2015 FORD E SERIES climate control

Lighting 60
Lighting control.......................................60
Instrument lighting dimmer...............................61
Daytime running lamps..................................61
Turn signal control.....................................62
Interior lamps........................................62
Windows and Mirrors 63
Power windows.......................................63
Exteriormirrors.......................................64
Interiormirrors .......................................67
Sunvisors ...........................................67
Instrument Cluster 68
Gauges.............................................68
Warning lamps and indicators.............................70
Audible warnings and indicators...........................73
Information Displays 74
Controls.............................................74
Information messages...................................79
Climate Control 82
Manual heating and air conditioning........................82
Seats 86
Sitting in the correct position.............................86
Head restraints........................................87
Manual seats.........................................87
Power seats..........................................89
Auxiliary Power Points 90
Starting and Stopping the Engine 93
Ignition switch........................................94
Engine block heater....................................97
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HEATER ONLY SYSTEM
A.Fan speed control:Controls the volume of air circulated in your
vehicle. Adjust to select the desired fan speed.
B.Temperature control:Controls the temperature of the airflow in
your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired temperature.
C.Air distribution control:Turn the control to direct airflow from the
windshield, instrument panel, or floor vents. The system can distribute
air through any combination of these vents.
•VENT:Select to distribute air through the instrument panel air vents.
•FLR:Select to distribute air through the floor vents.
•OFF:Select to turn the system off.
•MIX:Select to distribute air through the instrument panel and floor
air vents.
Select to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister.
Air distribution to instrument panel and floor vents turn off.
You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a
thin covering of ice.
HI
LO
COOL WARMVENTFLROFF
MIX FAN
ABC
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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL
A.Fan speed control:Controls the volume of air circulated in your
vehicle. Adjust to select the desired fan speed.
B.Temperature control:Controls the temperature of the airflow in
your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired temperature.
C.Air distribution control:Turn the control to direct airflow from the
windshield, instrument panel, or floor vents. The system can distribute
air through any combination of these vents.
•MAX A/C:Select to maximize cooling. Recirculated air flows through
the instrument panel vents, air conditioning automatically turns on,
and the fan automatically adjusts to the highest speed.
•NORM A/C:Select to turn air conditioning compressor on or off. Use
air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance
and efficiency.
•VENT:Select to distribute air through the instrument panel air vents.
•OFF:Select to turn the system off.
•FLR:Select to distribute air through the floor vents.
•MIX:Select to distribute air through the instrument panel and floor
air vents.
Select to distribute air to the windshield vents and de-mister.
Air distribution to instrument panel and floor vents turn off.
You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a
thin covering of ice.
HI
LO
COOL WARMVENT
NORM
A/C
MAX
A/COFF
MIX FLR FAN
ABC
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REAR FAN SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Controls the volume of air circulated in the rear of your vehicle.
Adjust to select the desired fan speed or switch off.
HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
Note:You may feel a small amount of air from the floor air vents
regardless of the air distribution setting.
Note:To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with
the system switched off.
Note:Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere
with the airflow to the rear seats.
Note:Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the
base of the windshield.
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather,
adjust the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position.
Increase the temperature and fan speed to improve clearing, if required.
Heating the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the highest setting.
3 SelectFLRusing the air distribution control.
REAR
HI
LO
OFF
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Recommended Settings for Heating
1 Adjust the fan speed to the center setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot
settings.
3 SelectMIXusing the air distribution control.
Cooling the Interior Quickly
1 Adjust the fan speed toHI.
2 Adjust the temperature control toCOOL.
3 SelectMAX A/Cusing the air distribution control.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
1 Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the
cold settings.
3 SelectNORM A/Cusing the air distribution control.
Vehicle Stationary for Extended Periods during Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures
1 Apply the parking brake.
2 Place the transmission in positionP.
3 SelectMAX A/Cusing the air distribution control.
4 Adjust the fan speed toLO.
Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
1 Adjust the air distribution control toNORM A/C.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting.
3 Adjust the fan speed toHI.
4 Direct the instrument panel side air vents toward the side
windows.
5 Close the instrument panel vents.
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Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
Note:Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as
starter damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off
and wait 30 seconds before trying again.
Note:Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system.
Such fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and
possible personal injury.
Note:You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the
engine is cold when operating on E85 ethanol.
The starting characteristics of all grades of E85 ethanol make it
unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors
should supply winter grade ethanol (same as with unleaded gasoline).
If summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, 0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle
or hesitation until the engine has warmed up.
If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E85 ethanol,
and neither an alternative brand of E85 ethanol nor an engine block
heater is available, adding unleaded gasoline to your tank improves cold
starting performance. Your vehicle is designed to operate on E85 ethanol
alone, unleaded gasoline alone, or any mixture of the two.
SeeChoosing the right fuelin theFuels and Refuelingchapter for
more information on ethanol.
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
this checked immediately. Do not drive your vehicle if you smell
exhaust fumes. Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take
precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and leave the engine idling for long periods,
we recommend that you do one of the following:
•Open the windows at least 1 inch (2.5 centimeters).
•Set your climate control to outside air.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
WARNING:Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or personal injury.
WARNING:Do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical
systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
Note:The heater is most effective when outdoor temperatures are
below 0°F (-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by warming the engine coolant.
This allows the climate control system to respond quickly. The
equipment includes a heater element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the system to a grounded 120–volt A/C
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following for safe and correct operation:
•Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord that is product certified
by Underwriter’s Laboratory or Canadian Standards Association.
This extension cord must be suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly markedSuitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances.Never use an indoor extension cord outdoors; it could
result in an electric shock or become a fire hazard.
•Use as short an extension cord as possible.
•Do not use multiple extension cords.
•Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug and the
heater cord plug connections are free and clear of water. This could
cause an electric shock or fire.
•
Make sure your vehicle is parked in a clean area, clear of combustibles.
•Make sure the heater, heater cord and extension cord are firmly
connected.
•Check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30 minutes.
•Make sure the system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving
your vehicle. Make sure the protective cover seals the prongs of the
block heater cord plug when not in use.
•Keep plug terminals clean and free of dirt and corrosion.
•Make sure the heater system is checked for proper operation before
winter.
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TOWING THE VEHICLE ON FOUR WHEELS
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle becomes inoperable (without access to wheel dollies,
car-hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle), it can be flat-towed (all
wheels on the ground, regardless of the powertrain and transmission
configuration) under the following conditions:
•Your vehicle is facing forward for towing in a forward direction.
•Place the transmission in positionN.SeeAutomatic transmissionin
theTransmissionchapter if you cannot move the transmission into
N.
•Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 kilometers).
Recreational Towing
Note:Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to
prevent exhaust fumes from entering your vehicle. See theClimate
Controlchapter.
Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing, such
as towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. We designed these
guidelines to prevent damage to your transmission.
Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or
transmission damage may occur. It is recommended to tow your vehicle
with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car-hauling
trailer. Otherwise, you cannot tow your vehicle.
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