Ford 2010 Edge Automobile User Manual


 
5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages
automatically in MAX A/C,
(defrost) and (floor/defrost).
6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
Operating tips
To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
(defrost) or (floor/defrost)
position.
To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the
air flow selector in the O (OFF) position or with
(recirculated
air) engaged and A/C off.
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.
To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in
the MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting
and put the vehicle’s transmission into the PARK gear position to
continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode:
1. Select MAX A/C.
2. Move temperature control selector to the coolest setting.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
comfort.
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 speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
Climate Controls
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2010 Edge (edg)
Owners Guide (own2002), 1st Printing
USA (fus)