•To allow your vehicle to providelocation information, including: GPSand speed.
•To allow the app to send pushnotifications using the vehicle displayand voice capabilities while running ina background state. Push notificationsmay be particularly useful for news or
location based apps.
Note:You only need to grant permissionsthe first time you use an app with SYNC.
Note:Ford is not responsible or liable forany damages or loss of privacy relating tousage of an app, or dissemination of anyvehicle data that you approve Ford toprovide to an app.
Enabling and Disabling App Permissions Using the SYNC Menu
Press the MENU button to access the SYNC menu then select:
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
SYNC-Apps
Mobile Apps
You can also select a specific app.If the app supports push notifications, thissetting is listed. Select to enable or disablethe feature as required.
All Apps
Enabling SYNC Mobile Apps
In order to enable mobile apps, SYNCrequires user consent to send and receiveapp authorization information and updatesusing the data plan associated with theconnected device.
Data is sent to Ford in the United Statesthrough the connected device. Theinformation is encrypted and includes yourVIN, SYNC module number, anonymoususage statistics and debugginginformation. Updates may take placeautomatically.
Note:You must enable mobile apps foreach connected device the first time youselect a mobile app using the system.
Note:Standard data rates apply. Ford isnot responsible for any additional chargesyou may receive from your service provider,when your vehicle sends or receives datathrough the connected device. This includesany additional charges incurred due todriving in areas when roaming out of a homenetwork.
App Status
You can view the current status of an appin the settings menu.
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USB and media issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Make sure you correctlyconnect the device to SYNC,and that you have pressedplay on your device.
The device is not connected.
Make sure that all songdetails are populated.
Your music files may notcontain the correct artist,song title, album or genreinformation.
SYNC does not recognizemusic that is on my device.The file may be corrupted.
Some devices require you tochange the USB settingsfrom mass storage to MTPclass.
The song may have copy-right protection, which doesnot allow it to play.
Voice command issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Review the phone voicecommands and the mediavoice commands at thebeginning of their respectivesections.
You may be using the wrongvoice commands.
SYNC does not understandwhat I am saying.After pressing the voice icon,wait until after the tonesounds and Listeningappears before saying acommand. Any commandspoken before this does notregister with the system.
You may be speaking toosoon or at the wrong time.
Review the media voicecommands at the beginningof the media section.
You may be using the wrongvoice commands.SYNC does not understandthe name of a song or artist.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
Getting to Know Your System
The SYNC 3 system allows you to interactwith a variety of features using thetouchscreen and voice commands. Byintegrating with your Bluetooth-enabledphone, the touchscreen provides easyinteraction with audio, multimedia, climatecontrol, navigation, and your phone's SYNC3 compatible apps.
Using the Touchscreen
To operate the touchscreen, you cansimply touch the item or option that youwant to select. The button changes colorwhen you select it.
The SYNC 3 layout allows you to quicklyselect the feature you wish to use.
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FunctionsFeature Bar Item
For plug-in vehicles, this is where you findthe Charge Settings information.
Cleaning the Touchscreen
You can remove fingerprints with a dry,clean, soft cloth.
If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,apply a small amount of alcohol to thecloth and try to clean it again.
Note: Do not use detergent or any type ofsolvent to clean the touchscreen.
Note:Do not pour or spray alcohol onto thetouchscreen.
Using Voice Recognition
Using voice commands allows you to keepyour hands on the wheel and focus onwhat is in front of you. The system providesfeedback through audible tones, prompts,questions and spoken confirmationsdepending on the situation and the chosenlevel of interaction (voice settings).
The system also asks short questions(confirmation prompts) when it is not sureof your request or when there are multiplepossible responses to your request.
When using voice commands, words andicons may appear in the status barindicating the status of the voice commandsession. See Using Voice Recognition(page 358).
Accessing and Adjusting ModesThrough Your Vehicle InformationDisplay (If Equipped)
Depending on your vehicle and options youselect, you may be able to control some ofthe SYNC 3 features on your informationdisplay. The features are visible in theright-hand display (A) .
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•Power: Switch the audio system onand off.
•VOL: Control the volume of playingaudio.
•Seek and Tune: se as you normallywould in audio modes.
•Eject: Eject a CD from the audiosystem.
•SOURCE or MEDIA: Press repeatedlyto advance through available mediamodes.
•SOUND: Press to access the Soundmenu where you can adjust sound andother audio settings.
•1-6: Press and hold to store or press toselect an AM, FM or SIRIUS memorypreset. See Audio System (page 289).
•DISP: Switch the display on or off. Youcan also touch the screen to switch thedisplay back on.
•Temperature, fan and climatecontrol buttons: Control thetemperature, fan speed or settings ofthe climate control system. SeeClimate Control (page 109).
911 Assist
WARNINGS
Unless the 911 Assist setting is set onbefore a crash, the system will notdial for help which could delayresponse time, potentially increasing therisk of serious injury or death after a crash.setting is set on before a crash, the systemwill not dial for help which could delayresponse time, potentially increasing therisk of serious injury or death after a crash.
WARNINGS
Do not wait for 911 Assist to make anemergency call if you can do ityourself. Dial emergency servicesimmediately to avoid delayed responsetime which could increase the risk ofserious injury or death after a crash. If youdo not hear 911 Assist within five secondsof the crash, the system or phone may bedamaged or non-functional.
