climate control FORD TAURUS 2015 6.G User Guide

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL (WITH MyTemp)
Note:You can switch temperature units between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
See Settings in theMyFord Touch orMyLincoln Touch chapter.
A. MyTemp: Allows you to quickly adjust to a frequently used setting
with a single touch.
Press +or -to increase and decrease the temperature.
Touch and hold MyTempto save the current temperature. To access the
setting again, touch the MyTempindicator again.
B. Power/Fan speed control: Press the button to turn the system on
and off. Switching off the climate control system prevents outside air
from entering the vehicle.
Turn to increase or decrease the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
C. DUAL: Press the button to allow the passenger to set their
temperature independent of the driver temperature.
D. Recirculated air: Press the button to switch between outside air and
recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the air currently in the
passenger compartment recirculates. This may reduce the time needed
to cool the interior (when used with A/C) and may reduce unwanted
odors from entering your vehicle.
Note: Recirculated air may turn off automatically (or be prevented
from turning on) in all airflow modes except MAX A/Cto reduce risk
of fogging.
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E.MAX A/C: Press the button 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.
F. A/C: Press the button to turn air conditioning compressor on or off.
Use air conditioning with recirculated air to improve cooling performance
and efficiency.
G. AUTO: Press the button to turn on automatic operation. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. The system adjusts
fan speed, air distribution, air conditioning operation, and selects outside
air or recirculated air to heat or cool the vehicle in order to maintain the
desired temperature. You can also use the AUTObutton to turn off dual
zone operation by pressing and holding the button for more than two
seconds.
H. Heated rear window: Turns the heated rear window on and off. See
Heated windows and mirrors later in this chapter for more
information. If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, this button
turns them on also.
I. Defrost: Press the button to distribute air to the windshield vents and
de-mister. Air distribution to instrument panel and footwell vents turn
off. You can use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin
covering of ice.
GENERAL OPERATING TIPS
General Hints
Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog
up.
Note: You may feel a small amount of air from the footwell 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 or with recirculated air always switched on.
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 improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with
the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start-up or until your
vehicle airs out.
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Manual Climate Control
Note:To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust
the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position.
Automatic Climate Control
Note: Adjusting the settings when your vehicle interior is extremely hot
or cold is not necessary. The system automatically adjusts to heat or cool
the cabin to your selected temperature as quickly as possible. For the
system to function efficiently, the instrument panel and side air vents
should be fully open.
Note: If you select AUTOduring cold outside temperatures, the system
directs airflow to the windshield and side window vents. In addition, the
fan may run at a slower speed until the engine warms up.
Note: If you select AUTOduring hot outside temperatures, or when the
inside of the vehicle is hot, the system automatically uses recirculated air
to maximize interior cooling. When the interior reaches the selected
temperature, the system automatically switches to using outside air.
Heating the Interior Quickly
Vehicles with manual climate
control Vehicles with automatic
climate control
1 Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting. Press the
AUTObutton.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the highest setting. Adjust the temperature control
to the desired setting.
3 Select the footwell air vents using the air distribution
buttons.
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Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicles with manual climatecontrol Vehicles with automatic
climate control
1 Adjust the fan speed to the center setting. Press the
AUTObutton.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot
settings. Adjust the temperature control
to the desired setting. Use 72°F
(22°C) as a starting point, then
adjust the setting as necessary.
3 Select the footwell air vents using the air distribution
buttons.
Cooling the Interior Quickly
Vehicles with manual climate control Vehicles with automatic
climate control
1 Adjust the temperature control to the MAX A/C position. Press the
MAX A/C button.
2 Drive with the windows open for 2-3 minutes.
Recommended Settings for Cooling
Vehicles with manual climate control Vehicles with automatic
climate control
1 Adjust the fan speed to the center setting. Press the
AUTObutton.
2 Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the cold
settings. Adjust the temperature control
to the desired setting. Use 72°F
(22°C) as a starting point, then
adjust the setting as necessary.
3 Select the instrument panel air vents using the air distribution
buttons.
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Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Vehicles with manual climatecontrol Vehicles with automatic
climate control
1 Select the instrument panel and footwell air vents positions
through the air distribution
control. Press the defrost button.
2 Press the A/Cbutton. Adjust the temperature control
to the desired setting. Use 72°F
(22°C) as a starting point, then
adjust the setting as necessary.
