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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MARINER HYBRID, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1095 (CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS)DESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONCLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMSYSTEM AIRFLOW DESCRIPTIONMIX
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD
System Airflow Description: Mix
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Mix
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When MIX is selected:
- The recirculation air duct door is in the no vacuum position blocking recirculated air and admitting outside air.
- The floor/panel door is in the no vacuum position, blocking air circulation to the instrument panel A/C registers.
- The floor/defrost door is in the partial vacuum position, allowing airflow to both the windshield defroster hose nozzle and the heater outlet floor duct. There is also some airflow to the side window demisters.
- The A/C compressor will be enabled when MIX is selected to dehumidify the air and reduce windshield fogging.
- The blower motor is ON.
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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.