Ford Ranger (2024 year). Manual in english

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Error Message

Your subscription does not

include access to the listed

content. You may need to

upgrade your subscription.

Navigate to Subscription

under the Satellite Radio

Settings menu. If you have

an active subscription which

includes the listed channel

or content and you see this

error, you may need to

refresh your radio. To refresh

your SiriusXM radio, visit

www.siriusxm.com/refresh

in the US, or www.siri-

usxm.ca/refresh in Canada.

You may need to provide

your SiriusXM Radio identific-

ation number. See

Locating the Satellite

Radio Identification

Number

(page 501).

Cannot listen to selected

content. Content may

appear grayed out and some

features may be disabled.

Upgrade to Listen

Content is not available in

your location or SiriusXM is

unable to determine your

location. Tuning to a

different channel may

resolve the issue.

Audio may mute. Not avail-

able in your location or

Unable to determine your

location may be displayed.

Location Restricted Content

The Block Explicit Content

filter is turned on. Navigate

to Listener Settings under

the Satellite Radio Settings

menu to access the Block

Explicit Content filter.

Navigate to Listener

Settings. See

Satellite

Radio Settings

(page 502).

Audio may mute. Radio may

tune to a different channel.

Channel Blocked

If issue persists, you may

need to visit an authorized

dealer for service.

Audio may mute. Access to

SiriusXM features may be

unavailable.

Antenna Problem or Hard-

ware Problem

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Audio System

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Potential Effects

Error Message

Allow SiriusXM some time

to complete updating.

Audio may mute.

SiriusXM Updating...

No action necessary. If

loading time is longer than

usual, See

Satellite Radio

Settings

(page 502).

Audio may mute. Content

may be temporarily unavail-

able while loading.

No action necessary. Allow

SiriusXM some time to finish

Audio may mute. Content

and controls may be

temporarily unavailable.

SiriusXM Loading...

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Audio System

CENTER DISPLAY OVERVIEW

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.

For your safety, features that are not
critical while driving are not available when
the vehicle is moving at or above 5 mph
(8 km/h).

Note:

Illustrations are provided for

conceptual understanding only and may
appear differently on your vehicle.

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Status bar. See

Status Bar

(page 507).

Open app area.

App bar.

Climate control. See

Climate

Control

(page 137).

STATUS BAR

The status bar appears at the top of the
display. The following buttons and icons
can appear in the status bar.

Note:

Some buttons and icons may not

apply to your vehicle or may not appear
exactly as shown.

App Launcher

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Press to see a list of apps. To
open an app, select the app.

Settings

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Press to open the settings menu.
See

Settings

(page 508).

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

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Press to open Apple CarPlay or
Android Auto. See

Switching

Apple CarPlay On and Off

(page 519). See

Switching

Android Auto On and Off

(page 519).

Alexa Built-In

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Press to set up Alexa. See

Alexa

Built-In

(page 512).

Camera

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Press to access the camera
screen.

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Center Display

Connected Device

Automatic crash notification
system off.

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Device signal strength.

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Device signal roaming.

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Device signal not available.

Vehicle Data and Location

Vehicle data sharing on.

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Vehicle data sharing off.

Vehicle location sharing on.

Vehicle data and vehicle location
sharing on.

Vehicle Signal

Vehicle signal strength.

Vehicle signal roaming.

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Vehicle signal not available.

Wi-Fi connected.

Traffic Announcements

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Traffic announcements are
turned on but are not supported
by the selected station.

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Traffic announcements are
turned on and supported by the
selected station but are not

active.

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Traffic announcements are
active.

Note:

If no traffic announcement icons are

displayed, traffic announcements are turned
off.

Wireless Charging

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Wireless charging active.

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Device connected and not
charging.

Personal Profiles

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Press to change or add a profile.

SETTINGS

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Press to open the settings

menu.

2. Select an item on the side menu to

access specific settings. The main area
changes as you select different side
menu items.

3. Press the icon again to close the list of

settings.

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If you see this icon next to a
menu option, press it to expand
the menu and see additional

settings.

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Center Display

WHAT IS VOICE INTERACTION

Voice Interaction allows you to control
vehicle features using conversational
requests.

SETTING THE WAKE WORD

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press the

Ford Assistant

3. Press

Preferred Wake Word

4. Select a wake word.

BEGINNING A VOICE
INTERACTION

Say the selected wake word.

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Press the voice interaction
button on the steering wheel.

Note:

If the wake word is not enabled, you

can only use the voice interaction button.

VOICE INTERACTION
EXAMPLES

General Examples

Result

Command

The system resets

the current voice

interaction.

Start Over.

The system ends

the current voice

interaction.

Cancel.

The system goes to

the next page.

Next Page.

