System Airflow Description - EATC: Auto

2007 Ford Escape Base, 2.3 Z, FWD, AutomaticSECTION Auto
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When AUTO is selected:

  • The temperature control setting is manually set to the desired setting.
  • The air inlet door vacuum control motor is automatically controlled by the EATC module, based on the temperature setting.
  • The mode door vacuum control motors are automatically controlled by the EATC module, based on the temperature settings.
  • The heater control valve (if equipped) is automatically controlled by the EATC module, based on the temperature settings.
  • The A/C compressor is automatically controlled by the EATC module, based on the temperature settings. The A/C compressor will not operate if the outside temperature is lower than approximately 6Β°C (43Β°F).
  • The blower motor is on. The blower speed is automatically controlled by the EATC module based on the temperature setting, but can be manually overridden.
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