1998 FORD WINDSTAR Owners Manual

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Air Conditioning (A/C) Controls Ð Main (Front) System
Only (Manual Air Conditioning)
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The climate controls Ð main A/C
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The Fan Speed Knob controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle. There are four fan settings: Low, Medium Low, Medium
High, and High.
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NOTE: The fan will not operate when the Function Selector
Knob is in them(OFF) position.
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The Temperature Control Knob may be adjusted from COOL air
in the blue range to WARM air in the red range.
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NOTE: Air temperature can be adjusted for the main climate
control system only. Air temperature from the
auxiliary heating/air conditioning system (if equipped)
cannot be adjusted. Rear passengers will receive either
FULL COOL or FULL WARM air based on the setting
of the Rear Control and Function Selector Knob.
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The Function Selector Knob controls air circulation and A/C
Compressor Operation.
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The air conditioning settings include MAX A/C, A/C andS
(Panel/Floor). However, heating capabilities are also provided in
these modes. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as necessary
to receive cool (air-conditioned) or warm (heated) air when in
these modes.
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NOTE: The A/C compressor will only operate when outside
air temperatures are above approximately45ÊF (7ÊC).
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The climate control system provides fresh outside air in all
function control settings except for MAX A/C andm(OFF).
Only recirculated interior air is available in MAX A/C.
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InMAX A/C, air from inside the passenger compartment is
recirculated continuously and the A/C compressor is engaged.
In this position, the system provides maximum cooling,
maximum dehumidifying, and greater fuel efficiency. It also has
a greater noise level because the sound of the air from the
blower motor is not muffled by a closed damper door as it
would be in all other functional settings.
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InA/C, outside air is drawn into the system and the A/C
compressor is engaged. The cooling process and the distribution
of cooled air is the same as that provided with MAX A/C.
Because outside air is drawn into the system, it will not have
the advantage of cooling already cooled air. It will have a lower
noise level because a closed damper door muffles the sound of
the air from the blower motor.
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InQ(PANEL), air is drawn from the outside and directed into
the passenger compartment through the instrument panel
registers. The temperature of the air can be varied by adjusting
the Temperature Control Knob. This mode is normally used as a
vent setting. The A/C compressor does not operate in this
mode, only heating capabilities are provided.
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Inm(OFF), air supply is shut off from all outlets and all
blower motor operation is stopped. Use this setting when
driving through an area where outside air is unpleasant or
dusty.
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RWARNING
Operating with the Function Selector Control in off or in
Max A/C for extended periods of time in cold weather
can result in fog buildup on interior glass surfaces.
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This fogging can make it difficult to see the road for safe
driving. Operating in the A/C,Q(PANEL),S
(PANEL/FLOOR),R(FLOOR),P(DEFROST/FLOOR) and
V(DEFROST) positions will help prevent fogging. Adjust the
temperature as necessary for comfort.
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InS(PANEL/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of
airflow are directed to the instrument panel registers and the
floor outlets. This setting will engage the A/C compressor, thus
providing you with an additional A/C mode.
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InR(FLOOR), most of the system's air supply is directed to
the floor outlets with a small amount going to the windshield
and side window demisters.
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InP(DEFROST/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of air
are directed to the windshield and floor outlets with a small
amount to the side windows.
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NOTE: If outside air temperatures are above approximately
45ÊF (7ÊC), theP(DEFROST/FLOOR) andV
(DEFROST) positions will also automatically engage
the air-conditioning compressor in order to reduce the
humidity in the air and aid in clearing the inside
glass. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as
necessary for comfort.
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InV(DEFROST), most of the air is directed through the
defrosters and onto the windshield. A small amount is diverted
to the floor.
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Heater Controls (Heater-Only Vehicles)
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The fan speed, temperature, and function controls are essentially
the same as the A/C controls described previously with the
exception that the control assembly has no function settings for
MAX A/C and A/C and no A/C compressor operation is
provided in any of the function settings. An illustration of the
control for a heater-only system follows.
