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Description
Voice Command
Listen to FM radio.
FM
Tune to a specific FM frequency.1
FM ___
1 Add the radio frequency to two decimal places to the command.
2 You can say the Sirius channel name or number such as "Sirius Channel 16"\
or "Sirius The Pulse".
USB and Media Player Description
Voice Command
Play your music by category.1
Play Album ___
Play Artist ___
Play Genre ___
Play Playlist ___
Play Song ___
Play Audiobook ___
Play Podcast ___
Browse music on a USB device.
Browse All Albums
Browse All Artists
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Description
Voice Command
Browse All Audiobooks
Browse All Genres
Browse All Playlists
Browse All Podcasts
Browse All Songs
Browse your music by category on a USB device.1
Browse Album ___
Browse Artist ___
Browse Audiobook ___
Browse Genre ___
Browse Playlist ___
Browse Podcast ___
1 Add an album name, artist name, audiobook name, genre name, playlist name, podcast name or track name to the command. Say the name
exactly as it appears on your device.
Climate (If Equipped)
You can control the temperature of the
vehicle using voice commands. ___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that for
climate voice commands it can be the
desired degrees for the temperature setting.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Audio source. Select to choose a
different audio source.
A
Presets. Swipe left to view more
presets.
B
You can access these options using the
touchscreen or voice commands.
Sources
Press this button to select the source of
media you want to listen to. Menu Item
AM
FM
SIRIUS
CD The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here.
USB
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You can use the forward, reverse, pause or
play buttons to control the audio playback.
Bluetooth Stereo or USB
Bluetooth Stereo and USB allow you to
access media that you store on your
Bluetooth device or USB device such as
music, audio books or podcasts.
The following buttons are available for Bluetooth and USB: Function
Button
Pressing the repeat button toggles the repeat setting through three mode\
s: repeat off (button not
highlighted), repeat all (button highlighted) and repeat track (butt\
on highlighted with a small number
one).
Repeat
Play the tracks in random order.
Shuffle
You can use the forward, reverse, pause or
play buttons to control the audio playback.
To get more information about the currently
playing track, press the cover art or Info
button. For some devices, SYNC 3 is able to provide
30-second skip buttons when you listen to
audio books or podcasts. These buttons
allow you to skip forward or backward within
a track.
While playing audio from a USB device you
can look for certain music by selecting the
following:
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Function
Button
If available, displays the list of tracks in the Now Playing playlist.
Browse
This option, which is available under browse, allows you to play all
tracks or to filter the available media into one of the below categories\
.
New Search
Play All
Playlists
Artist
Albums
Songs
Genres
Podcasts
Audio books
Composers
This button allows you to choose a specific letter to view within the
category you are browsing.
A-Z Jump
If available, this allows you to browse the folders and files on your
USB device.
Explore Device
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USB Ports
The USB ports are in the center console or
behind a small access door in the instrument
panel.
This feature allows you to plug in USB media
devices, memory sticks, flash drives or thumb
drives, and charge devices if they support
this feature.
Select this option to play audio from your
USB device. Apps
The system supports the use of certain audio
apps such as iHeartRadio through a USB or
Bluetooth enabled device.
Each app gives you different on-screen
options depending on the app's content.
See Apps (page 448).
Supported Media Players, Formats and
Metadata Information
The system is capable of hosting nearly any
digital media player, including iPod, iPhone,
and most USB drives.
Supported audio formats include MP3, WMA,
WAV, AAC, and FLAC.
Supported audio file extensions include MP3,
WMA, WAV, M4A, M4B, AAC, and FLAC.
Supported USB file systems include: FAT,
exFAT, and NTFS.
SYNC 3 is also able to organize the media
from your USB device by metadata tags.
Metadata tags, which are descriptive
software identifiers embedded in the media
files, provide information about the file. If your indexed media files contain no
information embedded in these metadata
tags, SYNC 3 may classify the empty
metadata tags as unknown.
SYNC 3 is capable of indexing up to 50,000
songs per USB device, for up to 10 devices.
CLIMATE (IF EQUIPPED)
Touch the climate button on the touchscreen
to access your climate control features.
Note: You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
See
Settings (page 451).
Accessing the Climate Control Menu Touch the button to access
additional controls for the front
climate system.
Directing the Airflow Touch the button to direct airflow
to the windshield air vents and
de-mister.
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Using Text Messaging
Description
Menu Item
Hear the text message.
Hear It
View the text message.
View
Call the sender.
Call
Reply to the text message with a standard text message.
Reply
Apple CarPlay (If Equipped)
1. Connect your device to a USB port.
2. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
Note: Certain features of the system are not
available when you are using Apple CarPlay.
Switching Apple CarPlay Off Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
Apple CarPlay Preferences.
2. Switch
Apple CarPlay off. Android Auto
(If Equipped)
1. Connect your device to a USB port.
2. Follow the instructions on the touchscreen.
Note: You might need to enable Android
Auto from the settings menu.
Note: Certain features of the system are not
available when you are using Android Auto.
Switching Android Auto Off Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
Android Auto. 2. Switch
Android Auto off.
NAVIGATION
(IF EQUIPPED)
Note: For more information, refer to our
website. Select the navigation option on the
feature bar.
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The navigation system map data may contain
inaccurate or incomplete information due to
the passage of time, changing
circumstances, sources used and the nature
of collecting comprehensive geographic
data, any of which may lead to incorrect
results. Inaccurate speed limit information,
turn restrictions and other road attributes
may affect the determined route and
associated guidance
Annual navigation map updates are available
for purchase through your dealership.
Depending on your purchase agreement,
you might be eligible for free Map update.
You can choose to download the Map data
update onto a USB, order a USB, or use Wi-Fi
to deliver automatic updates. To update your
Map data over Wi-Fi, your vehicle must be
connected to a Wi-Fi access point. Map Data
files are large, so it is highly recommended
to perform the update when free Wi-Fi is
available otherwise high data rates may
apply. For USB updates, free map update
eligibility, and other details, contact dealers
at 1-866-462-8837 in the United States and
Canada or 01-800-557-5539 in Mexico or
visit our local website for more information.
APPS
The system allows you interact with select
mobile apps while keeping your eyes on the
road. Voice commands, your steering wheel
buttons, or a quick tap on your touchscreen
give you advanced control of compatible
mobile apps. You can also stream your
favorite music or podcasts, share your time
of arrival with friends, and keep connected
safely.
When you start an app through the system
for the first time, you could be asked to grant
certain permissions. You can review and
change the permissions that you have
granted at any time when your vehicle is not
moving. We recommend that you check your
data plan before using your apps through
the system. Using them could result in
additional charges. We also recommend that
you check the app provider's terms and
conditions and privacy policy before using
their app. Make sure that you have an active
account for apps that you want to use
through the system. Some apps will work
with no setup. Others require you to
configure some personal settings before you
can use them.
Note:
For more information about available
apps, visit catalog.ford.com.
Using Apps on an iOS Device Select the apps option on the
feature bar.
1. If your device is connected via USB, switch Apple CarPlay off. See Phone
(page 438).
2. Connect your device to a USB port or pair and connect using Bluetooth.
3. If prompted to enable CarPlay, select Disable
.
4. Start the apps on your device that you want to use through SYNC.
Note: If you close the apps on your device,
you will not be able to use them through the
system.
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