System Airflow Description: Vent

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Vent
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Fig 1: Vent Airflow
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When VENT is selected:

  • The recirculation air duct door is in the no vacuum position, blocking recirculated air and admitting outside air.
  • The floor/panel door and the floor/defrost door are at the full vacuum position, directing airflow to the instrument panel A/C registers.
  • The temperature can be adjusted to heat the air but air cannot be cooled below outside temperature.
  • The A/C compressor will be disabled when VENT is selected.
  • The blower motor is ON.
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