
AppLink Issues
Possible solution(s)
Possible cause(s)
Issue
Switch Bluetooth off and then on to reset
it on your phone. If you are in your vehicle,
SYNC 3 should be able to automatically re-
connect to your phone if you press the
"Phone" button.
There is a Bluetooth issue
on some older versions
of the Android operating
system that may cause
apps that were found on
your previous vehicle
drive to not be found
again if you did not
switch Bluetooth off.
My Android
phone is
connected, my
app(s) are
running, I
restarted them,
but I still cannot
find any apps.
Unplug the USB cable from the phone, wait
a moment, and plug the USB cable back in
to the phone. After a few seconds, the app
should appear in SYNC 3's Mobile Apps
Menu. If not, "Force Close" the application
and restart it.
You may need to reset
the USB connection to
SYNC 3.
My iPhone is
connected, my
app is running, I
restarted the
app but I still
cannot find it on
SYNC 3.
Increase the Bluetooth volume of the
device by using the device's volume control
buttons which are most often found on the
side of the device.
The Bluetooth volume on
the phone may be low.
I have an
Android phone.
I found and
started my
media app on
SYNC 3, but
there is no
sound or the
sound is very
low.
Force close or uninstall the apps you do not
want SYNC 3 to find. If the app has a "Ford
SYNC" setting, disable that setting in the
app's settings menu on the phone.
Some Android devices
have a limited number of
Bluetooth ports that
apps can use to connect.
If you have more AppLink
apps on your phone than
the number of available
Bluetooth ports, you will
not see all of your apps
listed in the SYNC 3
mobile apps menu.
I can only see
some of the
AppLink apps
running on my
phone listed in
the SYNC 3
Mobile Apps
Menu.
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General
Possible solution
Possible cause
Issue
SYNC 3 only supports four languages in a
single module for text display, voice control
and voice prompts. The country where you
bought your vehicle dictates the four
languages based on the most popular
languages spoken. If the selected language
is not available, SYNC 3 remains in the
current active language.
SYNC 3 does not support
the currently selected
language for the instru-
ment cluster and inform-
ation and entertainment
display.
The language
selected for the
instrument
cluster and
information and
entertainment
display does not
match the
SYNC 3
SYNC 3 offers several new voice control
features for a wide range of languages.
Dialing a contact name directly from the
phonebook without pre-recording (for
example,
“call John Smith ”) or selecting a
track, artist, album, genre or playlist directly
from your media player (for example, "play
artist Madonna").
language
(phone, USB,
Bluetooth
audio, voice
control and
voice prompts). SYNC 3 System Reset
The system has a System Reset feature that can be performed if the function of a SYNC
3 feature is lost. This reset is intended to restore functionality and will not erase any
information previously stored in the system (such as paired devices, phonebook, call
history, text messages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset, press and hold
the Seek Up (>>|) button while pressing and holding the Radio Power button. After
approximately 5 seconds the screen will go black. Allow 1-2 minutes for the system
reset to complete. You may then resume using the SYNC 3 system.
For additional assistance with SYNC 3
troubleshooting, refer to the regional Ford
or Lincoln website.
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For a complete listing of the accessories
that are available for your vehicle, please
contact your authorized dealer or visit the
online store web site:
Web Address (United States)
www.Accessories.Ford.com Web Address (Canada)
www.Accessories.Ford.ca
Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through an authorized Ford dealer.
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
• Chrome exhaust tips.
• Chrome kits.
• Fender flares*.
• Fog lamps*.
• Hood deflector.
• Splash guards.
• Step bars.
• Tailgate lock*.
• Tow hooks. Interior Style
•
Ambient lighting.
• Floor mats.
• Premium floor liners.
• Seat covers*.
Lifestyle
• Ash cup or smoker's package.
• Bed covers*.
• Bed liners.
• Bed mats.
• Bed rug*.
• Bed trays.
• Bluetooth speakers*.
• Hitch balls and tow bars.
• Rear seat entertainment*.
• Sport tents*.
• Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and
accessories.
• Truck bed cargo organization and
management.
Peace of Mind
• Console vault*.
• Keyless entry keypad.
• Remote start.
• Roadside assistance*.
• Vehicle security systems.
• Wheel locks.
• Wheels.
