FORD 2002 Explorer v.1 - Manual (Page 46)

• Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can
block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield.
Avoid placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These
objects may fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in
addition to damaging the climate control system.
To aide in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions:
1. Select
2. Set the temperature control to full heat
3. Set the fan speed to High
4. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows
In order to increase the airflow to the outer panel vents, close the
central panel vents.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
Auxiliary climate controls (if equipped)
Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle, your vehicle may
be equipped with auxiliary climate controls. The auxiliary climate control
feature provides increased capacity to quickly heat or cool the vehicle.
Your auxiliary climate controls are located in the overhead console of the
first and second row seating. The auxiliary climate controls are
independent of the main climate control system. If the main climate
control system is in the OFF position, the auxiliary climate controls will
still work. However, the A/C function will not operate unless the A/C
control has been selected on the main climate control system.
Front auxiliary control
The front auxiliary controls are
located in the front overhead
console.
For the rear auxiliary climate controls to function, the front auxiliary
climate control must be set to REAR.
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