FORD 2009 Taurus X v.1 - Manual (Page 77)

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.
When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system
will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button light is
illuminated and the airflow selection is in either
(panel) or
(panel/floor) mode.
5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages
automatically in defrost and floor/defrost.
6. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and
floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to help
reduce window fogging.
7. : Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a
small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.
8. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents.
9. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
10. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic mode, press AUTO.
11. Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or
decrease the fan speed.
12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display
cabin temperature settings.
13. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature
display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius.
14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned
off.
15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the
temperature on the side of the vehicle. Also adjusts the passenger side
temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. The recommended
vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C).
2009 Taurus X (219)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA (fus)
Climate Controls
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