USB port FORD TRANSIT 2018 Owners Manual

Using Snow Chains
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..........
287
Changing a Road Wheel ..........................
292
Technical Specifications ..........................
303
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel ............................................
305
Engine Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™ .......................................................................
306
Engine Specifications - 3.7L ....................
307
Motorcraft Parts - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel ..........................................................
308
Motorcraft Parts - 3.5L Ecoboost™ .....
308
Motorcraft Parts - 3.7L ..............................
310
Vehicle Identification Number .................
311
Vehicle Certification Label .......................
312
Transmission Code Designation ............
312
Capacities and Specifications - 3.2L Power Stroke Diesel ................................
313
Capacities and Specifications - 3.5L Ecoboost™ ................................................
316
Capacities and Specifications - 3.7L ........................................................................\
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Audio System
General Information ..................................
326
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC/Satellite Radio ............................
327
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: Premium AM/ FM/CD ........................................................
329
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/CD/ SYNC ............................................................
331
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM/USB Port/Bluetooth ........................................
333
Audio Unit - Vehicles With: AM/FM ......
339
Digital Radio .................................................
342
Satellite Radio .............................................
344
Audio Input Jack ..........................................
347
USB Port .........................................................
347
Media Hub .....................................................
348SYNC™
General Information
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349
Using Voice Recognition ...........................
351
Using SYNC™ With Your Phone ...........
353
SYNC™ Applications and Services ......
365
Using SYNC™ With Your Media Player ........................................................................\
370
SYNC™ Troubleshooting .........................
379
SYNC™ 3
General Information ..................................
387
Home Screen ...............................................
396
Using Voice Recognition ..........................
396
Entertainment .............................................
402
Phone ...............................................................
412
Navigation .......................................................
417
Apps ................................................................
425
Settings ..........................................................
428
SYNC™ 3 Troubleshooting .....................
442
Accessories
Accessories ...................................................
454
Auxiliary Switches ......................................
455
Ford Protect
Ford Protect ..................................................
457
Scheduled Maintenance
General Maintenance Information ......
459
Normal Scheduled Maintenance .........
462
Special Operating Conditions Scheduled Maintenance ............................................
464
Scheduled Maintenance Record ..........
466
Appendices
Electromagnetic Compatibility ..............
477
End User License Agreement .................
479
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AUDIO UNIT - VEHICLES WITH:
AM/FM/USB PORT/
BLUETOOTH
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.
Display:
Shows the status of
the current mode selected.
A
USB socket: Insert to play audio
from a compatible external
device or memory stick.
B SOUND: Press the button to
adjust the sound settings for
bass, treble, balance and fade.
C
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Note:
The system is only designed to
recognize and read suitable audio files from
a USB device that conforms to the USB
Mass-Storage device class or an iPod. Not
all available USB devices can be guaranteed
to function with the system.
Note: It is possible to connect compatible
devices with a trailing USB lead as well as
those that plug into the USB socket directly
(for example USB memory sticks and pen
drives).
Note: Some USB devices with a higher
power consumption may not be compatible
(for example some larger hard drives).
Note: Access time to read the files on the
external device will vary depending upon
factors such as the file structure, size and
device content.
The audio unit supports a range of external
devices. Once connected, control of the
external device is possible via the audio
unit.
Operating the USB Device
Note: USB playback will start automatically
when you connect a compatible device. To
turn this feature off, select AUTOPL and
then select OFF using the menu function.
Connect the device to the audio unit.
Select the USB device as the audio source
by pressing the
MEDIA button until the
USB screen appears in the display. After
first connecting the USB device, the first
track within the first folder will start to play
automatically. Following audio source
switching, the position of playback on the
USB device is remembered.
Press the seek up and down keys to skip
backward and forward through tracks.
Press and hold to fast forward and reverse
through the track.
iPod
Connect the iPod to the audio unit. Select the iPod as the audio source by
pressing the
MEDIA button until IPOD
appears in the display. After first
connecting the iPod, the first track within
the first folder will start to play
automatically. Following audio source
switching, the position of playback on the
iPod is remembered.
Press the seek up and down keys to skip
backward and forward through tracks.
Press and hold the seek keys to enable fast
rewind or fast forward through track
content.
Various functions may be controlled from
the audio unit including:
• Next and previous track select.
• Track seek.
• Shuffle.
• Repeat.
Bluetooth Audio Streaming
Note: Make sure the device is paired before
using this feature.
