1998 Mercury Villager Owner's Manuals

if you choose to manually override the airflow location by
selecting one of the function selector buttons, you will also need
to select the A/C button if you desire cool air-conditioned air.
(Your ATC automatically operates the air conditioning [if required]
when you are in the AUTOMATIC mode without illuminating
the A/C button, but the system requires you to manually select the
A/C button if you desire A/C operation when you manually
override airflow location.)
If you want continuous maximum cooling, push the
side of
the TEMP button until 60É F (16É C) shows in the display window.
The ATC will cool at its maximum level and disregard the
60É F (16É C) setting until a warmer temperature is selected. If
you want continuous maximum heating, push the
side of the
TEMP button until 90É F (32É C) shows in the display window.
The ATC will provide maximum heat regardless of the 90É F (32É C)
setting until a cooler temperature is selected.
The display window and the function selector buttons indicate
how the system is operating. The display window shows the
selected temperature and displays AUTO if you are operating
in the AUTOMATIC mode. If you override the automatic mode by
selecting any of the function selector buttons, AUTO no longer
appears in the display window and the appropriate function
selector button(s) illuminate. The display window also
indicates manual (thumbwheel) control of the fan speed when a
is shown.
Automatic Operation
Push the AUTOMATIC button and select the desired
temperature. The selected temperature and AUTO appear in the
display window. The ATC heats or cools to achieve the set
temperature. It is important to note that if the ATC engages your
vehicle's air-conditioning, it will do so automatically without
illuminating the A/C button.
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When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air
is sent to the floor. However, a feature is included in the ATC to
prevent blowing cold air to the floor if the engine coolant is
not warm enough to provide heating. Within three or four minutes
(once the engine coolant is warm enough), the fan speed
gradually increases and airflow changes to the floor.
If specific conditions exist (such as window fogging), the five
override buttons allow specific airflow selection. The dial allows
you to adjust the fan speed to suit your needs.
Temperature Selection
TheTEMPbutton on the left side of the control panel is
for temperature selection. The
side lowers the set temperature,
and the
side raises the set temperature. Press and hold
either side of the button to rapidly change the temperature setting
in one degree increments to either 65É F (18É C) or 85É F (29É C).
Then, the set temperature jumps 5É F and stops at either 60É F
(16É C), which is maximum cooling, or 90É F (32É C), which is
maximum heating.
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Changing the Display Mode (English/Metric)
To switch between the English and Metric display mode, press
the DEFROST and A/C buttons simultaneously while rotating the
fan speed dial upward until it stops moving. After one second,
the display will begin to toggle between English and Metric.
Fan Speed and Thumbwheel
The ATC automatically adjusts the fan speed to the existing
conditions. To control the fan speed yourself, use the thumbwheel
located at the extreme right side of the ATC control panel.
Using the thumbwheel cancels the automatic fan speed control,
and causes a
to appear in the display window. Rotate the
thumbwheel up for HI speeds and down for LO speeds.
To return to automatic fan control, press the AUTOMATIC button.
Airflow Function Selector Buttons
Your ATC has five buttons which allow you to make special
selections for airflow. The buttons are grouped in the middle of
the ATC panel and allow you to determine airflow location.
Pressing any of the function selector buttons illuminates the
button pushed and directs airflow to the appropriate location. The
temperature of the airflow will still be automatically controlled.
Return to fully automatic operation by pushing the AUTOMATIC
button.
Push this button for airflow to the floor and windshield at the
same time. The
indicator light illuminates, and the display
window shows the set temperature. However, the air is not
cooled below the temperature outside of the vehicle regardless of
the temperature setting unless the A/C button is pushed.
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Press this button to obtain maximum airflow to the windshield.
Adjust the temperature setting as required for defrosting. The
indicator light illuminates and the display window shows
the set temperature. When the outside temperature is about 50É F
(10É C) the air conditioning functions in order to dehumidify
the air to prevent window fogging.
Push this button to select airflow through the instrument panel
registers. The
indicator light illuminates and the display
window shows the set temperature. The ATC heats the air if the
selected temperature is warmer than the outside air coming
into the vehicle. However, the air is not cooled below the
temperature outside of the vehicle regardless of the temperature
setting unless the A/C button is pushed.
Push this button for air from the floor and instrument panel
registers at the same time. The
indicator light illuminates and
the display window shows the set temperature. The ATC heats
the air if the selected temperature is warmer than the outside air
coming into the vehicle. However, the air is not cooled below
the temperature outside of the vehicle regardless of the temperature
setting unless the A/C button is pushed.
Push this button to direct airflow to the floor. Theindicator light
illuminates and the display window shows the set temperature.
The ATC heats the air if the selected temperature is warmer than the
outside air coming into the vehicle. However, the air is not cooled
below the temperature outside of the vehicle regardless of the
temperature setting unless the A/C button is pushed.
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Air Conditioning and Air Recirculation
Activate the air conditioning in any of the function selector
override modes by pressing the A/C button. The A/C indicator
light on the button illuminates to verify activation, and
cooled air flows from the vents. Fan speed continues to be
controlled by the ATC unless the fan speed dial is used to override
the ATC.
Press the
button to choose air recirculation. In this mode the
ATC system recirculates the air inside the vehicle rather than
drawing air from outside. Use this mode together with the air
conditioning to rapidly cool the inside of the vehicle or to
dehumidify the air inside the vehicle.
Rear Passenger Compartment Climate Control System
with Front Passenger ATC
If your vehicle is equipped with ATC, the rear passenger
compartment will also have climate controls so that rear seat
occupants can select their own personal climate comfort level.
The rear seat climate control system is controlled from the main
ATC system on the instrument panel. If the front ATC system
is off, the rear system will also be off. Also, if the rear seat climate
control lever is set in OFF, the rear climate controls are turned
off.
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If the rear seat climate control lever is set in any of the fan speed
positions (1-4), air will be discharged from the rear seat vents
at the corresponding speed. Rear seat passengers can choose
airflow to be distributed out of the upper or lower vents by using
the vent selection switch on the rear climate control panel. The
air temperature from the rear climate control system will be
automatically controlled by the front ATC system. Rear seat
passengers cannot control fan speed or air temperature by using
the temperature control knobs on the rear climate control
panel.
If the rear seat climate control lever is set in the REAR position,
the front ATC system will not control the rear climate control
system. Rear seat passengers can control fan speed, upper or lower
air distribution, and temperature control from the rear system
by using the rear climate controls.
Rear seat climate control system panel
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Liftgate Window Features
Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or thin
ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window. The
defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
If your vehicle is equipped with heated rearview mirrors, they
activate when the rear window defogger is switched on.
The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the right
of the steering column.
Before using the defogger, clear away any snow that is on the rear
window and outside rearview mirrors. With the engine
running, push the defroster button.
After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If the
window or mirrors are still not clear, turn the defroster on
again.
Rear window defogger switch location
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The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to the
OFF or START position.
Never use sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners to
clean the inside of your rear window. If you do, you may damage
the wires that are bonded to the inside of the rear window, and
cause damage to the rear window defogger.
Rear Wiper and Washer
The controls for the rear wiper and washer can also be found on
the instrument panel to the right of the instrument cluster.
The rear wiper and washer controls operate with the ignition in
the ACC and ON positions.
To turn on the rear wiper, press the RR WIPER switch. The
wiper will operate until it is turned off. The wiper will complete
one cycle every 10 to 15 seconds. To turn off the rear wiper,
press the RR WIPER switch a second time.
Rear wiper and washer switch locations
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