FORD TRANSIT 2016 5.G Quick Reference Guide
Manufacturer: FORD, Model Year: 2016, Model line: TRANSIT, Model: FORD TRANSIT 2016 5.GPages: 8, PDF Size: 11.99 MB
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2016 TRANSIT
GK3J 19G217 AA
owner.ford.com  (U . S .) ford.ca (C a n a d a)
United States  
Ford Customer Relationship Center
1-800-392-3673 (FORD) 
(TDD for the hearing impaired:  
1-800-232-5952)
owner.ford.com
Canada 
Ford Customer Relationship Centre 
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
ford.ca
This Quick Reference Guide is not intended to 
replace your vehicle Owner’s Manual which 
contains more detailed information concerning  
the features of your vehicle, as well as important 
safety warnings designed to help reduce the risk  
of injury to you and your passengers. Please read 
your entire Owner’s Manual carefully as you begin 
learning about your new vehicle and refer to the 
appropriate chapters when questions arise. All 
information contained in this Quick Reference 
Guide was accurate at the time of duplication.  
We reserve the right to change features, operation 
and/or functionality of any vehicle specification  
at any time. Your Ford dealer is the best source  
for the most current information. For detailed 
operating and safety information, please consult 
your Owner’s Manual.
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.
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.
July 2015
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APPS*•   List mobile apps
•  Find new apps
*if equipped
TABLE  OF CONTENTS
BASIC COMMANDS• Main menu
•   Go back
•   Cancel
•   List of commands
•   Next page
•   Previous page
•   HelpPHONE•  Phone list of commands
•   Pair phone
•     Call 
•   Dial 
•     Listen to text message 
AUDIO•  Audio list of commands
•   AM <530-1710>
•   FM <87.9-107.9>
•   SiriusXM <0-233>
•   
•   Bluetooth audio
•   USB
•   CD*NAVIGATION*• Navigation list of commands
•     Destination 
•   Find 
•     Show 
•   Where am I?
•     SiriusXM Traffic and Travel Link list  
of commands
  -  Show 
  - Help
Touch the voice button  on the steering wheel and then say:
Some ser vices may not be available in your area. 
See your SYNC Supplement,  visit the website 
or call the toll-free number for more information. For U.S. customers: Visit owner.ford.com
 or 
call 1-800-392-367 3  (select Option 1 or 2 for 
language, then Option 3).  For Canadian customers: Visit SyncMyRide.ca
 
or call 1-800-565 -367 3  (select Option 1 or 2 for 
language, then Option 3).
COMMONLY USED SYNC® 3* VOICE COMMANDS
  INSTRUMENT PANEL  4�5
 SYNC 67
  SYNC 3 8�10
 COMFORT 11
 CONVENIENCE  12
 FUNCTION 13
  ESSENTIAL FEATURES  14�15       
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1     HOOD RELEASE LEVER 
      Pull the lever, located under the bottle holder, to 
release the hood.
2  CRUISE  CONTROL 
    To Set a Cruise Control Speed
    A.   Press  the  ON control and release.
    B.  Drive to the desired speed.
    C.   Press and release SET+ . Take your foot off the 
accelerator pedal. 
      After you set your speed, you can press and hold 
SET+  or SET–  to adjust cruise speed. Release the 
control when you reach the desired speed. To 
cancel the set speed, pull CAN  toward you and 
release or tap the brake pedal. To switch cruise 
control off, press OFF or switch the ignition off.
3  AUTOLAMPS* 
     Allows your headlamps to turn on and off 
automatically in low-light situations or during 
inclement weather. Your headlamps remain on 
for a period of time after you switch off the 
ignition. You can adjust the time delay using   
the information display controls. 
      NOTE  It may be necessary to switch  
your headlamps on manually in severe  
weather conditions.
4   INFORMATION  DISPLAY* 
      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    SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT 
     Lights briefly when you switch on the ignition. If it remains on or is blinking after you 
start the engine, the On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II) system has detected a malfunction. 
Drive in a moderate fashion and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 
6    AUTOWIPERS*
      The wipers will function when the rain sensor detects moisture on the   
windshield. Use the rotary control to adjust the sensitivity. 
      With low sensitivity, the wipers will operate when the sensor detects a large amount of 
moisture on the windshield. 
      With high sensitivity, the wipers will operate when the sensor detects a small amount of 
moisture on the windshield.
7    MEDIA STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS*
       (Volume): Press (+ ) to increase or (–) decrease volume levels.
   Press 
 to access voice recognition.
