FORD RANGER 2023 Owners Manual

Switching Android Auto Off
Select the settings option on thefeature bar.
1.Select Android Auto.
2.Switch Android Auto off.
NAVIGATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:For more information, refer to ourwebsite.
Select the navigation option onthe feature bar.
Map view menu.A
Zoom out.B
Zoom in.C
Route guidance menu.D
Destination entry menu.E
Setting a Destination
Destination Entry Menu
DescriptionItem
Enter a destination address.Search
Display and select from a list of previous destinations.Previous Destinations
Set your saved home address as your destinationHome
Set your saved place of work as your destination.Work
Display and select from a list of favorite destinations.Favorites
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Setting a Destination Using the TextEntry Screen
Text entry field.A
Automatic suggestions based onthe text you enter.B
Information icon.C
Search.D
Keyboard settings.E
Note:Select one of the suggestions tocopy the detail to the text entry field.
You can search by entering all or part ofthe destination, such as the Address, POICategory or Name, Intersection, City,Latitude/Longitude, etc. Tips: If you donot specify a location, the system willuse the current vehicle location. You canspecify a location by address, city, stateor zip code. For additional search support,please visit: support.ford.com.
Note:Press the button in the top right-handcorner of the main map to display estimatedtime of arrival, the remaining travel time ordistance to destination.
Setting a Destination Using the MapScreen
Re-center the map.A
Selected location.B
3D map rotation. Swipe left orright.C
Start route guidance.D
Destination name.E
Select the location on the map.
Select Start to begin route guidance.
Changing the Format of the Map
Display the map in one of the followingformats:
•A two-dimensional map with thedirection you are traveling toward thetop of the screen.
•A two-dimensional map with northtoward the top of the screen.
•A three-dimensional map with thedirection you are traveling toward thefront.
Zoom
Display more or less detail on the map.
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Note:Use pinch gestures to zoom in andout. Place two fingers on the screen andmove them apart to zoom in. Place twofingers on the screen and bring themtogether to zoom out.
Route Guidance
Turn indicator. Select to hear thelast voice prompt.A
Point of interest.B
Estimated time of arrival,distance to destination or timeto destination.
C
Current road.D
Mute guidance prompts.E
Cancel route guidance.F
Note:To change guidance prompt volume,turn the volume control when a guidanceprompt plays.
Route Guidance Menu
DescriptionMenu Item
Adjust your map preferences for when route guidance is active.Screen View
View a full-screen map when route guidance is active.Full Map
View highway exit information for your current route.Highway Exit Info
View the turn list for your current route. Select a road to avoidit.Turn List
You can find the SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link informationby pressing this button. This information requires an activesubscription to SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link. When a routeis not active, a list of nearby traffic incidents displays. When aroute is active, you can choose to display a list of traffic nearbyor on the route.
Traffic List
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DescriptionMenu Item
Adjust navigation settings. See Settings (page 393).Navigation Settings
View information about your current location.Where Am I?
Cancel route guidance.Cancel Route
View the entire current route on the map.View Route
View an alternative route compared to your current one.Detour
Change the order or remove waypoints.Edit Waypoints
The system determines the order of waypoints for you.Optimize Order
Go to the next screen and start the new route.Go
Adjusting the Guidance PromptVolume
Turn the volume control when a guidanceprompt plays to adjust the volume.
Note:If you have inadvertently adjustedthe volume to zero, press the turn indicatorbutton to play the last voice prompt andthen adjust the volume to the desired level.
Muting Guidance Prompts
Select the mute option on thescreen to mute guidanceprompts.
Note:The system mutes the next and allfuture guidance prompts.
Adding Waypoints
You can add a waypoint to a navigationroute as a destination along your route.You can add up to five waypoints.
1.Select the search option on the map.
2.Set a destination.
3.Select Add Waypoint.
4.Select Go.
Canceling Route Guidance
Select the route guidance menuoption on the active guidancescreen.
Select Cancel Route.
Note:The route guidance menu option isalways in the bottom right-hand corner ofthe main map.
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cityseeker (If Equipped)
cityseeker, when available, is a service thatprovides more information about certainpoints of interest such as restaurants,hotels and attractions.
Note:cityseeker information is limited toapproximately 1,110 cities (1,049 in theUnited States, 36 in Canada and 15 inMexico).
When you have selected a point of interest,the location and information appear, suchas address, phone number and a starrating.
Press More Information to see a photo,a review, a list of services and facilities, theaverage room or meal price and the webaddress. This screen displays the point ofinterest icons.
