Ford GT (2018 year). Manual — part 54

Note: The SYNC 911 Assist feature only
operates in the U.S., Canada or in a territory
in which 911 is the emergency number.

Note: Before setting this feature on, make
sure that you read the 911 Assist Privacy
Notice later in this section for important
information.

Note: If any user sets 911 Assist to on or off,
that setting applies for all paired phones. If
911 Assist is switched off and the phone is
connected to SYNC, an icon displays on the
status bar.

Note: Every phone operates differently.
While SYNC 911 Assist works with most
cellular phones, some may have trouble
using this feature.

If a crash deploys an airbag (excluding
knee airbags and rear inflatable safety
belts [if equipped]) or activates the fuel
pump shut-off, your SYNC-equipped
vehicle may be able to contact emergency
services by dialing 911 through a paired and
connected Bluetooth-enabled phone. You
can learn more about the 911 Assist
feature, by visiting:

Website

www.owner.ford.com
www.syncmyride.ca
www.syncmaroute.ca

For important information about airbag
deployment and the fuel pump shut-off
please see the Supplementary Restrains
and Roadside Emergencies sections of
your owner manual.

To switch 911 Assist on and off please view
the settings information. See Settings
(page 248).

To make sure that 911 Assist works
correctly:
•

SYNC must be powered and working
properly at the time of the incident and
throughout feature activation and use.

•

The 911 Assist feature must be set on
before the incident.

•

You must pair and connect a
Bluetooth-enabled and compatible
cell phone to SYNC.

•

A connected Bluetooth-enabled phone
must have the ability to make and
maintain an outgoing call at the time
of the incident.

•

A connected Bluetooth-enabled phone
must have adequate network coverage,
battery power and signal strength.

•

The vehicle must have battery power
and be located in the U.S., Canada or
in a territory in which 911 is the
emergency number.

In the Event of a Crash

Not all crashes will deploy an airbag or
activate the fuel pump shut-off (the
triggers for 911 Assist). If a connected cell
phone sustains damage or loses its
connection to SYNC during a crash, SYNC
will search for and try to connect to a
previously paired cell phone; SYNC will
then attempt to call the emergency
services.

Before making the call:
•

SYNC provides a short window of time
(about 10 seconds) to cancel the call.
If you fail to cancel the call, SYNC
attempts to dial 911.

•

SYNC says the following, or a similar
message: "SYNC will attempt to call
911, to cancel the call, press Cancel on
your screen or press and hold the
phone button on your steering wheel."

(If Equipped)

If you do not cancel the call, and SYNC
makes a successful call, a pre-recorded
message plays for the 911 operator, and
then the occupant(s) in your vehicle is able
to talk with the operator. Be prepared to
provide your name, phone number and
location immediately, because not all 911
systems are capable of receiving this
information electronically.

911 Assist May Not Work If

•

Your cellular phone or 911 Assist
hardware sustains damage in a crash.

•

The vehicle's battery or the SYNC
system has no power.

•

The phone(s) thrown from your vehicle
are the ones paired and connected to
the system.

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.

Safety Information

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.

•

Do not attempt to service or repair the
system. Have an authorized dealer
check your vehicle.

•

Do not operate playing devices if the
power cords or cables are broken, split
or damaged. Place cords and cables
out of the way, so they do not interfere
with the operation of pedals, seats,
compartments or safe driving abilities.

•

Do not leave playing devices in your
vehicle during extreme conditions as it
could cause them damage. See your
device's user guide for further
information.

•

For your safety, some SYNC 3 functions
are speed-dependent. Their use is
limited to when your vehicle is traveling
at speeds under 3 mph (5 km/h). Make
sure that you review your device's
manual before using it with SYNC 3.

Speed-restricted Features

Some features of this system may be too
difficult to use while your vehicle is moving
so they are restricted from use unless your
vehicle is stationary.

(If Equipped)

•

Screens crowded with information,
such as Point of Interest reviews and
ratings, movie times or ski conditions.

•

Any action that requires you to use a
keyboard is restricted, such as entering
a navigation destination or editing
information.

•

All lists are limited so the user can view
fewer entries (such as phone contacts
or recent phone call entries).

See the following chart for more specific
examples.

Restricted features

Pairing a Bluetooth phone.

Cellular Phone

Browsing of list entries is limited for phone contacts and
recent phone calls.

Enabling Valet Mode.

System Functionality

Editing settings for the rear view camera.

Editing Wi-Fi settings.

Wi-Fi

Editing the list of wireless networks.

Connecting to a new Wi-Fi network.

Viewing received text messages.

Text Messages

Using the keyboard to enter a destination.

Navigation

Adding or editing Navigation Favorites entries or Avoid
Areas.

Creating a SYNC Owner Account

Why do I need a SYNC owner account?

•

Essential for keeping up with the latest
software and connected features.

•

Access to customer support for any
questions you may have.

•

Maintain account permissions.

Visit the website to sign up and register.

Website

www.owner.ford.com
www.syncmyride.ca

Website

www.syncmaroute.ca

Updating Your System

You can choose to download the update
onto a USB drive or use Wi-Fi to deliver
automatic updates.

USB Updates

To use the USB update you need to log
into your owner account and visit the SYNC
software update page.

(If Equipped)

Website

www.owner.ford.com
www.syncmyride.ca
www.syncmaroute.ca

The website notifies you if an update is
available. You can then select to download
the update.

You will need an empty USB drive. Please
check the website for minimum
requirements. Once you have inserted the
USB drive into your computer, choose to
start the download. Follow the instructions
provided to download the files to the USB
drive.

The installation of most files occurs in the
background, and does not interrupt your
use of the system. Navigation updates
cannot be installed in the background,
because the files are too large.

To install the update in your vehicle,
remove anything that is plugged in the USB
ports on the media hub and plug in the
USB drive containing the update. When
the USB drive is plugged in, the installation
should begin immediately. After a
successful installation, the update is
available the next time the vehicle is
started.

Please refer to the website for any further
actions.

Updating Over Wi-Fi

To update your System over Wi-Fi your
vehicle must be within the range of a Wi-Fi
access point. Data rates may apply.

To connect your system to Wi-Fi,
select:

Menu Item

Settings

Wi-Fi

You can then select your
Wi-Fi network. You may
have to enter the security
code if the network is
secured. The system
confirms when it has
connected to the network.

Available
Wi-Fi
Networks

You must also give the system permission
to update automatically. Upon vehicle
delivery, the System asks you if you would
like to use the automatic update feature.
If you agree to automatic updates, you can
press OK to confirm. If this selection does
not appear upon vehicle delivery you can
access it through the General Settings. See
Settings (page 248). You can also perform
a master reset. See SYNC™ 3
Troubleshooting (page 259).

If you would like to switch this feature
on later, select:

Menu Item

Settings

General

From this menu, you can
enable automatic updates.
If you have not done so
already, the system
prompts you to set up a
Wi-Fi connection when you
enable this feature.

Automatic
System
Updates

(If Equipped)