1997 Mercury Mercury Cougar air conditioning

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Controls and Features
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The main controls for the climate control system,
clock, and radio are on the instrument panel.
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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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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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The Climate Control Systems
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Your vehicle has one of two different climate
control systems. The two systems are:
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a manual heating and air conditioning system
[CF01000( BC )12/95]
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a semi-automatic temperature control
system (if equipped)
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If you are not sure which system your vehicle
has, see the diagrams on the following pages.
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The Manual Heating and Air Conditioning
System
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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:
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FAN
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TEMP
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SELECT
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one third page art:0011216-CThe controls for the manual heating and air conditioning
system
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To heat the interior of your vehicle, turn the
SELECT control to FLOOR, turn the TEMP
control to the end of the red range (full right)
and turn the FAN control to HI. Temperature
and fan speed can be adjusted as desired.
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To defrost the windshield and side windows,
turn the SELECT control to defrostV, turn the
TEMP control to the end of the red range (full
right) and turn the FAN control to HI.
Temperature and fan speed can be adjusted as
desired.
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To heat the interior and defrost the windshield
and side windows, at the same time, turn the
SELECT control to FLOOR & DEF, turn the
TEMP control to the end of the red range (full
right) and turn the FAN control to HI.
[CF04900( BC )04/96]
To direct either heated or cooled air to the panel
registers and the floor at the same time, turn the
SELECT control to PANEL & FLOOR, turn the
TEMP control for the temperature desired and
set the fan speed as desired.
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To cool your vehicle using outside air, turn the
SELECT control to A/C, turn the TEMP control
all the way to the end of the blue range (full
left) and turn the FAN control to the desired
speed between LO and HI. A/C provides quieter
system operation than MAX A/C, but it is not
as efficient as MAX A/C which uses recirculated
air.
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To ventilate your vehicle with outside air,
during mild weather, turn the SELECT control to
PANEL, turn the TEMP control for the
temperature desired and set the FAN control to
the speed desired.
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Under normal conditions, the SELECT control
should be left in any position other than MAX
A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This
allows the vehicle to ªbreatheº through the
outside air inlet duct.
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather,
turn the SELECT control to MAX A/C, turn the
TEMP control all the way to the end of the blue
range (full left) and turn the FAN control to HI.
MAX A/C uses recirculated air and is the most
fuel efficient way to cool your vehicle and can
also be used in heavy traffic to prevent exhaust
fumes from entering the vehicle. MAX A/C can
also be used in high humidity areas for more
efficient operation.
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If the interior of your vehicle is very warm,
drive for the first few minutes with the windows
open. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioning to
work faster.
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather,
turn the SELECT control to MAX A/C and turn
the FAN control to AUTO. As the vehicle
interior cools down, the discharge air
temperature and fan speed will automatically
and gradually be changed to maintain the set
temperature with airflow from the instrument
panel registers.
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If the interior of your vehicle is very warm,
drive for the first few minutes with the windows
open. This will force the hot, stale air out and
allow the air conditioning to work faster.
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To cool your vehicle with outside air, turn the
SELECT control to A/C and turn the FAN
control to AUTO or to a fixed speed setting as
you desire. Cooling your vehicle in this manner
provides a quieter system operation, but it will
not cool as efficiently and is not as fuel efficient
as MAX A/C which uses recirculated air.
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To ventilate your vehicle with outside air, turn
the SELECT control to PANEL and the FAN
control to AUTO. The fan will remain off until
the engine is warm enough to provide heat.
However, if the interior temperature is above the
set temperature, the fan will turn on
immediately. Temperature may be set as desired
and FAN speed can be selected.
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A/C compressor override
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The A/C compressor can be disengaged for
more economical driving. This can be done by
turning the SELECT control to PANEL. The A/C
compressor is automatically engaged by the
control in MAX A/C, PANEL & FLOOR, NORM
A/C, FLOOR & DEF, and DEFROST positions if
the outside temperature is above45ÊF (7ÊC).
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Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems
checked whenever:
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your vehicle is raised for service
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the sound of the exhaust system changes
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your vehicle has been damaged in a collision
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Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet
vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris.
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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.
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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.
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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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Pushing
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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 295
Index
A
ABS warning light
(see Anti-lock brake system)....... 11
Accessory position on the ignition..... 73
Additives, engine oil.......... 207
Air bag supplemental
restraint system............ 119
and child safety seats......... 211
description.............. 119
driver air bag............ 119
indicator light............. 13
operation.............. 121
passenger air bag........... 121
service and information labels..... 285
tone generator............ 121
Air cleaner filter
location............... 204
specifications............. 253
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 59
semi-automatic temperature
control system............ 62
Alarm, activating remote personal.... 100
Antenna, radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 25
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)...... 213
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description.............. 151
see also Brake............ 151
warning light.............. 11
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Index 299
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 249
chrome and aluminum parts...... 250
engine compartment......... 252
exterior............... 249
exterior lamps............ 250
fabric................ 251
headlamps.............. 250
instrument panel.......... 59,251
instrument panel lens......... 251
interior............... 251
interior lamps............ 251
mirrors................ 93
plastic parts............. 250
polishing............... 249
rustproofing............. 250
safety belts.............. 250
tail lamps.............. 250
upholstery and interior trim...... 251
washing............... 249
waxing............... 249
wheels................ 252
Climate control system.......... 59
air conditioning.......... 59,62
heating.............. 59,62
Clock.................. 72
Cold engine starting........... 146
Combination lap and shoulder belts . . . 110
Compact disc player (see Electronic
sound system)........... 26,31
Compact disc radio (see Electronic
sound system)............. 26
Console, description............ 94
Controls
mirrors................ 93
power seat.............. 106
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Index 305
H
Hazard flashers.............. 78
Headlamps
aiming................ 243
autolamp system............ 69
bulb specification........... 248
checking alignment.......... 243
cleaning............... 250
daytime running lights......... 67
flashing................ 76
high beam............... 75
replacing bulbs............ 243
turning on and off........... 68
Head restraints............. 103
Heating
manual heating and air
conditioning system......... 59
semi-automatic system......... 62
High beams
indicator light............. 16
operation............... 75
High-mount brakelamp......... 246
description.............. 246
replacing the bulb.......... 246
Hitch................. 165
Hood................. 204
latch location............. 204
lubrication specifications........ 255
release lever............. 204
working under the hood....... 202
Horn................... 79
Hoses, checking............. 214
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