2002 Ford Mustang Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65

Climate Controls Operating tips • To reduce fogging in humid weather, place the climate control system in Defrost and Rear Defrost mode (if equipped) before driving. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under warm weather conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the Off mode. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under cold weather conditions, do not drive with he climate control system in Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave your vehicle in the Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode when turning off the vehicle. • Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leave your vehicle in the Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode when turning off the ignition. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the exterior base of the windshield. • To increase the efficiency of the A/C (if equipped), drive with the windows slightly open for two to three minutes. or until the vehicle has been "aired out". • Do not place objects under the front seat or over the defroster ducts. They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or degrade the performance of your climate control system. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 65