Settings LINCOLN MKX 2013 Workshop Manual

Phone Settings
To access phone settings, press Phone > Settings (or press Menu >
Settings > Phone).
If you select: You can:
Bluetooth DevicesConnect, disconnect, add or delete a device,
as well as save it as a favorite.
Bluetooth On/OffTurn Bluetooth on or off.
Do Not DisturbHave all calls go directly to your voice mail
and not ring in the vehicle cabin. With this
feature turned on, text message notifications
are also suppressed and do not ring inside the
cabin.
911 AssistTurn 911 Assist™ on or off. Refer to911
Assist™in theSYNCServices and Apps
section.
Text Message
NotificationSelect how you would like to be notified when
you receive a text message, if supported by
your phone. Choose from possible system
alert tones, text-to-speech or silent.
Internet Data
Connection*Use this screen to make adjustments to your
internet data connection. Select to make your
connection profile with the PAN (personal
area network) or to turn off your connection.
You can also choose to make adjustments to
your settings or have the system always
connect, never connect when roaming or
query on connect. Press ? for additional
information.
Manage PhonebookAccess features such as automatic phonebook
download, re-download your phonebook, add
contacts from your phone as well as delete or
upload your phonebook.
Display Call HistoryDisplay call history.
*If compatible
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Wireless & Internet
Your system is equipped with Wireless & Internet features and settings.
To access, press Menu > Settings > Wireless and Internet. From this
screen, you can select your:
•Wi-Fi settings
•Bluetooth settings
•USB mobile broadband
•Prioritize connection methods
Wi-Fi
Your system has a Wi-Fi feature which creates a wireless network within
your vehicle, thereby allowing other devices (i.e. personal computers or
phones) in your vehicle to speak to each other, share files, play games,
etc. Using this Wi-Fi feature, everyone in your vehicle can also gain
access the internet if:
•You have a USB mobile broadband connection inside the vehicle
•Your phone supports PAN (personal area networking)
•You are parked outside of a wireless hotspot
To access, press Menu > Settings > Wireless and Internet > Wi-Fi
settings, then select from the following options:
If you select: You can:
Wi-Fi Network
(Client) Mode
On/OffTurn the Wi-Fi feature on or off in your vehicle.
Make sure that On is selected for connectivity
purposes.
Choose a Wireless
NetworkUse a previously stored wireless network. You can
categorize by alphabetical listing, Priority and
Signal Strength. You can also choose to search for
a network, connect to a network, disconnect from
a network, receive more information, prioritize a
network or delete a network.
Search for Wireless
NetworksView a list of wireless networks.
Gateway Access
Point Mode (On/Off)Make SYNC an access point for a phone or a
computer by turning this feature on. This forms
the local area network within the vehicle for
things such as game playing, file transfer, internet
browsing, etc.
Gateway Access
Point Device ListView who has connected to your Wi-Fi connection
recently.
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Press the ? button (if available) for additional information.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a
certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
USB Mobile Broadband
Note:You must activate your mobile
broadband device on your PC prior to
connecting it to the system.
Note:USB mobile broadband settings may not be displayed if the device
is already activated.
Instead of using Wi-Fi, your system can also use a USB mobile broadband
connection to access the internet. This screen allows you to set up what
is your typical area for your USB mobile broadband connection. You can
select the following:
•Country
•Carrier
•Phone Number
•User Name
•Password
Prioritize Connection Methods
This screen allows you to choose your connection methods and change
them as needed. You can select to Change Order and have the system
either always attempt to connecting using a USB mobile broadband or
using Wi-Fi.
BluetoothSettings
This screen shows you what device is currently paired with the system as
well as giving you your typical Bluetooth options to connect, disconnect,
set as favorite, delete and add device.
Bluetooth is a registered trademark of the Bluetooth SIG.
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Help!
Your touchscreen system has a help feature which you can access at any
time.
To access Help using the touchscreen, press Menu > Help, the choose
from the following:
If you select: You can:
Where Am I?View the vehicle’s current location.
If your vehicle is equipped with navigation,
you see your location on a map.
If your vehicle is not equipped with
navigation, or if your SD card is not inserted,
you receive your vehicle’s latitude and
longitude.