     Press   
 to access phone mode or to answer a call.
   Press 
 to exit phone mode or end a call.
     Press 
  to access the next/previous radio station, CD track* or preset satellite 
radio channel*.
*if equipped
*if equipped
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INSTRUMENT  PANEL
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GETTING STARTED WITH 
YOUR SYNC SYSTEM
SYNC is a hands-free, voice 
recognition system used for 
entertainment, information  
and communication.
 
Before You Get Started
 1.    Set up your owner account   
at  owner.ford.com  (U.S.) or 
SyncMyRide.ca  (Canada).  
Register by following the on-screen 
instructions. After registering, 
you can receive the latest system 
software updates and choose how 
you want to receive them: via your 
personal computer or device, or 
through the SYNC 3 system.  
2.    SYNC uses a wireless connection 
called 
 Bluetooth® to communicate 
with your phone. Switch on 
Bluetooth mode in your phone’s 
menu options. This lets your phone 
find SYNC. If you need more details 
on setting up your phone with SYNC, 
visit the website or your phone 
manufacturer’s website.  Pairing Your Phone with SYNC 
In order to use the many features of 
SYNC, such as making a phone call or 
receiving a text, you must first connect 
 
or pair your phone with SYNC.
To Pair Your Phone for the First Time
  1.     Make sure that your vehicle is in 
park (P), switch on your ignition 
and radio, and that your phone is in 
Bluetooth mode. 
  2.   Press  the  phone button 
. When 
the display indicates No Phone 
Found, press OK.
  3.   When  Add Bluetooth Device?  
appears in the display, press OK. 
  4.    When  Find SYNC appears in the 
display, press OK. When prompted 
on your phone’s display, enter   
the PIN provided by SYNC into   
your phone.
  5.   The display indicates when the 
pairing is successful.
USING YOUR PHONE WITH SYNC 
 NOTE  You must download your phone book to make phone calls with voice 
commands by name.
Making a Phone Call 
Use SYNC to make a phone call to anyone in your phone book by pressing the voice  
button 
 and when prompted, say any of the following voice commands: 
  Call 
  Call 
  Call 
  Call 
For example, you could say Call Jake Smith at home. SYNC repeats the command 
back to you and dials the number.
 NOTE  You can also make phone calls by giving the voice command Dial, then 
verbally saying the phone number.
Answering Incoming Calls
Whenever you have an incoming call, 
you will be able to see the name and 
number of the person calling in your 
display. Press the phone button
 to 
answer an incoming call. You can hang 
up at any time by pressing the phone  
button 
.
Do Not Disturb Mode 
This feature blocks incoming calls and 
text messages and saves them for later. 
You still have access to outgoing calls 
when this feature is active. Say the voice 
command  Do not disturb on to enable 
and  Do not disturb off to disable.
 NOTE  You can choose from privacy 
mode (listen and talk only by phone) or 
open mode (listen/talk by   
the vehicle speakers) via the display.
 NOTE  The system may prompt you to:
  »    Set your phone as the primary/
favorite (the primary phone will 
receive messages and voicemail).
  »    Download your phone book   
(a requirement to use the full set   
of voice commands).
  »  Switch on 911 Assist
®.
Tips
  »    Make sure you accept the request 
from SYNC to access your phone.
  »    To pair subsequent phones, please 
refer to Pairing Subsequent Phones  
in the SYNC  chapter of your 
Owner’s Manual.
  »    If you experience pairing problems, 
follow these steps to perform a 
clean pairing process: 
   1.     Delete your phone from SYNC. 
   2.   Delete the SYNC connection 
from your phone. 
   3.   Repeat  the  Pairing Your Phone 
with SYNC process.
SYNC®*        
*if equipped  
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*if equipped
Use the touchscreen to explore and interact with your vehicle. The touchscreen works 
the same way traditional controls, knobs and buttons do. Press the various areas on your 
touchscreen to personalize the many features and settings of your vehicle all in one place.  
The system provides easy interaction with your audio, climate, phone, navigation*, mobile  
apps and settings.
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED
  »    Pair your phone to SYNC (see Getting Started with 
Your SYNC System in this guide for instructions).
  »    The touchscreen is sensitive, so make sure you 
press the desired icon accurately and firmly. 
  »    If you press the wrong icon and enter the wrong 
screen, you can always press the home icon 
 to 
access your home screen.
PHONE 
Voice-control your phone for hands-free 
calling with your phone securely put away. 
With SYNC, you won’t even need to know 
the phone number. Just say the name of 
the person you want from your contacts. 
