How to Pair a Cell Phone Over Bluetooth in a 2012 Ford Fusion with a Two-Lined Display

Pairing a phone with a 2012 Ford Fusion can be tricky, especially without a touchscreen display. Follow these step-by-step instructions to successfully connect your phone via Bluetooth.

Method 1: Pairing the First Phone

1. Understand the Controls
   • Use the up and down buttons on the Seek/Track cursor control.
   • The “OK” button is located at the center of the tuning switch, marked with a play/pause symbol.
   • Steering wheel controls can also navigate menus and confirm selections.
2. Preparation
   • Ensure your car is in Park.
   • Have your phone unlocked and in the Bluetooth settings menu. Ensure Bluetooth is turned on and discoverable.
3. Activate the Phone Menu
   • Press the Phone button on the dashboard or steering wheel.
   • The system will display “No Phones Paired” if no phone is connected.
4. Add a Bluetooth Device
   • Press OK to add a device.
   • When prompted, press OK again to start the pairing process.
5. Find SYNC on Your Phone
   • On your phone’s Bluetooth menu, select “SYNC” when it appears.
   • Enter the 6-digit PIN displayed on the car’s screen into your phone.
6. Finalize Setup
   • Wait for the SYNC system to confirm successful pairing.
   • Follow on-screen prompts to:
     • Make the phone the primary device (if desired).
     • Download your phone book.
     • Enable 911 Assist™ (if available).
7. Exit the Settings Menu
   • Use the seek buttons to navigate back to the Exit menu, or press the down arrow to return to the main screen.

Method 2: Pairing Subsequent Phones

1. Preparation
   • Ensure your car is in Park.
   • Keep your phone unlocked and in Bluetooth discovery mode.
2. Activate the Phone Menu
   • Press the Phone button on the dashboard or steering wheel.
   • Navigate to System Settings using the cursor buttons.
3. Access Bluetooth Settings
   • Select Bluetooth Devices from the System Settings menu.
   • Press OK to access the list of devices.
4. Add a New Device
   • Scroll to Add Bluetooth Device and press OK.
   • When “Find SYNC” appears, confirm by pressing OK.
5. Pair Your Phone
   • On your phone, select “SYNC” from the Bluetooth list.
   • Enter the 6-digit PIN displayed on the car’s screen.
6. Complete Setup
   • Wait for the SYNC system to confirm successful pairing.
   • Follow prompts to configure settings such as the primary phone, phone book download, and 911 Assist™.
7. Exit the Settings Menu
   • Use the seek buttons to navigate back to the Exit menu.

Tips

• iPhone Users: Ensure the phone is set to route audio through SYNC for a true hands-free experience.
• Music Streaming: Ensure SYNC Bluetooth is active to stream music and make calls through the car speakers.
• Frequent Updates: If the system doesn’t behave as expected, ensure the SYNC software is updated.

Warnings

• Always activate Bluetooth on both your phone and SYNC for seamless connections.
• Do not attempt to pair phones while driving.

With these steps, you’ll enjoy hands-free calling and music streaming in your 2012 Ford Fusion!