phone LINCOLN CONTINENTAL 2018 Service Manual

Smartphone Connectivity (If Equipped)
SYNC 3 allows you to use Apple CarPlay andAndroid Auto to access your phone.
When you use Apple CarPlay or AndroidAuto, you can:
•Make calls.
•Send and receive messages.
•Listen to music.
•Use your phone's voice assistant.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto disablesome SYNC 3 features.
Most Apple CarPlay and Android Autofeatures use mobile data.
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay requires an iPhone 5 or newerwith iOS 7.1 or newer. Updating to the latestiOS version is recommended.
1. Plug your phone into a USB port. SeeUSB Port (page 412).
2. Follow the prompts on the touchscreen.
3. Follow the prompts that appear on yourphone to allow access to Apple CarPlay.
After completing the setup, your phoneconnects to Apple CarPlay automaticallywhen plugged into a USB port.
To disable this feature from the Settingsscreen, select:
Menu Item
Apple CarPlay Preferences
Your device is listed if SYNC detects AppleCarPlay. Select the name of your device.
Switch Apple CarPlay off.
To return to SYNC 3, go to the Apple CarPlayhome screen and select the SYNC app.
Note:Contact Apple for Apple CarPlaysupport.
Android Auto
Android Auto is compatible with mostdevices with Android 5.0 or newer.
1.Download the Android Auto app to yourdevice from Google Play to prepare yourdevice (this may require mobile datausage).
Note:The Android Auto App may not beavailable within your current market.
2. Plug your device into a USB Port. SeeUSB Port (page 412).
3. Follow the prompt on the touchscreen.
4. Follow the prompts that appear on yourdevice.
Note:You may be prompted to updateadditional apps on your device. This mayrequire mobile data usage.
To disable this feature from the Settingsscreen, select:
Menu Item
Android Auto Preferences
Your device is listed if SYNC detectsAndroid Auto. Select the name of yourdevice.
Switch Android Auto off.
Note:You may need to slide your Settingsscreen to the left to select Apple CarPlayPreferences or Android Auto Preferences.
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The waypoint list then appears and you are able to re-order all of yourwaypoints by selecting the menu icon on the right hand side of thelocation. You can select up to five waypoints.
Add Waypoint
Optimize OrderYou can also have the system set the order for you by pressing:
GoTo return to your route, press:
SYNC AppLink
The AppLink app allows you to use someSYNC 3 navigation features on your phone.
First Mile Navigation
When you switch your ignition off, thelocation of your vehicle is recorded and sentto your SYNC AppLink app. The location ofyour vehicle can be viewed within the app.You can also view walking directions to yourvehicle.
Last Mile Navigation
When you park near your destination, thesystem provides walking directions to yourdestination.
POI Search
Your paired phone can be used to accessadditional points of interest (POI). Thesepoints of interest can only be access whenyour phone is paired.
Send To Car
You can send destinations to your navigationsystem using a computer or phone usingAppLink.
cityseeker (If Equipped)
Note:cityseeker point of interest (POI)information is limited to approximately 1,110cities (1,049 in the United States, 36 inCanada and 15 in Mexico).
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cityseeker, when available, is a service thatprovides more information about certainpoints of interest such as restaurants, hotelsand attractions.
When you have selected a point of interest,the location and information appear, such asaddress, phone number and a star rating.
Press More Information to see a photo, areview, 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, average cost,review, handicap access, hours of operation,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 of operationand 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 activate andsubscribe to receive SiriusXM Traffic andTravel Link information. It helps you locatethe best gas prices, find movie listings, getcurrent traffic alerts, view the weather map,get accurate ski conditions and see currentsports scores. See Apps (page 477).
The system calculates a reasonable efficientroute based on available speed limits, traffic,and road conditions. You may know a localshort cut that is more efficient at a given timethan the route provided by SYNC 3, but youshould expect a slight difference in minutesor miles with the SYNC 3 route.
Navigation Map Updates
Annual navigation map updates are availablefor purchase through your dealership, bycalling 1-866-462-8837 in the United Statesand Canada or 01-800-557-5539 in Mexico.You can also visit:
Website
www.navigation.com/sync
You need to specify the make and model ofyour vehicle to determine if there is anupdate available.
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HERE is the digital map provider for thenavigation application. If you find map dataerrors, you may report them directly to HEREby going to www.here.com/mapcreator.HERE evaluates all reported map errors andresponds with the result of their investigationby e-mail.
Map coverage includes the USA (includingPuerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands),Canada and Mexico.
APPS
The system enables voice, steering wheel,and touch screen control of SYNC 3 AppLinkenabled smartphone apps. When an app isrunning through AppLink, you can controlmain features of the app through voicecommands and steering wheel controls.
Note:Available AppLink enabled apps willvary by market.
Note:You must pair and connect yoursmartphone via Bluetooth to SYNC 3 toaccess AppLink.
Note:iPhone users need to connect thephone to the USB port.
Note:For information on available apps,supported smartphone devices andtroubleshooting tips please visit:
Websites
owner.lincoln.comwww.syncmyride.cawww.syncmaroute.ca
Note:Make sure you have an active accountfor the app that you have downloaded. Someapps will work with no setup. Other apps willwant you to configure your personal settingsand personalize your experience by creatingstations or favorites. We recommend you dothis at home or outside of your vehicle.