3 Adjust the temperature control to the desired setting. Direct the instrument panel side
air vents toward the side
windows.
4 Adjust the fan speed to the highest setting. Close the instrument panel
vents.
5 Direct the instrument panel side air vents toward the side
windows.
6 Close the instrument panel vents.
HEATED WINDOWS AND MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Rear Window
Note: The ignition must be switched on to use this feature.
Press the button to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. Press the
button again within 10 minutes to switch it off. It switches off
automatically after 10 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.
Your warranty does not cover this damage.
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Heated Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)
Note:Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to
readjust the mirror glass that has 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 heat to remove ice, mist and fog when you switch on the
heated rear window.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Note: Make sure you have a cabin air filter installed at all times. This
prevents foreign objects from entering the system. Running the system
without a filter in place could result in degradation or damage to the
system.
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, which is located just in
front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of
your vehicle.
The particulate air filtration system reduces the concentration of
airborne particles, such as dust, spores and pollen, in the air supplied to
the interior of your vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the
following benefits to customers:
• Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle
concentration.
• Improves the interior compartment cleanliness.
• Protects the climate control components from particle deposits.
For more information regarding the interval at which you should replace
the cabin air filter, see the Scheduled Maintenancechapter.
For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an
authorized dealer.
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REMOTE START (IF EQUIPPED)
The remote start feature allows you to pre-condition the interior of your
vehicle. The climate control system works to achieve comfort according
to your previous settings.
Note:You cannot adjust the system during remote start operation.
Turn the ignition on to return the system to its previous settings. You
can now make adjustments normally, but you need to turn certain
vehicle-dependent features back on, such as:
• Heated seats.
• Cooled seats.
• Heated steering wheel.
• Heated mirrors.
• Heated rear window.
You can adjust the default remote start settings using the information
display controls. See the Information Displayschapter.
Manual Climate Systems
In hot weather, the climate control system is set to MAX A/C.
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster and heated mirrors are not
automatically turned on.
In cold weather, maximum heat is provided in floor/defrost mode. The
rear defroster and heated mirrors are automatically turned on.
Automatic Settings
In hot weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The cooled seats are
set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information
display).
In moderate weather, the system either heats or cools (based on
previous settings). The rear defroster, heated mirrors and heated seats
do not automatically turn on.
In cold weather, the system is set to 72°F (22°C). The heated seats are
set to high (if available, and selected to AUTO in the information
display). The rear defroster and heated mirrors automatically turn on.
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CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Heated Seats
WARNING:Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin
because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord
injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions,
must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may
cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long
periods of time. Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or cushion, because this may cause the seat
heater to overheat. Do not puncture the seat with pins, needles, or
other pointed objects because this may damage the heating element
which may cause the seat heater to overheat. An overheated seat may
cause serious personal injury.
The heated seats will only function when the engine is running.
Note: Do not do the following:
• Place heavy objects on the seat
• Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on the
seat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly.
To operate the heated seats: Press the heated seat symbol to cycle through the various
heat settings and off. Warmer settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the heated seats are on, the
feature will turn itself off. You will need to reactivate it.
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Cooled Seats
The cooled seats will only function when the engine is running.
To operate the cooled seats:Press the cooled seat symbol to cycle through the various
cooling settings and off. Cooler settings are indicated by
more indicator lights.
If the engine falls below 350 RPM while the cooled seats
are on, the feature will turn itself off. You will need to
reactivate it.
Note: When the heated or cooled front seat is active, you will be able to
hear the fan operating inside the seat. This is normal.
Heated and Cooled Seat Air Filter Replacement (If Equipped)
The climate controlled seat system includes air filters. You must replace
them periodically. See the scheduled maintenance information.
Locate the filters under each front seat and access them from the
second-row foot-well area. Move the front seats all the way forward and
to the full up positions to ease access. To remove an air filter:
1. Turn the vehicle off.
2. Push up on the outside rigid edge
of the filter and rotate
counterclockwise once the tabs are
released, then remove the filter.
To install a filter:
1. First, position the filter in its
housing making sure that the far
forward end is all the way up in the
housing.
2. Push in on the center of the
outside edge of the filter and rotate
up into the housing until it clips
into position.
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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.
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 marked Suitable 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.
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