Cell phone issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
•Press the blue circle to the right of thedevice named with your vehicle makeand model to enter the next menu.
•Turn Show Notifications on.
•Disconnect then reconnect your iPhonefrom the SYNC 3 system to activate thissettings update.
Your iPhone is now set up to forwardincoming text messages to SYNC 3.Repeat these steps for every other SYNC 3vehicle that you connect. Your iPhone willonly forward incoming text messages toSYNC 3 if the iPhone is not unlocked in themessaging application.Replying to text messages using SYNC 3 isnot supported by iPhone.Text messages from WhatsApp and Face-book Messenger are not supported.
Your cell phone must support downloadingtext messages through Bluetooth to receiveincoming text messages.
This is a cell phone-dependent feature.
Audible textmessages donot work on mycell phone.
Because each cell phone is different, referto your device's manual for the specific cellphone you are pairing. In fact, there can bedifferences between cell phones due tobrand, model, service provider and softwareversion.
This is a cell phone limita-tion.
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SYNC™ 3
USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Disconnect the device from SYNC 3. Tryswitching your device off, resetting it orremoving the battery, then reconnect it toSYNC 3.
Possible device malfunc-tion.I am havingtroubleconnecting mydevice.
Make sure you are using the manufacturer'scable.
Make sure to correctly insert the USB cableinto the device and your vehicle's USB port.
Make sure that the device does not havean auto-install program or active securitysettings.
Make sure your device is unlocked beforeconnecting it to SYNC 3.The device has a lockscreen enabled.
Make sure you are not leaving the device inyour vehicle during very hot or coldtemperatures.This is a device limitation.
SYNC 3 doesnot recognizemy device whenI start myvehicle.
Make sure you connect the device to SYNC3 and that you have started the mediaplayer on your device.
This is a device-dependent feature.Bluetooth audiodoes notstream.The device is notconnected.
Make sure that all song details are popu-lated.
Your music files may notcontain the correct artist,song title, album or genreinformation.
SYNC 3 doesnot recognizemusic that is onmy device.
Try replacing the corrupt file with a newversion.The file may becorrupted.
Some devices require you to change theUSB settings from mass storage to mediatransfer protocol class.
The song may havecopyright protection thatdoes not allow it to play.
Convert the file to a supported format. SeeEntertainment (page 386).The file format is notsupported by SYNC 3.
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SYNC™ 3
USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Update media index. See Settings (page436).The device needs to bere-indexed.
Make sure your device is unlocked beforeconnecting it to SYNC 3.The device has a lockscreen enabled.
Disconnect the device from SYNC 3. Tryswitching your device off, resetting it orremoving the battery, then connect it backto SYNC 3.
This is a device limitation.
When I connectmy device, Isometimes donot hear anysound.
To listen to Apple devices through USB,select AirPlay from the devices ControlCenter, then select Dock Connector.
To listen to Apple devices throughBluetooth Stereo, select AirPlay from thedevices Control Center, then select SYNC.
Wi-Fi Issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Verify password.Password error.Failed connection.
Check for a poor Wi-Fisignal.Weak signal.
Use a unique name for yourSSID, don’t use the defaultname unless it contains aunique identifier, such aspart of the MAC address.
Multiple Access pointswithin range with the sameSSID.
Position the vehicle close tothe hotspot with the front ofthe vehicle facing thehotspot direction andremove obstacles ifpossible. Other Wi-Fi,Bluetooth, microwave andcordless phones may causeinterference.
Weak signal probably dueto distance from thehotspot, obstruction or highinterference.
Disconnecting aftersuccessful connection.
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SYNC™ 3
AppLink issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
then find the particular appand choose 'Force stop.' Donot forget to restart the appafterward, then select"Connect Mobile Apps" onSYNC 3.
On an iPhone with iOS7+, toforce close an app, doubletap the home button thenswipe up on the app to closeit. Tap the home buttonagain, then select the appagain to restart it. After afew seconds, the app shouldthen appear in SYNC 3'sMobile App's Menu.
