Ford E-450 (2018 year). Manual — part 16

Manual Climate Control

(If Equipped)

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Fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

A

Temperature control: Adjusts the temperature of the air circulated in your
vehicle.

B

NORM A/C: Turn to switch the air conditioning on or off. Use A/C with
recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency.

C

OFF: Turn to switch the system on and off. When the system is off, it prevents
outside air from entering the vehicle.

D

Air distribution control: Turn to switch air flow from the windshield, instrument
panel, or footwell vents on or off.

E

MAX A/C: Turn for maximum cooling. Recirculated air flows through the
instrument panel vents and air conditioning turns on.

F

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE

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: To reduce fogging of the windshield
during humid weather, adjust the air
distribution control to the windshield air
vents position.

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 a
comfortable temperature in hot weather,
drive with the windows open until you feel
cold air through the air vents.

Quickly Heating the Interior

1.

Adjust the fan speed to the highest
speed setting.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

full heat setting.

3. Direct air to the footwell air vents.

Recommended Settings for
Heating

1.

Adjust the fan speed to the center
setting.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

midway point of the hot settings.

3. Direct air to the footwell air vents.

Quickly Cooling the Interior

1.

Turn to MAX A/C.

2. Drive with the windows open until you

feel cold air through the air vents.

Recommended Settings for
Cooling

1.

Adjust the fan speed to the center
setting.

2. Adjust the temperature control to the

midway point of the cold settings.

3. Direct air to the instrument panel air

vents.

Vehicle Stationary for Extended
Periods During Extreme High
Ambient Temperatures

1.

Apply the parking brake.

2. Place your vehicle in park (P) or

neutral.

3. Turn to MAX A/C.
4. Adjust the fan speed to the lowest

speed setting.

Defogging the Side Windows in
Cold Weather

1.

Direct air to the instrument panel and
windshield vents.

2. Turn to NORM A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to the

desired setting.

4. Adjust the fan speed to the highest

setting.

5. Direct air toward the side windows.

6. Close the instrument panel vents.

REAR PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROLS

(If Equipped)

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Rear fan speed control: Adjusts the volume of air circulated to the rear
passenger compartment.

A

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION

WARNINGS

Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far
can take weight off the seat cushion

and affect the decision of the passenger
sensing system, resulting in serious injury
or death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat back, with your
feet on the floor.

Do not recline the seatback as this
can cause the occupant to slide
under the safety belt, resulting in

serious injury in the event of a crash.

Do not place objects higher than the
seatback to reduce the risk of serious
injury in the event of a crash or during

heavy braking.

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When you use them properly, the seat,
head restraint, safety belt and airbags will
provide optimum protection in the event
of a crash.

We recommend that you follow these
guidelines:
•

Sit in an upright position with the base
of your spine as far back as possible.

•

Do not recline the seatback more than
30 degrees.

•

Adjust the head restraint so that the
top of it is level with the top of your
head and as far forward as possible.
Make sure that you remain
comfortable.

•

Keep sufficient distance between
yourself and the steering wheel. We
recommend a minimum of 10 in
(25 cm) between your breastbone and
the airbag cover.

•

Hold the steering wheel with your arms
slightly bent.

•

Bend your legs slightly so that you can
press the pedals fully.

•

Position the shoulder strap of the
safety belt over the center of your
shoulder and position the lap strap
tightly across your hips.

Make sure that your driving position is
comfortable and that you can maintain full
control of your vehicle.

HEAD RESTRAINTS

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