FORD 2004 Taurus v.1 - Manual (Page 24)

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1. Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
2. Passenger airbag indicator
light: Indicates whether the
Passenger air bag is currently ON or
OFF. Refer to Front passenger
sensing system in the Seating and
Safety Restraints chapter.
3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C: Uses recirculated air through the instrument panel registers
to cool the vehicle. This mode maximizes the airflow and as it is
re-cooling the interior air, it is more economical and efficient. May
reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument
panel register vents only.
: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel and floor
vents.
: Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
4. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
5. Rear defrost control: Press to
defrost the rear window.
OPERATING TIPS
• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the position.
• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position.
2004 Taurus (tau)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English (fus)
Climate Controls
Climate Controls
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