AppLink Issues
Possible Solution(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Issue
SYNC in order to find
AppLink-capable apps on your device. iPhone users must also connect to
SYNC's USB port with an Apple USB cable.
Ensure you have down-
loaded and installed the latest version of the app
from your phone's app store.
Ensure the app is running on your phone. Some apps
AppLink-enabled apps are
not installed and running on your mobile device.
My phone is connected, but
I still cannot find any apps. require you to register or
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 andchoosing Force stop.
Remember to restart the
app afterwards, then select Find New Apps on SYNC.
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GENERAL 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.
About SYNC
The system allows you to interact with the
entertainment, information and
communication systems on your vehicle
using voice commands and a touchscreen.
The system provides easy interaction with
audio, phone, navigation, mobile apps and
settings.
Note: You can switch the system on and
use it for up to an hour without switching
the ignition on.
Note: You can use the system after you
switch the ignition off for up to 10 minutes
or until you open a door.
Note: For your safety, some features are
speed-dependent. Their use is limited to
when your vehicle speed is less than 3 mph
(5 km/h). Using the Touchscreen
Status bar.
A
Home screen.
B
Clock. See Settings (page 427).
C
Outside air temperature.
D
Feature bar.
E
Status Bar Cell phone microphone muted.
Audio system muted.
Software update installed.
Wi-Fi connected.
Cell phone roaming.
Text message received.
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Troubleshooting Tips
Action
Cause
Message
No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.
Radio requires more than two
seconds to produce audio for
the selected channel.
Acquiring Signal
If this message does not clear
shortly, or with an ignition 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 avail-
able.
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
The signal is blocked. When
you move into an open area,
the signal should return.
The signal is lost from the Siri-
usXM satellite or SiriusXM
tower to your vehicle antenna.
Satellite acquiring
signal…
No action required. The
process may take up to three
minutes.
Update of channel program-
ming in progress.
Updating…
Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve subscrip-
tion issues.
Your satellite service is no
longer available.
Questions? Call 1-
888-539-7474
Use the channel guide or the
Sirius XM Settings tile 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.
SIRIUS Subscription
updated
HD Radio ™ Information (If
Available)
To activate HD radio, please see the Radio
Settings in the Settings Chapter. See
Settings (page 427). Note:
HD Radio broadcasts are not
available in all markets.
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Phone
Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
During a call, I can hear
excessive background noise. –
Incorrect cell phone settings.
•Check and adjust the audio settings on your cell
phone. Refer to your cell phone's user manual.
– Cell phone malfunction.
•Switch your cell phone on and off, and vehicle
Bluetooth® on and off and try again.
– Cell phone microphone muted.
•Unmute your cell phone microphone.
During a call, I can hear the
other person but they
cannot hear me.
During a call, I cannot hear
the other person and they
cannot hear me.
–
System restart required.
•Switch the ignition off and open the door. Close
the door and lock the vehicle. Wait until the
touchscreen is off and any illuminated USB ports
are not illuminated. Unlock the vehicle, switch the
ignition on and try again.
I cannot download a phone-
book. –
Incompatible cell phone.
•Check the compatibility of your cell phone on our
website.
– Incorrect cell phone settings.
•Allow the system to retrieve contacts from your
cell phone. Refer to your cell phone's user manual.
– Incorrect system settings.
•Switch automatic phonebook download on. See
Settings
(page 427).
– Cell phone malfunction.
•Switch your cell phone off and on to reset it and
try again.
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Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
I cannot see SYNC when I
search for Wi-Fi networks on
my cell phone or other
device. –
System limitation.
•SYNC 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 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.
Personal Profiles (If Equipped) Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
You might not have set up Personal Profiles.
I cannot create a profile. You might have entered an invalid profile.
You might not have selected a memory button when
prompted.
You might not have the ignition on or in park (P), or you
shifted out park (P) when creating a profile.
Personal Profiles has been switched off.
You might not have selected the lock button on the remote
control.
I cannot link a remote
control. The remote control selected was already associated with
another profile and the system declined to overwrite.
The system performed a profile recall when linking a
remote control.
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Possible Cause and Resolution
Symptom
You might not have the ignition on or in park (P), or you
shifted out park (P) when creating a profile.
You might be using the old linking method.
Personal Profiles does not support your unsaved settings.
My personalized settings do
not save. A different personal profile is active.
Another user changed the settings for the wrong personal
profile.
You might not have created a personal profile.
My profile will not recall. Personal Profiles is turned off.
The profile you requested is already active.
You might not have linked the memory button you are
using to a profile.
You might not have linked the remote control you are using
to a profile.
You might be using the wrong remote control.
You might be pressing a button other than the unlock or
remote start on a linked remote control.
You might have deleted the personal profile.
