Continental V8-4.6L DOHC VIN V (1998)
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Temperature, function and blower selection (made by the vehicle occupants)
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In-vehicle temperature
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Ambient temperature
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Sunload
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Vehicle speed
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Engine coolant temperature
Using these inputs, the microcontroller determines the correct conditions for the following outputs:
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A/C clutch engagement
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Blower speed
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Air temperature blend door position
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Heater air damper door position
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Windshield defroster door position
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Air inlet duct door position
Climate Control Assembly
The Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) module, located in the instrument panel, has the following features:
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A blower speed override control for manual input.
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A vacuum fluorescent display for displaying set temperature, ambient temperature, function and Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
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An On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) feature to supply the technician with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). These DTCs direct the technician to
the inoperative component.
