
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A MOBILE NETWORK
About the Modem - Vehicles
Without: SYNC 3
The modem allows you to connect your
vehicle to the Internet to use when you are
on the road.
If you enable the modem using the
FordPass app, you can access the
following services:
•
Locating and remotely starting, locking
and unlocking your vehicle. See the
information in FordPass app.
• Automatic system updates.
About the Modem - Vehicles With:
SYNC 3
The modem allows you to connect your
vehicle to the Internet to use when you are
on the road.
If you enable the modem using the
FordPass app, you can access the
following services:
• Locating and remotely starting, locking
and unlocking your vehicle. See the
information in FordPass app.
• Automatic system updates.
If you do not enable the modem using the
FordPass app, you can still enable the
modem using the touchscreen to get
automatic system updates.
Enabling the Modem Using
FordPass
1. Open the FordPass app on your device
and log in. 2. Select your vehicle.
3. Select the option for vehicle details.
4. Select the option to activate your
vehicle.
5. Switch the ignition on.
6. Make sure that the name on the screen
matches the name shown in your
FordPass account.
7. Confirm the association of your vehicle
with your FordPass account.
Enabling the Modem Using the
Touchscreen - Vehicles With:
SYNC 3 Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select FordPass Connect.
2. Select
Connectivity Settings.
3. Switch connectivity features on.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A WI-FI NETWORK - VEHICLES
WITH: SYNC 3 Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
Wi-Fi.
2. Select
View Available Networks.
3. Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note: Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.
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Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot see the Wi-Fi
Hotspot name when I search
for Wi-Fi networks on my
cell phone or other device. –
System limitation.
•Make sure Wi-Fi hotspot visibility is on.
• The system does not provide a Wi-Fi hotspot at
this time.
– Weak network signal
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi hotspot or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
– Wi-Fi hotspot in high demand or has a slow Internet
connection.
•Use an more reliable Wi-Fi hotspot.
Software downloads take
too long.
–No software update available.
– Wi-Fi network requires a subscription or acceptance
of terms and conditions.
•Test the connection using another device. If the
network requires a subscription or acceptance of
terms and conditions, contact the network service
provider.
The system seems to
connect to a Wi-Fi network
and the signal strength is
excellent but the software
does not update.
Mobile Network Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
–Modem is not enabled.
•Enable the modem through FordPass.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to a place where the
network signal is not obstructed.
I cannot confirm association
with FordPass when trying
to enable the modem.
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CREATING A WI-FI HOTSPOT -
VEHICLES WITHOUT: SYNC 3
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in your
vehicle and allow devices to connect to it
for access to the Internet.
Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select Connectivity Features.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
Note: The vehicle hotspot default setting
is on.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
Wi-Fi visibility.
Note: The Wi-Fi Visibility default setting is
on.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name
and Password Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select
Connectivity Features.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
Note: The SSID is the hotspot name.
4. Scroll to
Hide password.
5. Uncheck the box.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot
1. On your device, turn on Wi-Fi and select
the hotspot from the list of available
Wi-Fi networks.
2. When prompted, enter the password.
Purchasing a Data Plan
1. Connect a device to the hotspot. Note:
The vehicle network carrier ’s portal
opens on your device.
2. If the portal does not open on your device, open a website and it redirects
to the vehicle network carrier ’s portal.
Note: Secure websites do not redirect.
Note: If you have an active plan, the system
does not redirect to the vehicle network
carrier ’s portal when you connect a device.
Visit the vehicle network carrier ’s website
to purchase more data.
Note: If data usage information is available
in the vehicle hotspot menu, it is
approximate.
Note: If you carry out a master reset, the
system does not remove your vehicle from
your vehicle network carrier ’s account. To
remove your vehicle from the account,
contact your vehicle network carrier.
Note: The vehicle network carrier provides
Vehicle Hotspot services, subject to your
vehicle network carrier agreement, coverage
and availability.
