FORD FUSION HYBRID 2017 Owners Manual

USB PORT (If Equipped)
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
The USB port allows you to plug in mediaplaying devices, memory sticks and chargedevices (if supported). See your SYNCinformation.
MEDIA HUB (If Equipped)
You can locate the media hub inside thecenter console or on the instrument panel.
See your SYNC information.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC is an in-vehicle communicationssystem that works with yourBluetooth-enabled cellular phone andportable media player. This allows you to:
•Make and receive calls.
•Access and play music from yourportable music player.
•Use 911 Assist and applications, suchas Spotify and Glympse, via SYNCAppLink.*
•Access phonebook contacts and musicusing voice commands.
•Stream music from your connectedphone.
•Text message.
•Use the advanced voice recognitionsystem.
•Charge your USB device (if your devicesupports this).*These features are not available in allmarkets and may require activation.Available AppLink enabled apps vary bymarket.
Make sure that you review your device'smanual before using it with SYNC.
Support
The SYNC support team is available tohelp you with any questions you cannotanswer on your own.
Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-9:00pm EST.
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Sunday, 10:30am-7:30pm EST.
In the United States, call 1-800-392-3673.
In Canada, call 1-800-565-3673.
Times are subject to change due toholidays.
SYNC Owner Account
Why do I need a SYNC owner account?
•Essential for keeping up with the latestsoftware downloads available forSYNC.
•Access to customer support for anyquestions you may have.
Driving Restrictions
For your safety, certain features arespeed-dependent and restricted when yourvehicle is traveling over 3 mi (5 km).
Safety Information
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result inloss of vehicle control, crash andinjury. We strongly recommend thatyou use extreme caution when using anydevice that may take your focus off theroad. Your primary responsibility is the safeoperation of your vehicle. We recommendagainst the use of any hand-held devicewhile driving and encourage the use ofvoice-operated systems when possible.Make sure you are aware of all applicablelocal laws that may affect the use ofelectronic devices while driving.
When using SYNC:
•Do not operate playing devices if thepower cords or cables are broken, splitor damaged. Place cords and cablesout of the way, so they do not interferewith the operation of pedals, seats,compartments or safe driving abilities.
•Do not leave playing devices in yourvehicle during extreme conditions as itcould cause them damage. See yourdevice's manual for further information.
•Do not attempt to service or repair thesystem. See an authorized dealer.
Privacy Information
When a cellular phone is connected toSYNC, the system creates a profile withinyour vehicle that is linked to that cellularphone. This profile is created in order tooffer you more cellular features and tooperate more efficiently. Among otherthings, this profile may contain data aboutyour cellular phone book, text messages(read and unread), and call history,including history of calls when your cellularphone was not connected to the system.In addition, if you connect a media device,the system creates and retains an index ofsupported media content. The system alsorecords a short development log ofapproximately 10 minutes of all recentsystem activity. The log profile and othersystem data may be used to improve thesystem and help diagnose any problemsthat may occur.
The cellular profile, media device index,and development log will remain in thevehicle unless you delete them and aregenerally accessible only in the vehiclewhen the cellular phone or media playeris connected. If you no longer plan to usethe system or the vehicle, we recommendyou perform a Master Reset to erase allstored information.
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System data cannot be accessed withoutspecial equipment and access to thevehicle's SYNC module. Ford MotorCompany and Ford of Canada will notaccess the system data for any purposeother than as described absent consent, acourt order, or where required by lawenforcement, other governmentauthorities, or other third parties actingwith lawful authority. Other parties mayseek to access the informationindependently of Ford Motor Company andFord of Canada. For further privacyinformation, see the section on 911 Assist.See SYNC™ Applications and Services(page 345).
USING VOICE RECOGNITION
This system helps you control manyfeatures using voice commands. Thisallows you to keep your hands on thewheel and focus on what is around you.
Initiating a Voice Session
Press the voice button. A list ofavailable voice commandsappears in the display.
Global Voice Commands
These voice commands are alwaysavailable. You can say them at any time.
Global voice commands
This command ends the voice session. Youcan also cancel a session by holding thevoice button for two or more seconds.
(cancel | exit)
This command provides you with hints,examples and instructions.help
This command restarts the voice sessionfrom the initial starting point.(main menu | start again)
You can say any of the voice commands that appear within open and close brackets thatare separated by |. For example, where; (cancel | exit) appears you say; cancel or exit.
