USB and Bluetooth Stereo issues
Possible solutionPossible causeIssue
Update media index. See Entertainment(page 325).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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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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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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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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DRLSee: Daytime Running Lamps.........................73
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Economical Driving......................................178Emission Law.................................................134Noise Emissions Warranty, ProhibitedTampering Acts and Maintenance..........135Tampering With a Noise ControlSystem...............................................................134End User License Agreement..................401VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSEAGREEMENT (EULA) .................................401Engine Block Heater.....................................123Using the Engine Block Heater......................124Engine Coolant Check...............................208Adding Coolant..................................................208Coolant Change..................................................210Engine Coolant TemperatureManagement....................................................211Fail-Safe Cooling................................................210Recycled Coolant..............................................209Severe Climates.................................................209Engine Cooling Fan.....................................207Engine Emission Control............................134Engine ImmobilizerSee: Passive Anti-Theft System......................61Engine Oil Check.........................................206Adding Engine Oil..............................................206Engine Oil Dipstick - 1.0LEcoBoost™.................................................205Engine Oil Dipstick - 2.0L.........................206Engine Specifications - 1.0LEcoBoost™..................................................272Engine Specifications - 2.0L.....................271Entertainment...............................................325AM/FM Radio......................................................326Apps........................................................................334Bluetooth Stereo or USB.................................332HD Radio™ Information (IfAvailable).........................................................329SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (IfActivated).........................................................327Sources..................................................................326Supported Media Players, Formats andMetadata Information................................334USB Port...............................................................334
Environment......................................................15Essential Towing Checks............................173Before Towing a Trailer......................................174Hitches....................................................................173Launching or Retrieving a Boat or PersonalWatercraft (PWC)..........................................174Safety Chains........................................................173Trailer Brakes........................................................173Trailer Lamps........................................................173When Towing a Trailer.......................................174Event Data RecordingSee: Data Recording..............................................9Export Unique Options.................................14Exterior Mirrors.................................................77Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors...........................77Power Exterior Mirrors.........................................77
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FanSee: Engine Cooling Fan..................................207Fastening the Seatbelts..............................29Seatbelt Locking Modes....................................30Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy...............30Using the Sliding Clip..........................................29Flat TireSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................265Flat Tire InflationSee: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................239Floor Mats........................................................179Fog Lamps - FrontSee: Front Fog Lamps.........................................73Ford Credit..........................................................11US Only......................................................................11Ford Protect....................................................381Ford Protect Extended Service Plan(CANADA ONLY)..........................................382Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S.Only)...................................................................381Four-Wheel Drive..........................................142Front Fog Lamps.............................................73Front Passenger Sensing System............38Fuel and Refueling........................................127Fuel Consumption........................................132Advertised Capacity...........................................132Filling the Fuel Tank...........................................133Fuel Economy.......................................................133Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................128
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Running-InSee: Breaking-In..................................................178Running Out of Fuel.....................................128Adding Fuel From a Portable FuelContainer..........................................................129Filling a Portable Fuel Container..................128
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Safety Canopy™.............................................42Safety Precautions.......................................127Scheduled Maintenance Record...........390Scheduled Maintenance...........................383Seatbelt Extension........................................34Seatbelt Height Adjustment.......................31Seatbelt Reminder.........................................32Belt-Minder™........................................................32Seatbelts...........................................................28Principle of Operation........................................28Seatbelt Warning Lamp and IndicatorChime................................................................31Conditions of operation.....................................32Seats.................................................................104Security...............................................................61Settings...........................................................353911 Assist...............................................................358Ambient Lighting...............................................365Bluetooth..............................................................355Clock.......................................................................355Display...................................................................366General..................................................................363Media Player........................................................354Mobile Apps..........................................................361Navigation............................................................359Phone.....................................................................355Radio......................................................................358Sound.....................................................................353Valet Mode...........................................................367Vehicle...................................................................365Voice Control......................................................366Wi-Fi & Hotspot.................................................363Side Airbags.....................................................40Sitting in the Correct Position.................104Snow ChainsSee: Using Snow Chains.................................260Spare WheelSee: Changing a Road Wheel.......................265
Special Notices................................................12New Vehicle Limited Warranty.........................12Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks andUtility Type Vehicles........................................13On Board Diagnostics Data LinkConnector............................................................13Special Instructions..............................................12Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............13Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow............13Special Operating Conditions ScheduledMaintenance..............................................389Exceptions...........................................................390Speed ControlSee: Cruise Control............................................156Stability Control............................................150Principle of Operation......................................150Starter SwitchSee: Ignition Switch............................................119Starting a Gasoline Engine........................122Cold or Hot Engine..............................................122Engine Idle Speed after Starting...................123Failure to Start.....................................................123Fuel Flooded Engine..........................................122Starting and Stopping the Engine...........119General Information...........................................119Steering............................................................162Electric Power Steering....................................162Steering Wheel...............................................65Storage Compartments..............................117SunroofSee: Moonroof.......................................................78Supplementary Restraints System.........36Principle of Operation........................................36Symbols Glossary.............................................7SYNC™ 3........................................................307General Information.........................................307SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting......................367SYNC™ Applications andServices........................................................294911 Assist...............................................................295SYNC Mobile Apps............................................296SYNC™...........................................................290General Information.........................................290SYNC™ Troubleshooting.........................299
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