2021 FORD MUSTANG MACH-E Owners Manual

1. Place the device on the windshield,
within one of the shaded areas at either
side of the mirror.
Note: The device must be placed in the
defined areas shown. The remainder of the
windshield has a coating that prevents the
device from working properly.
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WHAT IS A CONNECTED
VEHICLE
A connected vehicle has technology that
allows your vehicle to connect to a mobile
network and for you to access a range of
features. When used in conjunction with
the FordPass app, it could allow you to
monitor and control your vehicle further,
for example checking the tire pressures,
and the vehicle location. For additional
information, refer to the local Ford website.
CONNECTED VEHICLE
REQUIREMENTS
Connected service and related feature
functionality requires a compatible vehicle
network.
Some remote features require additional
service activation. Log in to your Ford
account for details. Some restrictions, third
party terms and message or data rates
may apply.
CONNECTED VEHICLE
LIMITATIONS
Evolving technology, cellular networks, or
regulations could affect functionality and
availability, or continued provision of some
features. These changes could even stop
some features from functioning.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A MOBILE NETWORK -
VEHICLES WITH: MODEM
WHAT IS THE MODEM
The modem allows access to a
range of features built into your
vehicle. ENABLING AND DISABLING THE
MODEM
Tap the vehicle drawer on the top left of
the screen.
1. Press Connectivity.
2. Press
Connected Vehicle Features.
3. Switch vehicle connectivity on or off.
CONNECTING FORDPASS TO THE
MODEM
1. Make sure that the modem is enabled using the vehicle settings menu.
2. Open the FordPass app on your device
and log in.
3. Add your vehicle or select your vehicle if already added.
4. Select the option for vehicle details.
5. Select the option to activate your vehicle.
6. Make sure that the name on the screen
matches the name shown in your
FordPass account.
7. Confirm that FordPass account is connected to the modem.
CONNECTING THE VEHICLE TO
A WI-FI NETWORK - VEHICLES
WITH: SYNC 4
Access the application drawer on the
touchscreen.
1. Press
Settings.
2. Press
Connectivity.
3. Press
Manage Wi-Fi Networks.
4. Switch
Wi-Fi Hotspot on.
5. Press
View Available Networks.
6. Select an available Wi-Fi network.
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Note:
Enter the network password to
connect to a secure network.
CONNECTED VEHICLE – TROUBLESHOOTING
CONNECTED VEHICLE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - VEHICLES
WITH: MODEM Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot confirm the
connection of my FordPass
account to the modem. –
Modem is not enabled.
•Switch vehicle connectivity on.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to a place where the
network signal is not obstructed.
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CONNECTED VEHICLE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - VEHICLES
WITH: SYNC 4
Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot connect to a Wi-Fi
network. –
Password error.
•Enter the correct network password.
– Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
– Multiple access points in range with the same network
name.
•Use a unique name for your network name. Do not
use the default name unless it contains a unique
identifier, for example as part of the MAC address.
The Wi-Fi connection
disconnects after successful
connection. –
Weak network signal.
•Move your vehicle closer to the Wi-Fi router or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
I am close to a Wi-Fi router
but the network signal
strength is weak. –
Obstructed network signal.
•If your vehicle has a heated windshield, position
your vehicle so that the windshield is not facing the
Wi-Fi router.
• If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows
but not on the windshield, position your vehicle so
that the windshield is facing the Wi-Fi router or
open the windows that are facing the router.
• If your vehicle has metallic tinting on the windows
and the windshield, open the windows that are
facing the router.
• If your vehicle is in a garage and you have the
garage door closed, open the garage door as it may
block the signal.
– Hidden network.
•Make the network visible and try again, or use the
Add Network Manually option in Wi-Fi settings
menu.
– Unsupported security type.
•Some network security types are not supported,
for example WEP.
I cannot see a network in the
list of available networks
that I expect to see.
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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 router or to
a place where the network signal is not obstructed.
– Wi-Fi hotspot in high demand or has a slow Internet
connection.
•Use a 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.
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CREATING A VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in your
vehicle and allow devices to connect to it
for access to the Internet.
Tap the vehicle drawer on the top left of
the screen.
1. Press Vehicle Hotspot.
Note: The vehicle hotspot default setting
is on.
2. Press Settings under the Vehicle Hotspot menu.
3. Press
Edit.
4. Switch the Wi-Fi Visibility option on or off.
Note: The Wi-Fi visibility default setting is
on.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Name
and Password
Tap the vehicle drawer on the top left of
the screen.
1. Press
Vehicle Hotspot.
2. Press Settings under the Vehicle Hotspot menu.
Note: The network name is the hotspot
name.
3. Switch the Show Password option on or off.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-Fi
Hotspot
1. On your device, switch Wi-Fi on 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.
3. Follow the instructions on the carrier portal to purchase a plan.
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 VEHICLE WI-
FI HOTSPOT NAME OR
PASSWORD
Tap the vehicle drawer on the top left of
the screen.
1. Press
Vehicle Hotspot.
2. Press Settings under the Vehicle Hotspot menu.
3. Press
Edit.
4. Press
Change Network Name.
5. Enter your required network name.
6. Press the enter key to save the network
name.
7. Press
Change Password.
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8. Enter your required password.
9. Press the enter key to save the
password.
Changing the Wi-Fi Hotspot
Frequency
Note: The Vehicle Hotspot frequency band
is selectable depending upon your device
capabilities. You will be unable to connect
your device to the Vehicle Hotspot if it does
not support the selected frequency band.
Tap the vehicle drawer on the top left of
the screen.
1. Press Vehicle Hotspot.
2. Press Settings under the Vehicle Hotspot menu.
3. Press
Edit.
4. Select a frequency.
5. Press
Done.
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AUDIO SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS
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.
Listening to loud audio for long periods of
time could damage your hearing.
SWITCHING THE AUDIO UNIT
ON AND OFF Press the button on the volume
control.
SELECTING THE AUDIO
SOURCE
1. Press your preferred audio source.
Note: Available audio sources are listed
along the top of the radio screen.
PLAYING OR PAUSING THE
AUDIO SOURCE Press to pause playback. Press
again to resume playback.
Note: Not all sources can be paused. ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
Turn to adjust the volume.
You can also press the mute button on the
map screen.
Some vehicles may be able to adjust the
volume using buttons on the steering
wheel.
SWITCHING SHUFFLE MODE
ON AND OFF
Press the button on the
touchscreen to switch shuffle
mode on or off.
Note: Not all sources have shuffle mode.
SWITCHING REPEAT MODE ON
AND OFF Press the button on the
touchscreen to switch repeat
mode on or off.
Note: Not all sources have repeat mode.
SETTING A MEMORY PRESET
1. Select a station or channel.
2. Press and hold a memory preset button
on the touchscreen.
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