2010 Fusion heated Leather seats: Do they shut off themselves?

[Deathlok]

So, do my 2010 Fusion heated leather seats shut off themselves when they hit a certain temp?

 

I know I have been told this before, but the seats heat BOTH the legs and back! Very cozy!

[FtLewis2002]

So, do my 2010 Fusion heated leather seats shut off themselves when they hit a certain temp?

 

I know I have been told this before, but the seats heat BOTH the legs and back! Very cozy!

 

If they're like my 09 (which they are) they don't shut off like my truck after 15 minutes, but they cycle on and off as a temperature is met. Mine go halfway up the back also. Someone had posted (wrongly) on another thread that it was only the seating part. My 06 went up the back too, and so does my wife's Edge, and so does my truck. ALL of them do.

[Deathlok]

If they're like my 09 (which they are) they don't shut off like my truck after 15 minutes, but they cycle on and off as a temperature is met. Mine go halfway up the back also. Someone had posted (wrongly) on another thread that it was only the seating part. My 06 went up the back too, and so does my wife's Edge, and so does my truck. ALL of them do.

 

 

 

Ok Thank you. Good to know.

[acdii]

They are temperature controlled, otherwise your Tookus would be Cookus.

[seamusbleu]

If you have them on when you shut off the car, will the be on the next time you start the car, or do you have to turn them on each time you start the car? I ask because if they come on, if left on when shut down, it'd probably sway me towards getting remote start in ordered car. I would love to have the seat warm by the time you get in the car.

[bbf2530]

If you have them on when you shut off the car, will the be on the next time you start the car, or do you have to turn them on each time you start the car? I ask because if they come on, if left on when shut down, it'd probably sway me towards getting remote start in ordered car. I would love to have the seat warm by the time you get in the car.

 

Hi seamus. :D No, the heated seats default to "off" when the ignition is turned off. As designed from the factory, they will not be on when the car is restarted.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

[Rodeo]

But with 'remote start" you car interior should be all warm and toasty inside anyway. Just remember to leave the heater (and / or defroster) on high before you shut the car off the last time you use it. The heater will warm the entire cabin to include the seating surfaces. Turning on the heated seats once you get into the car is just an added nice perk!

[acdii]

But with 'remote start" you car interior should be all warm and toasty inside anyway. Just remember to leave the heater (and / or defroster) on high before you shut the car off the last time you use it. The heater will warm the entire cabin to include the seating surfaces. Turning on the heated seats once you get into the car is just an added nice perk!

 

If you have Auto Climate, leave it on auto, depending on the temperature, the defrosters will come on once the engine warms up. At first I was using it manually, then I left it alone one day and found out the defrost is controlled by the CC.

[bbf2530]

If you have Auto Climate, leave it on auto, depending on the temperature, the defrosters will come on once the engine warms up. At first I was using it manually, then I left it alone one day and found out the defrost is controlled by the CC.

 

Hi acdii. :D Only want to mention one warning concerning leaving the HVAC system set to "AUTO" all the time. I realize you probably know this, but others may not: Using the AUTO setting will negatively affect fuel mileage.

 

The simplest explanation is this, leaving the HVAC system set to AUTO is the functional equivalent of having the A/C always on, since it now involves the A/C compressor at any time the system decides (and that will usually be often). That goes for the winter months also, as using "AUTO" will engage the compressor to dehumidify the warmed air (for the Defroster etc.).

 

So while using "AUTO" is a great for those who want a "Set it and forget it" driving experience, for those who want maximum MPG's, "AUTO" should only be used when necessary.

 

For those who would like to research further, this information is contained in the Owners Manual.

 

Hope this helps.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

Edited January 14, 2010 by bbf2530

[Rodeo]

BUT- It is also good to cycle the air conditioner compressor from time to time throughout the winter, spring and fall to keep it lubricated anyway. So that is not totally a bad thing (leaving it set to auto that is.).

 

Question, Can you leave it set to a manual ON position for heat and / or defrost?

