1997 Ford Taurus Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19

Controls and features (60°F).To exit, press AUTO or any of the other override controls. MAX A/C is noisier but more economical than A/C. The airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. The air conditioning compressor will operate in this mode. VENT - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature. (Panel and floor) - Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the front and rear seat floor ducts. The air will be heated or cooled based on temperature selection. The air conditioning compressor will operate in this mode. (Floor) - Allows for maximum heating through the front and rear seat floor ducts. (Floor and defrost) - Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the windshield defroster ducts. If the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will dehumidify the air to prevent fogging. The air conditioning compressor will operate in this mode. F-DEF (Defrost) - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner will dehumidify the air to prevent fogging. The air conditioning compressor will operate in this mode. OFF - Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. • • • • • • Displaying outside temperature • OUTSIDE TEMP - Outside air temperature will be displayed. If the EATC is off, the display will go blank after four seconds. If the EATC is on, the display will show the outside temperature until the button is pressed again. 20