Compatible Bluetooth devices can be
connected to the audio unit to playback
using the vehicle audio system.
Select the device as the audio source by
pressing the
MEDIA button until BT
AUDIO appears in the display.
The device playback can be controlled
using the audio unit buttons play, pause,
next and previous track.
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Setting 24 Hour or 12 Hour Display
Press the Menu button until the following message is displayed.
Action and Description
Message
Use the cursor up or down arrow buttons to select one of the
following:
24 Hour
12 Hour
24 Hour
Note: The default setting is 24 hour.
Station Tuning Buttons
Seek Tuning
Select a frequency band and briefly press
one of the seek buttons. The unit will stop
at the first station it finds in the direction
you have chosen.
Manual Tuning
Use the cursor up or down arrow buttons
to tune up or down the frequency band in
small increments. To increment quickly,
press and hold until you find a station you
want to listen to.
Station Preset Buttons
This feature allows you to store your
favorite stations. They can be recalled by
selecting the appropriate frequency band
and pressing one of the preset buttons.
1. Select a frequency band.
2. Tune to the station required.
3. Press and hold one of the preset buttons. The audio unit will also mute
momentarily as confirmation.
You can repeat this on each frequency
band and for each preset button. Menu Button
This allows you to adjust all of the audio
system settings. Press the button
repeatedly until the required setting is
displayed. Use the cursor up or down arrow
buttons to adjust the following settings:
•
Clock hour.
• Clock minutes.
• 24 hour, 12 hour.
• Bass.
• Treble.
• Balance.
• Fade.
• RDS.
Sound Button
This allows you to adjust the sound
settings for bass, treble, balance or fade.
1. Press the sound button until the required setting is displayed.
2. Use the cursor up or down arrow buttons to select the required level.
Note: Fade settings are only adjustable if
there are speakers in the rear of your vehicle.
AUX Button
Connect your media device to the audio
unit. See
USB Port (page 347).
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AUDIO INPUT JACK (If Equipped)
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. WARNING:
For safety reasons, do
not connect or adjust the settings on your
portable music player while your vehicle is
moving. WARNING: Store the portable music
player in a secure location when your
vehicle is moving, for example the glove
compartment. Hard objects may become
projectiles in a crash or sudden stop, which
may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio input jack allows you to connect
and play music from a portable music
player through your vehicle speakers. You
can use any portable music player
designed for use with headphones. The
audio extension cable must have a
0.14 in
(3.5 mm) male connector at each end. The
audio extension cable must be long
enough to allow the portable music player
to be safely stored while your vehicle is
moving.
1. Make sure your vehicle is stationary with the audio unit and the portable
music player switched off.
2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the audio
input jack.
3. Switch the audio unit on. Select either a tuned FM station or a CD.
4. Adjust the volume as desired.
5. Switch the portable music player on and adjust the volume to half its
maximum level.
6. Press the
AUX button on the audio
unit. You should hear music from the
portable music player even if it is low.
7. Adjust the volume on the portable music player as desired. Do this by
switching back and forth between the
AUX and FM or CD controls.
USB PORT 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
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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.
WARNING: For safety reasons, do
not connect or adjust the settings on your
device while your vehicle is moving. WARNING:
Store all devices in a
secure location when your vehicle is
moving, for example the glove
compartment. Hard objects may become
projectiles in a crash or sudden stop, which
may increase the risk of serious injury. The USB port allows you to plug in media
playing devices, memory sticks and charge
devices (if supported). See
General
Information (page 349). The extension
cable must be long enough to allow the
device to be safely stored while your
vehicle is moving.
MEDIA HUB
(If Equipped)
The media hub is located in the center
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GENERAL INFORMATION
SYNC is an in-vehicle communications
system that works with your
Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone and
portable media player.
This allows you to:
•
Make and receive calls.
• Access and play music from your
portable music player.
• Use 911 Assist and applications, via
SYNC Applink . *
• Access phonebook contacts and music
using voice commands.
• Stream music from your connected
phone.
• Text message. •
Use the advanced voice recognition
system.
• Charge your USB device (if your device
supports this).
* These features are not available in all
markets and may require activation.
Available AppLink enabled apps vary by
market.
Make sure that you review your device's
manual before using it with SYNC.
Support
The SYNC support team is available to
help you with any questions you cannot
answer on your own.
Monday-Saturday, 8:30am-9:00pm EST.
