Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC): Notes

2009 Mercury Mariner Base, 2.5 7, AWDSECTION Notes

The HVAC module analyzes input from the following major sources:

  • Temperature, airflow mode, blower, A/C and RECIRC selection (made by the vehicle occupants)
  • ECON button (hybrid only)
  • In-vehicle temperature sensor (non-hybrid only)
  • In-vehicle temperature and humidity sensor (hybrid only)
  • Ambient temperature sensor
  • Sunload sensor (solar radiation sensor)
  • Evaporator discharge air temperature sensor
  • Vehicle speed
  • Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT)

Using these inputs, the HVAC module determines the correct conditions for the following outputs:

  • A/C compressor ON/OFF request
  • Blower motor speed
  • Temperature blend door position
  • Airflow mode door position
  • Air inlet door position
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