings
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the main
features of SYNC. While the system
supports a variety of features, many are
dependent on your cellular phone's
functionality. At a minimum, most cellular
phones with Bluetooth wireless technology
support the following functions:
• Answering an incoming call.
• Ending a call. •
Using privacy mode.
• Dialing a number.
• Redialing.
• Call waiting notification.
• Caller ID.
Other features, such as text messaging
using Bluetooth and automatic phonebook
download, are phone-dependent features.
To check your phone's compatibility, see
your phone's manual and visit
www.SYNCMyRide.com,
www.SYNCMyRide.ca or
www.syncmaroute.ca.
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNC
allows you to make and receive hands-free
calls.
Note: SYNC can support downloading up
to approximately 4000 entries per
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note: Make sure to switch on the ignition
and the radio. Shift the transmission into
park (P) for automatic transmission or first
gear for manual transmission.
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Using the Audio System
Note:
To scroll through the menus, press
the up and down arrows on your audio
system.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone's Bluetooth feature before starting the
search. See your device's manual if
necessary.
2. Press the PHONE button. When the
audio display indicates there is no
paired phone, select the option to add.
3. When a message to begin pairing appears in the audio display, search for
SYNC on your phone to start the pairing
process.
4. When prompted on your phone's display, enter the six-digit PIN provided
by the system in the radio display. The
display indicates when the pairing is
successful.
Depending on your phone's capability and
your market, the system may prompt you
with questions, such as setting the current
phone as the primary phone (the phone
SYNC automatically tries to connect with
first upon vehicle start-up) and
downloading your phonebook.
Using Voice Commands Make sure to switch on your phone's
Bluetooth feature before starting the
search. See your device's manual if
necessary. Press the voice and when prompted
say: Action and Descrip-
tion
Voice Command
Follow the instruc-
tions on the audio
display.
(pair ([Bluetooth]
device | phone |
Bluetooth audio) |
add [a] phone)
Depending on your phone's capability and
your market, the system may prompt you
with questions, such as setting the current
phone as the primary phone (the phone
SYNC automatically tries to connect with
first upon vehicle start-up) and
downloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note: Make sure to switch on the ignition
and the radio. Shift the transmission into
park (P) for automatic transmission or first
gear for manual transmission..
Note: To scroll through the menus, press
the up and down arrows on your audio
system.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone's Bluetooth feature before starting the
search. See your device's manual if
necessary.
2. Press the
PHONE button.
3. Select the option for Bluetooth Devices.
4. Press the
OK button.
5. Select the option to add. This starts the pairing process.
6. When a message to begin pairing appears in the audio display, search for
SYNC on your device.
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7. When prompted on your phone's
display, enter the six-digit PIN provided
by the system in the audio display. The
display indicates when the pairing is
successful.
Depending on your phone's capability and
your market, the system may prompt you
with questions, such as setting the current
phone as the primary phone (the phone
SYNC automatically tries to connect with
first upon vehicle start-up) and
downloading your phonebook.
Phone Voice Commands Press the voice button. When
prompted, say any of the
following:
Voice Command
(phone | Blackberry | iPhone | Mobile)
Then say any of the following:
Call
Call
Call
Call
Call
dial [[a] number]
2
(go to handsfree | transfer to car)
2
(hold call [on] | (put | place) call on
hold)
2
join (call | calls)
2
mute [call] [on]
2
(mute [call] off | Unmute [call])
(turn ringer on | silent mode off) Voice Command
(turn ringer off | silent mode [on]) 3
[text] (messages | message)
help
1 See Dial table below.
2 These commands are only valid while in
a phone call.
3 See the text message table below.
Phone book commands:
When you ask
SYNC to access things such as a
phonebook name or number, the
requested information appears in the
display to view. Press the phone button
and say, "Call" to call the contact. DIAL
411 (four-one-one), 911 (nine-one-one) 700 (seven hundred)800 (eight hundred) 900 (nine hundred)
Clear (deletes all entered digits)
Delete (deletes last set of digits entered) Number <0-9>Plus
Pound (#) Star (*)
Note: To exit dial mode, press and hold the
phone button or press any button on the
audio system.
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