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Cargo Lamps....................................................76
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior............................... 273
Catalytic Converter
......................................149
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 150
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing..................................................... 151
Center Console
...............................................131
Changing a Bulb..........................................268 Approach Lamp and Side Direction
Indicator........................................................... 269
Central High Mounted Brake Lamp..............271
Front Fog Lamps............................................... 269
Front Side Marker Bulb................................... 269
License Plate Lamp............................................ 271
Rear Lamps.......................................................... 270
Replacing LED Fog Lamp Bulbs................... 270
Replacing the Headlamp Bulbs .................. 268
Changing a Fuse
..........................................254
Fuses...................................................................... 254
Changing a Road Wheel...........................304 Dissimilar Spare Wheel and Tire Assembly
Information..................................................... 304
Installing a Road Wheel................................... 312
Jacking and Lifting Points............................... 310
Removing a Road Wheel.................................. 311
Spare Wheel....................................................... 309
Stowing the Flat Tire......................................... 312
Stowing the Tool Kit - SuperCrew................314
Stowing the Vehicle Jack and Tool Kit - SuperCab.......................................................... 313
Stowing the Vehicle Jack - SuperCrew........................................................ 313
Tire Change Procedure.................................... 305
Vehicle Jack......................................................... 306
Changing the 12V Battery.........................264 Remove and Reinstall the Battery..............265
Changing the Engine Air Filter.................272
Changing the Wiper Blades
.....................266
Changing the Windshield Wiper
Blades............................................................... 266
Charging the 12V Battery..........................263 Battery Management System....................... 263
Checking MyKey System Status...............59 MyKey Distance.................................................... 59
Number of Admin Keys..................................... 60
Number of MyKeys.............................................. 60
Checking the Wiper Blades.....................266 Child Restraint and Seatbelt
Maintenance.................................................39
Child Restraint Positioning
..........................31
Child Safety......................................................20 General Information............................................ 20
Child Safety Locks..........................................33 Left-Hand Side...................................................... 33
Right-Hand Side................................................... 33
Cleaning Leather Seats..............................277
Cleaning Products........................................273 Materials................................................................ 273
Cleaning the Engine....................................275
Cleaning the Exterior...................................273 Cleaning the Headlamps................................. 274
Exterior Chrome Parts...................................... 274
Exterior Plastic Parts......................................... 274
Stripes or Graphics............................................ 274
Underbody............................................................ 274
Under Hood.......................................................... 274
Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens
.........................276
Cleaning the Interior....................................276
Mirrors..................................................................... 276
Cleaning the Wheels..................................278
Cleaning the Windows and Wiper Blades............................................................275
Clearing All MyKeys
.......................................59
Climate............................................................386
Climate Control
...............................................111
Cold Weather Precautions.......................225
Connecting a Bluetooth Device - Vehicles Without: SYNC..........................331
Pairing a Device................................................... 331
Coolant Check See: Engine Coolant Check........................... 260
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......48
Creating a MyKey
...........................................58
Programming and Changing Configurable
Settings............................................................... 59
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................199 Blocked Sensors................................................. 201
False Alerts.......................................................... 202
Switching the System Off and On..............202
System Errors...................................................... 202
System Lights, Messages and Audible Alerts.................................................................. 201
System Limitations........................................... 202
Using the Cross Traffic Alert System.........200
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Cruise Control..................................................67
Principle of Operation....................................... 182
Cruise control See: Using Cruise Control................................ 182
Customer Assistance.................................234
D
Data Recording
..................................................9
911 Assist Privacy Notice..................................... 13
Comfort, Convenience and Entertainment Data........................................................................\
11
Event Data................................................................. 11
Service Data............................................................ 10
Services That Third Parties Provide...............12
Services That We Provide.................................. 12
Vehicles With a Modem...................................... 12
Vehicles With SYNC............................................. 12
Daytime Running Lamps
.............................73
Type One - Conventional
(Non-Configurable)........................................ 73
Type Two - Configurable.................................... 73
Declaration of Conformity.......................483 Radio Frequency Statement......................... 483
Digital Radio..................................................332 HD Radio Reception and Station
Troubleshooting............................................ 333
Direction Indicators........................................75 Direction Indicator................................................ 75
Switching the Direction Indicators On and Off........................................................................\
.. 75
Doors and Locks.............................................62
Driver Alert
......................................................190
PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION........................... 190
USING DRIVER ALERT..................................... 190
Driver and Passenger Airbags....................43 Children and Airbags.......................................... 44
Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment........................................................ 43
Driving Aids.....................................................190
Driving Hints
...................................................224
Driving Through Water...............................226
DRL See: Daytime Running Lamps......................... 73
E
Economical Driving.....................................224 Electromagnetic Compatibility..............455
Electronic Locking Differential................163
Operating Electronic Locking Differential