CREATING A WI-FI HOTSPOT -
VEHICLES WITH: SYNC 3
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in your
vehicle and allow devices to connect to it
for access to the Internet. Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
FordPass Connect.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
Note: The vehicle hotspot default setting
is on.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
Edit.
5. Select
Wi-Fi Visibility.
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Note:
The Wi-Fi Visibility default setting is
on.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name
and Password Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select FordPass Connect.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
Note: The SSID is the hotspot name.
4. Select
View Password.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot
1. On your device, turn on Wi-Fi and select
the hotspot from the list of available
Wi-Fi networks.
2. When prompted, enter the password.
Purchasing a Data Plan
1. Connect a device to the hotspot.
Note: The vehicle network carrier ’s portal
opens on your device.
2. If the portal does not open on your device, open a website and it redirects
to the vehicle network carrier ’s portal.
Note: Secure websites do not redirect.
Note: If you have an active plan, the system
does not redirect to the vehicle network
carrier ’s portal when you connect a device.
Visit the vehicle network carrier ’s website
to purchase more data.
Note: If data usage information is available
in the vehicle hotspot menu, it is
approximate.
Note: If you carry out a master reset, the
system does not remove your vehicle from
your vehicle network carrier ’s account. To
remove your vehicle from the account,
contact your vehicle network carrier. Note:
The vehicle network carrier provides
Vehicle Hotspot services, subject to your
vehicle network carrier agreement, coverage
and availability.
CHANGING THE WI-FI
HOTSPOT NAME OR
PASSWORD - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: SYNC 3 Press the button to enter the
settings menu.
1. Select Connectivity Features.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
SSID: ___.
5. Enter your required SSID.
6. Select
Done.
7. Select
Password: ___.
8. Enter your required password.
9. Select
Done.
CHANGING THE WI-FI
HOTSPOT NAME OR
PASSWORD - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC 3 Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
FordPass Connect.
2. Select
Vehicle Hotspot.
3. Select
Settings.
4. Select
Edit.
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SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service
Note:
SiriusXM reserves the unrestricted
right to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Ford Motor Company shall not be
responsible for any such programming
changes. SiriusXM satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service
that broadcasts a variety of music, sports,
news, weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed
SiriusXM satellite radio system includes
hardware and a limited subscription term,
which begins on the date of sale or lease
of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer
for availability.
For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is
required), the online media player and a
complete list of SiriusXM satellite radio
channels, and other features, please visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call
SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)
You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. When in
satellite radio mode, tune to channel 0.
Troubleshooting Action
Condition
Message
No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
Radio requires more than
two seconds to produce
audio for the selected
channel.
Acquiring…
If this message does not
clear shortly, or with an igni-
tion key cycle, your receiver
may have a fault. See an
authorized dealer for service.
There is an internal module
or system failure present.
Satellite antenna fault
SIRIUS system failure
Tune to another channel or
choose another preset.
The channel is no longer
available.
Invalid Channel
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to subscribe to
the channel, or tune to
another channel.
Your subscription does not
include this channel.
Unsubscribed Channel
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Action
Condition
Message
The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the
SiriusXM satellite or Siri-
usXM tower to your vehicle
antenna.
No Signal
No action required. The
process may take up to
three minutes.
Update of channel
programming in progress.
Updating…
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve
subscription issues.
Your satellite service is no
longer available.
Questions? Call
1-888-539-7474
Use the channel guide to
turn off the Lock or Skip
function on that station.
All the channels in the
selected category are either
skipped or locked.
None found
Check Channel Guide
No action required.
SiriusXM has updated the
channels available for your
vehicle.
Subscription Updated
STREAMING BLUETOOTH
AUDIO - VEHICLES WITHOUT:
SYNC 3
Selecting a Bluetooth Source Press the button to display the
menu.
Repeatedly press the button to scroll to
the Bluetooth device.
Press the OK button. Press the button to play the
track. Press the button again to
pause the track.
