Ford 1996 Escort Manual page 138

The A/C system provides maximum cooling,
dehumidifying and better fueling efficiency when
the function selector lever is set to the MAX
A/C position.
The function selector lever controls how the air
is circulated.
RECIRC position (heating system only) or
MAX A/C (heating and air conditioning
system only) circulates the air from inside the
vehicle through the instrument panel vents.
This position prevents outside air from
entering the vehicle.
PANEL position directs air through the
instrument panel registers.
PNL/FLR position directs air through both
the instrument panel registers.
FLOOR position directs air mainly through
the floor ducts.
FLR/DEF position directs air through both
the floor ducts and the windshield defroster
outlets.
V (Defrost) position directs air to the
windshield through the defroster outlets.
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