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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007ESCAPE BASE, 2.3 Z, FWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1394 (CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSTICS (EXCEPT HYBRID))DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONCLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMSYSTEM AIRFLOW DESCRIPTION - DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC)AUTO
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, Automatic
System Airflow Description - Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC): Auto
2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Auto
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When AUTO is selected:
- the temperature control setting is manually set to the desired setting.
- the air inlet mode door actuator is automatically controlled by the HVAC module, based on the temperature setting.
- the door actuators are automatically controlled by the HVAC module, based on the temperature setting.
- the A/C compressor is automatically controlled by the HVAC module, based on the temperature setting. The A/C compressor will not operate if the outside temperature is below approximately 6°C (43°F).
- the A/C request button or the RECIRC request button, if pressed, will transfer the system to semi-auto operation.
- the blower motor is ON. The blower motor speed is automatically controlled by the HVAC module, based on the temperature setting, but can be manually overridden.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.