FORD EXPLORER 2023 Owners Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING: Driving while distractedcan result in loss of vehicle control, crashand injury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is thesafe operation of your vehicle. Werecommend against the use of anyhand-held device while driving andencourage the use of voice-operatedsystems when possible. Make sure youare aware of all applicable local lawsthat may affect the use of electronicdevices while driving.
About SYNC
The system allows you to interact with theentertainment, information andcommunication systems on your vehicleusing voice commands and a touchscreen.The system provides easy interaction withaudio, phone, navigation, mobile apps andsettings.
Note:You can switch the system on anduse it for up to an hour without switchingthe ignition on.
Note:You can use the system after youswitch the ignition off for up to 10 minutesor until you open a door.
Note:For your safety, some features arespeed-dependent. Their use is limited towhen your vehicle speed is less than 3 mph(5 km/h).
Using the Touchscreen
Status bar.A
Home screen.B
Clock. See Settings (page 458).C
Outside air temperature.D
Feature bar.E
Status Bar
Cell phone microphone muted.
Audio system muted.
Software update installed.
Wi-Fi connected.
Cell phone roaming.
Text message received.
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Automatic crash notificationsystem off.
Cell phone network signalstrength.
Vehicle data sharing on.
Vehicle location sharing on.
Vehicle data and vehicle locationsharing on.
Wireless charger active.
Feature Bar
Select to use the radio, a USB, amedia player or a Bluetooth®device. See Entertainment(page 435).
Select to adjust climate settingsSee Climate (page 445).
Select to make calls and accessthe phonebook on your cellphone. See Phone (page 447).
Select to use the navigationsystem. See Navigation (page449).
Select to search for and usecompatible apps on your iOS orAndroid device. See Apps (page455).
Select to adjust system settings.See Settings (page 458).
Cleaning the Touchscreen
See Cleaning the Interior (page 342).
Updating the System
Updating the System Using a USB Drive
Downloading an Update
1.Go to the SYNC update page on thelocal Ford website.
2.Download the update.
Note:The website notifies you if an updateis available.
3.Insert a USB drive into your computer.
Note:The USB drive needs to be empty andmeet the minimum requirements detailedon the website.
4.Follow the instructions provided todownload the update to the USB drive.
Installing an Update
Note:You can use the system when aninstallation is in progress.
1.Disconnect all other USB devices fromthe USB ports.
2.Connect the USB drive with the updateto a USB port.
Note:Installation starts automaticallywithin 10 minutes.
Updating the System Using a Wi-FiNetwork Connection
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Select Automatic Updates.
2.Select System Wi-Fi.
3.Switch System Wi-Fi on.
4.Select Available Wi-Fi Networks.
5.Select an available Wi-Fi network.
Note:Enter the network password toconnect to a secure network.
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Switching Automatic System UpdatesOn
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Select Automatic Updates.
2.Switch Automatic System Updateson.
The system is now set to check for andreceive system updates when it isconnected to a Wi-Fi network.
Note:You can use the system when adownload is in progress.
Note:If the system is disconnected fromthe Wi-Fi network when a download is inprogress, the download continues the nexttime the system is connected to a Wi-Finetwork.
Additional Information andAssistance
For additional information and assistance,we recommend that you contact anauthorized dealer or refer to the local Fordwebsite.
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
The system allows you to interact with theentertainment, information andcommunication systems on your vehicleusing voice commands. This allows youto keep your hands on the steering wheeland focus on what is in front of you.
Press the voice control buttonon the steering wheel and waitfor the voice prompt.
Note:Press the voice control button againto interrupt a voice prompt and beginspeaking.
Note:Turn the volume control when a voiceprompt plays to adjust the volume.
Note:Press and hold the voice controlbutton on the steering wheel to use Siri onyour iOS device.
The following voice commands aredesigned to help you from any screen:
•List of Commands
•Help
The following tables list some of the morefrequently used voice commands. For acomplete list of voice commands, refer toour website.
General
DescriptionVoice Command
Get a list of voice commands for a specific feature.1___ List of Commands
Cancel an active voice session.Cancel
Get a list of voice commands for a specific feature.1___ Help
Return to the previous screen.Go back
Go to the main menu.Main Menu
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DescriptionVoice Command
Go to the next page.Next Page
Go to the previous page.Previous Page
1 Add the name of the feature to the command.
Entertainment
Audio Source
DescriptionVoice Command
Use the radio.Radio
Use the CD player.CD Player
Use a Bluetooth® device.Bluetooth Stereo
Use a USB or media player.USB
Radio
DescriptionVoice Command
Listen to AM radio.AM
Tune to a specific AM frequency.1AM ___
Listen to SiriusXM radio.2Sirius Channel ___
Listen to FM radio.FM
Tune to a specific FM frequency.1FM ___
1 Add the radio frequency to two decimal places to the command.2 You can say the Sirius channel name or number such as "Sirius Channel 16" or "SiriusThe Pulse".
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USB and Media Player
DescriptionVoice Command
Play your music by category.1
Play Album ___
Play Artist ___
Play Genre ___
Play Playlist ___
Play Song ___
Play Audiobook ___
Play Podcast ___
Browse music on a USB device.
