2000 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 23

Controls and features Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 1 2 3 4 Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. MAX A/C OFF A/C Control A/C Turns the A/C on in all modes when the outside temperature is about 4°C (40°F) or higher. The air conditioning operates in MAX A/C and when the A/C control is depressed. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 4°C (40°F) or higher. Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. Under normal conditions, your vehicle's climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to "breathe" through the outside air inlet duct. Prior to turning off the ignition, in snowy or dirty conditions, ensure that the climate control system is turned OFF. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C modes but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. In this mode, the air conditioning will automatically engage if the outside temperature is about 4°C (40°F) or higher and 23