HVAC System - A/C-Heater System - Manual: Description

1997 Ford Explorer 4D Utility, 4.0 E, 4WDSECTION Description

The A/C-heater system is a blend-air door design that includes blower motor, blower motor wheel, blower motor resistor, outside/recirculating door, panel door, floor/defrost door, temperature blend door, evaporator core and heater core.

The A/C-heater system allows temperature control by delivering heated or cooled air to maintain a constant vehicle comfort level. Controls are provided to adjust temperature and system functions, including blower motor speeds for desired air flow. Outside air is drawn from cowl air inlet just below windshield during all system operations except for MAX A/C cooling (when recirculated air is used) and OFF.

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