
Description and Action
Display
2. Scroll to browse indexed media files on the device, and
then press the OK button.
Resets the USB index. After the new indexing is complete,
you can choose what to play from the USB song library.
Reset USB
* You can use the buttons at the bottom of the audio display to jump to a certain
alphabetical category quickly. You can also use the letters on the audio system's numeric
keypad to jump in the list.
Using Voice Commands
You can access and view your USB songs
using voice commands.
Plug the device into your vehicle's USB
port.
Press the voice button and when
prompted, say any of the following
commands: Accessing and Viewing USB Media
(browse | search | show) all (album |
albums)
(browse | search | show) all (artist |
artists)
(browse | search | show) all (genre |
genres)
(browse | search | show) all (playlist |
playlists)
(browse | search | show) all (song | songs
| title | titles | file | files | track | tracks)
(browse | search | show) album ___
(browse | search | show) artist ___
(browse | search | show) genre ___
(browse | search | show) playlist ___ USB 2
(If Equipped)
Your vehicle may come equipped with an
additional USB port. If so, USB 1 is located
at the front of the vehicle at the bottom of
the instrument panel. USB 2 is located
inside the storage compartment of the
vehicle's center console.
You can plug in an additional USB device
into the second USB port.
Note: SYNC only supports one connected
iOS (Apple) devices at a time (whichever
one you plug in first). When you connect a
second iOS device, the systems charges it,
but does not support playback from it.
Bluetooth Devices and System
Settings
You can access these menus using the
audio display. See
Using SYNC™ With
Your Phone (page 372).
Voice Commands for Audio
Sources
Your voice system allows you to change
audio sources with a simple voice
command.
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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. •
Do not attempt to service or repair the
system. Have your vehicle checked by
an authorized dealer.
• Do not operate media devices if the
power cables are broken or damaged. •
Make sure the power cables do not
interfere with the safe operation of your
vehicle's controls or affect your safe
driving abilities.
• Some SYNC functions are
speed-dependent. Their use is limited
to when your vehicle is traveling at
speeds below 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 are restricted
from use unless your vehicle is stationary.
• Screens crowded with information, for
example:
•Point of Interest reviews and ratings
• SIRIUS Travel Link sports scores
• Movie times
• Ski conditions.
• Any action that requires keyboard use,
for example: entering a navigation
destination or editing information.
• All lists are limited, for example: phone
contacts.
See the following chart for more specific
examples. Speed-restricted Features
Pairing a cell phone
Cell phone
Adding or editing phonebook contacts
Phone contacts and recent phone call entries
Enabling Valet Mode
System Functionality
Editing settings while the rear view camera or active park
assist are active
Editing wireless settings
Wi-Fi and Wireless
Editing the list of wireless networks
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Speed-restricted Features
Adding or editing wallpaper
Photos and Graphics
Composing text messages
Text Messages
Viewing received text messages
Editing preset text messages
Using the keyboard to enter a destination
Navigation
Demo navigation route
Adding or editing Address Book or Avoid Area entries
Privacy Information
When you connect a cell phone to SYNC,
the system creates a profile within your
vehicle that links to that cell phone. This
profile helps in offering you more cellular
features and operating more efficiently.
Among other things, this profile may
contain data about your cell 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 your
vehicle unless you delete them, and are
generally accessible only in your vehicle
when your cell phone or media player is
connected. If you no longer plan to use the
system or your vehicle, we recommend you
carry out a Master Reset to erase all stored
information.
System data cannot be accessed without
special equipment and access to your
vehicle's SYNC module. Ford Motor
Company and Ford of Canada do not
access the system data for any purpose
other than as described without 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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To make adjustments using the touchscreen, select:
Action and Description
Menu Item
Press the settings icon.
Settings
Vehicle
Then enter a four digit PIN twice, as prompted.
Enable Valet Mode
After you press Continue the system locks until you enter the
PIN again.
Continue
Settings
Access and adjust system settings, voice
features, as well as phone, navigation and
wireless settings.
System
To make adjustments using the touchscreen, select: Action and Description
Message
Press the settings icon.