Note:We encourage you to review thesmartphone app’s terms of service andprivacy policies because Lincoln is notresponsible for your app or its use of data.
Note:AppLink is a native SYNC systemfeature. Accessing mobile apps throughAppLink is only possible when Android Autoor Apple CarPlay are disabled. Some appsmay only be accessible in the car throughAppLink and others only through AndroidAuto or Apple CarPlay. Please refer to theSmartphone Connectivity information todisable Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
Note:In order to use an app with SYNC 3,the app needs to be running in thebackground of your phone. If you shut downthe app on your phone, it shuts down theapp on SYNC 3 as well.
Note:If a SYNC 3 AppLink compatible appis not shown in the Apps Domain, make surethe required app is running on the mobiledevice.
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Select how time displays.Clock Format
When active, the clock adjusts to time zone changes.Auto Time Zone UpdateThis feature is only available in vehicles with navigation.
When selected, the vehicle clock resets to GPS satellite time.Reset Clock to GPS Time
The system automatically saves any updatesyou make to the settings.
Bluetooth
Pressing this button allows you to access thefollowing:
ActionMenu Item
OnBluetooth
Off
You must activate Bluetooth to pair aBluetooth enabled device.
The processes of pairing a Bluetooth deviceis the same as pairing a phone. See Pairinga Device in Phone settings for how to pair adevice and the available options.
Phone
Pair your Bluetooth enabled phone with thesystem before using the functions inhands-free mode.
Switch on Bluetooth on your device to beginpairing. See your phone’s manual ifnecessary.
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To add a phone, select:
Menu Item
Add Phone
1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. A prompt alerts you to search for thesystem on your phone.
3.Select your vehicle's make and model asit displays on your phone.
4. Confirm that the six-digit numberappearing on your phone matches thesix-digit number on the touchscreen.
5. The touchscreen indicates when thepairing is successful.
6. Your phone may prompt you to give thesystem permission to access information.To check your phone’s compatibility, seeyour phone’s manual or visit the website.
Alternatively, to add a phone, select:
Menu Item
Add Phone
Then select:
Discover Other Bluetooth Devices
1. Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Select your phone's name when itappears on the touchscreen.
3. Confirm that the six-digit numberappearing on your phone matches thesix-digit number on the touchscreen.
4. The touchscreen indicates when thepairing is successful.
5. Your phone may prompt you to give thesystem permission to access information.To check your phone’s compatibility, seeyour phone’s manual or visit the website.
Other features, such as text messaging usingBluetooth and automatic phonebookdownload, are phone-dependent features.
Once you have paired a device you canadjust the following options.
To check your phone’s compatibility, seeyour phone’s manual or visit the website:
Website
owner.lincoln.comwww.syncmyride.cawww.syncmaroute.ca
Once you have paired a device you canadjust the following options.
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
View Devices
You can then select:
You can add a Bluetooth enabled device by following the steps in the previous table.Add a Bluetooth Device
You can select a phone by touching the name of the phone on the screen. You then have the following options:
Depending on the status of the device, you can select either of these options to interact with the selecteddevice.Connect
Disconnect
Allows you to select this device to be your preferred device.Make Primary
Removes the selected device from the system.Delete
Press the info icon next to the device nameto see phone and device information.
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Manage Contacts
You can then select:
Enable this option to have SYNC 3 periodically re-download your phonebook to keep your contact list up todate.Auto-Download Contacts
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Choose how you would like the system to display your contacts. You can choose:Sort By:
Last NameFirst Name
Select this option to re-download your contact list manually.Re-download Contacts
Select this option to delete the in vehicle contact list. Deleting the in vehicle list does not erase the contactlist on the connected phone.Delete Contacts
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Set Phone Ringtone
You can then select:
No sound plays when a call comes to your phone.No Ringtone
The currently selected ringtone on your phone plays when you receive a call. This option may not be availablefor all phones. If this option is available, it is the default setting.Use Phone Ringtone
You can also select one of the three available ringers.
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Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Text Messaging
You can then select:
No sound plays when a message comes to your phone.No Alert (Silence)
You can select one of the three available notification sounds.
When enabled, a voice prompt alerts you when you receive a new message.Voice Readout
You can enable and disable the following options as well:
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
When enabled, vehicle audio (such as radio or apps) is muted for the duration of the phone call even whenthe phone call is in privacy.Mute Audio in Privacy
When enabled, an alert displays that your phone is roaming when you attempt to place a call.Roaming Warning
When enabled, a message displays when the battery on your phone is running low.Low Battery Notification
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911 Assist
Enabling 911 Assist
Note:For this feature to work, your cellphone must have Bluetooth and connectwith SYNC3.
To activate 911 Assist from the settingsscreen select:
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Press this button to enter the settings screen for this feature. You can switch this feature on and off by slidingthe scrollbar as follows.911 Assist
Slide the scrollbar to switch this feature on.
You can set your contacts in the phone bookfor emergency quick dialing.
Setting Emergency Contacts
Ensure the phone book of your cell phonedownloaded to SYNC 3.
From the settings screen select:
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Press this button to enter the settings screen for this feature.911 Assist
Select this option as it displays on the screen.Set Emergency Contacts
Action and DescriptionMenu Item
Select this option under .Select a Contact
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