audio FORD RANGER 2023 Service Manual

Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
–Incorrect device settings.
•Make sure that your device does not have an auto-install program or active security settings.
•Check that your device is not set only to charge.
–Device lock screen enabled.
•Unlock your device before connecting it.
The system does not recog-nize my device.–Device limitation.
•Do not leave your device in your vehicle during veryhot or very cold weather conditions.
–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.
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.
I cannot stream audio frommy Bluetooth® device.–Incompatible device.
•Check the compatibility of your device on ourwebsite.
–Device not connected.
•Pair your device. See Phone (page 385).
–Media player not running.
•Start the media player on your device.
The system does not recog-nize the music on my device.–Missing or incorrect audio file metadata, for exampleartist, song title, album or genre.
•Repair the files on your device.
–Corrupt files.
•Repair the files on your device.
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Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
–Copyright-protected files.
•Use a device that contains files that are not copy-right protected.
–Unsupported file format.
•Repair or convert the files to a supported format.See Settings (page 393).
–Device indexing required.
•Re-index your device. See Settings (page 393).
–Device lock screen enabled.
•Unlock your device before connecting it.
Sometimes I cannot hear atrack playing on my device.–Device malfunction.
•Disconnect your device. Switch your device off andon to reset it and try again.
When I disconnect my iOSdevice the audio volume isset to maximum.
–Device limitation.
•Turn the volume down on your device.
If the system does not play the tracks on your USB devicein the correct order, the following information could help:The system does not playthe tracks on my USB drivein the correct order.–If you are selecting USB as the audio source when thesystem is still indexing, SYNC plays tracks sortedalphabetically by file name in the root directory.
–If you are selecting USB as the audio source after thesystem has finished indexing, SYNC plays all trackssorted alphabetically by the title in the ID3 tagregardless of where they are located. SYNC uses thefile name if the title in the ID3 tag does not exist.
–If you are selecting the option to play all tracks fromthe browsing menu, SYNC plays all tracks sortedalphabetically by the title in the ID3 tag regardless ofwhere they are located. SYNC uses the file name if thetitle in the ID3 tag does not exist.
–If you are selecting a track when using the exploredevice option, SYNC plays tracks sorted alphabeticallyby file name in the folder you have selected. SYNCthen plays all tracks in any subfolders in the folder youhave selected.
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Phone
Possible Cause and ResolutionSymptom
During a call, I can hearexcessive background noise.–Incorrect cell phone settings.
•Check and adjust the audio settings on your cellphone. Refer to your cell phone's user manual.
During a call, I can hear theother person but theycannot hear me.
–Cell phone malfunction.
•Switch your cell phone on and off, and vehicleBluetooth® on and off and try again.
–Cell phone microphone muted.
•Unmute your cell phone microphone.
–Privacy mode is enabled.
•Switch off privacy mode.
During a call, I cannot hearthe other person and theycannot hear me.
–System restart required.
•Switch the ignition off and open the door. Closethe door and lock the vehicle. Wait until thetouchscreen is off and any illuminated USB portsare not illuminated. Unlock the vehicle, switch theignition on and try again.
I cannot download a phone-book.–Incompatible cell phone.
•Check the compatibility of your cell phone on ourwebsite.
–Incorrect cell phone settings.
•Allow the system to retrieve contacts from yourcell phone. Refer to your cell phone's user manual.
–Incorrect system settings.
•Switch automatic phonebook download on. SeeSettings (page 393).
–Cell phone malfunction.
•Switch your cell phone off and on to reset it andtry again.
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Resetting the System
1.Simultaneously press and hold theseek up and the audio unit powerbuttons until the screen goes black.
2.Wait three minutes to allow the systemto complete the reset.
3.Press the audio unit power button toswitch the system on.
Note:You can reset the system to restorefunctionality that has stopped working. Thesystem reset is designed to restorefunctionality and not delete any data thatyou have stored.
