
Smartphone Connectivity (If Equipped)
SYNC 3 allows you to use Apple CarPlay andAndroid Auto to access your phone.
When you use Apple CarPlay or AndroidAuto, you can:
•Make calls.
•Send and receive messages.
•Listen to music.
•Use your phone's voice assistant.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto disablesome SYNC 3 features.
Most Apple CarPlay and Android Autofeatures use mobile data.
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay requires an iPhone 5 or newerwith iOS 7.1 or newer. Updating to the latestiOS version is recommended.
1. Plug your phone into a USB port. SeeUSB Port (page 369).
2. Follow the prompts on the touchscreen.
3. Follow the prompts that appear on yourphone to allow access to Apple CarPlay.
After completing the setup, your phoneconnects to Apple CarPlay automaticallywhen plugged into a USB port.
To disable this feature from the Settingsscreen, select:
Menu Item
Apple CarPlay Preferences
Your device is listed if SYNC detects AppleCarPlay. Select the name of your device.
Switch Apple CarPlay off.
To return to SYNC 3, go to the Apple CarPlayhome screen and select the SYNC app.
Note:Contact Apple for Apple CarPlaysupport.
Android Auto
Android Auto is compatible with mostdevices with Android 5.0 or newer.
1.Download the Android Auto app to yourdevice from Google Play to prepare yourdevice (this may require mobile datausage).
Note:The Android Auto App may not beavailable within your current market.
2. Plug your device into a USB Port. SeeUSB Port (page 369).
3. Follow the prompt on the touchscreen.
4. Follow the prompts that appear on yourdevice.
Note:You may be prompted to updateadditional apps on your device. This mayrequire mobile data usage.
To disable this feature from the Settingsscreen, select:
Menu Item
Android Auto Preferences
Your device is listed if SYNC detectsAndroid Auto. Select the name of yourdevice.
Switch Android Auto off.
Note:You may need to slide your Settingsscreen to the left to select Apple CarPlayPreferences or Android Auto Preferences.
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APPS
The system enables voice, steering wheel,and touch screen control of SYNC 3 AppLinkenabled smartphone apps. When an app isrunning through AppLink, you can controlmain features of the app through voicecommands and steering wheel controls.
Note:Available AppLink enabled apps willvary by market.
Note:You must pair and connect yoursmartphone via Bluetooth to SYNC 3 toaccess AppLink.
Note:iPhone users need to connect thephone to the USB port.
Note:For information on available apps,supported smartphone devices andtroubleshooting tips please visit:
Websites
owner.lincoln.comwww.syncmyride.ca
Websites
www.syncmaroute.ca
Note:Make sure you have an active accountfor the app that you have downloaded. Someapps will work with no setup. Other apps willwant you to configure your personal settingsand personalize your experience by creatingstations or favorites. We recommend you dothis at home or outside of your vehicle.
Note:We encourage you to review thesmartphone app’s terms of service andprivacy policies because Lincoln is notresponsible for your app or its use of data.
Note:AppLink is a native SYNC systemfeature. Accessing mobile apps throughAppLink is only possible when Android Autoor Apple CarPlay are disabled. Some appsmay only be accessible in the car throughAppLink and others only through AndroidAuto or Apple CarPlay. Please refer to theSmartphone Connectivity information todisable Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
Note:In order to use an app with SYNC 3,the app needs to be running in thebackground of your phone. If you shut downthe app on your phone, it shuts down theapp on SYNC 3 as well.
Note:If a SYNC 3 AppLink compatible appis not shown in the Apps Domain, make surethe required app is running on the mobiledevice.
Action and Descrip-tionMenu Item
SYNC 3 will searchand connect tocompatible app(s)running on yourmobile device.
Find Mobile Apps
Enabling SYNC 3 Mobile Apps
In order to enable mobile apps, SYNC 3requires user consent to send and receiveapp authorization information and updatesusing the data plan associated with theconnected device.
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Parking Aids..................................................206Principle of Operation.......................................206
Passive Anti-Theft System............................77SecuriLock...............................................................77
PATSSee: Passive Anti-Theft System.........................77
Perchlorate........................................................12Personal Safety System™..............................46How Does the Personal Safety SystemWork?...................................................................46
Phone...............................................................416During a Phone Call............................................421Making Calls........................................................420Pairing Your Cell Phone for the FirstTime....................................................................416Phone Menu..........................................................417Receiving Calls.....................................................421Smartphone Connectivity.................................423Text Messaging...................................................422
Post-Crash Alert System............................268Power Decklid...................................................71Obstacle Detection...............................................72Opening and Closing the Power Decklid.......72Resetting the Power Decklid..............................73
Power Door LocksSee: Locking and Unlocking..............................67
Power Seats....................................................148Adjusting the Four-Way LumbarSupport..............................................................150Adjusting the Lumbar Support.........................150Adjusting the Multi-Contour Front Seats WithActive Motion ..................................................150
Power Windows..............................................94Accessory Delay...................................................95Bounce-Back..........................................................94One-Touch Down..................................................94One-Touch Up.......................................................94Window Lock.........................................................95
Pre-Collision Assist......................................246Adjusting the Pre-Collision AssistSettings.............................................................248Blocked Sensors................................................249Distance Indication and Alert..........................247Using the Pre-Collision Assist System..........247
Protecting the Environment..........................16
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Rear Parking Aid...........................................206Obstacle Distance Indicator............................207
Rear Seat Armrest.........................................156Armrest Pass-Through.......................................157
Rear Seats.......................................................153
Rear View Camera........................................218Using the Rear View Camera System............219
Rear View CameraSee: Rear View Camera.....................................218
Refueling.........................................................180Fuel Filler Door Manual Override Lever........183System Warnings.................................................182
Remote Control...............................................58Car Finder...............................................................60Intelligent Access Key.........................................58Remote Start..........................................................60Replacing the Battery..........................................58Sounding the Panic Alarm..................................60
Remote Start...................................................145Automatic Settings..............................................145Heated and Cooled Features..........................145Last Settings.........................................................145
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..................321Replacement Parts Recommendation........13Collision Repairs.....................................................13Scheduled Maintenance and MechanicalRepairs.................................................................13Warranty on Replacement Parts.........................13
Replacing a Lost Key or RemoteControl.............................................................61Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)..............................................................278Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).......277
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