2017 FORD TAURUS Owners Manual

AppLink issues
Possible solution(s)Possible cause(s)Issue
On an iPhone with iOS7+, toforce close an app, doubletab the home button thenswipe up on the app to closeit. Tab the home buttonagain, then select the appagain to restart it. After afew seconds, the app shouldthen appear in SYNC'sMobile App's Menu.
Reset the Bluetooth on yourphone by turning it off andthen turning Bluetooth backon. If you are in your vehicle,SYNC should be able toautomatically re-connect toyour phone if you press the"Phone" button.
There is a bluetooth bug onsome order versions of theAndroid OS. This bug maycause apps that were foundthe last time your phoneconnected to SYNC not tobe found again if you havenot turned off bluetooth.
My Android phone isconnected, my app(s) arerunning, I restarted them,but I still cannot find anyapps.
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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's MobileApps Menu. If not, "ForceClose" the application andrestart it.
The USB connection toSYNC may need to be reset.My iPhone phone isconnected, my app isrunning, I restarted the appbut I still cannot find it onSYNC.
Try increasing 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, but there is nosound or the sound is verylow.
Force close or uninstall theapps you do not want SYNCto find. If the app has a "FordSYNC" setting, disable thatsetting in the app's settingsmenu on the phone.
Some Android devices havea limited number ofbluetooth ports apps canuse to connect. If you havemore AppLink apps on yourphone than the number ofavailble Bluetooth ports, youwill not see all of your appslisted in SYNC's mobile appsmenu.
I can only see some of theAppLink apps running on myphone listed in SYNC'sMobile Apps Menu.
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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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Action and DescriptionMenu ItemItem
This bar displays icons and messages pertaining to currentsystem activities including climate settings, voicecommands and phone functions such as text messages.
Status BarA
This button is available on the main screens. Pressing ittakes you to the home screen view.HomeB
This shows the current time. You can set the clock manuallyor have it controlled by the vehicle's GPS location. SeeSettings (page 418).
ClockC
This displays the current outside temperature.OutsideTemperatureD
You can touch any of the buttons on this bar to select afeature.Feature BarE
The touchscreen allows you quick accessto all of your comfort, navigation,communication and entertainmentoptions. Using the status and feature baryou can quickly select the feature you wantto use.
Note:Your system is equipped with afeature that allows you to access andcontrol audio features for 10 minutes afteryou switch the ignition off (and no doorsopen).
The Status Bar
Additional icons also display in the statusbar depending on market, vehicle optionsand current operation. If a feature is notactive, the icon does not display. Certainicons may move to the left or rightdepending on what options are active.
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DescriptionItemCallout
This shows the temperature the driver selects throughthe climate control system.Driver Temper-atureA
When you activate the heated steering wheel optionon the touch screen, this icon displays. It only displayswhen there is not a physical button for the heatedsteering wheel.
Heated steeringwheelB
(If equipped)
When the passenger's temperature has beenadjusted and is no longer linked to the driver'stemperature, it displays here. If Dual is turned off andthe temperatures are linked, the passenger'stemperature does not display.
PassengerTemperatureC
This icon displays when your phone's microphone ismuted. A caller cannot hear you.Microphone MuteD
This icon displays when the audio system is muted.MuteE
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DescriptionItemCallout
This icon appears when SYNC 3 receives a softwareupdate. Pressing the icon shows more details aboutthe new software.
DownloadF
This icon appears if a Wi-Fi network is connected.Wi-FiG
An available Wi-Fi network is within range.Wi-Fi in RangeH
This icon displays when your cell phone is roaming.RoamingI
This icon displays when you receive a text messageon your phone.Text MessageJ
This icon displays when 911 Assist is set to off andyour phone is connected to SYNC.911 Assist OffK
The Bluetooth alert icon displays when there is anactive Bluetooth alert.Bluetooth AlertL
This icon displays to show an active Bluetoothconnection.BluetoothM
Messages may also appear in the statusbar to provide you with notifications. Youcan select the message to view theassociated feature.
Feature Bar
FunctionsFeature Bar Item
Allows you to control the media playing inyour vehicle. You can control all audiofeatures including AM, FM and satelliteradio, CDs, and media streaming over aBluetooth device or through a USBconnection.
Audio
Allows you to adjust the temperature, fanspeed and airflow within the vehicle.Climate
Allows you to make calls, receive calls, andaccess the phonebook of your connecteddevice.
Phone
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FunctionsFeature Bar Item
Allows you to see your vehicle's location ona virtual road map, get driving directions toyour destination and find points of interestalong your route.
Navigation
(If equipped)
Connect and control SYNC 3 compatibleapps running on your iphone or androiddevice. Also, access built-in additionalfeatures such as SiriusXM Traffic and TravelLink (if equipped).
Apps
If your vehicle is a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, orelectric this is also where your settings andpower information is located.
You can customize your system withvarious settings for the touchscreen display,feature preferences, and how you want tointeract with your vehicle.
Settings
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 382).
Accessing and Adjusting ModesThrough Your Vehicle InformationDisplay (If Equipped)
Depending on your vehicle and selectedoptions you may be able to control someof the SYNC 3 features on your informationdisplay. The features are visible the righthand display (A).
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You can make the following adjustmentsusing the information display SYNC 3screen:
InformationOption
Information for current audio playing.Audio
Select source.
View current road and speed limit (if information is available).Naviga-tionView current route, next turn, time to your destination (depending on clusterlevel), distance to destination (depending on cluster level), and ability tocancel route.
If you do not have an active navigation route programed, the compass isshown.
If you are not on a call, a call can be made by selecting:1Phone
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