The system goes to

the previous page.

Previous Page.

The system

displays a list of

available

commands you can

use on the current

screen.

Help.

Entertainment Examples

Result

Command

The system plays

music by the

selected artist.

Play The Beatles.

The system shows

music by the

selected artist.

Show music by The

Beatles.

The system tunes

the radio to 101.9

FM.

Set the station to

101.9 FM.

The system tunes

the radio to BBC

Radio 1.

Set the station to

BBC Radio 1.

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Voice Interaction

Climate Examples

Result

Command

The system

prompts you to

change the temper-

ature.

I am cold.

The system sets

the temperature to

72°F (22°C).

Set the temper-

ature to 72°F

(22°C).

Phone Examples

Result

Command

The system calls

Henry using your

connected device.

Call Henry.

The system dials

the selected phone

number.

Dial (phone

number).

The system begins

a dictated text

message.

Send a text

message to Henry.

The system reads

you the most recent

message from

Henry.

Read my message

from Henry.

Apps Examples

Result

Command

The system

prompts you to say
the name of an app

to start it on the

system.

Mobile Apps.

The system will list

all of the currently

available Mobile

Apps.

List Mobile Apps.

The system will

search and connect

to compatible app

running on your

mobile device.

Find Mobile Apps

Navigation Examples

Result

Command

The system begins

guided navigation

to the address.

Drive to 1 Main

Street in London

England.

The system shows

directions to the

selected POI.

Show me directions

to the Eiffel Tower.

The system shows

directions to the

selected intersec-

tion.

Show me directions

to Garden Street

and School Street.

The system ends

guided navigation

to the destination.

Cancel route.

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Voice Interaction

WHAT IS ALEXA BUILT-IN

Allows you to use Alexa in your vehicle for
auto-specific use cases on the road and
gives you access to an ever-evolving
number of skills that help to make your life
more productive, entertaining, and
connected while using your vehicle.

ALEXA BUILT-IN
REQUIREMENTS

To use Alexa, all of the following must
occur:
•

Your vehicle modem is enabled.

•

You are signed in to an existing Amazon
account.

•

Vehicle location services are enabled.

•

Vehicle connectivity and vehicle data
sharing is enabled.

SIGNING IN TO YOUR
ACCOUNT

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Press the button in the status
bar and follow the on-screen
prompts.

To sign in using the settings menu:

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Amazon Alexa

3. Press

Get Started

4. Sign in to the Amazon account by

either scanning the QR code or entering
the on-screen code into the Amazon
website.

5. Once logged in, follow the on-screen

prompts.

6. When complete, the vehicle informs

you that Alexa is ready to be used in
the vehicle.

Signing Out of Your Account

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Amazon Alexa

3. Press

Sign Out

USING ALEXA BUILT-IN

To use Alexa, say “Alexa” or press the voice
interaction button on the steering wheel
and then say “Alexa” to invoke Alexa to
start listening.

Note:

If the wake word is not enabled, you

can only use the voice interaction button.

You can use Alexa for the following and
more:
•

Entertainment.

•

Hands-free calling.

•

Traffic and navigation.

•

Vehicle controls.

•

Smart home device control.

•

Weather and news information.

ALEXA BUILT-IN SETTINGS

Enabling the Wake Word

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Amazon Alexa

3. Switch

Listen for Wake Word

on or off.

Note:

If the wake word is not enabled, you

can only use the voice interaction button.

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Alexa Built-In

Contact List

Displays a list of connected phones and
contact sharing status for each phone.

To change the contact sharing status:

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Amazon Alexa

3. Press

Contact List

4. Enable or disable sharing for each

phone.

Note:

You can share contacts from more

than one phone at a time.

Things to Try

Learn more about what you can do with
Alexa by browsing the things to try.

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Amazon Alexa

3. Press

Things to Try

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PHONE PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

CONNECTING YOUR PHONE

Connecting your phone stores contact and
call data on your vehicle. This data is used
to provide intelligent suggestions. You can
switch this off in the touchscreen settings
menu.

Note:

Unpairing your phone removes the

contact and call data from your vehicle and
stops intelligent call suggestions.

Go to the settings menu on your device and
switch

Bluetooth®

on.

Select the phone option in the
feature drawer.

Select

Add Phone

2. Follow the instructions on the screen

to pair your device.

PHONE MENU

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Press to view your favorite
contacts.

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Press to view your recent calls.

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Press to view your contacts

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Press to use the phone keypad.

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Press to display recent text
messages.

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Press to view recent emails.

Press the down arrow to view additional
items for a connected device.

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Press to begin a voice
interaction.

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Press to switch to a different
connected device.

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Press to mute notifications.

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Press to access phone settings.

