wheel FORD FOCUS 2016 3.G Quick Reference Guide
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COMMONLY USED SYNC® 3* VOICE COMMANDSTABLE OF CONTENTS
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.
Some services may not be available in your area. 
Refer to your Owner’s Manual, visit the website 
or call the toll-free number for more information.  For U.S. customers: Visit owner.ford.com 
or call 1-800-392-3673 (select Option 1 or 
2 for language, then Option 3). For Canadian customers: Visit SyncMyRide.ca 
or call 1-800-565-3673 (select Option 1 or 2 
for language, then Option 3).
*if equipped
Basic Commands 
•  Main menu
  •  Go back
  • Cancel
  •  List of commands
  •  Next page
  •  Previous page
  • Help
Phone •  Phone list of commands
  •   Pair  phone
  •   Call  <name>
  •    Call <name> <on cell/at 
home/at work>
  •   Dial  <number>
  •    Listen to messages
  •    Listen to text  
message <number>
  •    Reply to message
Audio 
  •  AM <530-1710>
  •  FM <87.9-107.9>
  •   CD
  •   USB
  •   Bluetooth audio
  •   Sirius  <0-233>
  •    <Sirius channel name>Navigation* •  Navigation list of commands
  •   Destination  <home/ 
previous destination>
  •    Find <POI/an address/ 
intersection>
  •    Show <turn list/ 
map/destination>
  •  Where am I?
  •    SiriusXM Traffic and Travel 
Link list of commands
    -  Show <traffic/weather 
map/5 day forecast/ 
fuel prices>
    - Help
LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR NEW VEHICLE
Scan the country-appropriate QR code with your 
smartphone (make sure you have a scanner app 
installed) and you can access even more information 
about your vehicle.
4 – 5  INSTRUMENT PANEL
6 – 7  SYNC
8 – 10  SYNC 3
11  CONVENIENCE
12 – 14  FUNCTION
15 – 17  COMFORT
18 – 19  ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
owner.ford.com   ford.ca
Press the voice control  on the steering wheel, and then say:
Apps •    List mobile apps  
  •    Find new apps    
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
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1   Luggage Compartment*/
Liftgate* Release
2 Cruise Control* 
To Set Your Cruise Control Speed
A.   Press and release the ON control.
B. Drive to the desired speed.
C.   Press and release the SET + control, 
then take your foot off the accelerator. After you set your speed, you can press 
SET + or SET – to adjust your cruise 
speed. To disable, tap the brake,  
press the clutch pedal or press the 
CAN
 (Cancel) control.
Note: Using the clutch pedal to cancel a 
set speed may cause the engine speed 
to increase briefly.  
 
3 Service Engine Soon Light
 Lights briefly when you switch the ignition on. If it 
remains on or blinks after you start the engine, the On-Board 
Diagnostics (OBD-II) system detects a problem. Drive in a 
moderate fashion and contact your authorized dealer as 
soon as possible.
4 Information Displays
Provides information about various systems on your vehicle. 
Use the left, 5-way controls, located on the steering wheel, 
to choose and confirm settings and messages. Refer to the 
Information Displays chapter of your Owner’s Manual for 
more information.
5 Wiper Controls
6 Steering Wheel Controls*
Use the right-hand, 5-way controls to adjust the   
following features:
Press  VOL + or – to increase or decrease volume levels.
Press 
  to access the previous or next radio station, CD 
or MP3 track or preset satellite radio channel.* 
  Press 
 to access voice recognition.
Press 
 to answer a call.
Press
  to exit phone mode or end a call.
7 Push Button Switch*
Allows you to start your vehicle by pressing the START STOP 
control while fully pressing down on the brake (automatic 
transmission) or clutch (manual transmission) pedal. Press 
the control again to switch the engine off. Note: Your intelligent access transmitter must be inside the 
vehicle for keyless starting to work.
8 Tilt/Telescope Steering Column
Unlock the steering wheel by pulling the lever down. Adjust 
the wheel to the desired position. Push the lever back up to 
lock the steering wheel in place.
