1996 Ford Escort Owner's Manual - Page 138

The A/C system provides maximum cooling, dehumidifying and better fueling efficiency when the function selector lever is set to the MAX A/C position. The function selector lever controls how the air is circulated. u RECIRC position (heating system only) or MAX A/C (heating and air conditioning system only) circulates the air from inside the vehicle through the instrument panel vents. This position prevents outside air from entering the vehicle. instrument panel registers. u PANEL position directs air through the u PNL/FLR position directs air through both the instrument panel registers. the floor ducts. u FLOOR position directs air mainly through u FLR/DEF position directs air through both u V (Defrost) position directs air to the the floor ducts and the windshield defroster outlets. windshield through the defroster outlets. 138