2005 Ford Freestyle Owner's Manual - Page 50

Climate Controls 17. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. Recommended temperature range is 72° to 75° Fahrenheit. 18. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 19. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system OFF. OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place position. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in the 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. • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. or , A/C and recirculated In manual override control, select air and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has "aired out." In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 50 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)