Ford Explorer (2018 year). Manual - part 102

Description

Item

Callout

This icon appears when SYNC 3 has received a soft-
ware update. Pressing the icon shows more details
about the new software.

Download

F

This icon appears if a Wi-Fi network is connected.

Wi-Fi

G

An available Wi-Fi network is within range.

Wi-Fi in Range

H

This icon displays when your cell phone is roaming.

Roaming

I

This icon displays when you receive a text message
on your phone.

Text Message

J

This icon displays when 911 Assist is set to off and
your phone is connected to SYNC.

911 Assist Off

K

The Bluetooth alert icon displays when there is an
active Bluetooth alert.

Bluetooth Alert

L

This icon displays to show an active Bluetooth
connection.

Bluetooth

M

Messages may also appear in the status
bar to provide you with notifications. You
can select the message to view the
associated feature.

Feature Bar

Functions

Feature Bar Item

Allows you to control the media playing in
your vehicle. You can control all audio
features including AM, FM and satellite
radio, CDs, and media streaming over a
Bluetooth device or through a USB
connection.

Audio

Allows you to adjust the temperature, fan
speed and airflow within the vehicle.

Climate

Allows you to make calls, receive calls, and
access the phonebook of your connected
device.

Phone

Functions

Feature Bar Item

Allows you to see your vehicle's location on
a virtual road map, get driving directions to
your destination and find points of interest
along your route.

Navigation

(If equipped)

Connect and control SYNC 3 compatible
apps running on your iphone or android
device. Also, access built-in additional
features such as SiriusXM Traffic and Travel
Link (if equipped).

Apps

You can customize your system with
various settings for the touchscreen display,
feature preferences, and how you want to
interact with your vehicle.

Settings

Cleaning the Touchscreen

You can remove fingerprints with a dry,
clean, soft cloth.

If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,
apply a small amount of alcohol to the
cloth and try to clean it again.

Note:  Do not use detergent or any type of
solvent to clean the touchscreen.

Note: Do not pour or spray alcohol onto the
touchscreen.

Using Voice Recognition

Using voice commands allows you to keep
your hands on the wheel and focus on
what is in front of you. The system provides
feedback through audible tones, prompts,
questions and spoken confirmations
depending on the situation and the chosen
level of interaction (voice settings).

The system also asks short questions
(confirmation prompts) when it is not sure
of your request or when there are multiple
possible responses to your request.

When using voice commands, words and
icons may appear in the status bar
indicating the status of the voice command
session.  See Using Voice Recognition
(page 423).

Accessing and Adjusting Modes
Through Your Vehicle Information
Display

 (If Equipped)

Depending on your vehicle and selected
options you may be able to control some
of the SYNC 3 features on your information
display. The features are visible either in
the right hand display (A) or in the center
of the display (B).

You can make the following adjustments
using the information display SYNC 3
screen:

Information

Option

Information for current audio playing.

Audio

Select source.

View current road and speed limit (if information is available).

Naviga-
tion

View current route, next turn, time to your destination (depending on cluster
level), distance to destination (depending on cluster level), and ability to
cancel route.

If you do not have an active navigation route programed, the compass is
shown.

If you are not on a call, a call can be made by selecting: *

Phone