9 Hazard Warning Flashers
10 Auto-Start-Stop*
The system reduces fuel consumption and CO2 emissions 
by shutting down the engine when you idle your vehicle, for 
example at traffic lights. When you switch the ignition on, 
the system automatically turns on.
To switch the system off, press the 
 switch and the word 
OFF illuminates. Press  again to switch the system back 
on. The system only switches off for the current ignition 
cycle. See the Unique Driving Characteristics chapter in  
your Owner’s Manual for complete details.                           
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Remote Start*
Remote start allows you to start the 
engine from outside your vehicle using 
your transmitter. 
To Start 
 1.    Press 
 and then press  twice 
within three seconds. 
2.    Once inside, press the brake while 
pressing the START STOP button. 
SYNC® 3* CONTINUED CONVENIENCE
Settings
Touch the Settings  icon to customize information within 
your vehicle. Adjust the clock, display, some vehicle 
features and sound settings.
Apps
Stream Apps
The system supports the use of certain audio apps  
such as Pandora
® or iHeartRadio® through a USB or 
Bluetooth-enabled devices.
Each app gives you different on-screen options depending 
on the app’s content.
For more information, refer to the SYNC Supplement.  
For support, visit the website or call the toll-free number. 
See the inside front cover of this guide for details.
Audio
No matter how you store your music, SYNC makes it  
yours to enjoy when you’re behind the wheel. Press the 
audio icon on the touchscreen. From here, you can easily 
go between AM, FM, SiriusXM and other media sources. 
Bring in Your Own Music
Use SYNC to play all of your favorite music from phones, 
flash drives and other devices.
Plug your device into a USB port, select Sources  and then 
choose USB. Wait for the system to finish indexing your 
music to begin listening. 
For additional support, refer to your SYNC Supplement, 
visit the website or call the toll-free number. See the 
inside front cover of this guide for details. 
Intelligent Access*
Note: Your intelligent access transmitter must 
be within 3 ft (1 m) of your vehicle.
To unlock a front door: Pull the front exterior 
door handle. 
To lock all of the doors: Press and hold the door 
handle lock sensor. 
To unlock and open the luggage compartment* or 
liftgate *: Press the exterior release button near the  
license plate. 
The intelligent access transmitter also contains a mechanical key 
blade, that you can use to unlock the driver door, if necessary.
MyKey®
Allows you to program speed 
restrictions and limited volume 
levels, force on safety belt reminders 
and more. For complete information, 
refer to the MyKey chapter in your  
Owner’s Manual.        
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PowerShift Six-speed Automatic Transmission* 
The 6-speed, dual-clutch automatic transmission is 
designed to offer drivers both enhanced fuel efficiency 
and fun-to-drive performance. 
The dual-clutch technology uses electronically shifted 
clutches to operate two separate transmissions, all in 
a small, lightweight package.
Since the clutch and gear operation is derived from 
a manual transmission, the PowerShift automatic 
transmission will drive, sound, and feel similar to 
manual transmission, minus the required user-inputs. 
For example, the transmission may exhibit mechanical noises, firm 
gear shifts and/or light clutch vibrations when accelerating slowly as 
the clutches automatically engage. These are all considered to be 
normal and expected driving characteristics.
See the Transmission chapter of your Owner’s Manual for more details.
FUNCTION
Rear View Camera
Provides a video image of the area behind 
the vehicle in the display in the center 
of the instrument panel. The image 
automatically appears when the vehicle 
is in reverse (R) and uses green, yellow 
and red guides to alert you of  
your proximity to objects.
Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors*
Designed to assist you by increasing the visibility along the side of  
your vehicle. 
  •    The integrated convex mirror is within the upper outboard corner of 
the exterior mirrors. 
  •    When an approaching vehicle moves toward you, the reflection 
appears first in the main mirror, and then in the blind spot mirror.
