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Ford and Microsoft have teamed up to develop Ford SYNC®. This exclusive technology will change the way customers use their digital media and Bluetooth®(1) wireless technology enabled mobile phones. SYNC allows drivers to stay connected to the information, entertainment and people they care about while on the road. (1) The Bluetooth word mark and logos are trademarks of the Bluetooth, SIG, Inc. SYNC features:

Voice-activated(2) hands-free calling with advanced calling features like caller ID, call waiting, conference calling (2) Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control. Only use mobile phones and other devices, even with voice commands, when it is safe to do so.

Uninterrupted connections that allow going directly from cell phone to the vehicle’s hands-free phone during the call

Voice-controlled media player

Audible text messages

Instant voice recognition and ring tone support

Automatic phone book transfer for mobile phones with this feature

Multilingual intelligence (English, French, Spanish)Some 2009 Ford vehicles (mid-model introduction) equipped with SYNC will also include 911 Assist and Vehicle Health Report as new/additional features.911 Assist

If an airbag deploys in a 911 Assist-equipped vehicle, SYNC will place a call to the local 911 emergency operator

SYNC makes the call on a properly paired, turned on and Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone

There is a 10-second delay before the call is placed, allowing a vehicle occupant to cancel the call if 911 is not needed Vehicle Health Report (VHR)

On demand, or at set mileage intervals, SYNC will gather diagnostic information and send it to Ford via a Bluetooth-enabled and paired mobile phone

A text message regarding critical vehicle concerns can be immediately sent to the owner with properly set SYNC preferences

Owners can also view their complete VHR at syncmyride.com, including diagnostics, maintenance, recalls and Multipoint Inspection items and make any repair or maintenance appointments as needed.

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