Settings
System
Then select from the following:
Select to have the touchscreen display in English, Spanish or
French.
Language
Select to display units in kilometers or miles.
Distance
Select to display units in Celsius or Fahrenheit.
Temperature
Adjust the volume of voice prompts from the system.
System Prompt Volume
Select to have the system beep to confirm choices made
through the touchscreen.
Touch Screen Button
Beep
Have the touchscreen keyboard display in QWERTY or ABC
format.
Keyboard Layout
Install any downloaded applications or view the current
software licenses.
Install Applications
Select to restore factory defaults. This erases all personal
settings and personal data.
Master reset
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Troubleshooting tips
Action
Cause
Message
No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
Radio requires more than two
seconds to produce audio for
the selected channel.
Acquiring…
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.
There is an internal module or
system failure present.
Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.
The channel is no longer avail-
able.
Invalid Channel
Contact SIRIUS at 1-888-539-
7474 to subscribe to the
channel, or tune to another
channel.
Your subscription does not
include this channel.
Unsubscribed Channel
The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the
SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS
tower to your vehicle antenna.
No Signal
No action required. The
process may take up to three
minutes.
Update of channel program-
ming in progress.
Updating…
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 chan-
nels available for your vehicle.
Subscription Updated
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For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your
vehicle, please contact your authorized
dealer or visit our online store at:
Web Address
www.Accessories.Ford.com
You can also visit: Web Address
www.Ford.ca
Ford Motor Company will repair or replace
any properly authorized dealer-installed
Ford Original Accessory found to be
defective in factory-supplied materials or
workmanship during the warranty period,
as well as any component damaged by the
defective accessories.
Ford Motor Company will warrant your
Ford Original Accessory through the
warranty that provides the greatest
benefit:
• 24 months, unlimited mileage.
• The remainder of your new vehicle
limited warranty.
Contact an authorized dealer for details
and a copy of the warranty.
Exterior Style
• Bumper protector.
• Hood deflectors.
• Side window deflectors.
• Splash guards.
Interior Style
• Ambient lighting.
• Cargo area protector.
• Floor mats.
• Rear console. Lifestyle
•
Ash cup or smoker's package.
• Camping tent*.
• Car covers*.
• Cargo organization and management.
• Rear seat entertainment*.
• Roof crossbars.
• Roof racks and carriers*.
• Trailer hitch balls.
• Trailer hitch drawbars and towing
accessories.
Peace of Mind
• Cargo shade.
• Keyless entry keypad.
• Parking sensors*.
• Remote start.
• Vehicle security systems.
• Wheel locks.
*Ford Licensed Accessories. The accessory
manufacturer designs, develops and
therefore warrants Ford Licensed
Accessories, and does not design or test
these accessories to Ford Motor Company
engineering requirements. Contact an
authorized Ford dealer for the
manufacturer ’s limited warranty details,
and request a copy of the Ford Licensed
Accessories product limited warranty from
the accessory manufacturer.