Your phone connects you with 
many other features: 
  »    Listen to text messages   
(phone-dependent feature)
   »    Transfer calls seamlessly from 
SYNC to phone as you get 
in or out of your vehicle. Set a Destination 
 
»    Press  Destination on your 
touchscreen and then press Search . 
Enter a street address, intersection, 
city or a point of interest (POI).
  »     You can also use voice 
commands. Say “Find a point 
of interest” and then select a 
category, such as hotels, gas 
stations, ATMs or restaurants. 
  »     After you choose your destination, 
press  Start Route. The system 
uses a variety of screens 
and visible prompts to guide 
you to your destination.
  »     The navigation map shows 
your estimated time of arrival, 
remaining travel time and the 
distance to your destination.
NAVIGATION*
Press the navigation* icon to set your 
destination. Select one of two ways to 
find your destination:
 »     Destination mode lets you key 
in a specific address or use a 
variety of search methods to 
locate where you want to go.
  »    Map mode shows advanced viewing 
of 2-D city maps, 3-D landmarks and 
3-D city models (when available).
See your SYNC Supplement for details.
SYNC®  3*          
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APPS 
Stream Your Apps
This system supports the use of 
certain apps such as Pandora
® 
or iHeartRadio through a USB or 
Bluetooth-enabled devices. 
Each app gives you different onscreen 
options depending on the app’s content. 
For more information, see your   
SYNC Supplement, visit the website   
at  owner.ford.com (U.S.) or   
SyncMyRide.ca (Canada), or call 
the toll-free number (listed on the 
inside front cover of this guide). 
AUDIO 
No matter how you store your music, 
SYNC makes it yours to enjoy when 
you’re behind the wheel. Just press the 
audio icon. From here, you can easily go 
between AM, FM, SiriusXM and other 
media sources.  Set Your Radio Presets
 
»     Tune to the station and then press 
and hold one of the memory preset 
buttons. The audio mutes briefly 
while the system saves the station, 
and then the audio returns.
  »    You have two preset banks for AM 
and three banks for FM. To access 
all of your presets, tap the preset 
button. The indicator on the button 
shows which preset bank you are 
currently viewing. 
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 
SOURCE and then choose USB. Wait   
for the system to finish indexing your 
music to begin listening. You can even 
create random playlists by using the 
Shuffle button.
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TILT/TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL
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. 
POWER LUMBAR CONTROL*
Use the button on the outboard side of the driver seat to 
adjust the lumbar support.
ACCESSORY DELAY
You can use the power window control for several minutes 
after you switch the ignition off or until you open any door.
AUTOMATIC LOCKING
Your vehicle has the capability for the doors to lock 
automatically when you exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). You can 
switch this function ON in the information display. After 
switching this feature on, you can use either the interior door 
unlock button or switch the ignition off and use the key or 
remote control to unlock the rear or sliding door. 
REAR CLIMATE CONTROLS*
Located in the overhead 
console, the separate rear 
climate controls adjust fan 
speed, temperature and air 
direction independently from 
the front controls.  
STORAGE COMPARTMENTS
Transit includes a variety of storage areas specifically   
designed to organize smaller items: 
  »    The overhead console*, located near the map light controls.
  »    The bottle holder built into the sides of the instrument panel.
  »    The front door storage compartment works a   
lot like a glovebox. 
  »    The overhead parcel shelf* lets you store lighter items.
  »    The space under the center cupholders keeps frequently 
accessed items within easy reach. 
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SYNC® 3*  (cont.)COMFORT
*if equipped       
*if equipped  
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PARKING AID*
The system sounds an audible warning 
tone when objects are near the vehicle’s 
rear bumper. As the vehicle moves 
closer to the obstacle, the rate of the 
warning tone increases in frequency. 
 »    The reverse sensors activate 
automatically when the vehicle 
is in reverse (R) and the vehicle 
speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less. 
  »    The system detects objects up to 
72 inches (183 centimeters) away. 
  »   See  the  Parking Aids chapter 
in your Owner’s Manual for 
complete information on your 
vehicle’s sensing systems.
REAR VIEW CAMERA*
The feature provides a video image 
of the area behind the vehicle.  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. 
LANE KEEPING ALERT*
The system automatically detects and 
tracks the lane markings on the road using 
a sensor located behind the interior mirror. 
If the system detects that your vehicle is 
unintentionally drifting toward the lane 
markings, a warning shows in the information 
display. The steering wheel also vibrates.
