1996 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 97

Instrument Panel Controls Heating and air conditioning climate control system panel The standard heating system and the heating portion of the heating and air conditioning system are essentially identical. There is one exception, however; the air conditioning compressor may automatically engage when the Defrost position is selected to aid in defogging and defrosting the inside glass. When Defrost is selected, the A/C compressor will automatically operate when the outside temperature is above approximately 40˚F (4˚C), whether or not the A/C button is illuminated. Manual selection and illumination of the A/C button in defrost mode does not override the automatic compressor operation discussed above. Refer to the heating system operating instructions covered previously for a more detailed explanation of heating system operation. Turning on the air conditioner To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather: 1. Press one of the function selector buttons (typically Panel, but Panel/Floor, Floor or Mix can be selected). 97