Switch Bluetooth off andthen on to reset it on yourphone. If you are in yourvehicle, SYNC 3 should beable to automatically re-connect to your phone if youpress the "Phone" button.
There is a Bluetooth issueon some older versions ofthe Android operatingsystem that may cause appsthat were found on yourprevious vehicle drive to notbe found again if you did notswitch Bluetooth off.
My Android phone isconnected, my app(s) arerunning, I restarted them,but I still cannot find anyapps.
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SYNC™ 3
AppLink issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
Unplug the USB cable fromthe phone, wait a moment,and plug the USB cableback in to the phone. After afew seconds, the app shouldappear in SYNC 3's MobileApps Menu. If not, "ForceClose" the application andrestart it.
You may need to reset theUSB connection to SYNC 3.
My iPhone is connected, myapp is running, I restartedthe app but I still cannot findit on SYNC 3.
Increase the Bluetoothvolume of the device byusing the device's volumecontrol buttons which aremost often found on theside of the device.
The Bluetooth volume onthe phone may be low.
I have an Android phone. Ifound and started my mediaapp on SYNC 3, but there isno sound or the sound isvery low.
Force close or uninstall theapps you do not want SYNC3 to find. If the app has a"Ford SYNC" setting, disablethat setting in the app'ssettings menu on the phone.
Some Android devices havea limited number ofBluetooth ports that appscan use to connect. If youhave more AppLink apps onyour phone than the numberof available Bluetooth ports,you will not see all of yourapps listed in the SYNC 3mobile apps menu.
I can only see some of theAppLink apps running on myphone listed in the SYNC 3Mobile Apps Menu.
Voice command issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Review the cell phone voice commandsand the media voice commands at thebeginning of their respective sections.You may be using thewrong voice commands.SYNC 3 doesnot understandwhat I amsaying.
Refer to the audio display during an activevoice session to find a list of voicecommands there.
Wait for the system to prompt you beforeyou state your command.You may be speaking toosoon or at the wrongtime.
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SYNC™ 3
General
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
SYNC 3 only supports four languages in asingle module for text display, voice controland voice prompts. The country where youbought your vehicle dictates the fourlanguages based on the most popularlanguages spoken. If the selected languageis not available, SYNC 3 remains in thecurrent active language.
SYNC 3 does not supportthe currently selectedlanguage for the instru-ment cluster and inform-ation and entertainmentdisplay.
The languageselected for theinstrumentcluster andinformation andentertainmentdisplay does notmatch theSYNC 3SYNC 3 offers several new voice controlfeatures for a wide range of languages.Dialing a contact name directly from thephonebook without pre-recording (forexample,“call John Smith”) or selecting atrack, artist, album, genre or playlist directlyfrom your media player (for example, "playartist Madonna").
language(phone, USB,Bluetoothaudio, voicecontrol andvoice prompts).
SYNC 3 System Reset
The system has a System Reset feature that can be performed if the function of a SYNC3 feature is lost. This reset is intended to restore functionality and will not erase anyinformation previously stored in the system (such as paired devices, phonebook, callhistory, text messages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset, press and holdthe Seek Up (>>|) button while pressing and holding the Radio Power button. Afterapproximately 5 seconds the screen will go black. Allow 1-2 minutes for the systemreset to complete. You may then resume using the SYNC 3 system.
For additional assistance with SYNC 3troubleshooting please call or visit the FordWebsite.