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Climate control panel Ð Heater-Only System
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Turning On the Heat
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Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for
sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge.
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To heat the inside of your vehicle:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toR(FLOOR). Outside
air is drawn in and directed into the passenger compartment
through the floor outlets. Small quantities of air are also
directed to the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob toward the WARM
(red) area.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the speed of your choice. When
your vehicle warms up, you may want to set the Fan Speed
Knob to a lower speed, or adjust the Temperature Control
Knob to a lower setting to maintain a comfortable
temperature.
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To defrost the windshield and side windows:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toV(DEFROST), turn the
Temperature Control Knob to the WARM (red) area and turn
the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
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To heat and defrost at the same time:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toP
(DEFROST/FLOOR),turn the Temperature Control Knob and
the Fan Speed Knob to provide the temperature and fan
speed you prefer.
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Do not place objects under the front seats unless your vehicle is
equipped with an under seat storage tray. Improperly stored
objects will interfere with the flow of air to the back seats.
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the area below the
windshield on the outside of your vehicle. They could block the
air intake.
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Heating and Air Conditioning System
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Turning On the Heat
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You can heat the inside of your vehicle and defrost the
windshield using the Function Selector Knob located in the
control assembly in the instrument panel.
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The seven function selector modes are: MAX A/C, AC,Q
(PANEL),S(PANEL/FLOOR),R(FLOOR),P
(DEFROST/FLOOR), andV(DEFROST). If your vehicle is
equipped with a rear seat climate control system, the instrument
panel will also include a rear seat climate control knob. Front
passengers determine the temperature and location of the
airflow for the rear passengers by the settings on the Function
Selector and Rear Control Knob in the front climate control
panel. To turn on the rear passenger compartment control
system, select REAR CTRL, Medium Low, Medium High, or
High on either the heat (red dots) or cool (blue dots) side. Front
passengers must be in MAX A/C, A/C, PANEL/FLOOR,
DEFROST/FLOOR or DEFROST for cooled recirculated air in
the rear, otherwise, recirculated non-cooled air will be available
in the rear. With the knob set to REAR CTRL, rear seat
passengers will have control of rear fan speed on the rear seat
climate control panel. Positions Medium Low, Medium High, or
High will control rear fan speed from the front control panel.
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The climate controls Ð main and auxiliary system A/C Ð Heater System Ð if
equipped
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The auxiliary system is controlled exclusively by the 9-position
switch. If the control is turned to the left, cool air will be
delivered at the beltline and overhead. If the control is turned
to the right, warm air will be delivered to the floor area. The
further left or right from the OFF position the control is turned,
the higher the fan speed.
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The standard heating system and the heating portion of the
heating and air conditioning system are essentially identical.
There is one exception, however; the air conditioning
compressor will automatically engage when theP
(DEFROST/FLOOR) orV(DEFROST) position is selected to
aid in defogging and defrosting the inside glass when the
outside temperature is above approximately45ÊF (7ÊC).Refer to
the heating system operating instructions covered previously for
a more detailed explanation of heating system operation.
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Turning on the Air Conditioner
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To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to MAX A/C.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
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If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passenger
compartment air conditioning unit, it will be on when the
front system is on MAX A/C, A/C or PANEL/FLOOR and
the rear climate control knob is set to REAR CTRL, and any
fan speed on the blue side. Refer to the previous section for
an explanation of the heating system.
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Adjust your instrument panel registers.
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If the inside of your vehicle is very warm, you may want to
drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
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The air conditioner may be used to cool the outside air being
drawn into your vehicle, but using recirculated air is more
economical and cools your vehicle more quickly.
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Cooling your vehicle with outside air
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Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter
but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less
cooling capacity.
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To cool your vehicle with outside air:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob to the A/C orS
(PANEL/FLOOR).
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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