1997 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 85
1997 Ford Windstar Manual
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The air conditioning settings include MAX A/C, A/C and S (Panel/Floor). However, heating capabilities are also provided in these modes. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as necessary to receive cool (air-conditioned) or warm (heated) air when in these modes. NOTE: The A/C compressor will only operate when outside air temperatures are above approximately 45˚F (7˚C). The climate control system provides fresh outside air in all function control settings except for MAX A/C and m (OFF). Only recirculated interior air is available in MAX A/C. In MAX A/C, air from inside the passenger compartment is recirculated continuously and the A/C compressor is engaged. In this position, the system provides maximum cooling, maximum dehumidifying, and greater fuel efficiency. It also has a greater noise level because the sound of the air from the blower motor is not muffled by a closed damper door as it would be in all other functional settings. In A/C, outside air is drawn into the system and the A/C compressor is engaged. The cooling process and the distribution of cooled air is the same as that provided with MAX A/C. Because outside air is drawn into the system, it will not have the advantage of cooling already cooled air. It will have a lower noise level because a closed damper door muffles the sound of the air from the blower motor. In Q (PANEL), air is drawn from the outside and directed into the passenger compartment through the instrument panel registers. The temperature of the air can be varied by adjusting the Temperature Control Knob. This mode is normally used as a vent setting. The A/C compressor does not operate in this mode, only heating capabilities are provided. 84