2023 FORD RANGER Owners Manual

CREATING A VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: SYNC
Use your FordPass app to create andchange the name and password of yourWi-Fi hotspot. Visit your regional websitefor more information on the FordPass app.
Make sure your FordPass account isconnected to the Connectivity Device. SeeConnecting FordPass to the Modem(page 337).
Note:The Wi-Fi Hotspot may be defaultedto off. If so you will need to switch it on usingthe FordPass app.
Connecting a Device to the Wi-FiHotspot
1.On your device, turn on Wi-Fi and selectthe hotspot from the list of availableWi-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 portalopens on your device.
2.If the portal does not open on yourdevice, open a website and it redirectsto the vehicle network carrier’s portal.
Note:Secure websites do not redirect.
Note:If you have an active plan, the systemdoes not redirect to the vehicle networkcarrier’s portal when you connect a device.Visit the vehicle network carrier’s websiteto purchase more data.
Note:If data usage information is availablein the vehicle hotspot menu, it isapproximate.
Note:If you carry out a master reset, thesystem does not remove your vehicle fromyour vehicle network carrier’s account. Toremove your vehicle from the account,contact your vehicle network carrier.
Note:The vehicle network carrier providesVehicle Hotspot services, subject to yourvehicle network carrier agreement, coverageand availability.
CREATING A VEHICLE WI-FI
HOTSPOT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC 3
You can create a Wi-Fi hotspot in yourvehicle and allow devices to connect to itfor access to the Internet.
1.Select Settings.
2.Select FordPass Connect.
3.Select Vehicle Hotspot.
Note:The vehicle hotspot default settingis on.
4.Select Settings.
5.Select Edit.
6.Select Wi-Fi Visibility.
Note:The Wi-Fi Visibility default setting ison.
Finding the Wi-Fi Hotspot Nameand Password
1.Select Settings.
2.Select FordPass Connect.
3.Select Vehicle Hotspot.
4.Select Settings.
Note:The SSID is the hotspot name.
5.Select View Password.
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Connecting a Device to the Wi-FiHotspot
1.On your device, turn on Wi-Fi and selectthe hotspot from the list of availableWi-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 portalopens on your device.
2.If the portal does not open on yourdevice, open a website and it redirectsto the vehicle network carrier’s portal.
Note:Secure websites do not redirect.
Note:If you have an active plan, the systemdoes not redirect to the vehicle networkcarrier’s portal when you connect a device.Visit the vehicle network carrier’s websiteto purchase more data.
Note:If data usage information is availablein the vehicle hotspot menu, it isapproximate.
Note:If you carry out a master reset, thesystem does not remove your vehicle fromyour vehicle network carrier’s account. Toremove your vehicle from the account,contact your vehicle network carrier.
Note:The vehicle network carrier providesVehicle Hotspot services, subject to yourvehicle network carrier agreement, coverageand availability.
CHANGING THE VEHICLE WI-
FI HOTSPOT NAME OR
PASSWORD
1.Select Settings.
2.Select FordPass Connect.
3.Select Vehicle Hotspot.
4.Select Settings.
5.Select Edit.
6.Select Change SSID Name.
7.Enter your required SSID.
8.Select Done.
9.Select Change Password .
10.Enter your required password.
11.Select Done.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Radio Frequencies and ReceptionFactors
AM and FM frequencies are established bythe Federal Communications Commission(FCC) and the Canadian Radio andTelecommunications Commission (CRTC).Those frequencies are:
•AM: 530-1710 kHz
•FM: 87.9-107.9 MHz
Note:Listening to loud audio for longperiods of time could damage your hearing.
Radio Reception Factors
The further you travel from an AM or FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception.Distance and strength
Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage andthunderstorms can interfere with the reception.
Terrain
When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one andresult in the audio system muting.
Station overload
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES
WITHOUT: SYNC
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
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Accessing the Clock Settings
Press and release the button toaccess the clock setting.
