
911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you switch on 911 Assist, it may
disclose to emergency services that your
vehicle has been in a crash involving the
deployment of an airbag or activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or
updates to 911 Assist may also be capable
of electronically or verbally disclosing to
911 operators your vehicle location or other
details about your vehicle or crash to assist
911 operators to provide the most
appropriate emergency services. If you do
not want to disclose this information, do
not switch the feature on.
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.
To Access Using Voice Commands
Press the voice button, then when prompted say: Action and Description
Voice Command
Say the name of the application after the tone.
The app should start. When an app is running through SYNC, you can press the voice button and speak commands specific to the app, for example "Play Playlist Road Trip".
Mobile Applications
SYNC lists all of the currently available mobile apps.
List Applications
Searches your connected mobile device for SYNC-compatible mobile apps.
Find Applications
Use this command to discover the available voice commands.
Help
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App Permissions
App permissions are organized by groups.
You can grant these group permissions
individually. You can change a permission
group status any time when not driving, by
using the settings menu.
When you launch an app using SYNC, the
system may ask you to grant certain
permissions, for example:
•
To allow your vehicle to provide vehicle
information to the app such as, but not
limited to: Fuel level, fuel economy, fuel
consumption, engine speed, rain
sensor, odometer, VIN, external
temperature, gear position, tire
pressure, and head lamp status.
• To allow your vehicle to provide driving
characteristic information such as, but
not limited to: MyKey, seatbelt status,
engine revolutions per minute, gear
position, braking events, steering wheel
angle, and accelerator pedal position.
• To allow your vehicle to provide
location information, including: GPS
and speed.
• To allow the app to send push
notifications using the vehicle display
and voice capabilities while running in
a background state. Push notifications
may be particularly useful for news or
location based apps.
Note: You only need to grant permissions
the first time you use an app with SYNC.
Note: Ford is not responsible or liable for
any damages or loss of privacy relating to
usage of an app, or dissemination of any
vehicle data that you approve Ford to
provide to an app. Enabling SYNC Mobile Apps
In order to enable mobile apps, SYNC
requires user consent to send and receive
app authorization information and updates
using the data plan associated with the
connected device.
Data is sent to Ford in the United States
through the connected device. The
information is encrypted and includes, for
example, the vehicle identification number
of your vehicle, the SYNC module serial
number, odometer, enabled apps, usage
statistics and debugging information.
Updates may take place.
Note:
You must enable mobile apps for
each connected device the first time you
select a mobile app using the system.
Note: Standard data rates apply. Ford is
not responsible for any additional charges
you may receive from your service provider,
when your vehicle sends or receives data
through the connected device. This includes
any additional charges incurred due to
driving in areas when roaming out of a home
network.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
MEDIA PLAYER
SYNC supports digital media sources
including: iPod, Bluetooth devices, and
most USB drives. SYNC also supports
audio formats, such as MP3, WMA, WAV
and ACC.
Media Sources
The AUX or MEDIA button allows you to
view and select available media sources.
Press the
AUX or MEDIA button to view
your sources. Use the directional arrows
and OK button to select your source. You
can also use the steering wheel audio
controls.
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Auxiliary Power Points.................................116
110 Volt AC Power Point.................................... 116
12 Volt DC Power Point...................................... 116
USB Port and Power Point Locations..........116
AWD See: All-Wheel Drive......................................... 144
B
Battery See: Changing the 12V Battery....................... 231
Blind Spot Information System...............167 Blind Spot Information System with Trailer
Tow..................................................................... 168
Switching the System On and Off................170
System Errors....................................................... 170
Using the Blind Spot Information System............................................................... 167
BLIS See: Blind Spot Information System...........167
Bonnet Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Booster Seats..................................................28 Types of Booster Seats...................................... 29
Brake Fluid Check
........................................230
Brake Fluid Service Interval............................. 231
Brakes................................................................151 General Information........................................... 151
Breaking-In......................................................192
Bulb Specification Chart...........................301
C
Canceling the Set Speed...........................166
Capacities and Specifications - 3.0L.................................................................279
Air Conditioning System.................................. 279
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 282
Automatic Transmission................................ 280
Engine Coolant.................................................... 281
Engine Oil.............................................................. 282
Front Axle............................................................. 285
Fuel Tank............................................................... 283
Grease.................................................................... 283
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 284
Locks...................................................................... 284
Rear Axle............................................................... 285Transfer Case......................................................