For restaurants, cityseeker can provideinformation such as star rating, averagecost, review, handicap access, hours ofoperation, and website address.
For hotels, cityseeker can provideinformation such as star rating, pricecategory, review, check-in and checkouttimes, hotel service icons and websiteaddress. Hotel service icons include:
•Restaurant
•Business center
•Handicap facilities
•Laundry
•Refrigerator
•24-hour room service
•Fitness center
•Internet access
•Pool
•Wi-Fi
Attractions include nearby landmarks,amusement parks, historic buildings andmore. cityseeker can provide informationsuch as star rating, reviews, hour ofoperation and admission price.
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link (If
Equipped)
SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link is availableon vehicles equipped with navigation andonly in select markets. You must activateand subscribe to receive SiriusXM Trafficand Travel Link information. It helps youlocate the best gas prices, find movielistings, get current traffic alerts, view theweather map, get accurate ski conditionsand see current sports scores.
The system calculates a reasonableefficient route based on available speedlimits, traffic, and road conditions. You mayknow a local shortcut that is more efficientat a given time than the route provided bySYNC 3, but you should expect a slightdifference in minutes or miles with theSYNC 3 route.
Michelin Travel Guide (If Equipped)
The Michelin travel guide is a service thatprovides additional information aboutcertain places of interest, for examplerestaurants, hotels and tourist sites. Pointsof interest that have Michelin travel guideinformation display a button to show youmore information. Push the button to seethe additional information. If you havepaired your phone with the system, youcan press the phone button to directlyestablish a call with the selected point ofinterest.
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Navigation Map Accuracy andUpdates
HERE is the digital map provider for thenavigation application. If you find map dataerrors, you may report them directly toHERE by going to www.here.com. HEREevaluates all reported map errors andresponds with the result of theirinvestigation by e-mail.
The navigation system map data maycontain inaccurate or incompleteinformation due to the passage of time,changing circumstances, sources used andthe nature of collecting comprehensivegeographic data, any of which may lead toincorrect results. Inaccurate speed limitinformation, turn restrictions and otherroad attributes may affect the determinedroute and associated guidance
Annual navigation map updates areavailable for purchase through yourdealership. Depending on your purchaseagreement, you might be eligible for a freemap update. You can choose to downloadthe map data update onto a USB, order aUSB, or use Wi-Fi to deliver automaticupdates. To update your map data overWi-Fi, your vehicle must be connected toa Wi-Fi access point. Map data files arelarge, so it is highly recommended toperform the update when free Wi-Fi isavailable otherwise high data rates mayapply. For USB updates, free map updateeligibility, and other details, contactdealers at 1-866-462-8837 in the UnitedStates and Canada or 800-557-5539 inMexico or visit our local website for moreinformation.
APPS
The system allows you to interact withselect mobile apps while keeping your eyeson the road. Voice commands, steeringwheel buttons, or a quick tap on yourtouchscreen give you advanced control ofcompatible mobile apps. You can alsostream your favorite music or podcasts,share your time of arrival with friends, andkeep connected safely.
When you start an app through the systemfor the first time, you could be asked togrant certain permissions. You can reviewand change the permissions that you havegranted at any time when your vehicle isnot moving. We recommend that youcheck your data plan before using yourapps through the system. Using themcould result in additional charges. We alsorecommend that you check the appprovider's terms and conditions andprivacy policy before using their app. Makesure that you have an active account forapps that you want to use through thesystem. Some apps work with no setup.Others require you to configure somepersonal settings before you can use them.
Note:For more information about availableapps, visit the local Ford website.
Using Apps on an iOS Device
Select the apps option on thefeature bar.
1.If your device is connected via USB,switch Apple CarPlay off. See Phone(page 385).
2.Connect your iOS device to a USB portor pair and connect using Bluetooth®.
3.If prompted to enable CarPlay, selectDisable.
4.Start the apps on your device that youwant to use through SYNC.
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Note:If you close the apps on your device,you will not be able to use them through thesystem.
5.Select the app that you want to use onthe touchscreen.
Note:Connect your device to a USB port ifyou want to use a navigation app. Whenusing a navigation app, keep your deviceunlocked and the app open.
Using Apps on an Android Device
Select the apps option on thefeature bar.
1.If your device is connected via USB,switch Android Auto off. See Phone(page 385).
2.Pair your device. See Phone (page 385).
3.Start the apps on your device that youwant to use through SYNC.
Note:If you close the apps on your device,you will not be able to use them through thesystem.
4.Select Find Mobile Apps.
Note:The system searches and connectsto compatible apps that are running on yourdevice.
5.Select the app that you want to use onthe touchscreen.
