Controls and Compressor Operation: Defrost
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When DEFROST is selected:
- the mode doors direct airflow to the defroster duct and side window demisters. A small amount of airflow from the floor duct is present.
- the recirculated air request button can be enabled, but can automatically turn off.
- the A/C is automatically commanded on and remains on until the system is either turned off or the airflow mode has changed and the A/C button is pressed.
- the A/C compressor operates as long as the outside temperature is above approximately 2 °C (35.6 °F).