 

I myself would rather use it manually anyway as I have always hated automatic climate control in cars. I alswys remember having a windshield fog over quickly and couldnt get the defroster to react fast enough because it was set to auto.

[bbf2530]

Hi Rodeo. :D Let me address your comments and questions individually:

 

 

BUT- It is also good to cycle the air conditioner compressor from time to time throughout the winter, spring and fall to keep it lubricated anyway. So that is not totally a bad thing (leaving it set to auto that is.).

 

 

I thought my reply was pretty clear. If a person does not want the MPG penalty of having the A/C compressor running when not really needed, then do not leave the system set to "AUTO" full time. If an individual does not care what type of fuel mileage they get, then by all means keep the system set to "AUTO".

 

So, every "But" aside, extrapolating out "keeping the system lubricated" to mean that it "is not totally a bad thing (leaving it set to auto that is.)" is quite a stretch. Wasting gas for no reason is a bad thing, and that is what following that advice will do. It will unnecessarily cost people money. You do not need to leave the system set to "AUTO" to keep the system "lubricated". All someone needs to do during the "winter, spring and fall" (and summer) is periodically use the Defroster or A/C system. We do not need to suffer an MPG penalty all year long in order to keep the HCAC seals in good shape. It is not that hard of a task to remember (in my opinion).

 

Due to the fuel mileage factor (and I am by no means a "hyper-miler"), I only use "AUTO" when it is hot enough or cold enough to need the de-humidification factor of the A/C compressor.

 

 

 

Question, Can you leave it set to a manual ON position for heat and / or defrost?

 

 

Not sure if I understand your question, so here is a shot: Manual "ON" will not engage the A/C compressor. Only the front "DEFROSTER" settings, "AUTO" and "AC" will do so. The defroster will not work well (dehumidify) if the A/C compressor is not engaged to dehumidify the air.

 

 

I myself would rather use it manually anyway as I have always hated automatic climate control in cars. I alswys remember having a windshield fog over quickly and couldnt get the defroster to react fast enough because it was set to auto.

 

And finally, just a light-hearted jab: Before posting, did you contemplate the fact that you began your reply by telling everyone that it would "not totally be a bad thing" to leave the system set to "AUTO" all the time, but then you finished your reply by telling everyone that you "would rather use it manually anyway as I have always hated automatic climate control in cars"? A bit of "do as I say, not as I do" there? :hysterical: :banghead:

 

On a final note, most of this information is clearly spelled out in the Owners Manual.

 

Again, no harm, no foul, and no blood was spilled. I just wanted to point out the irony of it all.

 

Hope you see it in the good humor that I did. :grouphug:

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

Edited January 14, 2010 by bbf2530

[Rodeo]

I was just pointing out that you "should" use the compressor periodically to keep it lubricated, not to imply or suggest that I recommend leaving it set to "auto" for that sole purpose.

 

My question is this:

 

You park the car for the night in cold weather. Can you leave the climate control turned to ON (not auto) when you exit the vehicle the night before so that when you hit the remote starter the next morning, it heats up the interior for you? Or, does the system require to be turned on manually with each start up? (Unless on automatic)

 

No question about it, I really dislike automatic climate control and dual zone is nothing but a joke in my opinion. There is but one zone and that is the cabin of your car.

 

AND I don't have an owners manual because I am not yet an owner. I will be ordering mine in about one month from today.

 

Lastly, YES, you are quite the comic in a dry methodical sort of way... :hysterical:

Edited January 14, 2010 by Rodeo

[bbf2530]

I was just pointing out that you "should" use the compressor periodically to keep it lubricated, not to imply or suggest that I recommend leaving it set to "auto" for that sole purpose.

 

My question is this:

 

You park the car for the night in cold weather. Can you leave the climate control turned to ON (not auto) when you exit the vehicle the night before so that when you hit the remote starter the next morning, it heats up the interior for you? Or, does the system require to be turned on manually with each start up? (Unless on automatic)

 

No question about it, I really dislike automatic climate control and dual zone is nothing but a joke in my opinion. There is but one zone and that is the cabin of your car.

 

AND I don't have an owners manual because I am not yet an owner. I will be ordering mine in about one month from today.

