2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 82

Climate Controls 14. Driver's side temperature control: Press to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. This control also sets the passenger side temperature when DUAL is disengaged. Recommended initial settings are 72 to 75 °F and then adjust for comfort. 15. Fan Speed: Manually increases or decreases the fan speed. EXT 16. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. Exterior readings are more accurate when the vehicle is moving. FC 17. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature on the DATC display only. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be displayed in half-degree increments. 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 air flow selector in OFF or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been "aired out." • During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, turn off the rear A/C unit, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle's transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. 82 2008 07+ Explorer Sport Trac (esp) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)