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Phone

MAKING AND RECEIVING A
PHONE CALL

Making Calls

To call a number in your contacts,
select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

You can then select the
name of the contact you
want to call. Any numbers
stored for that contact
display along with any
stored contact photos. You
can then select the
number that you want to
call. The system begins the
call.

Contacts

To call a number from your recent calls,
select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

You can then select an
entry that you want to call.
The system begins the call.

Recent Call
List

To call a number from your favorites,
select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

You can then select an
entry that you want to call.
The system begins the call.

Favorites

To call a number that is not stored in
your phone, select:

Action and Description

Menu Item

Select the digits of the
number you wish to call.

Phone
Keypad

The system begins the call.

Call

Pressing the backspace button deletes the
last digit you typed.

Receiving Calls

During an incoming call, an audible tone
sounds. Caller information appears in the
display if it is available.

To accept the call, select:

Menu Item

Note:

You can also accept the call by

pressing the phone button on the steering
wheel.

To reject the call, select:

Menu Item

Reject

Ignore the call by doing nothing. The
system logs it as a missed call.

During a Phone Call

During a phone call, the contacts name
and number display on the screen along
with the call duration.

The phone status items are also visible:

•

Signal Strength.

•

Battery.

You can select any of the following during
an active phone call:

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Phone

Item

Immediately end a
phone call. You can
also press the
button on the
steering wheel.

End Call

Press this to access
the phone keypad.

Keypad

Item

Mute

You can switch the
microphone off so
the caller does not
hear you.

Transfer the phone
call audio to the
cell phone or back
to the touchscreen.

Privacy

SENDING AND RECEIVING A TEXT MESSAGE

Description

Menu Item

Hear the text message.

Hear It

View the text message.

View

Call the sender.

Call

Reply to the text message with a standard text message.

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CONNECTING A BLUETOOTH®
DEVICE

Make sure

Bluetooth®

is enabled on

your device.

2. Press

Settings

on the touchscreen.

3. Press

Connectivity

4. Press

Bluetooth

5. Press

Add a Bluetooth Device

Note:

A prompt alerts you to search for your

vehicle on your device.

6. Select your vehicle on your device.

Note:

A number appears on your device and

on the touchscreen.

Confirm that the number on your
device matches the number on the
touchscreen.

Note:

The touchscreen indicates that you

have successfully paired your device.

The

Bluetooth®

word mark and logos are

registered trademarks owned by

Bluetooth

SIG, Inc.

and any use of such marks by

Ford Motor Company is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.

PLAYING MEDIA USING
BLUETOOTH®

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

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.

Connect your device to Bluetooth®

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Press the button on the

touchscreen. See

Center Display

Overview

(page 507).

Press to play a track. Press again
to pause the track.

Press to skip to the next track.

Press and hold to fast forward
through the track.

Press once to return to the
beginning of a track. Repeatedly
press to return to previous

tracks.

Press and hold to fast rewind through the
track.

Browsing your Media Library

When a compatible mobile device is
connected to the vehicle, your media
library accessible through the touchscreen.
From the touchscreen, you can browse
through songs, albums, artists, and
playlists on your mobile device.

Note:

This feature is dependent on the

connected mobile device and the media
application used.

Note:

Browse feature functionality may be

limited while driving.

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Bluetooth®

APP PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

Driving while distracted

APP REQUIREMENTS

When you start an app through the system
for the first time, you could be asked to
grant certain permissions. You can review
and change the permissions that you have
granted at any time when your vehicle is
not moving. We recommend that you
check your data plan before using your
apps through the system. Using them
could result in additional charges. We also
recommend that you check the app
provider's terms and conditions and
privacy policy before using their app. Make
sure that you have an active account for
apps that you want to use through the
system. Some apps will work with no
setup. Others require you to configure
some personal settings before you can use
them.

ENABLING APPS ON AN IOS
DEVICE

Follow the instructions to pair and
connect your device via

Bluetooth®

with a USB cable.

Note:

Some apps may run through CarPlay

if it is enabled.

2. Start a compatible app on your device.

Note:

The app must be open on your device

to use it through the touchscreen.

3. Access the system applications.

4. Select the app you wish to use on the

touchscreen.

ENABLING APPS ON AN
ANDROID DEVICE

Pair your device to

Bluetooth®

Note:

Some apps may run through Android

Auto if it is enabled.

2. Start a compatible app on your device.

Note:

The app must be open on your device

to use it through the touchscreen.

3. Access the system applications.
4. Select the app you wish to use on the

touchscreen.

SWITCHING APPLE CARPLAY
ON AND OFF

Pair your device.

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

3. Press

Phone List

4. Select your device.
5. Tap the CarPlay icon to switch CarPlay

on or off.

