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Phone Controls
Use the phone buttons on your steering
wheel to answer, reject, or hang up a call.
Accessing Features through the
Phone Menu
You can access your call history,
phonebook, sent text messages, as well
as access phone and system settings.
1. Press the PHONE button to enter the
phone menu.
2. Scroll through the menu to view contacts, text messages, and the
phone dialer.
SYNC™ APPLICATIONS AND
SERVICES
• SYNC AppLink: Allows you to connect
to and use certain applications (if your
phone is compatible).
These features may require activation.
Available AppLink enabled apps vary by
market.
SYNC Mobile Apps
The system enables voice and steering
wheel control of SYNC AppLink enabled
smartphone apps. When an app is running
through AppLink, you can control main
features of the app through voice
commands and steering wheel controls. Note:
You must pair and connect your
smartphone to SYNC to access AppLink.
Note: Android users need to connect the
phone to SYNC using Bluetooth.
Note: For information on available apps,
supported smartphone devices and
troubleshooting tips please visit the Ford
website
Note: Availability of SYNC AppLink enabled
Apps will vary by region.
Note: Make sure you have an active account
for the app that you have downloaded.
Some apps work automatically with no
setup. Other apps want you to configure
your personal settings and personalize your
experience by creating stations or favorites.
We recommend you do this at home or
outside of your vehicle.
To Access Using the SYNC Menu
Press the Mobile Apps button to access
the menu on-screen. Then select: Action and Description
Menu
Item
Scroll through the list of
available applications and
select a particular app.
Find
Mobile
Apps
Note: If you cannot find a compatible SYNC
AppLink app, make sure the required app is
running on the mobile device.
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AppLink issues
Possible solution(s)
Possible cause(s)
Issue
login on the app on the
phone before using them with AppLink. Also, some may have a "Ford SYNC"
setting, so check the app's
settings menu on the phone.
Closing and restarting apps may help SYNC find the
application if you cannot
discover it inside the vehicle. On an Android device, if
apps have an "Exit' or 'Quit'
Sometime apps do not
properly close and re-open their connection to SYNC, over ignition cycles, for example.
My phone is connected, my
app(s) are running, but I still cannot find any apps. option, select that then
restart the app. If the app
does not have that option, you can also manually
"Force Close" the app by
going to the phone's settings
menu, selecting 'Apps.' then finding the particular app
and choosing 'Force stop.' Don't forget to restart the
app afterwards, then select "Find New Apps" on SYNC.
On an iPhone with iOS7+, to force close an app, doubletab the home button then
swipe up on the app to close it. Tab the home button
again, then select the app again to restart it. After a
few seconds, the app should then appear in SYNC'sMobile App's Menu.
Reset the Bluetooth on your phone by turning it off and
then turning Bluetooth back
on. If you are in your vehicle, SYNC should be able to
automatically re-connect to your phone if you press the "Phone" button.
There is a Bluetooth bug on
some older versions of theAndroid operating systemthat may cause apps that
were found on your previous
vehicle drive to not be found
again if you have not turned off Bluetooth.
My Android phone is
connected, my app(s) are running, I restarted them,but I still cannot find any apps.
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Automatic crash notification
system off.
Cell phone network signal
strength.
Vehicle data sharing on.
Vehicle location sharing on.
Vehicle data and vehicle location
sharing on.
Wireless charger active.
Feature Bar Select to use the radio, a USB, a
media player or a Bluetooth
device. See Entertainment
(page 443). Select to adjust climate settings
See
Manual Climate Control
(page 146). Select to make calls and access
the phonebook on your cell
phone. See
Phone (page 455).
Select to use the navigation
system.
See Navigation (page
457). Select to search for and use
compatible apps on your iOS or
Android device. See Apps (page
462
). Select to adjust system settings.
See
Settings (page 465).
Cleaning the Touchscreen
See
Cleaning the Interior (page 356). Updating the System
Updating the System Using a USB Drive
Downloading an Update
1. Go to the SYNC update page on the
local Ford website.
2. Download the update.
Note: The website notifies you if an update
is available.
3. Insert a USB drive into your computer.
Note: The USB drive needs to be empty and
meet the minimum requirements detailed
on the website.
4. Follow the instructions provided to download the update to the USB drive.
Installing an Update
Note: You can use the system when an
installation is in progress.
1. Disconnect all other USB devices from
the USB ports.
2. Connect the USB drive with the update
to a USB port.
Note: Installation starts automatically
within 10 minutes.
