End user notice, General operation, Appendices 521 – FORD 2013 Taurus v.1 User Manual

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End user notice

Microsoft

WindowsMobile for Automotive Important Safety

Information
This system Ford SYNC™ contains software that is licensed to Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY by an affiliate of Microsoft Corporation pursuant to
a license agreement. Any removal, reproduction, reverse engineering or other
unauthorized use of the software from this system in violation of the license
agreement is strictly prohibited and may subject you to legal action.

Read and follow instructions
Before using your Windows Automotive-based system, read and follow all
instructions and safety information provided in this end user manual
(“User’s Guide”). Not following precautions found in this User’s Guide can
lead to an accident or other serious consequences.

Keep User’s Guide in Vehicle

When kept in the vehicle, the User’s Guide will be a ready reference for
you and other users unfamiliar with the Windows Automotive-based
system. Please make certain that before using the system for the first
time, all persons have access to the User’s Guide and read its instructions
and safety information carefully.

WARNING: Operating certain parts of this system while driving
can distract your attention away from the road, and possibly

cause an accident or other serious consequences. Do not change system
settings or enter data non-verbally (using your hands) while driving.
Stop the vehicle in a safe and legal manner before attempting these
operations. This is important since while setting up or changing some
functions you might be required to distract your attention away from
the road and remove your hands from the wheel.

General operation

Voice Command Control
Functions within the Windows Automotive-based system may be accomplished
using only voice commands. Using voice commands while driving allows you
to operate the system without removing your hands from the wheel.

Prolonged Views of Screen
Do not access any function requiring a prolonged view of the screen while
you are driving. Pull over in a safe and legal manner before attempting to
access a function of the system requiring prolonged attention. Even
occasional short scans to the screen may be hazardous if your attention has
been diverted away from your driving task at a critical time.

Appendices

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2013 Taurus
Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing
USA
(fus)

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