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1
180 Degree Parking Aid Camera..............211
Camera Views...................................................... 212
Using the 180 degree camera system..........211
4
4WD See: Four-Wheel Drive..................................... 184
A
A/C See: Climate Control......................................... 129
About This Manual...........................................7
ABS See: Brakes........................................................... 189
ABS driving hints See: Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock
Brakes................................................................ 189
Accessories
....................................................482
Exterior Style....................................................... 482
Interior Style........................................................ 482
Lifestyle................................................................. 482
Peace of Mind..................................................... 482
Accessories See: Replacement Parts
Recommendation............................................. 11
ACC See: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............214
Active Park Assist
........................................202
Deactivating the Active Park Assist
Feature............................................................. 206
Parallel Parking, Perpendicular Parking, Park Out Assist.............................................. 202
Troubleshooting the System........................ 206
Adjusting the Headlamps..........................291 Vertical Aim Adjustment.................................. 291
Adjusting the Pedals.....................................76
Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles With: Manual Adjustable Steering
Column
............................................................72 Adjusting the Steering Wheel - Vehicles
With: Power Adjustable Steering
Column
............................................................72
Easy Entry and Exit Feature.............................. 73
End of Travel Position......................................... 73
Memory Feature.................................................... 73
Airbag Disposal...............................................47
Air Conditioning See: Climate Control......................................... 129
Alarm See: Anti-Theft Alarm.......................................... 71
Anti-Theft Alarm.............................................71 Arming the Alarm.................................................. 71
Disarming the Alarm............................................ 71
Appendices....................................................505
Audible Warnings and Indicators
...........100
Automatic Transmission Warning
Chime................................................................ 100
Engine On Warning Chime............................. 100
Headlamps On Warning Chime................... 100
Key in Ignition Warning Chime...................... 100
Keyless Warning Alert ..................................... 100
Parking Brake On Warning Chime...............100
Audio Control
...................................................73
Seek and Media..................................................... 74
Type 1........................................................................\
. 73
Type 2........................................................................\
73
Audio System................................................353 General Information......................................... 353
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC
.............................................................354
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD..................................................357
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Sony AM/ FM/CD..........................................................358
Menu Structure.................................................. 360
Autolamps
.........................................................81
Windshield Wiper Activated
Headlamps......................................................... 81
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Premium AM/FM/CD.....................131
Automatic Climate Control - Vehicles With: Sony Audio System.......................132
Automatic High Beam Control.................83 Activating the System........................................ 84
Manually Overriding the System.................... 84
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Automatic Transmission...........................180
Brake-Shift Interlock......................................... 182
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud or Snow.................................................................. 183
SelectShift Automatic ™
Transmission.................................................... 181
Understanding the Positions of Your Automatic Transmission............................ 180
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 2.3L EcoBoost™.......................................286
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check - 3.5L Duratec/3.5L Ecoboost™...........286
Adding Transmission Fluid............................. 287
Checking the Transmission Fluid Level.................................................................. 286
Autowipers........................................................77
Auxiliary Power Points................................162 110 Volt AC Power Point................................... 162
12 Volt DC Power Point..................................... 162
Locations............................................................... 162
B
Blind Spot Information System..............224 Using the System............................................... 225
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........276
Booster Seats..................................................26 Types of Booster Seats....................................... 27
Brake Fluid Check........................................288
Brakes...............................................................189 General Information.......................................... 189
Breaking-In.....................................................252
Bulb Specification Chart...........................297
C
Cabin Air Filter
...............................................138
California Proposition 65..............................11
Capacities and Specifications - 2.3L EcoBoost™..................................................341
Specifications...................................................... 341
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Duratec.........................................................344
Specifications..................................................... 345
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™.................................................348
Specifications..................................................... 349Capacities and Specifications
................334
Cargo Nets......................................................233
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................. 300
Center Console..............................................164 Rear Seat Armrest.............................................. 164
Changing a Bulb...........................................293 Front Direction Indicator................................. 294
Front Fog Lamp.................................................. 295
Headlamp............................................................ 294
Headlamp High Beam..................................... 294
LED Lamps........................................................... 296
License Plate Lamp.......................................... 296
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp
................................................................. 295
Changing a Fuse...........................................274
Fuses....................................................................... 274
Changing a Road Wheel
...........................328
Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 328
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 329
Changing the 12V Battery.........................289
Changing the Engine Air Filter................299
Changing the Wiper Blades
......................291
Front Wiper Blades............................................ 291
Rear Wiper Blade................................................ 291
Checking MyKey System Status
...............57
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................290
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance.................................................38
Child Safety
.......................................................15
General Information............................................. 15
Child Safety Locks
.........................................29
Left-Hand Side..................................................... 30
Right-Hand Side................................................... 30
Child Seat Positioning
..................................28
Child Seats.........................................................16
Cleaning Leather Seats.............................303
Cleaning Products
......................................300
Cleaning the Alloy Wheels.......................304
Cleaning the Engine
....................................301
Cleaning the Exterior.................................300
Exterior Chrome Parts..................................... 300
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 301
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 301
Underbody............................................................ 301
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens........................303
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