SWITCHING ANDROID AUTO
ON AND OFF

Pair your device.

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Apps

CONNECTED NAVIGATION

(IF

EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with
connected navigation. Depending on your
version, you are given a 90 day or 3 year
trial. After the trial period, you need to sign
up to continue the experience. For
additional information, visit

ford.com/

connectedservices

Note:

If you do not sign up or renew your

subscription, you can still use navigation
through a connected device.

ACCESSING NAVIGATION

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Press the button on the

touchscreen to open the application
drawer.

2. Press

Navigation

Note:

As the driver, be aware of all local

traffic regulations and road attributes, and
operate your vehicle in a safe and legal
manner.

NAVIGATION MAP UPDATES

To update your Map data over Wi-Fi, your
vehicle must be connected to a Wi-Fi
access point. For USB updates and other
details, contact an authorized Ford dealer.

Note:

If you find map data errors, you may

report them by going to
www.here.com/mapcreator.

ADJUSTING THE MAP

ZOOMING THE MAP IN AND OUT

You can use pinch gestures to zoom in and
out. Place two fingers on the screen and
move them apart to zoom in. Place two
fingers on the screen and bring them
together to zoom out.

CHANGING THE FORMAT OF THE
MAP

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Press the map format button on
the left side of the map screen
to toggle between the available

formats.

LIVE TRAFFIC

WHAT IS LIVE TRAFFIC

You can observe real-time road congestion
when live traffic is on.

SWITCHING LIVE TRAFFIC ON
AND OFF

Press the tools button on the map
screen.

2. Press Navigation Settings.

3. Press the Traffic button.

4. Switch Traffic on or off.

SETTING A DESTINATION

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
THE TEXT ENTRY SCREEN

Press the search bar at the top of the
screen.

2. Enter your destination using the

keyboard.

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Navigation

(If Equipped)

3. Select a destination from the list.

4. Press Go! to begin navigation.

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
THE MAP SCREEN

Press on the map to trigger the roaming
and viewing screen. Press on the map
again to place a pin at that location.
Information about the location of the pin
appears on the screen. Press the Go!
button to begin navigation to the pin.

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
A PREDICTIVE DESTINATION

Switching Predictive Destinations
On and Off

You can switch Destination Suggestions
on and off under the User Data section in
the navigation settings menu.

Setting a Destination

Access the feature bar using the
touchscreen and select the predicted
destination at the top of the screen. You
can access additional predictive
destinations by pressing the search bar on
the map screen and then pressing the
myTrends button.

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
A RECENT DESTINATION

Press the search bar on the map
screen.

2. Press Recents.

3. Select a destination from the list.

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
A SAVED DESTINATION

Press the search bar.

2. Press favorites.

3. Select a saved destination.

Note:

Press the star icon next when viewing

location details to save the location.

SETTING A DESTINATION USING
A POINT OF INTEREST

Press on a point of interest icon on the
map. Information about the location of the
point of interest appears on the screen.
Press the Go! button to begin navigation
to the point of interest.

WAYPOINTS

ADDING A WAYPOINT

Begin navigation to a destination.

2. Search for your waypoint using the

search bar.

3. Press Go!
4. Press Add to add the waypoint to your

trip.

EDITING WAYPOINTS

Press the search bar on the map
screen.

2. Press myTrips.

3. Press Current Trip.

4. Use the menu to add destinations,

remove destinations, or rearrange
destinations.

ROUTE GUIDANCE

ADJUSTING THE GUIDANCE
PROMPT VOLUME

Turn the volume control when a guidance
prompt plays to adjust the volume.

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Navigation

(If Equipped)

REPEATING AN INSTRUCTION

Press the turn indicator to hear the last
voice instruction.

CANCELING ROUTE GUIDANCE

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Press the button to cancel route
guidance to the selected
location.

TRAILER TOWING
NAVIGATION

The system calculates the best route for
trailer towing by avoiding dangerous road
conditions based on the dimensions of your
trailer.

Switching Trailer Towing
Navigation On and Off

Press the

Navigation

button on the

feature bar.

2. Press the

button.

3. Press

Trailer Routing

4. Switch

Trailer-optimized Routing

or off.

Entering Trailer Dimensions

Press the

Navigation

button on the

feature bar.

2. Press the

button.

3. Press

Trailer Routing

4. Press

Towing Menu

5. Press

Add Trailer

6. Follow the instructions on the screen

to enter the type and dimensions of the
trailer into the system.

Navigation Alerts

Alerts will appear on the navigation map
while driving. An orange alert triangle
indicates you should proceed with caution.
When not following active guidance to a
destination, a red alert triangle may appear
and indicates you should avoid the road
and find a detour.

