Ford Taurus (2018 year). Manual - part 81

SATELLITE RADIO

 (If Equipped)

SiriusXM® broadcasts a variety of music,
news, sports, weather, traffic and
entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of
SiriusXM satellite radio channels, visit

www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call
SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

Note:

This receiver includes the eCos

real-time operating system. eCos is
published under the eCos License.

Satellite Radio Reception Factors

Potential satellite radio reception issues

For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna
clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.

Antenna obstructions

Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and
thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

Terrain

When you pass a ground-based broadcast-repeating
tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and
the audio system may mute.

Station overload

Your display may show ACQUIRING . . . to indicate the
interference and the audio system may mute.

Satellite radio signal interfer-
ence

SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service

Note:

SiriusXM reserves the unrestricted

right to change, rearrange, add or delete
programming including canceling, moving
or adding particular channels, and its prices,
at any time, with or without notice to you.
Ford Motor Company shall not be
responsible for any such programming
changes.

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SiriusXM satellite radio is a
subscription-based satellite radio service
that broadcasts a variety of music, sports,
news, weather, traffic and entertainment
programming. Your factory-installed
SiriusXM satellite radio system includes
hardware and a limited subscription term,
which begins on the date of sale or lease
of your vehicle. See an authorized dealer
for availability.

For more information on extended
subscription terms (a service fee is
required), the online media player and a
complete list of SiriusXM satellite radio
channels, and other features, please visit
www.siriusxm.com in the United States,
www.siriusxm.ca in Canada, or call
SiriusXM at 1-888-539-7474.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial
Number (ESN)

You need your ESN to activate, modify or
track your satellite radio account. When in
satellite radio mode, tune to channel 0.

Troubleshooting

Action

Condition

Message

No action required. This
message should disappear
shortly.

Radio requires more than
two seconds to produce
audio for the selected
channel.

Acquiring…

If this message does not
clear shortly, or with an igni-
tion 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
available.

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
SiriusXM satellite or Siri-
usXM tower to your vehicle
antenna.

No Signal

No action required. The
process may take up to
three minutes.

Update of channel
programming in progress.

Updating…

Action

Condition

Message

Contact SiriusXM at 1-888-
539-7474 to resolve
subscription issues.

Your satellite service is no
longer available.

Questions? Call

1-888-539-7474

Use the channel guide 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.

Subscription Updated

AUDIO INPUT JACK

WARNINGS

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.

Always place your device in a secure
location in your vehicle so it does not
become a projectile in a sudden stop

or crash. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury.

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The auxiliary input jack allows you to
connect and play music from your portable
music player through your vehicle speakers.
You can use any portable music player
designed for use with headphones. Your
audio extension cable must have male
connectors at each end.

1.

Make sure your vehicle is stationary
with the audio unit and the portable
music player switched off.

2. Plug the extension cable from the

device into the audio input jack.

3. Switch on the radio and select either a

tuned FM station or a CD.

4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Switch on your device and adjust the

volume to half the maximum level.

6. Press AUX until LINE or LINE IN

appears in the display. You should hear
music from your device even if it is low.

7.

Adjust the volume on your device until
it reaches the volume level of the FM
station or CD. Do this by switching back
and forth between the AUX and FM or
CD controls.

Use the vehicle audio unit buttons to
restore playback from the vehicle audio
unit, while your device remains connected.

Note:

The audio extension cable must be

long enough for you to safely store the
device when your vehicle is moving.

Note:

For optimum performance when

using any auxiliary device set the volume on
the device high. This reduces audio
interference when charging the device using
the vehicle power supply.

Note:

For safety reasons, do not connect

or adjust the settings on your device while
your vehicle is moving.

USB PORT

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.

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The USB port allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks and charge
devices (if supported). See your SYNC
information.

MEDIA HUB

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.

The media hub may be located on the
instrument panel or center console.