Ford F-550 (2017 year). Manual — part 121

Action and Description

Menu Item

Item

This bar displays icons and messages pertaining to current
system activities including climate settings, voice
commands and phone functions such as text messages.

Status Bar

A

This button is available on the main screens. Pressing it
takes you to the home screen view.

Home

B

This shows the current time. You can set the clock manually
or have it controlled by the vehicle's GPS location. See
Settings (page 535).

Clock

C

This displays the current outside temperature.

Outside
Temperature

D

You can touch any of the buttons on this bar to select a
feature.

Feature Bar

E

The touchscreen allows you quick access
to all of your comfort, navigation,
communication and entertainment
options. Using the status and feature bar
you can quickly select the feature you want
to use.

Note: Your system is equipped with a
feature that allows you to access and
control audio features for 10 minutes after
you switch the ignition off (and no doors
open).

The Status Bar

Additional icons also display in the status
bar depending on market, vehicle options
and current operation. If a feature is not
active, the icon does not display. Certain
icons may move to the left or right
depending on what options are active.

(If Equipped)

E223130

Description

Item

Callout

This shows the temperature the driver selects through
the climate control system.

Driver Temper-
ature

A

When you activate the heated steering wheel option
on the touch screen, this icon displays. It only displays
when there is not a physical button for the heated
steering wheel.

Heated steering
wheel

B

(If equipped)

When the passenger's temperature has been
adjusted and is no longer linked to the driver's
temperature, it displays here. If Dual is turned off and
the temperatures are linked, the passenger's
temperature does not display.

Passenger
Temperature

C

This icon displays when your phone's microphone is
muted. A caller cannot hear you.

Microphone Mute

D

This icon displays when the audio system is muted.

Mute

E

(If Equipped)

Description

Item

Callout

This icon appears when SYNC 3 receives a software
update. Pressing the icon shows more details about
the new software.

Download

F

This icon appears if a Wi-Fi network is connected.

Wi-Fi

G

An available Wi-Fi network is within range.

Wi-Fi in Range

H

This icon displays when your cell phone is roaming.

Roaming

I

This icon displays when you receive a text message
on your phone.

Text Message

J

This icon displays when 911 Assist is set to off and
your phone is connected to SYNC.

911 Assist Off

K

The Bluetooth alert icon displays when there is an
active Bluetooth alert.

Bluetooth Alert

L

This icon displays to show an active Bluetooth
connection.

Bluetooth

M

Messages may also appear in the status
bar to provide you with notifications. You
can select the message to view the
associated feature.

Feature Bar

Functions

Feature Bar Item

Allows you to control the media playing in
your vehicle. You can control all audio
features including AM, FM and satellite
radio, CDs, and media streaming over a
Bluetooth device or through a USB
connection.

Audio

Allows you to adjust the temperature, fan
speed and airflow within the vehicle.

Climate

Allows you to make calls, receive calls, and
access the phonebook of your connected
device.

Phone

(If Equipped)

Functions

Feature Bar Item

Allows you to see your vehicle's location on
a virtual road map, get driving directions to
your destination and find points of interest
along your route.

Navigation

(If equipped)

Connect and control SYNC 3 compatible
apps running on your iphone or android
device. Also, access built-in additional
features such as SiriusXM Traffic and Travel
Link (if equipped).

Apps

You can customize your system with
various settings for the touchscreen display,
feature preferences, and how you want to
interact with your vehicle.

Settings

Cleaning the Touchscreen

You can remove fingerprints with a dry,
clean, soft cloth.

If dirt or fingerprints are still on the screen,
apply a small amount of alcohol to the
cloth and try to clean it again.

Note: Do not use detergent or any type of
solvent to clean the touchscreen.

Note: Do not pour or spray alcohol onto the
touchscreen.

Using Voice Recognition

Using voice commands allows you to keep
your hands on the wheel and focus on
what is in front of you. The system provides
feedback through audible tones, prompts,
questions and spoken confirmations
depending on the situation and the chosen
level of interaction (voice settings).

The system also asks short questions
(confirmation prompts) when it is not sure
of your request or when there are multiple
possible responses to your request.

When using voice commands, words and
icons may appear in the status bar
indicating the status of the voice command
session. See Using Voice Recognition
(page 499).

Using the Steering Wheel Controls

Depending on your vehicle and option
package, you can use different controls on
your steering wheel to interact with the
touchscreen system in different ways.

VOL: Control the volume of audio output.

Mute: Mute the audio output.

Voice: Press to start a voice session. Press
again to stop the voice prompt and
immediately begin speaking. Press and
hold to end a voice session.

SEEK NEXT:
•

While in radio mode, press to seek
between memory presets.

•

While in USB, Bluetooth Audio or CD
mode, press to seek between songs or
press and hold to fast seek.

(If Equipped)