FORD 2009 Taurus v.3 - Manual (Page 49)

When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system
will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button light is
illuminated and the airflow selection is in either (panel) or
(panel/floor) mode.
5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages
automatically in defrost and floor/defrost.
6. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and
floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to help
reduce window fogging.
7. : Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a
small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.
8. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents.
9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
10. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic mode, press AUTO.
11. Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or
decrease the fan speed.
12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display
cabin temperature settings.
13. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature
display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius.
14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned
off.
15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the
temperature on the side of the vehicle. Also adjusts the passenger side
temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. The recommended
vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C).
Dual temperature control: Press and hold the AUTO button to
engage-disengage separate passenger side temperature control.
16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and
outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.
Climate Controls
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2009 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing
USA (fus)