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Navigation

(If Equipped)

This introduces new features and provides
updates to the vehicle's software systems.
Make sure to switch Automatic Updates
on, set a recurring update schedule and
connect your vehicle to Wi-Fi. Updates
could take longer when not connected to
Wi-Fi or could not download at all. See

Connecting the Vehicle to a Wi-Fi
Network

(page 493).

Your vehicle may be able to receive
drivable software updates, non-drivable
software updates or both. Drivable
software updates happen during normal
vehicle usage and require limited input
from you. You are notified on your
touchscreen and connected device prior
to a non-drivable update.

Most non-drivable updates complete in
less than 30 minutes, although some
updates could take up to a few hours.

You are notified of vehicle software update
status on to the top left of touchscreen.
You can also see the notifications in your
connected device. See

Software Update

Indicators

(page 525).

Vehicle Software Update
Requirements

Non-drivable software updates do not
install if any of the following occur:
•

Your vehicle is running.

•

Your vehicle is switched on.

•

Your vehicle is not parked.

•

The 12 V battery charge is too low.

•

The hazard indicators are switched on.

•

The alarm is sounding.

•

The doors are open.

•

The parking lamps are switched on.

•

You are pressing the brake pedal.

•

An emergency call is in process.

•

Your vehicle is in limp home mode.

Vehicle Software Update
Limitations

Once you begin a non-drivable software
update, you cannot:
•

Cancel the update.

•

Enter your vehicle unless you have a
key blade.
•

You can open the doors using the
mechanical latch if child locks are
not on.

•

Use the remote control to lock, unlock
or start your vehicle.

•

Drive your vehicle.

•

Charge your vehicle.
•

Charging resumes once the update
completes.

SOFTWARE UPDATE
SETTINGS

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

Software Updates

You can do the following in the Software
Updates menu:
•

Switch Automatic Updates on and off.

•

Schedule and install software updates.

•

View software update details.

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Press the button next to a menu
option for more information.

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Vehicle Software Updates

Switching Automatic Updates On
and Off

Your vehicle may come with Automatic
Updates switched on. To make sure your
vehicle always has the latest software,
which could include security or other
enhancements, we do not recommend
switching Automatic Updates off.

Note:

Software updates require approval

to download or install with Automatic
Updates switched off.

Scheduling and Installing
Software Updates

Scheduling Software Updates

From the Software Updates menu:

Press

Schedule Updates

2. Select the days and time for updates.

3. Press

Save

The more days that updates are
scheduled, the more frequently your
vehicle installs new updates. We
recommend selecting a time you normally
do not need your vehicle, such as overnight.

Some updates require your vehicle to be
switched off.

Note:

The schedule you set is recurring. If

Automatic Updates is on, every time a
non-drivable update is available, it installs
on this schedule unless you change it. You
are notified on your touchscreen and
connected device prior to a non-drivable
update, with an option to reschedule it.

Installing Software Updates

Using the Status Bar

Press a Software Update indicator on
your touchscreen when it appears.

2. Follow the instructions on the

touchscreen.

Using the Touchscreen

From the Software Updates menu:

Press

Update Details

2. Press

Update Now

Viewing Software Update Details

From the Software Updates menu:

Press

Update Details

SOFTWARE UPDATE
INDICATORS

You can press the indicators in the status
bar when they appear for more
information.

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Vehicle software update
reminder, schedule required,
confirmation of default schedule

required, or consent required.

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Vehicle software update
canceled, update not successful,
or precondition not met.

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Vehicle software update
successful.

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Vehicle Software Updates

PERFORMING A SYSTEM
RESET

Make sure you perform a system reset
whenever there is a transfer of ownership
of the vehicle to prevent the loss of
personal data. Performing a system reset
allows you to remove all personal
information and restore the modem and
SYNC to their factory defaults.

In the modem, this deletes all the
authorized users, removes access to the
connected vehicle via all linked FordPass
accounts. In the SYNC system this deletes
all data imported from mobile devices
connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth®
including the addresses manually entered
into the navigation system.

Note:

If you are the first owner, your modem

comes in partially activated state.

Note:

If you are not the first owner, it comes

in either fully activated, partially activated
or deactivated state.

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Press the button on the

touchscreen.

2. Press

General

3. Press

Reset

4. Press

Factory Reset

5. Follow the prompts on the touchscreen

to complete the reset.

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For a complete listing of the accessories
that are available for your vehicle, please
contact your authorized dealer or visit the
online store web site:

Web Address (United States)

www.Accessories.Ford.com

Web Address (Canada)

www.Accessories.Ford.ca

We will repair or replace any properly
authorized dealer-installed Ford Original
Accessory found to be defective in
factory-supplied materials or workmanship
during the warranty period, as well as any
component damaged by the defective
accessories.