Active Park Assist*
The active park assist system 
can detect an available parallel 
parking space and automatically 
steer the vehicle into that space 
(hands-free). The system 
instructs the driver with visual 
and audible instructions with 
regard to braking, accelerating 
and shifting gears in order to 
safely park the vehicle. 
  •   To initiate active park assist, press the 
 button located 
on the center console. 
   •    To stop the parking procedure, grab the steering wheel or 
press the control again. For complete information, refer to 
the Parking Aids chapter in your Owner’s Manual.
Note:  The driver is always responsible for controlling the vehicle, 
supervising the system and intervening, if required.
Towing Your Focus
Towing your Focus behind an RV or any other vehicle 
may be limited. Refer to Towing the Vehicle on Four 
Wheels in the Towing chapter of your Owner’s Manual.
Headlamp Exit Delay*
After you switch the ignition off, you can switch the 
headlamps on by pulling the direction indicator lever 
toward you. A short tone sounds. The headlamps turn off 
automatically after three minutes with any door open or  
30 seconds after you close the last door. You can cancel  
this feature by pulling the direction indicator toward you  
again or switching the ignition on.
Autolamps*
The headlamps turn on and off automatically in low light situations or during inclement weather. They 
remain on for a period of time after you switch the ignition off. You can adjust the time delay through the 
information display controls.
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COMFORT
Ambient Lighting*
The ambient lighting system lights the interior with a choice of several colors.  
The ambient lighting control is in the overhead console. Rotate the control knob to 
switch the feature on and adjust the desired brightness. Press the palette button 
to cycle through your color choices. 
Ambient lighting switches on when: 
  • Y ou switch the ignition on.
  • Y ou switch the headlamps on. 
Traction Control
The traction control system helps avoid 
drive wheel spin and loss of traction.
If your vehicle begins to slide, the 
system applies the brakes to individual 
wheels and, when needed, reduces 
engine power at the same time. If the 
wheels spin when accelerating on 
slippery or loose surfaces, the system 
reduces engine power in order to 
increase traction. 
In certain situations (for example,  
stuck in snow or mud), turning the 
traction control off may be beneficial  
as this allows the wheels to spin with 
full engine power. You can switch this 
feature off in the information display, or 
via a switch on the instrument panel.*
FUNCTION CONTINUED
Interior Lamps
The lamps turn on when you  
open any door, press a remote 
control button or press the 
overhead control. 
Press  
  to switch off the door 
illumination function when you 
open any door. 
Press  
  again to switch the door 
illumination function back on. 
Press  
 to switch the overhead 
lamps on and off. 
AdvanceTrac® Stability 
Control System
The system helps you keep control 
of your vehicle when on a slippery 
surface. The electronic stability 
control portion of the system helps 
avoid skids and lateral slides, while 
the traction control system helps 
avoid drive wheel spin and loss  
of traction. 
*if equipped
Tilting Head Restraints*
You can adjust your vehicle’s 
front-row head restraints.
To raise: Pull up on the  
head restraint.
To lower: Press the head  
restraint down while pressing  
and holding the guide sleeve 
adjust and release button. 
To tilt the head restraint: Gently pull the top of the 
head restraint forward. 
To return it to its upright position: Tilt it forward once 
more and release.
Note: Do not attempt to force the head restraint 
backward after tilting it. Instead, continue tilting it forward 
until the head restraint releases to the upright position. 
Front-Seat Adjusters
Height/Recline Adjustment
Adjust the height  
of the driver seat by  
lifting the lever. 
Adjust the angle  
of the seatback by  
lifting the control.
Heated front Seats*
Press the heated front seat 
 control on the instrument 
panel to cycle through the various heat settings and off.  
More indicator lights mean warmer settings. 
Dual Zone Temperature Control*
You can operate the temperature with one control, called 
single zone, or two, called dual zone where both driver and 
front passenger can select independent temperatures using 
their own rotary dials.
To operate the dual zone: Use the rotary control on the 
passenger’s side. Single zone automatically shuts off. 
You can now adjust the driver’s side and passenger’s side 
temperatures independently. 
