FORD 2009 Taurus v.3 - Manual (Page 48)

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)
1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the
windshield. Press
to return to the previous airflow mode. The
system will automatically provide outside air to help reduce window
fogging.
2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the
airflow temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.
3. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window
defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more
information.
4. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in
the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to
cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages
automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in
any other airflow selection except
(defrost). Recirculation may turn
off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C.
Climate Controls
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2009 Taurus (500)
Owners Guide (own2002), 3rd Printing
USA (fus)