Use the center arrow controls tochange the hours and minutes.
Accessing the Media Source Menu
Press and release the button toopen the media source menu.
You can press this multiple times tochange to a media device or scroll throughthe media sources using the arrow buttons.Press OK to select a source.
Accessing the Menu
Press and release the button toaccess different audio systemfeatures.
Accessing the Phone Features
Press and release the button toaccess the phone features of thesystem.
Accessing the Sound Settings
Press and release the button toaccess settings for Treble,Midrange, Bass, Fade andBalance.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
Changing Radio Stations
In radio mode, turn to search through theradio frequency band.
Listening to the Radio
Press and release the button tolisten to the radio or change theradio frequency band.
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Muting the Audio
Press and release the button tomute the playing audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Using the Display Control
Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the various settings. When you makeyour selection, press the left and rightarrow buttons to change the settings.
Press and release to confirm aselection.
Press and release the function buttonsbelow the display to select differentfunctions of the audio system dependingon which mode you are in.
Using the Number Block
In radio mode, store and recall your favoriteradio stations. To store a favorite station,press and hold until the sound returns. Inphone mode, enter a phone number.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Accessing the Apps Menu
Press and release the button toaccess the apps menu. Followthe on-screen prompts to makeyour selection.
Accessing the Clock Settings
Press and release the button toaccess the clock setting.
Use the center arrow controls tochange the hours and minutes.
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Accessing the Media Source Menu
Press and release the button toopen the media source menu.
You can press this multiple times tochange to a SYNC-Media device or scrollthrough the media sources using the arrowbuttons. Press OK to select a source.
Accessing the Information Menu
Press and release the button toaccess the information menu.Follow the on-screen promptsto make your selection.
Accessing the Phone Features
Press and release the button toaccess the phone features of theSYNC system.
Accessing the Settings Menu
Press and release the button toaccess the settings menu.Follow the on-screen promptsto make your selection.
Accessing the Sound Settings
Press and release the button toaccess settings for Treble,Midrange, Bass, Fade andBalance.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
Changing Radio Stations
In radio mode, turn to search through theradio frequency band.
Listening to the Radio
Press and release the button tolisten to the radio or change theradio frequency band.
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Playing or Pausing Media
Press and release the button toeither play or pause the audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Switching the Display On and Off
Press and release the button.
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off
Press and release the button torepeat the current media source.
Switching Shuffle Mode On andOff
Press and release the button toshuffle the current media source.
Using a Cell Phone
Press and release to eitheranswer an incoming phone callor to make a phone call.
Press and hold to end a phonecall.
Using the Display Control
Use the up and down arrow buttons toselect the various settings. When you makeyour selection, press the left and rightarrow buttons to change the settings.
Press and release to confirm aselection.
Using the Number Block
In radio mode, store and recall your favoriteradio stations. To store a favorite stationpress and hold until the sound returns.
In phone mode, enter a phone number.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
SYNC 3
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
Note:The touchscreen system controlsmost of the audio features.
Note:Some features, such as satelliteradio, may not be available in your location.Check with an authorized dealer.
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Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
Changing Radio Stations
In radio mode, turn to search through theradio frequency band.
In satellite radio mode, turn to find theprevious or next available satellite radiostation.
Playing or Pausing Media
Press and release the button toeither play or pause the audio.
Switching the Audio Unit On andOff
Press and release the button.
Using Seek, Fast Forward andReverse
In radio mode, select a frequency band andpress and release either button. Thesystem stops at the first station it finds inthat direction.
In satellite radio mode, press and releaseto select the next or previous satellite radiostation. If you select a specific categorysuch as jazz, rock or news, press to find thenext or previous station in that category.
CONNECTING A BLUETOOTH®
DEVICE - VEHICLES WITH: AM/
FM/USB/BLUETOOTH,
VEHICLES WITHOUT: SYNC
Pairing a Device
Press the button.
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