2021 FORD TRANSIT phone

AppLink Issues
Possible Solution(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Issue
On an iPhone with iOS7+, toforce close an app, doubletap the home button then
swipe up on the app to close it. Touch the home buttonagain, then select the app again to restart it. After a
few seconds, the app should appear in the SYNC Mobile App 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 automatic- ally re-connect to yourphone if you press the Phone button.
There is a
Bluetooth® bug
on some older versions of the Android operating
system that 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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AppLink Issues
Possible Solution(s)
Possible Cause(s)
Issue
Unplug the USB cable fromthe phone, wait a moment, and plug the USB cable
back in to the phone. After a
few seconds, the app should appear in SYNC's Mobile
Apps Menu. If not, "Force
Close" the application and restart it.
The USB connection to
SYNC may need to be reset.
My iPhone phone is
connected, my app is
running, I restarted the app but I still cannot find it on SYNC.
Try increasing the
Bluetooth® volume of the
device by using the device's volume control buttons
which are most often found on the side of the device.
The Bluetooth® volume on
the phone may be low.
I have an Android phone. I
found and started my media
app on SYNC, but there is no sound or the sound is very low.
Force close or uninstall the
apps you do not want SYNC
to find. If the app has a "Ford SYNC" setting, disable that
setting in the app's settings menu on the phone.
Some Android devices have
a limited number of
Bluetooth®
links apps can
use to connect. If you have
more AppLink apps on your phone than the number of
available
Bluetooth® links,
you will not see all of your
apps listed in SYNC's mobile apps menu.
I can only see some of the
AppLink apps running on my phone listed in SYNC'sMobile Apps Menu. SYNC System Reset
The SYNC system in your vehicle has System Reset feature that can be performed if
the function of a SYNC feature is lost. This reset is intended to restore functionality and will not erase any information previously stored in the system (Such as paired devices, phonebook, call history, text messages, or user settings). To perform a System Reset,press and hold the Seek Up (>>) button while pressing and holding the Radio Power button. Release both buttons after 2-3 seconds. Please allow a few minutes for thereset to complete. After a few minutes has passed you can resume using the SYNC system.
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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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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 408). Select to adjust climate settings
Select to make calls and access
the phonebook on your cell
phone. See
Phone (page 418).
Select to use the navigation
system.
See Navigation (page
419). Select to search for and use
compatible apps on your iOS or
Android device. See Apps (page
425
). Select to adjust system settings.
See
Settings (page 427).
Cleaning the Touchscreen
See
Cleaning the Interior (page 305). 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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To adjust the temperature, say:
Description
Voice command
Adjust the temperature between 60–85°F
(15.5– 29.5°C).
Set Temperature ___
Phone Description
Voice Command
Pair a cell phone or
Bluetooth®-enabled device.
Pair Phone
Redial the last number that you dialed.
Redial
Dial a number.1
Dial ___
Call a specific contact from your phonebook. 2
Call ___
Call a specific contact from your phonebook at a
specific location.3
Call ___ ___
Listen to a text message.
Listen to Message
Listen to a specific text message from a list of text
messages.
Listen to Message ___
Reply to the last text message.
Reply to Message
1 Add the number you want to dial to the command.
2 Add a contact name from your phonebook to the command. Say the first and last name
of your contact exactly as it appears on your device.
3 Add a contact name and location from your phonebook to the command. Say the first
and last name of your contact exactly as it appears on your device.
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Voice Settings
Description
Voice Command
Go to the voice settings menu.
Voice Settings
Switch long voice prompts on.
Interaction Mode Novice
Switch short voice prompts on.
Interaction Mode Advanced
Switch call confirmation on. The system prompts
you to confirm before making a call.
Phone Confirmation On
Switch call confirmation off. The system does not
prompt you to confirm before making a call.
Phone Confirmation Off
Switch the display of voice commands on.
Voice Command Lists On
Switch the display of voice commands off.
Voice Command Lists Off
Automatic Blower Motor Speed
Reduction
If necessary, the system decreases the
blower motor speed when you are using
voice commands to reduce the amount of
background noise in your vehicle. It returns
to normal when you are done.
Switching Automatic Blower Motor
Speed Reduction Off
Simultaneously press the A/C and
recirculated air buttons. 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.
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Sources
Press this button to select the source of
media you want to listen to.Menu Item
AM
FM 1
SIRIUS
CD
The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here.
USB
Bluetooth Stereo
If you have SYNC 3 compatible apps on your connected smart phone, they
display here as individual source selections.
Apps
1 This feature may not be available in all markets and requires an active subscription.
AM/FM Radio
Tuning a Station
You can use the tune or seek controls on
the radio bezel to select a station.
To tune a station using the
touchscreen, select: Menu Item
Direct Tune
A pop up appears, allowing you to type in
the frequency of a station. You can only
enter a valid station for the source you are
currently listening to.
You can press the backspace button to
delete the previously entered number. Once you have entered the station's
call numbers, you can select: Action and Descrip-
tion
Menu Item
Press to begin
playing the station
you have entered.
Enter
Press to exit
without changing
the station.
Cancel
Presets
To set a new preset, tune to the station
and then press and hold one of the
memory preset buttons. The audio mutes
briefly while the system saves the station
and then returns.
You may be able to add additional preset
pages using the settings option on the
feature bar.
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Function
Button
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
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 425).
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.
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