To Aid In Side Window Defogging/Demisting In Cold Weather - Ford 2005 Freestyle Owner's Manual

temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. Recommended temperature
range is 72° to 75° Fahrenheit.
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
• 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
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."
For maximum heating performance, turn the auxiliary climate control
system (if equipped) on, set the temperature setting to the warmest
setting and set the fan to the highest blower speed.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select .
2. Select A/C.
3. Modulate 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.
REVIEW COPY
2005 Freestyle (219), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)
Climate Controls
position.
or , A/C and recirculated
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