Personal Profiles is turned off.
My preset positions recall,
but my profile does not.
The vehicle is in motion.
My profile recalls but my
preset positions do not. The preset positions are the same as the guest or previ-
ously active profile.
Unlink and relink your remote control in the Personal
Profiles menu. You may need to see your authorized dealer.
I lost a remote control.
You might have erased and reprogrammed the remote
controls. This could happen if you let a dealership add a
new remote control to replace a lost one.
I lost all profiles.
Someone performed a master reset.
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AUXILIARY SWITCHES
The auxiliary switchboard on the center
console makes aftermarket customization
easier, with four prewired switches
attached to the power distribution box for
electrical accessories. When using the auxiliary switches for an
extended period of time, we recommend
that the engine is running to prevent the
battery from running out of charge.
A fuse and relay kit is included with this
option. The kit contains fuses and relays
for the pre-fusebox, located under the
driver
’s seat. Refer to the instructions
included with the kit. See an authorized
dealer for service.
There is one power lead connector for each
switch. These can be found at either the
43-way connector for the AUX 1 and AUX
2 switches or the 6-way connector for the
AUX 3 and AUX 4 switches. Both
connectors are behind the passenger side
cup holder.
The relays are coded as follows: Fuse Rating
Wire Color
Circuit Number
20A
Yellow
CAC05
AUX 1 1
20A
Green with brown
trace
CAC06
AUX 2 1
40A
Blue with orange
trace
CAC13
AUX 3 1
40A
Yellow with orange
trace
CAC14
AUX 4 2
1 Operates when you switch the ignition on.
2 Operates only when the engine is running.
If different switch functionality is required
please contact the Truck Body Builders
Advisory Service. See Special Notices
(page 11).
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Tow Hitch..............................................................
240
Trailer Brakes....................................................... 240
Trailer Lamps....................................................... 244
Trailer Towing Connector................................ 239
When Towing a Trailer..................................... 244
Event Data.........................................................15
Export Unique Options.............................460
Exterior Mirrors
..............................................108
Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors............................. 109
Power Exterior Mirrors...................................... 108
Power Folding Mirrors....................................... 108
F
Fan See: Engine Cooling Fan................................. 285
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................44 Seatbelt Locking Modes.................................... 45
Using Seatbelts During Pregnancy................44
Flat Tire See: Changing a Road Wheel....................... 339
Flat Tire Inflation See: Tire Sealant and Inflator Kit.................. 312
Floor Mats
.......................................................247
Fog Lamps - Front See: Front Fog Lamps...................................... 104
Ford Credit.....................................................256 US Only.................................................................. 256
Ford Protect..................................................444 Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
(CANADA ONLY).......................................... 445
Ford Protect Extended Service Plans (U.S. Only)................................................................. 444
Front Fog Lamps
..........................................104
Front Fog Lamp Indicator................................ 105
Switching the Front Fog Lamps On or Off....................................................................... 104
Front Parking Aid...........................................187 Front Parking Aid Information
Messages.......................................................... 189
Object Distance Indicator............................... 188
Front View Camera.....................................225 Using the Front View Camera....................... 226
Front Wiper Blades See: Changing the Front Wiper Blades......295
Fuel and Refueling........................................151
Fuel Filler Funnel Location........................153
Fuel Filter
........................................................294 Fuel Quality - E85..........................................151
Choosing the Right Fuel - Flex Fuel
Vehicles.............................................................. 151
Switching Between E85 and Gasoline............................................................. 152
Fuel Quality - Gasoline...............................153 Choosing the Right Fuel................................... 153
Fuel Shutoff
..................................................250
Ignition Switch.................................................... 250
Keyless Starting................................................... 251
Fuse Box Locations
.....................................263
Body Control Module....................................... 263
Driver Compartment Fuse Box..................... 263
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 263
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............263
Pre-fuse Box........................................................ 263
Fuses................................................................263
Fuse Specification Chart..........................264 Body Control Module......................................... 271
Driver Compartment Fuse Box..................... 267
Engine Compartment Fuse Box................... 264
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box............273
Pre-fuse Box......................................................... 275
G
Gauges..............................................................110 Automatic Transmission Position
Indicators............................................................ 111
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge.............111
Fuel Gauge.............................................................. 111
Information Display............................................ 110
Instrument Cluster.............................................. 110
Speedometer......................................................... 111
Tachometer........................................................... 110
Gearbox See: Transmission............................................... 161
General Information on Radio Frequencies...................................................63
General Maintenance Information
.......446
Multi-point Inspection..................................... 448
Owner Checks and Services.......................... 447
Protecting Your Investment.......................... 446
Why Maintain Your Vehicle?......................... 446
Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your Dealership?.................................................... 446
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. and Canada.........................................................259
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