2000 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 33

Controls and features Manual override controls OFF A/C MAX HI TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 A/C 2 3 4 LO The override controls allow you to: • manually control where the airflow is directed • manually control the air conditioning operation • manually select between outside or recirculated air during air conditioning operation The air conditioning can operate in all modes except OFF. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected. 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 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 contol system is turned OFF. • OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. (Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the • windshield defroster ducts and the front and rear floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in 33