Ford Support
United States: 1-800-392-3673Customer Relation-ship CenterCanada: 1-800-565-3673
owner.ford.comWebsitewww.syncmyride.cawww.syncmaroute.ca
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Service Data Recording........................................9Daytime Running Lamps.............................76Type 1 - Conventional(Non-Configurable)........................................76Type 2 - Configurable..........................................76Digital Radio...................................................321HD Radio Reception and StationTroubleshooting............................................322Direction Indicators........................................78Doors and Locks.............................................58Driver Alert.....................................................203PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION..........................203USING DRIVER ALERT....................................203Driver and Passenger Airbags...................40Children and Airbags..........................................40Proper Driver and Front Passenger SeatingAdjustment.......................................................40Driver and Passenger Knee Airbags........44Driving Aids....................................................203Driving Hints...................................................223Driving Through Water...............................224DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................76
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Economical Driving.....................................223EcoSelect........................................................150Electric Parking Brake..................................175Applying the Electric Parking brake.............175Battery With No Charge....................................177Parking On a Hill (Vehicles With a ManualTransmission) .................................................175Releasing the Electric Parking Brake...........176Electric Vehicle Information.....................413Charge Settings (Energi VehiclesOnly)...................................................................415Power Flow..........................................................429Emission Control System..........................159On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)...................160Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance(I/M) Testing....................................................161End User License Agreement.................485VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) ................................485Engine Block Heater....................................144Using the Engine Block Heater......................145
Engine Coolant Check...............................256Adding Coolant..................................................256Coolant Change.................................................258Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement..................................................259Fail-Safe Cooling...............................................258Recycled Coolant...............................................257Severe Climates.................................................258Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.....................65Engine Oil Check..........................................254Adding Engine Oil..............................................254Engine Oil Dipstick......................................254Engine Specifications................................305Entertainment..............................................386AM/FM Radio......................................................387Apps.......................................................................395Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................394CD (If equipped)................................................393HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable)........................................................390SIRIUS® Satellite Radio (IfActivated)........................................................387Sources.................................................................386Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information................................395USB Port...............................................................395Environment......................................................15EPBSee: Electric Parking Brake..............................175Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options..................................13Extended Service Plan (ESP).................463EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN (CANADAONLY)...............................................................464Ford Protect (U.S. Only).................................463Exterior Mirrors................................................82Auto-Dimming Feature......................................82Blind Spot Monitor..............................................83Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors...............................82Heated Exterior Mirrors......................................82Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors..........................83Memory Mirrors.....................................................82Power Exterior Mirrors........................................82Puddle Lamps ......................................................83Signal Indicator Mirrors......................................83
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SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service..................324Troubleshooting.................................................325Scheduled Maintenance Record............475Scheduled Maintenance...........................467Seatbelt Extension.........................................37Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................34Seatbelt Reminder.........................................35Belt-Minder™........................................................35Seatbelts...........................................................30Principle of Operation........................................30Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime...............................................................35Conditions of operation.....................................35Seats..................................................................122Security..............................................................65Settings...........................................................436911 Assist................................................................441Ambient Lighting...............................................446Bluetooth..............................................................438Clock......................................................................438Display...................................................................448General..................................................................445Media Player........................................................437Mobile Apps........................................................444Navigation............................................................442Phone.....................................................................438Radio.......................................................................441Sound.....................................................................436Valet Mode..........................................................448Vehicle...................................................................446Voice Control......................................................448Wi-Fi.......................................................................446Side Airbags.....................................................43Side Sensing System..................................184Obstacle Distance Indicator...........................185Sitting in the Correct Position..................122Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................299Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector............................................................13Special Instructions..............................................12Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance...............................................473Exceptions............................................................474Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................195
Spinout Detection........................................232Stability Control...........................................180Principle of Operation......................................180Starting a Gasoline Engine........................142Automatic Engine Shutdown.........................143Failure to Start.....................................................142Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes................144Important Ventilating Information...............144Starting Your Vehicle.........................................142Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isMoving................................................................143Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle isStationary.........................................................143Starting and Stopping the Engine...........141General Information...........................................141Steering............................................................213Electric Power Steering.....................................213Steering Wheel................................................67Storage Compartments.............................139SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................84Sun Visors.........................................................84Illuminated Vanity Mirror...................................84Supplementary Restraints System.........39Principle of Operation........................................39Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ 3........................................................365General Information.........................................365SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting.....................449SYNC™ Applications andServices........................................................343911 Assist...............................................................343SYNC Mobile Apps............................................345SYNC™............................................................327General Information..........................................327SYNC™ Troubleshooting..........................357
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Technical SpecificationsSee: Capacities and Specifications............305The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only).......................236Tire Care..........................................................284Glossary of Tire Terminology........................286Information About Uniform Tire QualityGrading.............................................................284
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