Deatc Automatic Operation - Ford 2002 Explorer Owner's Manual

Controls and features

DEATC automatic operation

Press AUTO and select the desired
EXT
temperature. The selected
F
temperature will appear in the
F C
display window, and an indicator
above the AUTO control will light.
The DEATC system will either heat
or cool the vehicle to achieve the
AUTO OFF
selected temperature. The system
will automatically determine the fan
speed, airflow location and whether outside or recirculated air is
required.
When in AUTO mode and the weather is cool, the DEATC directs the
majority of the airflow to the floor area. The system will allow some
airflow out the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets to
reduce window fogging. Additionally, if the engine is not warm enough to
provide heat, the fan will operate at a low speed and the airflow will be
directed to the windshield or to the floor. The fan speed will start to
increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area.
If unusual conditions exist (window fogging, etc.), the manual override
controls allow you to select airflow locations as necessary. To return to
full automatic control, press the AUTO control.
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