2004 Ford F150 Owner Guide 5th Printing - Page 32

Climate Controls Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents. O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place position. the air flow selector in the • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats. • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the airflow selector in OFF. This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlets. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 32 2004 F150 (f12) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)