2001 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35

Controls and features • (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. In this mode, the air conditioning will automatically engage if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher. However, the indicator will not light unless A/C is selected. If A/C was previously selected before using Floor/Defrost, the indicator light will remain lit. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defrost ducts. • (Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. However, the indicator will not light unless A/C is selected. Cooling your vehicle with outside air Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less cooling capacity. In order to cool your vehicle using outside air: , or . 1. Turn the mode selector to A/C A/C . The indicator light next to the control will illuminate. 2. Press 3. Slide the temperature control knob to the left. 4. Turn the fan speed control to the position of your choice. During periods of high humidity, vapor may be emitted from the air outlets when using the A/C system with outside air. This can be corrected by using MAX A/C to cool the vehicle. Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate control system as desired. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. 35