2000 Mercury Cougar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33

Controls and features • ā: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield when temperature is set to full hot and fan speed is set to 4. If the temperature is about 4°C (39°F) or higher, the air conditioner (if equipped) will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. Operating Tips • For best cooling performance, select MAX A/C (if equipped) to cool the vehicle quickly. • In humid weather, select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • The outer vents can be used to defrost the side windows. This operates in all modes except defrost. To operate, the center vents must be closed and the outer vents positioned towards the windows. 33