Helpful Hints
•Make sure the interior of your vehicle isas quiet as possible. Wind noise fromopen windows and road vibrations mayprevent the system from correctlyrecognizing spoken commands.
•Before giving a voice command, waitfor the system announcement to finish,followed by a single tone. Anycommand spoken before this does notregister with the system.
•Speak naturally, without long pausesbetween words.
•You can interrupt the system at anytime while it is speaking by pressing thevoice button. You can cancel a voicesession by pressing and holding thevoice button.
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System Interaction and Feedback
The system provides feedback throughaudible tones, prompts, questions andspoken confirmations depending on thesituation and the chosen level ofinteraction. You can customize the voicerecognition system to provide more or lessinstruction and feedback.
The default setting is to a higher level ofinteraction in order to help you learn to usethe system. You can change these settingsat any time.
Adjusting the Interaction Level
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
voice settings
Then either of the following:
Provides more detailed interaction andguidance. (Recommended for first timeusers.)
interaction mode novice
Provides less audible interaction and guid-ance.interaction mode advanced
Confirmation Prompts
Confirmation prompts are short questionsthe system asks when it is not sure of yourrequest or when there is more than onepossible response to your request.
To adjust this setting press the voice button, when prompted say:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
voice settings
Then either of the following:
Make a best guess from the command; youmay still occasionally be asked to confirmsettings.
confirmation prompts off
Clarify your voice command with a shortquestion.confirmation prompts on
Phone Confirmation
Using phone confirmations the systemasks you to verify before placing any calls.
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To adjust this setting press the voice button, when prompted say:
Action and DescriptionVoice Command
voice settings
Then any of the following:
When enabled, this feature will prompt youto confirm any voice initiated call commandprior to the call being placed.
phone confirmation on
The system will make a best guess; youmay still occasionally be asked to confirmsettings.
phone confirmation off
Changing the Voice Settings
In addition to using voice commands tochange the voice settings, you can also usethe menu in the audio display.
To change the voice settings press theMenu button then select:
Menu Item
SYNC-Settings
Voice settings
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
PHONE
Hands-free calling is one of the mainfeatures of SYNC. While the systemsupports a variety of features, many aredependent on your cellular phone'sfunctionality. At a minimum, most cellularphones with Bluetooth wireless technologysupport the following functions:
•Answering an incoming call.
•Ending a call.
•Using privacy mode.
•Dialing a number.
•Redialing.
•Call waiting notification.
•Caller ID.
Other features, such as text messagingusing Bluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.To check your phone's compatibility, seeyour phone's manual and visitwww.SYNCMyRide.com,www.SYNCMyRide.ca orwww.syncmaroute.ca.
Pairing a Phone for the First Time
Wirelessly pairing your phone with SYNCallows you to make and receive hands-freecalls.
Note:SYNC can support downloading upto approximately 4000 entries perBluetooth-enabled cellular phone.
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Using the Audio System
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
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1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button. When theaudio display indicates there is nopaired phone, select the option to add.
3. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your phone to start the pairingprocess.
4. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Using Voice Commands
Make sure to switch on yourphone's Bluetooth featurebefore starting the search. Seeyour device's manual if necessary.
Press the voice and when promptedsay:
Action and Descrip-tionVoice Command
Follow the instruc-tions on the audiodisplay.
(pair ([Bluetooth]device | phone |Bluetooth audio) |add phone)
You can say any of the voice commandsthat appear within open and close bracketsthat are separated by |. For example,where; (what's | what is) appears you say;what's or what is.
The commands that have [ ] around theword means that the word is optional.
Depending on your phone's capability andyour market, the system may prompt youwith questions, such as setting the currentphone as the primary phone (the phoneSYNC automatically tries to connect withfirst upon vehicle start-up) anddownloading your phonebook.
Pairing Subsequent Phones
Note:Make sure to switch on the ignitionand the radio. Shift the transmission intopark (P) for automatic transmission or firstgear for manual transmission.
Note:To scroll through the menus, pressthe up and down arrows on your audiosystem.
1. Make sure to switch on your phone'sBluetooth feature before starting thesearch. See your device's manual ifnecessary.
2. Press the PHONE button.
3. Select the option for BluetoothDevices.
4. Press the OK button.
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5. Select the option to add. This startsthe pairing process.
