2002 Ford Explorer Sport Owner Guide 6th Printing - Page 46
2002 Ford Explorer Sport Manual
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Controls and features In and , if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. However, the A/C indicator will be off and the A/C override control cannot be selected. The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except OFF. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6°C (43°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. When AUTO is selected, the A/C operates automatically for existing conditions. However, the A/C indicator will not be lit. If A/C is selected when in AUTO operation, the DEATC system will be disabled and you will return to manual operation with the A/C indicator lit. To return to automatic A/C operation, press AUTO. EXT F F C F DUAL A/C AUTO OFF R • Recirculation control (air recirculation) - Used to manually enable or disable and . The use of recirculated air operation in all modes except recirculated air when the air conditioning is operating helps to reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle in very hot conditions. Recirculated air may also help to keep undesired outside odors from reaching the vehicle interior. It is recommended to allow the DEATC system to automatically control the selection of outside or recirculated air. or , as interior The recirculation control cannot be selected in fogging may occur. When AUTO is selected, the recirculated air feature operates automatically for existing conditions. However, the air recirculation 46