SYNC? -> General Information for Your Ford Kuga SUV Second Generation (2013-2018)

SYNC(If Equipped)  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
Use the advanced voice recognition  
system  
SYNC is an in-vehicle communications  
system that works with your  
Bluetooth-enabled cell phone and  
portable media player.  
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.  
This allows you to:  
Make and receive calls  
Access and play music from your  
media player  
Make sure that you review your device's  
Use Emergency Assistance and  
applications, via SYNC Applink *  
manual before using it with SYNC.  
Access phonebook contacts and music  
Support  
For further support, see an authorized  
dealer. For more information, visit the  
regional Ford website.  
using voice commands  
Stream music from your connected cell  
phone  
Select pre-defined text messages (if  
your device supports this)  
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SYNC(If Equipped)  
supported media content. The system also  
Safety Information  
WARNING  
records a short development log of  
approximately 10 minutes of all recent  
system activity. The log profile and other  
system data may be used to improve the  
system and help diagnose any problems  
that may occur.  
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.  
The cell phone profile, media player index  
and development log will remain in the  
system unless deleted. They are generally  
accessible in your vehicle only when you  
connect your cell phone or media player.  
If you no longer plan to use the system or  
your vehicle, we recommend you complete  
a master reset to erase all stored  
information. See Information Displays  
(page 69).  
When using SYNC:  
Special equipment is required to access  
system data. Access to your vehicle's  
SYNC module is also required. We will not  
access the system data for any purpose  
other than as described without consent.  
Examples where system data can be  
accessed are for a court order, where  
required by law enforcement, other  
Do not operate playing devices if the  
power cords or cables are broken, split  
or damaged. Carefully place cords and  
cables where you cannot step on them  
or they do not interfere with the  
operation of pedals, seats,  
compartments or safe driving abilities.  
government authorities or other third  
parties acting with lawful authority. Other  
parties may seek to access the information  
independently of us. Further privacy  
information is available. See SYNC  
Applications and Services (page 284).  
Do not leave playing devices in your  
vehicle during extreme conditions as it  
could cause them damage. Refer to  
your device's manual for further  
information.  
Do not attempt to service or repair the  
system. See an authorized dealer.  
USING VOICE RECOGNITION  
Privacy Information  
This system helps you control many  
features using voice commands. This  
allows you to keep your hands on the  
steering wheel and focus on what is around  
you.  
When a cell phone is connected to SYNC,  
the system creates a profile that is linked  
to that cell phone. The system creates the  
profile to offer you more mobile features  
and to operate more efficiently. Among  
other things, this profile may contain data  
about your phonebook, text messages  
(read and unread) and call history. This  
will include the history of calls when your  
cell phone was not connected to the  
system. If you connect a media player, the  
system creates and retains an index of  
Helpful Hints  
Make sure the interior of your vehicle is as  
quiet as possible. Wind noise from open  
windows and road vibrations may prevent  
the system from correctly recognizing  
spoken commands.  
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