Switch the system on and off using the  
button on the direction indicator stalk.  
Press the button twice to switch the system on.  
Press the button once to switch the system off.
BATTERY LOCATION
The battery is inside your vehicle under the 
driver’s seat. See the Maintenance chapter of 
your Owner’s Manual for details. 
AUXILIARY AND AC POWER POINTS*
Auxiliary power points 
provide 12-volt DC, 180-watt capacity 
that allow you to power smaller electrical devices. 
Locations throughout your vehicle include:
  »    On the instrument panel.
  »  Inside the cargo area.
The AC power point  provides 110 volts or up to 150 watts of 
power. The outlet resembles a typical household wall plug. You 
can find it under the parking brake lever, near the driver’s seat.
For complete details, see the Auxiliary Power Points chapter   
in your Owner’s Manual. 
 NOTE  Do not keep electrical devices or adapters plugged in   
to the auxiliary or AC power points when not in use. Always   
run the engine for full use of the auxiliary power points or the 
AC power point. 
UPFITTER CONVERSION POINTS*
You can add trade-specific load carrying packages that are 
designed to fit your vehicle. Special connection points on the 
inside of the cargo area and on the roof allow you to attach a 
variety of bins and roof racks without permanent modifications.
USB PORTS*
Use the USB ports, located 
in the instrument panel, 
to access and listen to 
audio from your portable 
device through your 
vehicle’s audio system.
REAR CARGO 
DOORS*
After opening the rear 
cargo doors, pull the inner 
handle to release the hinge 
lock. This allows you to 
open the doors wider. 
 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.
CONVENIENCE FUNCTION       
*if equipped*if equipped  
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FUEL TANK CAPACITY/ 
FUEL INFO
Your vehicle has a 25.1 gallon (95L) 
fuel tank capacity. Depending on your 
vehicle, your fuel requirements vary 
based on engine configuration. Refer 
to the Capacities and Specifications  
section in your Owner’s Manual for   
more details.
Flex fuel vehicles have a yellow ring 
around the top of the fuel filler inlet 
(tube) and can use either regular 
unleaded fuel or E85 ethanol fuel.
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 (18.9 liters) 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, it is 
recommended to fill the fuel tank with 
regular unleaded gasoline at each 
scheduled oil change. If you do not have a flex fuel vehicle, 
then use only “Regular” unleaded 
gasoline with a minimum octane rating 
of 87. To provide improved performance 
for severe duty usage, such as during 
trailer towing, we recommend premium 
fuel. Do not use E85 fuels, because your 
vehicle was not designed to run on fuels 
with more than 15% ethanol. 
LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE 
 
AND TOOLS 
The jack is under the passenger seat. 
The jack handle and lug wrench are 
behind a cover in the sidewall of the 
front passenger step. Your spare wheel 
and tire are under the vehicle. The spare 
tire is designed for emergency use only 
and should be replaced as soon as 
possible. For complete details, refer to 
the  Wheels and Tires chapter of your 
Owner’s Manual.TIRE PRESSURE 
MONITORING SYSTEM 
Your vehicle displays a low tire pressure 
warning light 
 in your information 
display 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.
DIESEL FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS* 
Ford recommends that you use only the diesel fuels that 
meet either the ASTM D975 diesel or the ASTM D7467 
B6-B20 biodiesel industry specifications. Diesel fuel is 
adjusted seasonally for colder temperatures. For best 
results, it is recommended to use a diesel fuel that has 
been seasonally adjusted for the weather.
DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER SYSTEM* 
The system helps reduce carbon emissions, and 
requires the completion of periodic drives to clean it. 
The information display will prompt you to complete an 
operator commanded regeneration procedure. Failure to 
comply with the required cleaning procedure maintenance 
can result in damage to the diesel particulate filter system 
that may not be covered under your warranty. See your 
Owner’s Manual for more information.
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.
ESSENTIAL  FEATURES
DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID LEVEL* 
To help reduce emission levels from the exhaust of the diesel engine, your vehicle is equipped with a selective catalytic 
reduction system that relies upon diesel exhaust fluid to operate properly. The selective catalytic reduction system 
automatically injects diesel exhaust fluid into the exhaust system to enable proper selective catalytic reduction system 
function. Make sure that you check your vehicle’s diesel exhaust fluid level during the oil change service interval, but 
certain conditions or driving styles, such as trailer towing or fast rates of acceleration, will require the refilling of the diesel 
exhaust fluid tank more often. See the Fuel and Refueling chapter in your Owner’s Manual for more information.     
*if equipped