Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2009FUSION SEL, 3.0 1, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1367 (HVAC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION & DIAGNOSTICS)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONCLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMSYSTEM AIRFLOW DESCRIPTION - ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)AUTOMATIC
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWD
System Airflow Description - Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC): Automatic
2009 Ford Fusion SEL, 3.0 1, FWDSECTION Automatic
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When AUTOMATIC is selected:
NOTE:
If conditions require heat, until the engine is at operating temperature, the blower motor will operate in low and airflow will be directed to the defroster ducts.
- The air inlet door vacuum control motor is automatically controlled depending on airflow location and desired temperature.
- The panel door and floor/defrost door vacuum control motors are automatically controlled depending on desired temperature.
- Blended air temperature is available.
- The A/C compressor will operate if the outside air temperature is above approximately 4Β°C (39Β°F).
- Blower motor speed is automatically controlled. If the fan speed override button is pressed in AUTOMATIC mode, the fan speed will no longer be automatically controlled.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.