SYNC™ 3

Using Voice Recognition

In this manual: SYNC™ 3
Introduction — 1Quick Reference — 1Child restraint systems — 1Seat belts — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Function Description. Driver Airbag. Passenger Airbag — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Occupant Classification System. Side Airbags. Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag — 1Restraint System. Side Airbags - Coupe. Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator — 1Pedestrian Protection — 1Keys and remote transmitters — 1MyKey™ — 1Doors and Locks. Locking and Unlocking — 1Doors and Locks. Keyless Entry — 1Safety — 1Steering wheel — 1Wiper/Washer System — 1Lighting — 1Windows and Mirrors — 1Instrument cluster. Displays — 1Instrument cluster. Warning lights and displays. Audible warnings and messages — 1Information Displays — 1Air conditioning — 5Seats — 1Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Area — 1Starting the Engine. General Information. Keyless Start System. Steering Wheel Lock — 1Starting the Engine. Starting the Gasoline Engine — 1Starting the Engine. Engine Block Heater — 1Fuel and Refueling. Safety Information. Fuel Quality — 1Fuel and Refueling. Running the Fuel System Dry — 1Fuel and Refueling. Catalytic Converter. Refueling. Fuel Consumption — 1Transmission — 1Rear axle — 1Brakes — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aid. Function Description. Rear Parking Aid — 1Parking Assist. Rear View Camera — 1Cruise control — 1Driver Assistance — 1Carrying Cargo — 1Towing — 1Convertible Top — 1Driving Notes — 1Emergency equipment. Hazard warning lights. Fuel shut-off — 1Emergency equipment. Jump-starting the vehicle — 1Emergency Equipment. Accident Notification System. Transporting the Vehicle. Towing Points — 1Fuses — 1Maintenance — 12Vehicle Care. Exterior Cleaning — 1Vehicle Care. Interior Cleaning — 1Vehicle care. Cleaning leather seats. Repairing minor paint damage. Cleaning alloy wheels. Cleaning the convertible top. — 1Wheels and tires — 10Technical data — 1Audio System. General Information. Audio Unit - Vehicles Equipped with Premium AM/FM/CD. Digital Broadcasting — 1Audio System. USB Port — 1SYNC™ 3 — 14Appendices. Electromagnetic Compatibility — 1Appendix. License Agreement — 1Appendix. Type Approvals — 1
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Voice control in the Ford Mustang VI Gen is central to a safe and comfortable driving experience. Whether navigation, phone or climate control – almost all functions can be operated by voice command. This section also explains how dynamic voice commands and custom requests work. Drivers learn how to activate the system with a button press and how to phrase their commands clearly. The automatic reduction of fan volume during voice sessions is also covered. This system not only simplifies operation but also helps you stay focused on the road – a real benefit for modern mobility.

With this system, many functions can be controlled by voice commands. This allows you to keep your hands on the steering wheel and concentrate on the traffic.

To use the system's voice commands, press the voice button on the steering wheel and wait for the prompt. See Voice Control.

Commands in the list below marked with ___ are dynamic voice commands. The spoken text in place of ___ depends on the context or type of voice command. Examples for ___ are: contact, phone number, artist, genre, point of interest, temperature value or radio frequency.

The following are some voice commands you can say at any time during a voice command session:

Audio Voice Commands

Press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt:

Voice Commands for Climate Control (optional)

To set the temperature, press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt:

Voice Commands – Phone

To pair your phone, press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt:

To make a call, press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt: Voice command, action and

Say the contact name exactly as it appears in your contact list.

To access SMS message options, press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt:

Phone Voice Service

Pressing and holding the voice button on the steering wheel gives access to this function if it is supported by the connected device. In this example, access to Siri Eyes Free on an iPhone is shown.

Voice Commands for Navigation

Destination Entry

The following commands allow you to set a destination or find a point of interest (POI).

Press the voice button on the steering wheel and say the following after the prompt:

In addition, you can say the following commands when a route is active:

Voice Commands for Mobile Apps

The following voice commands are always available:

Voice commands are also available for use when apps are connected to SYNC 3:

Voice Settings Commands

To access the language settings, press the voice button on the steering wheel and say, when prompted:

Automatic Fan Speed Reduction

Depending on the current climate control settings, the fan speed may be reduced automatically to lower the background noise in the vehicle when entering voice commands or making and receiving phone calls.

The normal fan speed is restored automatically when the voice session ends. The fan speed can be adjusted manually during a voice session using the buttons or the fan speed knob.

To turn off automatic fan speed reduction during voice sessions:

  1. Press and hold the A/C button and the recirculation button at the same time.
  2. Release the buttons, then increase the fan speed within a few seconds.

To turn this feature back on, repeat the sequence above.

Voice recognition in the Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023) offers a high level of convenience and safety. It allows the driver to operate many functions hands-free, keeping full attention on the road. The 2014–2023 Ford Mustang combines innovative technology with responsible driving enjoyment.

Whether for navigation, phone or media control, the voice commands are precise and versatile. The Ford Mustang VI Generation shows that modern voice control noticeably simplifies everyday driving and underlines the premium character of the model.

This system shows how the Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023) combines state-of-the-art technology with a sporty character in perfect harmony.

Test yourself

A quick Ford Mustang quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.