Everything You Need To Know About Ford App | Ford New Zealand

We are working on always improving the Ford App and user experience. To achieve this, Ford may make changes to features, including adding, removing, or modifying existing ones.

[1] Use of Ford App is subject to the Ford App Terms and Privacy Policy available on ford.co.nz/fordapp and requires a compatible mobile device, internet access and software (including software updates from time to time). Ford App functionality and appearance may change over time due to software updates. You are responsible for internet access, mobile network data and voice call services required for your use of the Ford App on your mobile device, including associated fees. The Ford App and Ford App Connect modem can only work when both are connected to the telecommunications network. The Ford App Connect modem will only function on the 3G, 4G or 5G telecommunications networks. When these networks are no longer available, the modem will stop functioning and the connected services and all data transmission via the modem will cease. Ford cannot guarantee that Ford App will be in fully operating condition at all times and the Ford App may be unavailable or particular Ford App services interrupted. Ford is not responsible for any limitations or restrictions of the telecommunications network or of your mobile device. Warning: Local laws prohibit some phone functions while driving. Check your local road rules before using these functions. Use Remote Vehicle Start and Stop responsibly and only in well ventilated areas where you are aware of your vehicle’s surroundings.

[2] Vehicle Location settings must be switched on.

[3] Remote Start & Stop only available on automatic vehicles. Use responsibly and only in well ventilated areas where you are aware of your vehicle’s surroundings.

[4] Zone Lighting is standard on Ranger Wildtrak and Raptor, and Everest Trend, Sport, Wildtrak and Platinum only. Zone Lighting will not operate if battery charge is insufficient. The length of time that Zone Lighting will operate depends on the battery charge, the types of lights fitted to the vehicle (LED or Bulb) and other electrical loads connected to the vehicle. The system will automatically turn off after a period of time to preserve the battery's engine starting performance.

[5] Trailer Light Check is standard on Ranger. Trailer Light Check has been designed to operate with a Factory Fit Tow Bar or Genuine Ford Accessory tow bar and can be used via SYNC, or via the Ford App. as a Connected Service. Where used via the app as a Connected Service, eligible vehicles receive 1 year of service from the Ford Express New Vehicle Warranty start date after which time, the Connected Service may cease to be available, or may be subject to a subscription fee. Users must have created a Ford App account (terms apply) and have fully activated the vehicle’s Ford App Connect modem to use this feature via the app.

[6] Connected Built-In Satellite Navigation is a Connected Service where eligible vehicles (Standard on all Everest variants, Ranger XLT, Sport, Wildtrak and Raptor. Not available on Ranger XL) receive 1 year of service from the Ford Express New Vehicle Warranty start date. after which it is subject to a subscription fee. Without Connected Built-In Navigation, you will still have access to embedded navigation. However, additional functionality such as live traffic and updated map data will be discontinued. If you use the Driver Assist features mentioned above, we recommend that you keep map data updated via Connected Built-In Navigation. Users must have created a Ford App account (terms apply), have fully activated the vehicle’s Ford App Connect modem and have SYNC Location set to ‘on’ to use this feature.