1997 FORD CROWN VICTORIA air conditioning

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Controls and Features
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[CF00200( ALL)01/96]
The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
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[CF00300( ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the
gloss (shine) of the upper part of the
instrument panel should be avoided.
The dull finish in this area is to help
protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
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[CF00400( ALL)03/96]
Your vehicle has a variety of features designed
for your comfort, convenience and safety. Read
this chapter to find out about standard and
optional features.
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[CF00500( ALL)03/96]
The Climate Control Systems
[CF00600( ALL)12/95]
Your vehicle has one of two different climate
control systems. The two systems are:
[CF00900( BCGV)12/95]
q
a manual heating and air conditioning system
[CF01100( GV)12/95]
q
an electronic automatic temperature control
system
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[CF01200( ALL)12/95]
If you are not sure which system your vehicle
has, see the diagrams on the following pages.
% [CF03500( BCGV)12/95]
The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
System
[CF03600( BCGV)04/96]
You can heat the inside of your vehicle, defrost
the windshield, and turn on the air conditioning
with the three controls in the center of the
instrument panel:
[CF03700( BCGV)12/95]
q
FAN
[CF03800( BCGV)12/95]
q
TEMP
[CF03900( BCGV)12/95]
q
SELECT
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one third page art:0010621-EThe controls for the manual heating and air conditioning
system
[CF04200( GV)12/95]
For maximum heating, move the SELECT knob
to FLOOR, move the TEMP knob to the end of
the red range (full clockwise) and move the fan
speed to HI.
% [CF04400( GV)12/95]
To heat the interior of your vehicle and defrost
the windshield at the same time, move the
SELECT knob to MIX and select the temperature
and fan speed desired.
[CF04600( GV)12/95]
For maximum defrosting, move the SELECT
knob to DEFROSTV, move the temperature to
the end of the red range (full clockwise) and
operate the fan as necessary to provide the
volume of air required.
% [CF04800( GV)12/95]
For ventilation, move the SELECT knob to VENT
and select the temperature and blower speed
desired.
[CF05000( GV)12/95]
To cool the inside of your vehicle quickly, in
warm weather, move the SELECT knob to MAX
A/C, move the TEMP knob to the end of the
blue range (full counterclockwise) and move the
fan to HI.
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button. The EATC will return to Automatic
operation. If you want to return to any override
function, press the button for that function. The
fan speed will continue to be automatically
controlled.
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[CF11700( GV)01/96]
Manual override buttons
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[CF11800( GV)12/95]
Your EATC has six buttons which allow you to
make special selections. The buttons are located
along the bottom edge of the EATC control and
allow you to determine where the air will be
discharged. Pressing any override button
changes the air discharge location only. It does
not affect the ability of the system to control
temperature or the fan speed. Return to fully
Automatic operation by pushing the
AUTOMATIC button.
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[CF11900( GV)12/95]
MAX A/C button
[CF12000( GV)12/95]
The MAX A/C feature allows for faster cooling
because air is drawn from inside the car. Using
inside air causes the fan to sound louder which
is normal for this selection. The Display window
will indicate MAX A/C under the selected
temperature. The airflow will be from the
instrument panel registers.
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[CF12100( GV)12/95]
NORM A/C button
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[CF12200( GV)12/95]
When you push this button, you select air
conditioning using outside air. The Display
window will indicate A/C under the selected
temperature. The cooled air will flow from the
instrument panel registers. The fan speed will
continue on automatic.
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[TO05100( ALL)01/96]
Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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[TO05200( ALL)01/96]
q
your vehicle is raised for service
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[TO05300( ALL)01/96]
q
the sound of the exhaust system changes
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[TO05400( ALL)01/96]
q
your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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[TO05500( ALL)01/96]
Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
[TO05600( ALL)12/95]
If the engine is idling while you are stopped in
an open area for long periods of time, open the
windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, the
heating or air conditioning system should be set
to any function except MAX A/C or AUTO.
[TO05800( BCGV)12/95]
q
If you use the heater, set the fan speed on
MEDIUM or HIGH with the function control
on any position except OFF and the
temperature control at any desired position.
[TO06000( BCGV)12/95]
q
If you use the air conditioner, set the fan
speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the
function control on any position except OFF
or MAX and the temperature control at any
desired position.
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[TO06100( ALL)01/96]
Pushing
[TO06300( BCGV)01/96]
Vehicles with automatic transmissions cannot be
started by pushing. Follow the directions under
If Your Vehicle Needs a Jump-Start.
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Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)..... 11,41
Accessory position on the ignition..... 92
Additives, engine oil.......... 215
Air bag supplemental
restraint system..........137, 290
and child safety seats......... 143
description.............. 137
driver air bag............ 137
indicator light........... 13,25
operation.............. 139
passenger air bag........... 139
service and information labels..... 139
tone generator............ 141
Air cleaner filter
location............... 213
specifications............. 257
Air conditioning
electronic automatic temperature control
system............... 74
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 71
Air suspension
description.............. 167
see also Rear air suspension system . . 167
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 120
Aluminum wheels............ 200
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 52
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 221
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 161
see also Brake............ 161
warning light............ 11,41
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Cleaning your vehicle (continued)
rustproofing............. 254
safety belts.............. 254
tail lamps.............. 254
upholstery and interior trim...... 255
washing............... 253
waxing............... 253
wheels................ 256
Climate control system.......... 71
air conditioning.......... 71,74
electronic automatic
temperature control.......... 74
heating.............. 71,74
Clock.................. 90
Clutch
fluid reservoir............ 218
specifications............. 259
Cold engine starting........... 156
Combination lap and shoulder belts . 127, 129
Compact disc radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 47
Controls
mirrors............... 104
power seat.............. 126
Convenience kit in cargo area...... 193
Coolant (see Engine coolant)....... 221
checking and adding......... 221
drain and flush............ 225
preparing for storage......... 261
refill capacities............ 258
specifications............. 259
temperature gauge......... 17,23
warnings............... 221
Cooling fan............... 210
Crankcase emission filter......... 257
Cupholder(s)............... 90
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.). . 267
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada..........267, 273
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H
Hazard flashers.............. 98
Headlamps
aiming................ 248
autolamp system............ 88
bulb specification........... 252
checking alignment.......... 248
cleaning............... 254
daytime running lights......... 86
flashing................ 95
high beam............... 95
replacing bulbs............ 248
turning on and off........... 87
Head restraints............. 123
Heating
electronic automatic temperature
control system............ 74
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 71
High beams
indicator light........... 15,25
operation............. 86,95
High-mount brakelamp......... 250
description.............. 250
replacing the bulb.......... 250
Hood................. 212
latch location............. 212
lubrication specifications........ 259
release lever............. 212
working under the hood....... 210
Horn................... 99
Hoses, checking............. 222
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Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) . . . 268
Idle, relearning...........206, 231
Ignition
chime................. 93
positions of the ignition......... 92
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