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The SYNC 3 system allows you to interact with a variety
of features using the touchscreen and voice commands.
By integrating with your
Bluetooth
wireless technology-
enabled phone, the touchscreen provides easy integration
with many of your vehicle’s features.
Using The Touchscreen
To operate the touchscreen, you can simply touch the item or
option that you want to select. The button changes color when
you select it. The touchscreen allows you quick access to all of
your comfort, navigation, communication and audio options.
Using the status and feature bar, you can quickly select the
feature you want to use.
SYNC Owner Account and Updating Your System
A SYNC owner account is essential for keeping up with the
latest software downloads available for SYNC, provides you
access to customer support for questions you may have and
allows you to maintain your account permissions.
To create a SYNC owner account, visit the website:
owner.ford.com
(United States)
syncmyride.ca
or
syncmaroute.ca
(Canada)
Once you have your SYNC owner account, you can log in to
visit the SYNC software update page to update SYNC using a
USB. You can also update your SYNC system over Wi-Fi. For
information on how to update your system, please see the
SYNC 3
chapter in your
Owner’s Manual.
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if equipped
Home Screen
You can reach the Home screen
by pressing the button on the main
screens. The Home screen displays
features such as audio, phone
and settings.
Using Voice Recognition
Using voice commands allows you to
keep your hands on the wheel and focus
on what is in front of you. To activate
the SYNC 3 voice commands, press the
voice button on the steering wheel
and wait for the prompt. You can find the
available voice commands in the
SYNC
3
chapter of your
Owner’s Manual
or in
the
Commonly Used Voice Commands
in
this guide.
Pairing Your Phone for
the First Time
Pair your
Bluetooth
wireless technology-
enabled phone with SYNC before using
the functions in hands-free mode.
Switch on
Bluetooth
on your device to
begin pairing. See your phone’s manual
if necessary.
To add a phone:
1. Select
Add a Bluetooth Device
.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
3. A prompt alerts you to search for the
system on your phone.
4. Select your vehicle’s make and model
as it displays on your phone.
5. Confirm that the six-digit number
appearing on your phone matches the
six-digit number on the touchscreen.
6. The touchscreen indicates when the
pairing is successful.
7. Your phone may prompt you to give
the system permission to access
information. To check your phone’s
compatibility, see your phone’s
manual or visit the website.
To pair subsequent phones, please see the
SYNC 3
chapter in your
Owner’s Manual
.
Using your Connected Phone
You can use voice commands to make,
receive, accept and reject phone calls.
Text messages can also be sent and
received through the system. Please
refer to the
SYNC 3
chapter in your
Owner’s Manual
for more information
about using your connected phone with
the system, including voice commands
and screen selections.
Smartphone Connectivity
SYNC 3 allows you to use Apple CarPlay
and Android Auto to access your phone.
When you use Apple CarPlay or Android
Auto, you can:
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Use your phone’s voice assistant.
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Send and receive messages.
•
Listen to music.
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Make calls.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto disable
some SYNC 3 features. Most Apple
CarPlay and Android Auto features use
mobile data.
FordPass™ Connect
With a FordPass™ Connect-equipped
vehicle, you can use FordPass™ to track
your vehicle’s location and remotely
access vehicle features such as start, lock
and unlock and vehicle status, including
fuel level and approximate mileage. You
can also schedule specific times to
remotely start your vehicle so it’s ready to
hit the road as soon as you are. Your
vehicle is capable of providing a Wi-Fi
hotspot if you have a vehicle hotspot
data plan. FordPass™ Connect is an
optional feature on select vehicles.
FordPass™ is available through a free
download via the Apple App Store
®
or
Google Play™. Message and data rates
may apply. Services may be limited by
mobile phone network coverage area.
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