284
Washer Reservoir............................................... 286
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L, Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV)..............294
Air Conditioning System................................. 294
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates............................................................ 297
Automatic Transmission................................. 295
Engine Coolant................................................... 296
Engine Oil............................................................. 296
Front Axle............................................................. 299
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 298
Grease.................................................................... 298
Hydraulic Brake System.................................. 298
Locks...................................................................... 298
Rear Axle.............................................................. 300
Transfer Case...................................................... 299
Washer Reservoir.............................................. 300
Capacities and Specifications - 3.3L................................................................286
Air Conditioning System.................................. 287
Alternative Engine Oil for Extremely Cold Climates........................................................... 289
Automatic Transmission................................. 287
Engine Coolant................................................... 288
Engine Oil............................................................. 289
Front Axle.............................................................. 292
Fuel Tank.............................................................. 290
Grease................................................................... 290
Hydraulic Brake System................................... 291
Locks....................................................................... 291
Rear Axle............................................................... 293
Transfer Case...................................................... 292
Washer Reservoir............................................... 293
Capacities and Specifications................275
Car Wash See: Cleaning the Exterior.............................. 239
Catalytic Converter
......................................138
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)................... 139
Readiness for Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Testing................................................... 139
Changing a Bulb
...........................................236
LED Lamps............................................................ 237
License Plate Lamp........................................... 237
Rear Direction Indicator and Reversing Lamp................................................................. 236
Changing a Fuse
...........................................216
Fuses....................................................................... 216
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Front Wiper Blades
See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......235
Fuel and Refueling.......................................126
Fuel Consumption........................................135
Advertised Capacity.......................................... 135
Calculating Fuel Economy.............................. 136
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................128
Fuel Filter
........................................................235
Fuel Quality - E85........................................126
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles............................................................. 126
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 127
Fuel Quality - Gasoline
...............................128
Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 128
Fuel Shutoff
....................................................195
Fuses................................................................208
Fuse Specification Chart..........................208 Engine Compartment Fuse Box.................. 208
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel.........213
G
Gauges...............................................................78 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............79
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 78
Information Display............................................. 78
Speedometer......................................................... 78
Gearbox See: Transmission.............................................. 142
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................55
General Maintenance Information........326 Multi-Point Inspection..................................... 328
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 327
Protecting Your Investment........................... 326
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 326
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?..................................................... 326
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................204
Getting the Services You Need...............201 Away From Home............................................... 201
H
Hazard Flashers............................................195 Headlamp Adjusting
See: Adjusting the Headlamps..................... 233
Headrest See: Head Restraints......................................... 107
Head Restraints
.............................................107
Adjusting the Head Restraints...................... 108
Second Row Center Seat Head Restraint ........................................................................\
...... 109
Second Row Outermost Seat Head Restraints......................................................... 109
Tilting Head Restraints ................................... 108
Heated Exterior Mirrors..............................105
Heated Rear Window..................................105
Heating See: Climate Control.......................................... 101
High Voltage Battery....................................141 General Information - Hybrid Electric
Vehicle (HEV)................................................... 141
Hill Start Assist..............................................154 Switching the System On and Off...............154
Using Hill Start Assist....................................... 154
Hints on Controlling the Interior Climate..........................................................103
Defogging the Side Windows in Cold Weather............................................................ 104
General Hints....................................................... 103
Quickly Cooling the Interior............................ 104
Quickly Heating the Interior............................ 104
Recommended Settings for Cooling..........104
Recommended Settings for Heating..........104
Hints on Driving With Anti-Lock Brakes.............................................................152
Hood Lock See: Opening and Closing the Hood...........218
Horn....................................................................66
How Does the Rear Occupant Alert System Work
................................................114
Hybrid Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions......................................................125
Hybrid Vehicle Operation...........................123 Battery..................................................................... 123
Braking.................................................................... 124
Driving...................................................................... 123
Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy...............124
Starting................................................................... 123
Stopping................................................................. 123
Transmission Operation................................... 123
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