Updating the System Using a Wi-Fi
Network Connection
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network Select the settings option on the
feature bar.
1. Select
Automatic Updates.
2. Select
System Wi-Fi.
3. Switch
System Wi-Fi on.
4. Select
Available Wi-Fi Networks.
5. Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note: Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.
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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.
Map view menu.
A
Zoom out.
B
Zoom in.
C
Route guidance menu.
D
Destination entry menu.
E
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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 455).
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.
5. Select the app that you want to use on
the touchscreen.
Note: Connect your device to a USB port if
you want to use a navigation app. When
using a navigation app, keep your device
unlocked and the app open. Using Apps on an Android Device Select the apps option on the
feature bar.
1. If your device is connected via USB, switch Android Auto off. See
Phone
(page 455).
2. Pair your device. See Phone (page 455).
3. 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.
4. Select
Find Mobile Apps.
Note: The system searches and connects
to compatible apps that are running on your
device.
5. Select the app that you want to use on
the touchscreen.
Note: Mobile Apps on your device use the
USB port to establish a connection with
SYNC. Some devices may lose the ability to
play music over USB when Mobile Apps are
enabled.
Using Mobile Navigation on an
Android Device
1. Connect your device to a USB port.
2. Switch Android Auto off. See
Phone
(page 455).
3. Switch on
Enable Mobile Apps via
USB in the Mobile Apps Settings tile.
4. Select the apps option on the feature bar.
5. Select the navigation app that you want to use on the touchscreen.
Note: When using a navigation app, keep
your device unlocked and the app open.
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Ordering Additional Owner's
Literature......................................................323
Obtaining a French Owner ’s Manual..........323
Overhead Console........................................182
Overriding Automatic High Beam Control...........................................................103
P
Parking Aids...................................................228 Principle of Operation...................................... 228
Passive Anti-Theft System
........................85
SecuriLock ™.......................................................... 85
PATS See: Passive Anti-Theft System..................... 85
Perchlorate........................................................15
Personal Safety System ™
..........................49
How Does the Personal Safety System
Work?.................................................................. 49
Phone...............................................................455 Android Auto........................................................ 457
Apple CarPlay...................................................... 457
Pairing Your Cell Phone for the First Time.................................................................. 456
Text Messaging.................................................. 456
Using Your Cell Phone..................................... 456
Post-Crash Alert System...........................316
Power Door Locks See: Locking and Unlocking.............................. 73
Power Liftgate
..................................................81
Obstacle Detection............................................. 83
Opening and Closing the Liftgate.................. 82
Opening the Liftgate Window......................... 83
Setting the Liftgate Open Height................... 83
Stopping the Liftgate Movement................... 83
Switching the Power Liftgate On or Off........................................................................\
. 84
Using the Hands-Free Liftgate....................... 84
Power Outlet Indicators.............................179
Power Outlet
..................................................178
Power Outlet Precautions.........................178
Power Running Boards................................89
Power Seats....................................................161 Adjusting the Lumbar Support...................... 162
Adjusting the Multi-Contour Front Seats With Active Motion ....................................... 162
Power Steering Fluid Check.....................345 Power Windows
............................................105
Accessory.............................................................. 105
Bounce-Back....................................................... 105
One-Touch Down............................................... 105
One-Touch Up..................................................... 105
Window Lock....................................................... 105
Pre-Collision Assist.....................................267 Adjusting the Pre-Collision Assist
Settings............................................................ 269
Blocked Sensors................................................. 270
Distance Indication and Alert....................... 268
Using the Pre-Collision Assist System.............................................................. 268
Protecting the Environment
........................19
Puncture See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 382
R
Radio Frequency Certification Labels...........................................................492
Blind Spot Information System Sensors............................................................. 492
Body Control Module....................................... 496
Cruise Control Module.................................... 498
Garage Door Opener........................................ 502
Keys and Remote Controls............................ 503
Passive Anti-Theft System........................... 508
Radio Transceiver Module............................... 512
SYNC....................................................................... 515
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Sensors.............................................................. 519
Wireless Accessory Charging Module........523
Rear Axle..........................................................218
Rear Occupant Alert System Audible Warnings........................................................173
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators - Vehicles With: SYNC 3...........................173
Rear Occupant Alert System Indicators - Vehicles With: SYNC..............................173
Rear Occupant Alert System Limitations....................................................172
Rear Occupant Alert System Precautions...................................................172
Rear Occupant Alert System
....................172
Rear Parking Aid...........................................229 Object Distance Indicator............................... 230
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