climate control FORD FREESTYLE 2007 1.G User Guide

Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats and
rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)
1.
Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the
windshield. To exit
select another mode.
2.Rear temperature control:Press to enable the auxiliary system and
set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The
rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature
setting when only the center rear temperature bar is illuminated. The
rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver
airflow temperature setting when more than one temperature bar is
illuminated.
3.Passenger temperature control:Press to increase/decrease the
airflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle.
4.
RRear defroster:Press to activate/deactivate rear window
defroster. Refer toRear window defrosterin this section for more
information.
5.
Rear fan speed control:Press to enable the auxiliary system or
to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed
settings are 4, 3, 2, 1 and OFF.
6.
Passenger heated seat control:Press once to activate high heat
setting (2 indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (1
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indicator light), and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat.
Note:The heated seat feature will remain on for approximately ten
minutes.
7.
Recirculated air:Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation
in the cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool
down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be
engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost.
Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections.
8.A/C:Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages
automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost.
9.DUAL (Dual temperature control):Press to engage/disengage
separate passenger side temperature control.
10.Airflow direction control:Press to toggle through the air
distribution modes listed below. The selected mode will be shown in the
display.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console
vents (if equipped).
:Distributes air through the instrument panel, floor and center
console vents (if equipped).
:Distributes air through the floor vents.Note:You may notice a
small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and floor
vents.
11.Manual override controls:Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
12.
Driver heated seat control:Press to heat the driver seat. Press
once to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Press again to activate
low heat (one indicator light). Press again to deactivate the driver
heated seat.Note:The heated seat feature will remain on for
approximately ten minutes.
13.Front fan speed control:Press to manually increase or decrease
the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.
14.EXT:Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display
cabin temperature settings.
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15.F/C (Temperature conversions):Press to switch temperature
display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius.
16.OFF:Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned
off.
17.Driver temperature control:Press to increase/decrease the
temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side
temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. The recommended vehicle
cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C).
18.AUTO:Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will
automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and
outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the
desired temperature.
19.REAR:Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press
again to turn the auxiliary system OFF.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
airflow selector in the 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.
•For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):
In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature.
In manual override control, select
or, A/C and recirculated
air
and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Set the fan to the
highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort.
•To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has
“aired out.”
In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance
it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until
the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range.
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To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan to the highest speed.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed:Turn to select the
desired fan speed.
2.Temperature/mode selection:
The distribution of air from the
overhead and floor registers is based
on the temperature selected. Turn
to select for comfort.
To use the rear climate controls,
ensure thatREARis pressed on the main climate control face located on
the instrument panel.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.
The ignition must be in the 3 (RUN) position to operate the rear window
defroster.
The rear defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the
ignition is turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. To manually turn off the
defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.
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.
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Press the front or rear portion to tilt
the seat.
•Driver
Press the control to move the seat
forward, backward, up or down.
•Driver
Press the control to move the seat
forward, or backward.
•Passenger
Press the control (if equipped) to
recline the seatback forward or
rearward.
Heated seats (if equipped)
To operate the heated seats:
•Push the control located on the
climate control system panel once
to activate high heat.
•Push twice to activate low heat.
•Push a third time to deactivate.
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INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have a rating on them called
Tire Quality Grades. The Quality
grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
•Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger
cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim
diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades:The U.S.
Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you
the following information about tire grades exactly as the government
has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction AA A B C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
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Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB)
The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the
steering wheel.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
F1 20A High beams
F2 15A Interior lamps (Courtesy and
demand lamps), Delayed
accessory (Power windows and
moonroof)
F3 25A Access/Security (Power door lock
actuators, Liftgate lock actuator,
Liftgate solenoid)
F4 15A Adjustable pedal switch
F5 20A Horns
F6 20A Audio (Subwoofer)
F7 7.5A Power/Keep Alive Memory
(KAM): Cluster and Powertrain
Control Module (PCM), Climate
control, Analog clock
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
F8 15A Park lamps, Side markers, Trailer
tow protect
F9 20A Cigar lighter, Data Link Connector
(DLC)
F10 7.5A Mirrors and memory module,
SDARS
F11 20A Audio, Family Entertainment
System (FES)
F12 10A Back-up lamps, Electrochromatic
mirror, Reverse Sensing System
(RSS), Trailer tow protect
F13 7.5A Audio
F14 7.5A Starter relay coil, PCM
F15 10A Delayed accessory (Driver window
motor logic, Auxiliary climate
control switch illumination,
Moonroof, Audio, Driver door lock
switch illumination)
F16 10A Rear defroster indicator, Heated
mirrors
F17 30A Rear defroster
F18 10A PCM relay coil, Shifter Brake-Shift
Interlock (BSI), Passive
Anti-Theft System (PATS)
module, Fuel relay coil, Brake
lamps, Center High-Mounted Stop
Lamp (CHMSL)
F19 10A Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS)/Traction control module,
All Wheel Drive (AWD) module,
RSS, Heated seat modules
F20 7.5A Cluster, Climate control
F21 7.5A Restraint Control Module (RCM)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
F22 7.5A Auxiliary climate control relay
coils, Electrochromatic mirror,
Compass module
F23 7.5A Wiper relay coil, Blower relay coil,
Cluster logic
F24 7.5A Occupant Classification Sensor
(OCS), Passenger Airbag
Deactivation (PAD)
C1 30A Circuit
breakerDelayed accessory (Front
passenger window, Rear passenger
windows [via window switch],
Window switch illumination,
Backlighting
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to
the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or
refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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washing ....................................245
waxing .....................................246
wheels ......................................246
wiper blades ............................248
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) .....48, 50,
52, 54
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................23
AM/FM/CD .................................18
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................87
Console ..................................70–71
overhead ..............................69–70
Controls
power seat ...............................116
steering column ........................79
Coolant
checking and adding ..............262
refill capacities ................268, 283
specifications ..........................283
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................76
Customer Assistance ................213
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................241
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............242
Getting roadside assistance ...213
Getting the service you
need .........................................237
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................243
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................241D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................60
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................281
engine oil .................................256
Driving under special
conditions ..........................207, 210
sand .........................................208
snow and ice ...........................211
through water .................209, 212
E
Electronic message center .........85
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................230
Emission control system ..........277
Engine ........................................285
cleaning ...................................247
coolant .....................................262
idle speed control ...................260
lubrication specifications .......283
refill capacities ........................283
service points ..........................254
starting after a collision .........215
Engine block heater .................197
Engine oil ..................................256
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................256
checking and adding ..............256
dipstick ....................................256
filter, specifications ........259, 281
recommendations ...................259
refill capacities ........................283
specifications ..........................283
Exhaust fumes ..........................197
F
Fluid capacities .........................283
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