2009 Ford F150 Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52

Climate Controls VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, select (defrost). Temperature and/or fan speed can also be increased to improve clearing. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system 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. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been "aired out." • If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle's transmission in P (Park) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in AUTO: 1. Press AUTO control. 2. Set to desired temperature. For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in manual override control 1. Choose (panel), A/C, and (recirculation) controls. 2. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 52 2009 F-150 (f12) Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing USA (fus)