Browse All Albums
Browse All Artists
Browse All Audiobooks
Browse All Genres
Browse All Playlists
Browse All Podcasts
Browse All Songs
Browse your music by category on a USB device.1
Browse Album ___
Browse Artist ___
Browse Audiobook ___
Browse Genre ___
Browse Playlist ___
Browse Podcast ___
1 Add an album name, artist name, audiobook name, genre name, playlist name, podcastname or track name to the command. Say the name exactly as it appears on your device.
Climate (If Equipped)
You can control the temperature of thevehicle using voice commands.
___ is a dynamic listing, meaning that forclimate voice commands it can be thedesired degrees for the temperaturesetting.
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To adjust the temperature, say:
DescriptionVoice command
Adjust the temperature between 60–85°F(15.5–29.5°C).Set Temperature ___
Phone
DescriptionVoice Command
Pair a cell phone or Bluetooth®-enabled device.Pair Phone
Redial the last number that you dialed.Redial
Dial a number.1Dial ___
Call a specific contact from your phonebook.2Call ___
Call a specific contact from your phonebook at a
specific location.3Call ___ ___
Listen to a text message.Listen to Message
Listen to a specific text message from a list of textmessages.Listen to Message ___
Reply to the last text message.Reply to Message
1 Add the number you want to dial to the command.2 Add a contact name from your phonebook to the command. Say the first and last nameof your contact exactly as it appears on your device.3 Add a contact name and location from your phonebook to the command. Say the firstand last name of your contact exactly as it appears on your device.
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Navigation (If Equipped)
Setting a Destination
DescriptionVoice Command
Enter a destination address. When prompted,provide the house number, the street and city.Find an Address
Search for a point of interest by name or by category.Find a Place
Search for a nearby point of interest by category.1Find the Next ___
Search for a point of interest category.1Find a POI Category
Set your saved home address as your destination.Drive Home
Set your saved place of work as your destination.Drive to Work
Display and select from a list of previous destina-tions.Show Previous Destinations
Display and select from a list of favorite destinations.Show Favorites
1 Add a point of interest category or the name of a major brand or chain to the command.
Route Guidance
DescriptionVoice Command
Cancel the current route.Cancel Route
Select an alternate route.Detour
Repeat the last guidance prompt.Repeat Instruction
Display an overview of the route.Show Route
Display a list of traffic events on your route.Show Traffic
Display the map on the touchscreen.Show Map
Display a two-dimensional map with north towardthe top of the touchscreen.North Up
Display a two-dimensional map with the directionyou are traveling toward the top of the touchscreen.Heading Up
Display a three-dimensional map with the directionyou are traveling toward the front.Show 3D
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Apps
General
DescriptionVoice Command
Start an app. The system prompts you for the appname.Mobile Applications
Get a list of apps running on your device.List Applications
Search and connect to apps running on your device.Find Applications
Active App
DescriptionVoice Command
Get a list of voice commands for a specific app.1___ Help
Close an app.1Exit ___
1 Add an app name to the command.
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link (If Equipped)
DescriptionVoicecommand
Displays a list of traffic incidents.ShowTraffic
Displays the current weather map.ShowWeatherMap
Displays a list of fuel prices.Show FuelPrices
Displays the 5 day weather forecast.Show 5Day Fore-cast
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Voice Settings
DescriptionVoice Command
Go to the voice settings menu.Voice Settings
Switch long voice prompts on.Interaction Mode Novice
Switch short voice prompts on.Interaction Mode Advanced
Switch call confirmation on. The system promptsyou to confirm before making a call.Phone Confirmation On
Switch call confirmation off. The system does notprompt you to confirm before making a call.Phone Confirmation Off
Switch the display of voice commands on.Voice Command Lists On
Switch the display of voice commands off.Voice Command Lists Off
Automatic Blower Motor SpeedReduction
If necessary, the system decreases theblower motor speed when you are usingvoice commands to reduce the amount ofbackground noise in your vehicle. It returnsto normal when you are done.
Switching Automatic Blower MotorSpeed Reduction Off
Simultaneously press the A/C andrecirculated air buttons.
ENTERTAINMENT
Audio source. Select to choosea different audio source.A
Presets. Swipe left to view morepresets.B
You can access these options using thetouchscreen or voice commands.
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SourcesPress this button to select the source ofmedia you want to listen to.
Menu Item
AM
FM
1SIRIUS
CD
The name of the USB that is plugged in displays here.USB
Bluetooth Stereo
If you have SYNC 3 compatible apps on your connected smart phone, theydisplay here as individual source selections.Apps
1 This feature may not be available in all markets and requires an active subscription.
AM/FM Radio
Tuning a Station
You can use the tune or seek controls onthe radio bezel to select a station.
To tune a station using thetouchscreen, select:
Menu Item
Direct Tune
A pop up appears, allowing you to type inthe frequency of a station. You can onlyenter a valid station for the source you arecurrently listening to.
You can press the backspace button todelete the previously entered number.
Once you have entered the station'scall numbers, you can select:
Action and Descrip-tionMenu Item
Press to beginplaying the stationyou have entered.
Enter
Press to exitwithout changingthe station.
Cancel
Presets
To set a new preset, tune to the stationand then press and hold one of thememory preset buttons. The audio mutesbriefly while the system saves the stationand then returns.
You may be able to add additional presetpages using the settings option on thefeature bar.
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