FORD 2002 Taurus v.2 - Manual (Page 47)

Manual override controls
The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow
you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic
control, press AUTO.
The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except . It
will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected.
However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside
temperature is about 4°C (39°F) or higher.
Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air
during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under
the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you
have stopped the vehicle.
• F
-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts.
It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside
air temperature is about 4°C (39°F) or higher, the air conditioner will
automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
• R (Rear Window Defroster) — Refer to Rear Window Defroster.
•
(Floor and defrost) -Distributes outside air through the
windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air
conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be
heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added
customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be
slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If
the temperature is about 4°C (39°F) or higher, the air conditioner will
automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
F R
AUTO TEMP
OFF TEMP
MAX
A/C
OUTSIDE
Climate Controls
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