We will warrant your Ford Original
Accessory through the warranty that
provides the greatest benefit:
•

24 months, unlimited mileage.

•

The remainder of your new vehicle
limited warranty.

Contact an authorized dealer for details
and a copy of the warranty.

Ford Licensed Accessories are the
accessory manufacturer's designs. The
manufacturer develops and therefore
warrants Ford Licensed Accessories, and
does not design or test these accessories
to Ford Motor Company engineering
requirements.

Contact an authorized Ford dealer for the
manufacturer’s limited warranty details,
and request a copy of the Ford Licensed
Accessories product limited warranty from
the accessory manufacturer.

Most Ford Performance Parts are sold with
no warranty, unless otherwise indicated.
Check the Ford Performance Part website:
www.performanceparts.ford.com or
contact the Ford Performance Parts
tech-line at (800) FORD788 for the latest
limited warranty information on specific
products.

For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:
•

When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the Safety Compliance
Certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.

•

The Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and Canadian
Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) regulate the use
of mobile communications systems
that are equipped with radio
transmitters, for example two-way
radios, telephones and theft alarms.
Any such equipment installed in your
vehicle should comply with Federal
Communications Commission (FCC)
and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission
(CRTC) regulations and should be
installed only by an authorized dealer.

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WHAT ARE THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES

The auxiliary switchboard on the overhead
console makes aftermarket customization
easier with six prewired switches
connected to the power distribution box.
Each circuit is individually fused for
connection of electrical accessories.

For maximum vehicle performance, keep
the following information in mind when
adding accessories or equipment to your
vehicle:

•

When adding accessories, equipment,
passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight
capacity of the vehicle or of the front
or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as
indicated on the safety compliance
certification label). Ask an authorized
dealer for specific weight information.

•

It is your responsibility to ensure that
any equipment you have fitted
complies with applicable local
legislation.

•

An authorized dealer needs to install
mobile communication systems.
Improper installation may harm the
operation of your vehicle, particularly
if the manufacturer did not design the
mobile communication system
specifically for automotive use.

•

If you or an authorized dealer add any
electrical or electronic accessories or
components not produced by us to
your vehicle, you may adversely affect
battery performance and durability. In
addition, you may also adversely affect
the performance of the other electrical
systems in the vehicle.

LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCHES

The switches are labeled AUX 1 through
AUX 6.

The auxiliary switches only operate when
the ignition is in the on or off position and
the delay accessory is active, whether the
engine is running or not

We recommend that you leave the engine
running to maintain battery charge when
using the switches for an extended time or
when using higher current draw
accessories.

When a switch is turned on, the indicator
light on the switch illuminates and the
circuit provides power to the device wired
to that switch.

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Note:

When your vehicle has a diesel

engine, use the auxiliary switches only the
ignition key is in the on position. Using the
auxiliary switches, even for limited amounts
of time, can cause your battery to drain
quickly and prevent your vehicle from
starting.

LOCATING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCH WIRING

There are three sets of blunt-cut sealed
circuits:

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Aux 6 Wire

Location

Circuit to radiator

support.

Aux 1 Wire

Location

Circuit near auxil-

iary fuse box.

Aux 2 Wire

Location

Aux 5 Wire

Location

Aux 3 Wire

Location

Circuit to trailer

hitch.

Aux 4 Wire

Location

Circuits from the under hood fuse box are
powered. All other circuits are not
connected at either end.

Additional information on fuse and relay
locations is available. See your authorized
dealer for service.

IDENTIFYING THE AUXILIARY
SWITCH WIRING

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Auxiliary Switches

The relays are coded as follows:

Blunt cut Wire

Location

Protected

Component

Fuse

Wire Size

Wire Color

Interior

overhead

console

Vehicle loca-

tion B

Relay 1

1.5 mm²

Violet/

Green

AUX 1

Vehicle loca-

tion B

Relay 2

15A

1.5 mm²

Blue/

Orange

AUX 2

Vehicle loca-

tion C

Relay 3

15A

1.5 mm²

Yellow/

Orange

AUX 3

Vehicle loca-

tion C

Relay 4

15A

1.5 mm²

Brown

AUX 4

Vehicle loca-

tion B

Relay 5 (Driving

lamps)

25A

2.5 mm²

Green/

Brown

AUX 5

Vehicle loca-

tion A

Relay 6 (Driving

lamps)

25A

2.5 mm²

Yellow

AUX 6

Purpose

Protected Component

Not used

Relay 7

Auxiliary switch power

Relay 8

Ground information:

Location

Wire Size

Wire Color

Power Distribution

Box

Vehicle location C

1.5 mm²

Black/Grey

AUX 3

Vehicle location C

1.5 mm²

Black/Green

AUX 4

Vehicle location A

2.5 mm²

Black/Yellow

AUX 6

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WHAT IS FORD PROTECT

Protect yourself from the rising cost of
vehicle repairs with a Ford Protect
extended service plan.