with Spare or Mismatched Tires..............163
Emission Law.................................................148 Noise Emissions Warranty, Prohibited
Tampering Acts and Maintenance..........149
Tampering With a Noise Control System............................................................... 148
End User License Agreement..................457 VEHICLE SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE
AGREEMENT (EULA) ................................. 457
Engine Block Heater.....................................137 Using the Engine Block Heater....................... 137
Engine Coolant Check...............................260 Adding Coolant.................................................... 261
Engine Emission Control...........................148
Engine Immobilizer See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 65
Engine Oil Check..........................................259 Adding Engine Oil.............................................. 259
Engine Oil Dipstick
......................................259
Engine Specifications.................................316 Drivebelt Routing................................................ 316
Entertainment...............................................376 AM/FM Radio....................................................... 377
Apps....................................................................... 385
Bluetooth Stereo or USB................................ 384
CD (If equipped)................................................ 383
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)........................................................ 380
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (If Activated)........................................................ 378
Sources................................................................... 377
Supported Media Players, Formats and Metadata Information................................ 385
USB Ports............................................................. 385
Environment......................................................17
Essential Towing Checks...........................218 Before Towing a Trailer.................................... 220
Launching or Retrieving a Boat or Personal Watercraft (PWC)......................................... 221
Safety Chains....................................................... 219
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 220
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 220
Trailer Towing Connector................................. 219
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 220
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Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................37
Seatbelt Reminder.........................................37 Seatbelt Status..................................................... 38
Seatbelts...........................................................34 Principle of Operation........................................ 34
Seats..................................................................118
Security..............................................................65
Settings...........................................................405 911 Assist............................................................... 410
Ambient Lighting................................................. 417
Bluetooth.............................................................. 407
Clock....................................................................... 407
Display.................................................................... 418
General................................................................... 415
Media Player....................................................... 406
Mobile Apps.......................................................... 413
Navigation............................................................. 412
Phone..................................................................... 407
Radio........................................................................\
411
SiriusXM.................................................................. 411
Sound.................................................................... 405
Valet Mode............................................................ 419
Vehicle..................................................................... 417
Voice Control........................................................ 418
Wi-Fi & Hotspot.................................................. 415
Setting the Trail Control Speed...............174
Side Airbags
.....................................................46
Sitting in the Correct Position...................118
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 297
Spare Wheel See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 304
Special Notices
................................................14
Fleet Telematics Modem.................................... 15
FordPass Connect................................................. 15
New Vehicle Limited Warranty......................... 14
Notice to Owners of Pickup Trucks and Utility Type Vehicles........................................ 15
On Board Diagnostics Data Link Connector ............................................................ 14
Special Instructions.............................................. 14
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance............15
Using Your Vehicle With a Snowplow...........15
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance..............................................442
Exceptions........................................................... 444
Speed Control See: Cruise Control............................................ 182Stability Control
............................................169
Principle of Operation...................................... 169
Starter Switch See: Ignition Switch........................................... 133
Starting and Stopping the Engine..........133 General Information.......................................... 133
Steering...........................................................202 Electric Power Steering................................... 202
Steering Wheel...............................................66
Storage Compartments
..............................131
Sun Visors.........................................................82
Illuminated Vanity Mirror................................... 82
Supplementary Restraints System
.........42
Principle of Operation......................................... 42
Switching Trail Control On and Off........174
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
SYNC™ 3........................................................356
General Information......................................... 356
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting
.......................419
SYNC™ Applications and Services
........................................................343
911 Assist............................................................... 343
SYNC Mobile Apps............................................ 345
SYNC™
............................................................339
General Information......................................... 339
SYNC™ Troubleshooting
..........................347
T
Tailgate Lock
...................................................213
Tailgate.............................................................213
Technical Specifications See: Capacities and Specifications.............316
Terrain Control................................................172 Principle of Operation........................................ 172
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Program (U.S. Only)
.......................236
Tire Care..........................................................282
Glossary of Tire Terminology........................ 284
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................................................. 282
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall........................................................... 285
Temperature A B C............................................ 283
Traction AA A B C............................................... 283
Treadwear............................................................ 283
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