Note:Mobile apps on your device use theUSB port to establish a connection withSYNC. Some devices may lose the ability toplay music over USB when mobile apps areenabled.
Using Mobile Navigation on anAndroid Device
1.Connect your device to a USB port.
2.Switch Android Auto off. See Phone(page 385).
3.Switch on Enable Mobile Apps via USBin the Mobile Apps Settings tile.
4.Select the apps option on the featurebar.
5.Select the navigation app that youwant to use on the touchscreen.
Note:When using a navigation app, keepyour device unlocked and the app open.
SETTINGS
Press the button to enter thesettings menu.
Once you select a tile, press thebutton next to a menu item toview an explanation of thesetting.
Sound
Select this tile to adjust the sound settings.
Clock
Select this tile to adjust the clock settings.
Bluetooth®
Select this tile to switch Bluetooth® onand off and adjust the settings.
Phone
Select this tile to connect, disconnect, andmanage the connected device settings.
Audio
Select this tile to adjust the audio settings.
Driver Assist (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust Driver Assistfeatures like Park Aid, Lane Keepingsystem, Pedestrian Detection, andAuto-Start-Stop.
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Vehicle
Select this tile to adjust the vehicle settingslike windows, alarm, lighting, and MyKeysettings.
FordPass (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the FordPasssettings.
General
Select this tile to adjust settings likelanguage, measurement units, or to resetthe system.
Emergency Assistance
Select this tile to switch EmergencyAssistance on and off.
Automatic Updates
Select this tile to adjust automatic updatesettings.
Mobile Apps
Select this tile to adjust permissions,enable, disable, and update mobile apps.
Display
Select this tile to adjust display settingslike brightness and auto dim.
Charge Settings (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the electric vehiclecharge settings.
Voice Control
Select this tile to adjust voice controlsettings like command confirmations anddisplayed lists.
Navigation (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust navigation settingslike map preferences and route guidance.
Multi Contour Seats (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the position andmassage function of your multi-contourseats.
Seats (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust the lumbarfunction of your seats.
Message Center (If Equipped)
Select this tile to view vehicle messages.
Personal Profiles (If Equipped)
Select this tile to adjust recalled memoryfeatures when using Personal Profiles.
Valet Mode (If Equipped)
Select this tile to enable and disable valetmode.
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SYNC™ 3 TROUBLESHOOTING
Voice Recognition
Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
The system does not under-stand what I am saying.–You might not be using supported voice commands.
•See Using Voice Recognition (page 374).
•For a complete list of voice commands, refer to ourwebsite.
–You might be speaking too soon.
•Wait for the voice prompt before you speak.
The system does not under-stand the name of a track orartist.
–Device limitation.Bluetooth® does not support voicecommands.
•Connect your device to a USB port.
•If you have an iOS device, press and hold the voicecontrol button on the steering wheel to use Siri toplay specific tracks.
–You might not be using supported voice commands.
•See Using Voice Recognition (page 374).
•For a complete list of voice commands, refer to ourwebsite.
–You might not be saying the name exactly as it appearson your device.
•Say the name of the track or artist exactly as itappears on your device. Spell out any abbreviationsin the name.
–The name contains special characters, for example *,- or +.
•Rename the files on your device or use the touch-screen to select and play the track.
The system does not under-stand the name of a contactin the phonebook on mydevice and calls the wrongcontact.
–You might not be saying the name exactly as it appearson your device.
•Say the first and last name of the contact exactlyas it appears on your device. Spell out any abbrevi-ations in the name.
–The name contains special characters, for example *,- or +.
•Rename the contact on your device or use thetouchscreen to select and call the contact.
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Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
–You might not be saying the name exactly as it appearson your device.
•Say the first and last name of the contact exactlyas it appears on your device. The system appliesphonetic pronunciation rules of the selectedlanguage to the names of contacts in the phone-book on your device. Select the name of thecontact on the touchscreen and use the Hear itoption to get an idea of how the system expectsyou to pronounce it.
The system does not under-stand certain names ofcontacts in the phonebookon my device.
–Device limitation.
•The system uses text-to-speech technology anduses a synthetically generated voice rather thanpre-recorded human voice.
The system voice promptsand the pronunciation ofsome words do not seem tobe very accurate.
USB and Bluetooth® Audio
Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
I cannot connect my device.–Device malfunction.
•Disconnect your device. Switch your device off andon to reset it and try again.
–Cable connection issue.
•Correctly connect the cable to your device and thevehicle USB port.
–Incompatible cable.
•Use the cable recommended by the manufacturerof your device.
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