The Escape Hybrid has a dual control heat/air cond system. Whe in a/c mode, press the ECON button. Question: what about using the ECON with the heater?
2007-12-29 13:19:18 · 2 answers · asked by dean p 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Ford
In a 2008 Hybrid Escape, The ECON button is used to improve fuel economy in the A/C because the "gas" engine is needed to power the AC compressor.
The A/C compressor is not needed for the heater.
BONUS ANSWER:
If you would like some additional tips to improve your fuel economy in your Hybrid Escape, I have a web page for you to read. It is taken from hybridcars.com & is specific to the Hybrid Escape.
Here is the link to the page:
http://www.hybridcars.com/gas-saving-tips/maximizing-mileage-ford-escape-hybrid.html
(This page is especially about the fuel economy in the Hybrid Escape, but you may find the rest of that site extremely informative)
2007-12-30 07:00:31 · answer #1 · answered by Vicky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nothing happens in Heat. Only AC.
2007-12-29 15:37:43 · answer #2 · answered by Bob H 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