To return back to single zone: Press and hold the AUTO  
button for 2–4 seconds. The passenger’s temperature 
switches to the driver’s temperature setting. 
      
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
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Tire Pressure  
Monitoring System 
Your vehicle displays a low tire pressure 
warning light  in your instrument 
cluster when one or more of your tires 
are significantly under-inflated. If this 
happens, stop and check your tires as 
soon as possible, then inflate them to 
the proper pressure. Refer to the Wheels 
and Tires chapter of your Owner’s Manual 
for more information.
Fuel Tank Capacity/Fuel Info
Your vehicle has a 12.4 gallon (46.9L) fuel tank capacity. 
If your vehicle has a yellow ring around the fuel inlet, you have  
a flex fuel vehicle and can use either regular unleaded fuel,  
E85 ethanol fuel or any mixture of the two.
Some tips to keep in mind with an E85 vehicle:
  •    It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and 
E85. If you do switch fuels, it is recommended that you add as 
much fuel as possible, at least half a tank. 
  •    Do not add less than 5 gallons (18.9L) when refueling. 
  •    You should drive the vehicle immediately after refueling for at 
least 5 miles (8 km) to allow the vehicle to adapt to the 
change in ethanol concentration. 
  •    If you exclusively use E85 fuel, we recommend to fill the fuel tank  
with regular unleaded gasoline at each scheduled oil change.
  •    Non-flex fuel vehicles use only UNLEADED fuel with a minimum  
octane rating of 87. Do not use fuel 
E20 - E85 ethanol (E85), diesel fuel, 
fuel-methanol, leaded fuel or any other fuel because it could  
damage or impair the emission control system. 
Location of Spare Tire and Tools 
Your spare tire and tools are under the carpeted floor panel in the rear of 
your vehicle. 
  •    The spare tire is designed for emergency use only. You should replace it 
as soon as possible. 
  •    For complete details on changing your tire, refer to the Changing a Road 
Wheel section in the Wheels and Tires chapter of your Owner’s Manual.
Easy Fuel® Sy s t e m
To use, p ut your 
vehicle into park 
(P) and switch 
the ignition 
off. Open the 
fuel-filler door. 
Insert the 
nozzle. Begin 
fueling. Wait at least 10 seconds 
before removing the fuel pump nozzle 
to allow any residual fuel to drain into 
the fuel tank. 
When using a portable fuel container, 
slowly insert the fuel funnel (located 
in the spare wheel storage tray) and 
pour the fuel into the funnel.
Note: Do not use aftermarket funnels 
as they do not work with the Easy 
Fuel system and may cause damage. 
Properly clean or dispose of the funnel 
after each use.
Front and Rear Parking Aids*
Each system sounds an audible 
warning tone if there is an obstacle 
near the vehicle’s front or  
rear bumpers.
  •   As the vehicle moves closer to the 
obstacle, the rate of the warning  
tone increases in frequency. 
  •   The front sensors automatically 
activate when the vehicle is in  
any position other than park (P). 
  •   The reverse sensors activate 
automatically when the vehicle  
is in reverse (R). 
      •   See the Parking Aids chapter in 
your Owner’s Manual for complete 
information on your vehicle’s 
sensing systems.
Note: Visibility aids do not replace the 
need to watch where the vehicle is 
moving. Refer to your Owner’s Manual 
for safety information, more details  
and limitations. 
SelectShift Automatic® 
Transmission*  
Gives you 
the ability to 
manually change 
gears, if you like. 
To use, move the 
gearshift lever 
from drive (D) to 
sport (S). Press 
the + or – thumb 
toggle on the side of your gearshift 
lever or pull the + or – paddles on 
your steering wheel to upshift  
or downshift. 
Roadside Assistance 
Your new Ford vehicle comes with the 
assurance and support of 24-hour 
emergency roadside assistance. 
To receive roadside assistance in the 
United States, call 1-800-241-3673.  
In Canada, call 1-800-665-2006.