911 AssistAccess the 911 Assist™ settings, vehicle
restart instructions and emergency quick dial
contacts.
In Case of Emergency (ICE) Quick Dial:
This feature allows you to save up to two
numbers as ICE contacts for quick access in
the event of an emergency. SelectEditto
access your phonebook and then select the
desired contacts. The numbers then appear as
options on this screen for the ICE 1 and ICE
2 buttons. The ICE contacts you select are
presented to you at the completion of the 911
Assist call process for quick access.
Voice Command ListView possible voice commands.
From this screen, you can also access System information, Software
Licenses and Driving Restrictions.
To access Help using the voice commands, press the voice
button, then, after the tone, say “Help”. The system provides
voice commands that can be used in the current mode.
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TOUCHSCREEN CLIMATE CONTROLS
Press the lower right corner on the touchscreen to access your
climate control features. Depending on your vehicle line and
option package, your climate screen may look different than
what is shown here.
A.Power:Touch to turn the system on and off. Outside air cannot enter
the vehicle when the system is off.
B.Passenger settings:
•Touch DUAL to turn on the passenger side temperature control.
•Touch the red or blue arrow to increase or decrease the temperature.
•Touch the heated seat icon to control the heated seat (if equipped).
•Touch the cooled seat icon to control the cooled seat (if equipped).
C.Fan speed:Touch + to increase or – to decrease fan speed.
D.Recirculated air:Touch to turn the recirculated air on or off which:
•May reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior.
•May help reduce odors from reaching the interior.
•Engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected.
•May be engaged manually in any airflow mode except defrost.
•May turn off in all airflow modes except MAX A/C to reduce fog
potential.
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K.Driver settings:Depending on your vehicle and option package, you
may have the following features:
•Touch the red or blue arrow to increase or decrease the temperature.
•Touch the heated seat icon to control the heated seat (if equipped).
Refer to the Seats chapter.
•Touch the cooled seat icon to control the cooled seat (if equipped).
Refer to the Seats chapter.
•Touch and hold MyTemp to select a temperature you would like the
vehicle to remember and maintain for you.
•Touch the heated steering wheel icon (if equipped) to turn warm the
steering wheel. The steering wheel is not heated between the 10
o’clock and 2 o’clock positions.
Climate Control Voice Commands
The following voice commands are available at the main menu
level of a voice session. For example, press the voice button and
after the prompt, “Say a command”; say any of the following
commands:
Climate control voice commands
“Climate On”
“Climate Off”
“Climate Automatic”
“Climate My Temperature”
“Climate Temperature <15.5–29.5> degrees”
“Climate Temperature <59–86> degrees”
“Help”
There are additional climate control commands but in order to access
them, you have to say “Climate” first, then when the system is ready to
listen, you may say any of the following commands:
Additional climate control voice commands
“Automatic” “Dual Off”
“Off” “On”
“A/C Off” “A/C On”
“Max A/C On” “Max A/C Off”
“Defrost On” “Defrost Off”
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Setting Your Navigation Preferences
Select settings for the system to take into account when planning your
route. Press Menu > Settings > Navigation.
When you select: You can:
Map Preferences Turn breadcrumbs on and off.
Choose how you want to view the turn list
(top-to-bottom or bottom-to-top).
Set the automatic parking POI notification.
When parking POI notification is on, parking
POI icons display on the map when you get
close to your destination. (This may not be
very useful in dense areas, and may clutter
the map if other POIs are also set for display.)
Route Preferences Avoid freeways, toll roads, ferries and car
trains when planning your route.
Use HOV lanes (if available), and have the
system always select the shortest distance,
fastest time or most economical route.
Navigation Preferences Choose prompts to be either voice or tone
only.
Have the system automatically fill in the state
and province based on the information already
entered into the system.
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WARNING:Operating certain parts of this system while driving
can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly
cause an accident or other serious consequences. Do not change system
settings or enter data non-verbally (using your hands) while driving.
Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting these
operations. This is important since while setting up or changing some
functions you might be required to distract your attention away from
the road and remove your hands from the wheel.
General operation
Voice Command Control
Functions within the Windows Automotive-based system may be
accomplished using only voice commands. Using voice commands while
driving allows you to operate the system without removing your hands
from the wheel.