Press the button to skip to the
next track.
Press and hold the button to fast
forward through the track. Press the button once to return
to the beginning of the track.
Repeatedly press the button to
return to previous tracks.
Press and hold the button to fast rewind.
Note: Not all functions are supported by all
phones.
PLAYING MEDIA FROM A USB
DEVICE - VEHICLES WITHOUT:
SYNC 3
Supported Audio File Formats
You can play audio file formats including
MP3, WMA, WAV, M4A, M4B, AAC, and
FLAC.
Note: The NTFS file system is not
supported.
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Selecting the USB Device
Press the button to display the
menu.
Repeatedly press the button to scroll to
your USB device.
Press the OK button.
Playing from the USB Device Press the button to play a track.
Press the button again to pause
the track.
Press the button to skip to the
next track.
Press and hold the button to fast
forward through the track. Press the button once to return
to the beginning of a track.
Repeatedly press the button to
return to previous tracks.
Press and hold the button to fast rewind.
Sorting by Categories
You can also sort and play music by
specific categories, for example artist or
album.
Press the
OK button to view the available
categories.
USB PORT
USB Ports could be in the following
locations:
• On the center console below the
gearshift lever.
• Under the front passenger double seat
cushion.
You can use the USB port to charge a
device only when the engine is running. USING VOICE RECOGNITION
Phone Voice Service
This system allows you to use the voice
recognition features of your phone and
focus on your driving.
Press and hold the voice control
button on the steering wheel.
Note: This only works when connected via
Bluetooth. See
Connecting a Bluetooth
Device (page 373).
Note: When using voice recognition use the
language set on the device.
Note: We recommend that you check your
data plan before using your phone voice
service through the system. Using them
could result in additional charges.
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Note:
On some models, SEEK NEXT may
be combined with PHONE REJECT and
SEEK PREVIOUS may be combined with
PHONE ACCEPT.
M:
Touch the control repeatedly to switch
between media sources (modes).
See
Steering Wheel (page 78).
Using Your Bezel Controls
Depending on your vehicle and option
package, you may also have these controls
on your instrument panel:
• Power:
Switch the audio system on
and off.
• VOL:
Control the volume of playing
audio.
• Seek
and Tune: se as you normally
would in audio modes.
• Eject:
Eject a CD from the audio
system.
• SOURCE
or MEDIA: Press repeatedly
to advance through available media
modes.
• SOUND:
Press to access the Sound
menu where you can adjust sound and
other audio settings.
• 1-6:
Press and hold to store or press to
select an AM, FM or SIRIUS memory
preset. See Audio System (page 367).
• DISP:
Switch the display on or off. You
can also touch the screen to switch the
display back on.
• Temperature, fan and climate
control buttons:
Control the
temperature, fan speed or settings of
the climate control system. See
Climate Control
(page 114). Safety Information WARNING:
Driving while
distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, crash and injury. We strongly
recommend that you use extreme
caution when using any device that may
take your focus off the road. Your
primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We
recommend against the use of any
hand-held device while driving and
encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible. Make sure you
are aware of all applicable local laws
that may affect the use of electronic
devices while driving.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the
system. Have an authorized dealer
check your vehicle.
• Do not operate playing devices if the
power cords or cables are broken, split
or damaged. Place cords and cables
out of the way, so they do not interfere
with the operation of pedals, seats,
compartments or safe driving abilities.
• Do not leave playing devices in your
vehicle during extreme conditions as it
could cause them damage. See your
device's user guide for further
information.
• For your safety, some SYNC 3 functions
are speed-dependent. Their use is
limited to when your vehicle is traveling
at speeds under 3 mph (5 km/h). Make
sure that you review your device's
manual before using it with SYNC 3.
Speed-restricted Features
Some features of this system may be too
difficult to use while your vehicle is moving
so they are restricted from use unless your
vehicle is stationary.
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