Ford Explorer 2017 Owners Manual

Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the air circulated in your
vehicle.
F
Recirculated air:
 Press to switch between outside air and recirculated air. The
air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This can reduce the
time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odors from entering your
vehicle.
G
Rear passenger temperature control:
 Adjust the temperature to the rear of
the passenger compartment.
H
Rear climate control lock:
 When illuminated, you can only operate the...

Driver temperature control: Adjust the temperature setting on the driver side.
C
Heated rear window: Press to switch the heated rear window on and off.
D
MAX Defrost:
 Press to switch on defrost. Outside air flows through the
windshield vents, air conditioning automatically turns on, and fan automatically
adjusts to the highest speed. You can also use this setting to defrost and clear
the windshield of a thin covering of ice. The heated front or rear window also
automatically turn on when you select...

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE
CONTROL - VEHICLES WITH:
SONY AUDIO SYSTEM
Note:
You can switch temperature units
between Fahrenheit and Celsius. A/C: Press to switch the air conditioning on or off. Air conditioning cools your
vehicle using outside air. To improve the time to reach a comfortable
temperature in hot weather, drive with the windows open until you feel cold air
through the air vents.
A
Note: In certain conditions (for example, maximum defrost), the air conditioning
may continue to operate even though the...

Note: Recirculated air may also turn on and off automatically in instrument
panel or instrument panel and floor airflow modes during hot weather to improve
cooling efficiency.
DUAL:
 Press to switch on control for the passenger side of the vehicle.
D
Heated seats:
 Press to switch the heated seats on and off.
E
Passenger temperature control:
 Adjust the temperature setting on the
passenger side.
F
Climate controlled seats:
 Press to switch the climate controlled seats on
and off.
G
Fan speed control:...

HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE
INTERIOR CLIMATE
General Hints
WARNING
Prolonged use of recirculated air may
cause the windows to fog up. If the
windows fog up, follow the settings
for demisting the windshield. Note:
You may feel a small amount of air
from the footwell air vents regardless of the
air distribution setting.
Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside
your vehicle, do not drive with the system
switched off or with recirculated air always
switched on.
Note: Do not place objects under the front
seats...

Recommended Settings for Heating
Vehicle with automatic climate control
Vehicle with manual climate control
Press the AUTO button.
Adjust the fan speed to the center
setting.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting. Use 
72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Adjust the temperature control to the
midway point of the hot settings.
2
Select the footwell air vents using the
air distribution buttons.
3
Cooling the Interior Quickly Vehicle with automatic climate...

Side Window Defogging in Cold Weather
Vehicle with automatic climate control
Vehicle with manual climate control
Press the defrost button.
Select the windshield air vents using the
air distribution buttons.
1
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting. Use 72°F (22°C) as a
starting point, then adjust the setting as
necessary.
Press the A/C button if the indicator is
off.
2
Adjust the temperature control to the
desired setting.
3
Adjust the fan speed to a high speed
setting.
4
REAR PASSENGER...

Fan speed control: Adjust the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
A
Heated seats (if equipped):
 Press the button to switch the heated seats on
and off.  See Heated Seats (page 151).
B
Temperature control:
 Control the temperature of the air circulated in your
vehicle.
C
Air distribution control:
 Adjust the control to turn airflow from the instrument
panel or footwell vents on or off. You can distribute air through any combination
of these vents.
D
Fan speed control lock:
 When illuminated, you can...

Replace the filter at regular intervals.  See
Scheduled Maintenance (page 483).
For additional cabin air filter information,
or to replace the filter, see an authorized
dealer.
REMOTE START
 (If Equipped)
The remote start feature allows you to
pre-condition the interior of your vehicle.
The climate control system works to
achieve comfort according to your previous
settings.
Note: You cannot adjust the system during
remote start operation.
Turn the ignition on to return the system
to its previous...

SITTING IN THE CORRECT
POSITION
WARNINGS
Sitting improperly, out of position or
with the seatback reclined too far
can take weight off the seat cushion
and affect the decision of the passenger
sensing system, resulting in serious injury
or death in the event of a crash. Always sit
upright against your seat back, with your
feet on the floor. Do not recline the seatback as this
can cause the occupant to slide
under the safety belt, resulting in
serious injury in the event of a crash. Do not place objects...