Prolonged Views of Screen
Do not access any function requiring a prolonged view of the screen
while you are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before
attempting to access a function of the system requiring prolonged
attention. Even occasional short scans to the screen may be hazardous if
your attention has been diverted away from your driving task at a critical
time.
Volume Setting
Do not raise the volume excessively. Keep the volume at a level where
you can still hear outside traffic and emergency signals while driving.
Driving while unable to hear these sounds could cause an accident.
Use of Speech Recognition Functions
Speech recognition software is inherently a statistical process which is
subject to errors. It is your responsibility to monitor any speech
recognition functions included in the system and address any errors.
Navigation Features
Any navigation features included in the system are intended to provide
turn by turn instructions to get you to a desired destination. Please make
certain all persons using this system carefully read and follow
instructions and safety information fully.
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CD .............................................. 125
CD player .......................... 123, 376
CD voice commands ................. 376
Cell phone use ............................ 14
Changing a tire ......................... 305
Child safety restraints .......... 26, 28
Child safety seats
attaching with tether straps .... 28
automatic locking mode
(retractor) ................................. 35
LATCH ....................................... 26
Child safety seats - booster
seats ............................................. 21
Cleaning the touchscreen ........ 348
Cleaning your vehicle ............... 273
engine compartment .............. 275
instrument panel .................... 277
interior ..................................... 276
plastic parts ............................ 274
washing .................................... 273
waxing ..................................... 275
wheels ...................................... 278
wiper blades ............................ 276
Climate voice commands ......... 416
Clock .................................. 125, 405
Collision Warning System ......... 201
Console ...................................... 148
overhead .................................. 148
Coolant
checking and adding .............. 254
refill capacities ........................ 313
specifications .......................... 313
Cross Traffic Alert .................... 196
Cruise control ........................... 187
Customer Assistance ................ 228Ford Extended Service
Plan .................................. 322, 325
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada ..................... 237
Getting roadside assistance ... 228
Getting the service you
need ......................................... 233
Ordering additional owner’s
literature ................................. 239
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ................................... 237
Customizing your home
screen ........................................ 347
D
Defrost ....................................... 127
rear window ............................ 129
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid .......................................... 258
engine oil ................................. 253
Display settings ......................... 406
Driving under special
conditions .................. 168, 171, 174
sand ......................................... 172
snow and ice ........................... 174
through water ................. 173, 225
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ......................... 127
E
Electronic message center ....... 107
Electronic stability control ...... 180
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting .......................... 230
running out of fuel ................. 157
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Overdrive ................................... 166
P
Pairing other phones ................ 388
Pairing your phone ................... 387
Pairing your phone for the first
time ............................................ 387
Parental MyKey programming ... 62
Parking brake ............................ 177
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ........... 317
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ................... 46
Phone settings .................. 392, 410
Phone voice commands ............ 393
POI categories ........................... 419
Point of Interest (POI) ............. 419
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ............................... 242
Power door locks ........................ 68
Power liftgate .............................. 72
Power mirrors ............................. 95
Powerpoint ................................ 147
Power steering .......................... 205
fluid, checking and adding .... 260
fluid, refill capacity ................ 313
fluid, specifications ................. 313
Power Windows ........................... 94
Privacy information .................. 351
Push button start system ......... 150
Q
Quick touch buttons ................. 426R
Radio .......................................... 125
AM/FM ..................................... 361
Single CD ................................ 125
Radio reception ......................... 123
Radio voice commands ............. 363
Rear heated seats ..................... 140
Rear view camera
display ................................ 183, 407
Rear window defroster ............. 127
Receiving a text message ......... 391
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ........................................ 22
Relays ................................ 241–242
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ...................... 71
locking/unlocking doors ........... 68
opening the trunk ..................... 69
replacing the batteries ............. 57
Reverse sensing system ........... 182
Roadside assistance .................. 228
Roll stability control ................. 180
Roof rack ................................... 208
Route preferences .................... 422
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............ 40
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ......... 33, 37
Safety defects, reporting .. 239–240
Safety information .................... 349
Safety restraints .............. 33–35, 37
Belt-Minder............................. 37
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