Ford Protect Extended Service
Plans - United States Only

Ford Protect extended service plans mean
peace of mind. Extended service plans are
backed by Ford Motor Company, and
provide more protection beyond the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. When
you visit your Ford Dealer, insist on the Ford
Protect extended service plan.

Ford Protect Can Quickly Pay for Itself

One trip to the service center could easily
exceed the price of your Ford Protect
extended service plan. With the Ford
Protect extended service plan, you
minimize your risk for unexpected repair
bills and rising repair costs.

Up to 1,000+ Covered Vehicle
Components

There are four mechanical Ford Protect
extended service plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your authorized dealer for
details.

PremiumCARE - Our most
comprehensive coverage. With over
1,000 covered components, this plan
is so complete it is probably easier to
list what is not covered.

2. ExtraCARE - Covers 113 components,

and includes many high-tech items.

3. BaseCARE - Covers 84 components.

4. PowertrainCARE - Covers 29 critical

components.

Ford Protect extended service plans are
honored by all authorized Ford dealers in
the United States, Canada and Mexico.

That means you get:
•

Reliable, quality service at any Ford or
Lincoln dealership.

•

Repairs performed by factory trained
technicians, using genuine parts.

Rental Car Reimbursement

First Day Rental Benefit

If you bring your car into your dealer for
service, we will give you a rental vehicle to
use for the day.

Extended Rental Benefits

If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered
repairs, you are eligible for rental car
coverage, warranty repairs, and field
service actions.

Roadside Assistance

Exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,
including:

•

Towing, flat-tire change and battery
jump starts.

•

Out of fuel and lock-out assistance.

•

Travel expense reimbursement for
lodging, meals and rental car.

•

Assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car
coverage or other transportation.

Transferable Coverage

If you sell your vehicle before your Ford
Protect extended service plan coverage
expires, you can transfer any remaining
coverage to the new owner. This should
give you and your potential buyer peace of
mind.

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Ford Protect

Less Cost to Properly Maintain Your
Vehicle

The Ford Protect extended service plan
also offers a Premium Maintenance Plan
that covers all scheduled maintenance,
and selected wear items. The coverage is
prepaid, so you never have to worry about
the cost of your vehicle’s maintenance.

Covered maintenance includes:
•

Windshield wiper blades.

•

Spark plugs.

•

The clutch disc (if equipped).

•

Brake pads and linings.

•

Shock absorbers.

•

Struts.

•

Engine belts.

•

Engine coolant hoses, clamps and
o-rings.

•

Diesel exhaust fluid replenishment (if
equipped).

•

Cabin air filter replacement every
20,000 mi (32,000 km) for electric
vehicles only.

Interest Free Finance Options

Just a 5% down payment provides you
with an affordable, no interest, no fee
payment program allowing you all the
security and benefits Ford Protect
extended service plan has to offer while
paying over time. You are pre-approved
with no credit check or hassles. To learn
more, call our Ford Protect extended
service plan specialists at 800-367-3377.

Ford Protect Extended Service Plan
P.O. Box 321067
Detroit, MI 48232

Ford Protect Extended Service
Plan (Canada Only)

You can get more protection for your
vehicle by purchasing a Ford Protect
extended service plan. Ford Protect
extended service plan is the only service
contract backed by Ford Motor Company
of Canada, Limited. Depending on the plan
you purchase, Ford Protect extended
service plan provides benefits such as:

•

Rental reimbursement.

•

Coverage for certain maintenance and
wear items.

•

Protection against repair costs after
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Coverage expires.

•

Roadside Assistance benefits.

There are several Ford Protect extended
service plans available in various time,
distance and deductible combinations.
Each plan is tailored to fit your own driving
needs, including reimbursement for towing
and rental. When you purchase Ford
Protect extended service plan, you receive
added peace-of-mind protection
throughout Canada, the United States and
Mexico, provided by a network of
participating authorized Ford Motor
Company dealers.

Note:

Repairs performed outside of Canada

and the United States are not eligible for
Ford Protect extended service plan
coverage.

This information is subject to change. Visit
your local Ford of Canada dealer or
www.ford.ca to find the Ford Protect
extended service plan that is right for you.

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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
INFORMATION

Why Maintain Your Vehicle?

Carefully following the maintenance
schedule helps protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance and may help to
increase the value of your vehicle when
you sell or trade it. Keep all receipts for
completed maintenance with your vehicle.

It is important that you have your vehicle
serviced at the proper times. These
intervals serve two purposes: first is to
maintain the reliability of your vehicle and
the second is to keep the cost of owning
your vehicle down.