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911 Assist Privacy Notice
When you switch on 911 Assist, it may
disclose to emergency services that your
vehicle has been in a crash involving the
deployment of an airbag or activation of
the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or
updates to 911 Assist may also be capable
of electronically or verbally disclosing to
911 operators your vehicle location or other
details about your vehicle or crash to assist
911 operators to provide the most
appropriate emergency services. If you do
not want to disclose this information, do
not switch the feature on.
SYNC Mobile Apps
The system enables voice and steering
wheel control of SYNC AppLink enabled
smartphone apps. When an app is running
through AppLink, you can control main
features of the app through voice
commands and steering wheel controls.
Note:
You must pair and connect your
smartphone to SYNC to access AppLink.
Note: iPhone users need to connect the
phone to the USB port.
Note: Android users need to connect the
phone to SYNC using Bluetooth.
Note: For information on available apps,
supported smartphone devices and
troubleshooting tips please visit the Ford
website.
Availability of SYNC AppLink enabled Apps
will vary by region. Note:
Make sure you have an active account
for the app that you have downloaded.
Some apps work automatically with no
setup. Other apps want you to configure
your personal settings and personalize your
experience by creating stations or favorites.
We recommend you do this at home or
outside of your vehicle.
Note: AppLink is not available if your
vehicle is equipped with the MyFordTouch
system.
To Access Using the SYNC Menu
Press the MENU button to access the
menu on-screen. Then select: Action and Description
Menu
Item
SYNC-Apps Scroll through the list of
available applications and
select a particular app or
select:
Mobile
Apps
Find New Apps
Note: If you cannot find a compatible SYNC
AppLink app, make sure the required app is
running on the mobile device.
Accessing an App's Menu
When an app is running through SYNC,
press the right arrow button on the steering
wheel control to access the app menu.
You can access various app features from
here, for example thumbs up and thumbs
down.
Press the left arrow button on the steering
wheel control to exit the app menu.
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There are three possible statuses:
Action and Description
Menu Item
The system has detected a new apprequiring authorization or a general permissions update is required.
Update Needed
No update is required.
Up-To-Date
The system is trying to receive an update.
Updating...
Update settings Action and Description
Menu Item
Select this option from the settings menuto manually preform a needed update.
Request Update
Select this option from the settings menuto disable automatic updates.
Disable Updates
Doing so also disables the use of MobileApps on SYNC.
USING SYNC™ WITH YOUR
MEDIA PLAYER
You can access and play music from your
digital music player over your vehicle's
speaker system using the system's media
menu or voice commands. You can also
sort and play your music by specific
categories, such as artist and album.
Note: The system is capable of indexing up
to 15,000 songs.
SYNC is capable of hosting nearly any
digital media player including: iPod, Zune,
plays from device players, and most USB
drives. SYNC also supports audio formats,
such as MP3, WMA, WAV and ACC. Confirm that the USB device has been
formatted correctly and has the following
specifications:
•
USB 2.0.
• File format must be FAT16/32.
The format of the audio files on the USB
device must be:
• MP3.
• Non DRM protected WMA.
• WAV.
• AAC.
Connecting Your Digital Media
Player to the USB Port
Note: If your digital media player has a
power switch, make sure you switch it on
before plugging it in.
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To Connect Using Voice Commands
Plug the device into one of the vehicle's
USB ports.
Press the voice button and when
prompted, say:
Action and Descrip-
tion
Voice Command
You can now play
music by saying any
of the appropriate
voice commands.
See the media
voice commands.
(USB [stick] | iPod
| MP3 [player])
Words in brackets [ ] are optional and do
not have to be spoken for the system to
understand the command. For example,
for where (USB [stick] | iPOD | MP3
[player]) appears, you can say USB or USB
stick. To Connect Using the System Menu
1.
Plug the device into one of the vehicle's
USB ports.
2. Press the MEDIA button and select
either USB 1 or USB 2 from the media
source list in the audio display.
To view USB content select: Description and Action
Message
Depending on how many media files are on your connected
device, an indexing message may appear in the display. When
indexing is complete, the selected source starts to playback
audio automatically.
Browse USB
You can browse the files on the USB
device in categories. Select
BROWSE
from the buttons at the bottom of the
audio display and choose from the
following: Message
Play all
Playlists
Songs
Artists Message
Albums
Genres
Browse USB
Reset USB
Media Voice Commands Press the voice button and when
prompted say:
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