6. When a message to begin pairingappears in the audio display, search forSYNC on your device.
7. When prompted on your cell phone’sdisplay, confirm that the PIN providedby SYNC matches the PIN displayedon your cell phone. Your phone is nowpaired and the display indicates thatthe pairing was successful. If you areprompted to enter a PIN on your device,enter the PIN displayed on the screen.The display indicates when the pairingis successful.
SYNC may prompt you with more cellphone options. Your cell phone may alsoprompt you to give SYNC permission toaccess information. For more informationon your cell phone’s capability, see yourcell phone’s manual and visit the website.
Phone Voice Commands
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say any of thefollowing:
Voice Command
(phone | Blackberry | iPhone)
Then say any of the following:
call (___)
call ___ at home
call ___ ((in|at) [the] office | at work)
call ___ on (cell | mobile)
call ___ on other
1dial [[a] number]
2([go to] privacy | transfer to phone| privacy on)
Voice Command
2(hold call [on] | place call on hold)
2join (calls | call)
2mute call [on]
2(mute call off | un-mute call)
(turn ringer on | silent mode off)
(turn ringer off | silent mode [on])
3[text] (messages | message)
help
___ is a dynamic listing that should be thename of a contact in your phonebook. Forexample you could say "Call Home".1 See Dial table below.2 These commands are only valid while ina phone call.3 See the text message table below.
Dial Commands
Press the voice button and when promptedsay any of the following commands:
Voice Commands
411 (four-one-one), 911 (nine-one-one)
700 (seven hundred)
800 (eight hundred)
900 (nine hundred)
Clear (deletes all entered digits)
Delete (deletes last set of digits entered)
Number <0-9>
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Voice Commands
Plus
Pound (#)
Star (*)
Note:To exit dial mode, press and hold thephone button or press any button on theaudio system.
To access text messages say:
Voice Command
[text] (messages | message)
Then say any of the following:
(listen to | read) ([text] message)
forward (text | [text] message)
reply to (text | [text] message)
call [sender]
Phonebook Hints
To hear how the SYNC system speaks aname browse phonebook, select a contactand press:
Menu Item
Hear it
Changing Devices Using VoiceCommands
Using SYNC, you can easily access multiplephones, ipods, or USB devices. to switchdevices say:
Voice Command
You can state the name ofthe desired device, such as“My iPhone”,“My Galaxy”or“My iPod”. SYNC mayask you to confirm the typeof device (Phone, USB, orBluetooth Audio).
(connect |device) ___
Making Calls
Press the voice button. Whenprompted, say:
Voice Command
call [[a]name]
SYNC prompts you to saythe numbers that you wishto dial. After you say thenumbers, the systemconfirms it. You can thensay:
dial [[a]number]
When the system has stated thenumber, you say any of the following:
Voice Command
This initiates the call.(dial | send)
This erases the spokendigits.(delete |correct)
To end the call, press the end call buttonon the steering wheel or select the end calloption in the audio display.
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Receiving Calls
Accepting calls
When receiving a call, you can answer thecall by pressing the accept call button onthe steering wheel or use the screen.
To use the screen to accept a callselect:
Menu Item
Accept
Rejecting Calls
When receiving a call, you can reject thecall by pressing the reject call button onthe steering wheel or use the screen.
To use the screen to reject a call select:
Menu Item
Reject
Ignore the call by doing nothing.
Phone Options during an ActiveCall
During an active call, you have more menufeatures that become available, such asputting a call on hold or joining calls.
To access this menu, choose one of theoptions available at the bottom of theaudio display or select More to choosefrom the following options:
Description and actionMenu Item
Switch your vehicle's microphone off. To switch themicrophone on, select the option again.Mic. off
Switch a call from an active hands-free environment toyour cellular phone for a more private conversation. Whenselected, the audio display indicates the call is private.
Privacy
Put an active call on hold. When selected, the audio displayindicates the call is on hold.Hold
Enter numbers using the audio system's numeric keypad(for example, numbers for passwords).Dial a number
Join two separate calls. The system supports a maximumof three callers on a multiparty or conference call.Join calls
1. Select the More option.2. Access the desired contact through the system or usevoice commands to place the second call. Once activelyin the second call, select the More option.3. Scroll to the option to join calls and press the OK button.
Access your phonebook contacts.Phonebook1. Select the More option.2. Scroll to the option for phonebook and press the OKbutton.3. Scroll through your phonebook contacts.
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