Climate Control System - Vehicles With: Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) - Overview: Overview

2021 Ford Transit-350 HD Base, Van Cargo Extended, 3.5L Eng VIN 8, AWDSECTION Overview
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The DATC system heats or cools the vehicle's interior based on the HVAC control panel selection.

  • The driver may override the automatic mode of operation.
  • The temperature control setting is the desired cabin air temperature.
  • The blower motor control override buttons vary the blower motor speed.
  • The driver side and passenger side temperature settings can be individually controlled.
  • During A/C operation, the system reduces the relative humidity of the air inside the vehicle.
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