Additional Information andAssistance
For additional information and assistance,we recommend that you contact anauthorized dealer or refer to our website.
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•Links to Third Party Sites: TheSOFTWARE may provide you with theability to link to third party sites. Thethird party sites are not under thecontrol of FORD MOTOR COMPANY,its affiliates and/or its designatedagent. Neither FORD MOTORCOMPANY nor its affiliates nor itsdesignated agent are responsible for(I) the contents of any third party sites,any links contained in third party sites,or any changes or updates to thirdparty sites, or (ii) webcasting or anyother form of transmission receivedfrom any third party sites. If theSOFTWARE provides links to thirdparty sites, those links are provided toyou only as a convenience, and theinclusion of any link does not imply anendorsement of the third party site byFORD MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliatesand/or its designated agent.
•Obligation to Drive Responsibly:You recognize your obligation to driveresponsibly and keep attention on theroad. You will read and abide with theDEVICES operating instructionsparticularly as they pertain to safetyand you agree to assume any riskassociated with the use of theDEVICES.
UPGRADES AND RECOVERY MEDIA:If the SOFTWARE is provided by FORDMOTOR COMPANY separate from theDEVICES on media such as a ROM chip,CD ROM disk(s) or via web download orother means, and is labeled "For UpgradePurposes Only" or "For Recovery PurposesOnly" you may install one (1) copy of suchSOFTWARE onto the DEVICES as areplacement copy for the existingSOFTWARE, and use it in accordance withthis EULA, including any additional EULAterms accompanying the upgradeSOFTWARE.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:All title and intellectual property rights inand to the SOFTWARE (including but notlimited to any images, photographs,animations, video, audio, music, text and"applets" incorporated into theSOFTWARE), the accompanying printedmaterials, and any copies of theSOFTWARE, are owned by FORD MOTORCOMPANY, or its affiliates or suppliers. TheSOFTWARE is licensed, not sold. You maynot copy the printed materialsaccompanying the SOFTWARE. All titleand intellectual property rights in and tothe content which may be accessedthrough use of the SOFTWARE is theproperty of the respective content ownerand may be protected by applicablecopyright or other intellectual propertylaws and treaties. This EULA grants you norights to use such content outside itsintended use. All rights not specificallygranted under this EULA are reserved byFORD MOTOR COMPANY, its affiliates,and third party software and serviceproviders and suppliers. Use of any on-lineservices which may be accessed throughthe SOFTWARE may be governed by therespective terms of use relating to suchservices. If this SOFTWARE containsdocumentation that is provided only inelectronic form, you may print one copy ofsuch electronic documentation.
EXPORT RESTRICTIONS: Youacknowledge that the SOFTWARE issubject to U.S. and European Union exportjurisdiction. You agree to comply with allapplicable international and national lawsthat apply to the SOFTWARE, includingthe U.S. Export Administration Regulations,as well as end-user, end-use anddestination restrictions issued by U.S. andother governments.
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1. Safe and Lawful Use
You acknowledge that devoting attentionto the TeleNav Software may pose a riskof injury or death to you and others insituations that otherwise require yourundivided attention, and you thereforeagree to comply with the following whenusing the TeleNav Software:
(a) observe all traffic laws and otherwisedrive safely;
(b) use your own personal judgment whiledriving. If you feel that a route suggestedby the TeleNav Software instructs you toperform an unsafe or illegal maneuver,places you in an unsafe situation, or directsyou into an area that you consider to beunsafe, do not follow such instructions;
(c) do not input destinations, or otherwisemanipulate the TeleNav Software, unlessyour vehicle is stationary and parked;
(d) do not use the TeleNav Software forany illegal, unauthorized, unintended,unsafe, hazardous, or unlawful purposes,or in any manner inconsistent with thisAgreement;
(e) arrange all GPS and wireless devicesand cables necessary for use of theTeleNav Software in a secure manner inyour vehicle so that they will not interferewith your driving and will not prevent theoperation of any safety device (such as anairbag).
