Black plate (124,1)
Operating Tips
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Operating the Air-Conditioning
System
Operate the air-conditioning system with
the engine running.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial on for a long period of time with
the ignition switch in the ON position
when the engine is not running.
q
Clearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions such as leaves,
snow and ice from the bonnet and the air
inlet in the cowl grille to improve the
system efficiency.
q
Foggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the air-conditioning system
to defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the
air conditioner by pressing the A/C switch
to dehumidify the air.
q
Outside/Recirculated Air Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
should be used only when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.
q
Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the air-conditioning system.
q
Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes
at least once a month to keep internal
parts lubricated.
q
Check the Refrigerant before the
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Ford Repairer
for refrigerant inspection.
The air conditioner is filled with
HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will
not damage the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Ford Repairer.
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Interior Comfort
Air-Conditioning System
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