2013 FORD EXPEDITION Owners Manual

F.REAR (temperature control):Press to turn on the auxiliary climate
control system and to set the desired rear temperature with the front
control. The rear temperature is the same as the front temperature when
only the center rear temperature bar is lit. The rear temperature is
different from the front temperature when more than one rear
temperature bar is lit.
When this button is pressed, the display only shows the rear temperature
setting. After the rear setting changes are completed on the front
control, the display automatically shows both climate settings.
G.Passenger temperature control:Press and turn to increase or
decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.
H.Rear defrost:Press to turn the heated windows and mirrors on and
off. SeeHeated windows and mirrorslater in this chapter for more
information.
I.Auxiliary climate control fan speed:Press to turn on the auxiliary
climate control system or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front
control.
J.Passenger heated seat control:Press to switch the passenger
heated seat on and off. SeeHeated seatsin theSeatschapter for more
information.
K.Passenger cooled seat control:Press to switch the passenger
cooled seat on and off. SeeHeated and cooled seatsin theSeats
chapter for more information.
L.REAR (on/off):Press to turn on the auxiliary climate controls in the
rear of the floor console. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off.
When this button is pressed, the display only shows the rear temperature
setting. After the rear setting changes are completed on the front
control, the display automatically shows both climate settings.
M.Air distribution control:Turn to set the air distribution to a
position listed below:
Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,
and demister vents.
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Distributes air through the floor vents.
Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister
vents and floor vents.
Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and
demister vents. This setting can also be used to defog and clear
the windshield of a thin covering of ice.
N.Driver heated seat control:Press to switch the driver heated seat
on and off. SeeHeated seatsin theSeatschapter for more information.
O.Driver cooled seat control:Press to switch the driver cooled seat
on and off. SeeHeated and cooled seatsin theSeatschapter for more
information.
P.Front fan speed control:Controls the volume of air circulated in
your vehicle. Press to increase or decrease fan speed.
Q.Footwell/Defrost:Distributes air through the windshield defroster
vents, demister vents and floor vents.
R.Footwell:Distributes air through the floor vents.
S.Instrument panel/Footwell:Distributes air through the instrument
panel vents, floor vents, and demister vents.
T.Instrument panel:Distributes air through the instrument panel
vents.
U.Manual override controls:Press buttons I through P to override
automatic control (AUTO). To return to automatic operation, press
AUTO.
V.OFF:Turn the climate control system off. When the system is off,
outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.
W.Driver temperature control:Press to turn the climate control
system on and off. Turn to increase or decrease the air temperature for
the driver side of the vehicle.
This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone
operation is disengaged.
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AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Your auxiliary climate controls are located on the rear of the center
console and can be used when REAR has been pressed on the front
climate control system. The temperature is set by the front controls. Use
the rear control to adjust the fan speed or turn the auxiliary controls off
(O).
A.Fan speed control:Turn to select the desired fan speed.
B.Temperature and air distribution control:The distribution of air
is based on the temperature selected. Adjust for comfort.
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select Defrost. Temperature and fan speed can also be increased to
improve clearing.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base
of the windshield.
Cooling the interior quickly:
1. Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting initially and then
adjust it to suit the desired comfort level.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the lowest temperature setting.
3. Adjust the air distribution control to the MAX A/C position.
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Recommended settings for cooling:
•Adjust the air distribution control to the NORM A/C position.
If your vehicle stationary for extended periods during extreme high
ambient temperatures
•Select MAX A/C position.
For maximum cooling performance, turn the air distribution control to
MAX A/C.
To aid in side window defogging and demisting in cold or humid weather:
1. Select Panel/Footwell.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
6. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the
vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Dual Automatic Temperature Control System
•To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,
select Defrost. Temperature and fan speed can also be increased to
improve clearing.
•To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
system off or with recirculated air engaged.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base
of the windshield.
Cooling the interior quickly:
1. Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting initially and then
adjust it to suit the desired comfort level.
2. Adjust the temperature control to the lowest temperature setting.
3. Adjust the air distribution control to the MAX A/C position.
Recommended settings for cooling:
•Adjust the air distribution control to the NORM A/C position.
If your vehicle stationary for extended periods during extreme high
ambient temperatures
•Select MAX A/C position.
For maximum cooling performance in manual override control:
1. Choose Panel, A/C, and recirc controls.
2. Set the temperature to LO.
3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting.
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To aid in side window defogging and demisting in cold or humid weather:
1. Select Floor/Panel.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
6. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the
vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Rear Window
Note:The vehicle must be running to use this feature.
Press the control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. Press the
control again within 15 minutes to switch it off. It turns off automatically
after approximately 15 minutes, or when you switch the ignition off.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped)
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could
cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Note:Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
Both mirrors are heated to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear
window defroster is activated.
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SITTING IN THE CORRECT POSITION
WARNING:Sitting improperly out of position or with the
seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat
cushion and affect the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious
injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback,
with your feet on the floor.
WARNING:Do not recline the seatback as this can cause the
occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe
personal injury in the event of a collision.
WARNING:Do not place objects higher than the seatbacks to
reduce the risk of injury in a collision or during heavy braking or
when stopping suddenly.
When you use them properly, the
seat, head restraint, safety belt and
airbags will provide optimum
protection in the event of a
collision. We recommend that you
follow these guidelines:
•Do not recline the seatback more
than 30 degrees from vertical.
•Sit in an upright position with the
base of your spine as far back as
possible.
•Adjust the head restraint so that the top of it is level with the top of
your head and as far forward as possible, remaining comfortable.
•Keep sufficient distance between yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 inches (250 millimeters) between your
breastbone and the airbag cover.
•Hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.
•Bend your legs slightly so that you can press the pedals fully.
•Position the shoulder strap of the safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap tightly across your hips.
Make sure that your driving position is comfortable and that you can
maintain full control of your vehicle.
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HEAD RESTRAINTS
WARNING:To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a
crash, you and the passenger occupants should not sit in and/or
operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper
position. Never adjust the head restraint while the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING:The adjustable head restraint is a safety device.
Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted
when the seat is occupied.
WARNING:Install the head restraint properly to minimize the
risk of neck injury in the event of a crash.
Note:Adjust the seatback to an upright driving position before adjusting
any head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of
the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as
close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely
tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position.
Front Seat Head Restraints
The head restraints consist of :
A. An energy absorbing head restraint
B. Two steel stems
C. Guide sleeve adjust and release button
D. Guide sleeve unlock and remove button
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Adjusting the Head Restraint
Raise
Pull up the head restraint.
Lower
1. Press and hold button C.
2. Push down on the head restraint.
Remove
1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment
position.
2. Press and hold buttons C and D.
3. Pull up the head restraint.
Reinstall
Align the steel stems into the guide sleeves and push the head restraint
down until it locks.
Second row outboard seat head restraints –The outboard head
restraints are non-adjustable, but they can be folded.
The non-adjustable head restraints
consist of:
•a trimmed energy absorbing foam
and structure (A),
•and a fold strap (B).
1. Pull the fold strap to fold the outboard head restraint.
2. Pull up on the head restraint to place the head restraint back to the
upright position.
Second row center seat head restraint –The center rear head
restraint is fixed and non-adjustable. The head restraint consists of a
trimmed foam covering over the upper structure of the seatback.
A
B
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