It is your responsibility to have all
scheduled maintenance performed and to
make sure that the materials used meet
the specifications identified in this owner's
manual. See

Capacities and

Specifications

(page 471).

Failure to perform scheduled maintenance
and regularly inspect your vehicle may
result in vehicle damage not covered by
the vehicle Warranty.

Why Maintain Your Vehicle at Your
Dealership?

Our Genuine Replacement Parts

Dealerships stock our parts and our
authorized branded remanufactured
replacement parts. These parts meet or
exceed our specifications. Parts installed
at your dealership carry a nationwide
24-month or unlimited mile (kilometer)
parts and labor limited warranty.

If you do not use our authorized parts, they
may not meet our specifications and could
affect emissions compliance.

Protecting Your Investment

Maintenance is an investment that pays
dividends in the form of improved
reliability, durability and resale value. To
maintain the proper performance of your
vehicle and its emission control systems,
make sure you have scheduled
maintenance performed at the designated
intervals.

Your vehicle comes with the Intelligent
Oil-Life Monitor system, a message
appears in the instrument cluster display
at the proper oil change interval. This
interval may be up to one year or 10,000 mi
(16,000 km), hybrid vehicles could exceed
10,000 mi (16,000 km).

When the oil change message appears in
the instrument cluster display, it is time for
an oil change. Make sure you perform the
oil change within two weeks or 500 mi
(800 km) of the message appearing. Make
sure to reset the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor
after each oil change. See

Resetting the

Intelligent Oil Life Monitor

(page 407).

If your instrument cluster display resets
prematurely or becomes inoperative, you
should perform the oil change interval at
six months or 5,000 mi (8,000 km) from
your last oil change. Never exceed one year
or 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oil
change intervals.

You can drive your vehicle in such a way
that may lead to higher oil consumption
including extended time at high engine
speeds, high loads, engine braking, hard
cornering maneuvers, track and off-road
usage. Under these conditions, oil
consumption of approximately 1 quart per
500 miles (1 liter per 800 km) is possible.
Check the engine oil level at every refueling
and adjust to maintain proper levels to
avoid engine damage.

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You can also drive your vehicle in such a
way that dilutes and increases the level of
oil by frequent short trips that do not allow
the engine to get to operating temperature,
extended idling and low speed driving for
long periods of time.

It is important to rely upon your dealership
to properly diagnose and repair your
vehicle.

We strongly recommend only using our
genuine or our authorized re-manufactured
replacement parts engineered for your
vehicle.

Additives and Chemicals

We do not recommend using chemicals or
additives not approved by us as part of
your vehicle’s normal maintenance. Please
consult your warranty information.

Oils, Fluids and Flushing

In many cases, fluid discoloration is a
normal operating characteristic and, by
itself, does not necessarily indicate a
concern or that the fluid needs to be
changed. Have discolored fluids that also
show signs of overheating or foreign
material contamination checked
immediately.

Make sure to change the vehicle’s oils and
fluids at the specified intervals or in
conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a
viable way to change fluid for many vehicle
sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are
flushed only with new fluid that is the same
as that required to fill and operate the
system or using our approved flushing
chemical.

Scheduled Maintenance Service
Intervals

For your scheduled maintenance service
intervals, visit

https://www.ford.com/

support/maintenance-schedule

Owner Checks and Services

Make sure you perform the following basic
maintenance checks and inspections.

Check Every Month

The engine oil level.

Function of all interior and the exterior lights.

The tires including the spare for wear and proper pressure.

The windshield washer fluid level.

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Check Every Six Months

The battery connections. Clean if necessary.

The body and door drain holes for obstructions. Clean if necessary.

The cooling system fluid level and the coolant system strength.

The door weatherstrips for wear. Lubricate if necessary.

The hinges, latches and outside locks for proper operation. Lubricate if necessary.

The parking brake for proper operation.

The seatbelts and seat latches for wear and function.

Safety warning lamps, brake, ABS, airbag and seatbelt for operation.

The washer spray and wiper operation. Clean or replace blades as necessary.

Multi-Point Inspection

It is important to have the systems on your
vehicle regularly checked. This can help
identify potential issues and prevent major
problems. We recommend having the
following multi-point inspection performed
at every scheduled maintenance interval
to help make sure your vehicle keeps
running great.

Multi-Point Inspection

Hazard warning system operation

Accessory drive belt or belts

Horn operation

Battery performance

Radiator, cooler, heater and air conditioning

hoses

Engine air filter

Suspension components for leaks or

damage

Exhaust system

Steering and linkage

Exterior lamps operation

Tires including the spare for wear and

proper pressure

Fluid levels

; fill if necessary

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