Always place your phone in a securelocation in your vehicle so it does notbecome a projectile or get damagedin a crash. Failure to do so may causeserious injury to someone or damage thephone which could prevent 911 Assist fromworking properly.
Note:The SYNC 911 Assist feature must beset on before the incident.
Note:The SYNC 911 Assist feature onlyoperates in the U.S., Canada or in a territoryin which 911 is the emergency number.
Note:Before setting this feature on, makesure that you read the 911 Assist PrivacyNotice later in this section for importantinformation.
Note:If any user sets 911 Assist to on or off,that setting applies for all paired phones. If911 Assist is switched off and the phone isconnected to SYNC, an icon displays on thestatus bar.
Note:Every phone operates differently.While SYNC 911 Assist works with mostcellular phones, some may have troubleusing this feature.
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911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you switch on 911 Assist, it maydisclose to emergency services that yourvehicle has been in a crash involving thedeployment of an airbag or activation ofthe fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions orupdates to 911 Assist may also be capableof electronically or verbally disclosing to911 operators your vehicle location or otherdetails about your vehicle or crash to assist911 operators to provide the mostappropriate emergency services. If you donot want to disclose this information, donot switch the feature on.
Safety Information
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
•Do not attempt to service or repair thesystem. Have an authorized dealercheck your vehicle.
•Do not operate playing devices if thepower cords or cables are broken, splitor damaged. Place cords and cablesout of the way, so they do not interferewith the operation of pedals, seats,compartments or safe driving abilities.
•Do not leave playing devices in yourvehicle during extreme conditions as itcould cause them damage. See yourdevice's user guide for furtherinformation.
•For your safety, some SYNC 3 functionsare speed-dependent. Their use islimited to when your vehicle is travelingat speeds under 3 mph (5 km/h). Makesure that you review your device'smanual before using it with SYNC 3.
Speed-restricted Features
Some features of this system may be toodifficult to use while your vehicle is movingso they are restricted from use unless yourvehicle is stationary.
•Screens crowded with information,such as Point of Interest reviews andratings, SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Linksports scores, movie times or skiconditions.
•Any action that requires you to use akeyboard is restricted, such as enteringa navigation destination or editinginformation.
•All lists are limited so the user can viewfewer entries (such as phone contactsor recent phone call entries).
See the following chart for more specificexamples.
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SIRIUS satellite radio is asubscription-based satellite radio servicethat broadcasts a variety of music, sports,news, weather, traffic and entertainmentprogramming. Your factory-installedSIRIUS satellite radio system includeshardware and a limited subscription termthat begins on the date of sale or lease ofyour vehicle. See an authorized dealer foravailability.
For more information on extendedsubscription terms (a service fee isrequired), the online media player and alist of SIRIUS satellite radio channels, andother features, please visitwww.siriusxm.com in the United States,www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUSat 1-888-539-7474.
Note:SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted rightto change, rearrange, add or deleteprogramming. This includes canceling,moving or adding particular channels, andits prices, at any time, with or without noticeto you. Ford Motor Company shall not beresponsible for any such programmingchanges.
Note:This receiver includes the eCosreal-time operating system. eCos ispublished under the eCos License.
The following buttons are available for Sirius:
Action and descriptionMenu item
Touch this button to see a list of available stations.Browse
A pop-up appears, allowing you to type in the call numbers ofa station.Direct Tune
Once you enter the stations call numbers, you can select:
The system tunes to the station you select.Enter
You exit the pop-up and the current stationcontinues to play.Cancel
You can press the backspace button to delete the previousnumber.
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HD Radio Reception and Station Troubleshooting
Potential reception issues
If you are listening to a multicast station and you are on thefringe of the reception area, the station may mute due toweak signal strength.
Reception area
If you are listening to HD1, the system changes back to theanalog broadcast until the digital broadcast is available again.However, if you are listening to any of the possible HD2-HD7multicast channels, the station mutes and stays muted unlessit is able to connect to the digital signal again.
When the system first receives a station (aside from HD2-HD7 multicast stations), it first plays the station in the analogversion. Once the receiver verifies the station is an HD Radiostation, it shifts to the digital version. Depending on the stationquality, you may hear a slight sound change when the stationchanges from analog to digital. Blending is the shift fromanalog to digital sound or digital back to analog sound.
Station blending
In order to provide the best possibleexperience, use the contact form to reportany station issues found while listening toa station broadcasting with HD Radiotechnology. Independent entities own andoperate each station. These stations areresponsible for ensuring all audio streamsand data fields are accurate.
Potential station issues
ActionCauseIssues
No action required. This is abroadcast issue.This is poor time alignment bythe radio broadcaster.Echo, stutter, skip orrepeat in audio.Increase or decrease inaudio volume.
No action required. The recep-tion issue may clear up as youcontinue to drive.
The radio is shifting betweenanalog and digital audio.Sound fading orblending in and out.
No action required. This isnormal behavior. Wait until theaudio is available.
The digital multicast is notavailable until the HD Radiobroadcast is decoded. Oncedecoded, the audio is available.
There is an audio mutedelay when selectingHD2 or HD3, multicastpreset or Direct Tune.
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