1997 FORD ESCORT air condition

* if equipped with air conditioning
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Vents (pg. 18)Refer toAudio Guide
(electronic stereo radio with
cassette shown; others
available) (pg. 17)
Rear window
defroster (if
equipped) (pg. 24)
Climate controls
(pg. 17)
Instrumentation
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AUDIO SYSTEM
For information on the audio
system, refer to theAudio Guide.
CLIMATE CONTROLS
Your vehicle has one of the
following climate control systems:
²Manual heating system
²Manual heating and air
conditioning system
In some modes, the two systems
function similarly; in modes where
the systems do not function
similarly, the different functions
are noted.
* If equipped with air conditioning
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Turn the air distribution dial to the
desired airflow position. For
vehicles with manual heating
systems, the modes can only be
used for heating or ventilating
(except OFF).
To prevent humidity buildup inside
of the vehicle, always drive with
the climate control system turned
on.
Do not put objects under the front
seats that interfere with the flow
of air to the back seat area.
* If equipped with air conditioning
Using the MAX A/C mode
²MAX A/C mode (if equipped)
can be used for air conditioning
or heating. This mode is noisier
but more economical than A/C;
it will only function if the air
temperature outside the vehicle
is about 10ÉC (50ÉF) or higher.
Select MAX A/C and turn the
temperature dial to the left for
recirculated, cooled airflow
through these vents:
Using the A/C mode
²A/C mode (if equipped) can be
used for heating, ventilating, or
air conditioning; the air
OFF
*A/C
*MAX
A/C
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conditioning can only function if
the air temperature outside the
vehicle is about 10ÉC (50ÉF) or
higher. Select A/C and turn the
temperature dial to the left for
recirculated, cooled airflow
through these vents:
Using the panel mode
²This brings in outside air and
can be used for heating and
ventilating. Select
for airflow
through these vents:
Using the floor mode
In the OFF mode, outside air is
shut out and the fan will not
operate.
Using the panel/floor mode
Manual heating system
²This mode brings in outside air
and can be used for heating and
ventilating.
Manual heating and air
conditioning system
²This mode brings in outside air
and can be used for heating,
ventilating, or air conditioning;
the air conditioning can only
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Manual heating and air
conditioning system
²This brings in outside air and
can be used for heating,
ventilating, or air conditioning in
order to dehumidify the
windshield; the air conditioning
can only function if the air
temperature outside the vehicle
is about 10ÉC (50ÉF) or higher.
Select
for airflow through
these vents:
Using the defrost mode
Manual heating system
²This brings in outside air and
can be used for heating and
ventilating and will clear ice or
fog from the windshield and
front side windows.
Manual heating and air
conditioning system
²This brings in outside air and
can be used for heating,
ventilating, or air conditioning in
order to dehumidify the
windshield; the air conditioning
can only function if the air
temperature outside the vehicle
is about 10ÉC (50ÉF) or higher.
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Selectfor airflow through
these vents:
Special features
For slightly warm airflow toward
your feet and slightly cool airflow
toward your chest at the same
time:
* If equipped with air conditioning
For about the same temperature
airflow toward your chest and feet:
* If equipped with air conditioning
For better airflow
Remove snow, ice, and leaves from
the intake vents for the best
airflow:
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OFF
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A/C
OFF
HI LO*A/C*MAX
A/C
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SAFETY BELT INDICATOR
LIGHT AND WARNING CHIME
illuminates in the instrument
cluster and a chime sounds to
remind the occupants to fasten
their safety belts.
Conditions of operation
If...Then...
The driver's safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition key is
turned to ON...The safety belt indicator
illuminates for one to two minutes
and the warning chime sounds for
4-8 seconds.
The driver's side safety belt is
buckled while the indicator light is
illuminated and the warning
chime is sounding...The safety belt indicator light and
the warning chime turn off.
The driver's safety belt is buckled
before the ignition key is turned
to ON...The safety belt indicator light and
warning chime remain off.
AIR BAG PRECAUTIONS
Your vehicle is equipped with an
air bag supplemental restraint
system (SRS) designed to work
with the safety belts to help
protect you and your right front
seat passenger in the event of a
collision.
All occupants of the
vehicle, including the
driver, should always wear their
safety belts, even when an air
bag SRS is provided.
Seating and safety restraints
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If the engine is idling while the
vehicle is stopped in an open area
for long periods of time, open the
windows at least 2.5 cm (1 in).
Adjust the heating or air
conditioning (if equipped) to bring
in fresh air.
*If equipped with air conditioning
OFF
HI LO*A/C*MAX
A/C
HI LOOFF*A/C*MAX
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