You agree to indemnify and hold TeleNavharmless against all claims resulting fromany dangerous or otherwise inappropriateuse of the TeleNav Software in any movingvehicle, including as a result of your failureto comply with the directions above.
2. Account Information
You agree: (a) when registering theTeleNav Software, to provide TeleNav withtrue, accurate, current, and completeinformation about yourself, and (b) toinform TeleNav promptly of any changesto such information, and to keep it true,accurate, current and complete.
3. Software License
•Subject to your compliance with theterms of this Agreement, TeleNavhereby grants to you a personal,non-exclusive, non-transferable license(except as expressly permitted belowin connection with your permanenttransfer of the TeleNav Softwarelicense), without the right tosublicense, to use the TeleNavSoftware (in object code form only) inorder to access and use the TeleNavSoftware. This license shall terminateupon any termination or expiration ofthis Agreement. You agree that you willuse the TeleNav Software only for yourpersonal business or leisure purposes,and not to provide commercialnavigation services to other parties.
3.1 License Limitations
•(a) reverse engineer, decompile,disassemble, translate, modify, alteror otherwise change the TeleNavSoftware or any part thereof; (b)attempt to derive the source code,audio library or structure of theTeleNav Software without the priorexpress written consent of TeleNav;(c) remove from the TeleNavSoftware, or alter, any of TeleNav's orits suppliers' trademarks, trade names,logos, patent or copyright notices, orother notices or markings; (d)
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Radio Frequency Statement forAudio Unit
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4WDSee: Four-Wheel Drive......................................165
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911 Assist...........................................................50
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A/CSee: Climate Control...........................................117About This Manual...........................................7ABSSee: Brakes............................................................175ABS driving hintsSee: Hints on Driving With Anti-LockBrakes.................................................................175Accessories...................................................408AccessoriesSee: Replacement PartsRecommendation............................................10ACCSee: Using Adaptive Cruise Control.............193Adjusting the Headlamps.........................278Adjusting the Steering Wheel....................72Airbag Disposal...............................................49Air ConditioningSee: Climate Control...........................................117Air FilterSee: Changing the Engine Air Filter.............267AlarmSee: Anti-Theft Alarm........................................70Ambient Lighting............................................82Anti-Theft Alarm............................................70Appendices....................................................428Apps..................................................................392At a Glance........................................................18Audible Warnings and Indicators.............95Audio Control...................................................72Audio Input Jack...........................................353Audio System................................................343General Information.........................................343Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC3.......................................................................347Audio Unit - Vehicles With: SYNC.........345
Audio Unit - Vehicles Without:SYNC.............................................................343Autolamps........................................................78Automatic Climate Control.......................118Automatic Crash Shutoff...........................241Automatic Crash ShutoffPrecautions......................................................241Re-Enabling Your Vehicle................................241What Is Automatic Crash Shutoff................241Automatic High Beam Control..................79Automatic Transmission.............................161Automatic Transmission FluidCheck.............................................................273Auto-Start-Stop...........................................148Autowipers........................................................75Auxiliary Power Points................................138Auxiliary Switches......................................409
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BatterySee: Changing the 12V Battery......................275Battery ChargingSee: Charging the 12V Battery.......................274Blind Spot Information System.............206BLISSee: Blind Spot Information System.........206Bonnet LockSee: Opening and Closing the Hood..........264Booster Seats..................................................29Brake Fluid Check.........................................273Brakes................................................................175General Information...........................................175Breaking-In......................................................231Bulb Specification Chart...........................335
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Cabin Air Filter................................................122Canceling the Set Speed...........................184Capacities and Specifications................329Cargo Lamps....................................................82Car WashSee: Cleaning the Exterior..............................285Catalytic Converter......................................158Center Console.............................................140Changing a Bulb...........................................279Changing a Fuse...........................................261
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