2004 Ford Freestar Owner's Manual - Page 41

Climate Controls • Dual temperature control: Press and hold AUTO to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 18. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation, and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 19. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place the air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. In manual override control, select or , A/C and recirculated air and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has "aired out." To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. 3. 4. 5. . Select A/C. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. Set the fan to the highest speed. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 41 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)