 

Lastly, YES, you are quite the comic in a dry methodical sort of way... :hysterical:

 

Hi Rodeo. :D First, your question: If the HVAC system is working correctly, it will resume whatever setting you left it at when you turned the car off. Having it on "AUTO" has nothing to do with it. So using your example, if you leave it on "Manual" (or just ""ON"), set to floor (for example), on fan speed 2 (2 bars), and turn the car off at night, it will resume that same setting in the morning. Either with the key, or with the remote start.

 

And I say "if the system is working correctly", because some people have had trouble with the HVAC system losing it's settings with the remote starter system. A very small percentage, but still a few.

 

Please read the rest of this as the harmless, well intentioned kidding (with a few helpful facts mixed in) it is meant to be :hysterical2: :

 

Concerning the compressor. Yes, I understood what you were trying to say. It is just that after you are here longer, you will realize that some people (who are newer to cars) would take the way you worded your reply to mean that it is preferable to leave it set to "AUTO" all the time. There are some people who take things very literally without understanding the ramifications. Therefore I wanted to make it clear that it is not necessary, that simply running the car on "DEFROST", "A/C" or ""AUTO" periodically would do the same job (keeping the system/seals lubed) without the constant MPG penalty.

 

And yes, I know that you don't have a Fusion yet. You have been waiting to order your new company car (originally approximately early spring/March at the latest). Started undecided between the Escape (you have one now), the Fusion then maybe the Taurus. Wanted to see how we all felt about the ride comparisons of the Escape and Fusion. Had to convince you (among other things) that there was no comparison, ride-wise, between the Fusion and Escape. Leaning different ways on different days. Fusion probably being in third. Then decided the Taurus console was too "confining" in front. Now you are undecided between the Fusion SEL and Sport, but leaning towards the SEL with the SAP package. Or maybe larger wheels with lower profile tires to sharpen up the handling of the SEL, etc, etc. etc.. And that is just hitting the high points. Of course, I could be just a bit fuzzy on a few exact details, as I really did it from memory without checking your past posts. :stats:

 

See, just wanted to let you know I pay attention and I care! :party:

 

But to solve the Owners Manual dilemma (or lack of), as mentioned in the past, you can actually download a PDF copy of the 2010 Fusion Owners Manual (and other guides) here: LINK: Fusion Owner Guides Simply input the vehicle information into the drop down boxes and click "Submit". Then click on whichever guide you would like to download. Then you will have all of the information at your fingertips whenever you need it.

 

And yes, you have me pegged...comical in a dry and methodical sort of way...unless I am hitting the bottle, then I am wetter... and even more comical. :drop:

 

As I always say...I would rather have a bottle in front of me, than a frontal lobotomy!!!

 

All in good fun, all in good fun, just trying to have some fun, so please do not take it the wrong way. I obviously don't get out much. :grouphug:

 

Good luck Rodeo! :beerchug:

Edited January 15, 2010 by bbf2530

[Rodeo]

WOW, you do pay attention! You have me pegged!

 

Thanks for explaining the answer about the HVAC and remote start. Glad to hear it works that way.

 

Anyway, I should be able to order around mid February and have to see if all the Ford options and packages will be available to me vie our process. I am worried that the Appearance package may not be an available option through my Company which will leave me with a big decision of either SEL V6 with standard suspension & wheels, or go for a stripped down Sport model (because I refuse to pay for the electronics package) which will leave me without power passenger seat, no heated mirrors, no heated seats and no ambient lighting too. Anyway, that's my latest concern although premature I know. If that happens though, I'm leaning towards the SEL V6 and I may simply dress her up with new 17" wheels. Time will tell (soon!)

 

Thanks BBF, your a good egg if you haven't been told that before. :shift:

Edited January 15, 2010 by Rodeo

[danager]

Golly-gee, what a jovial group.

Edited January 17, 2010 by danager

[bbf2530]

danager, since you have edited out the previous name calling/insults, I have also removed them from this quote of your post. You will find that we really are a jovial group when not being insulted. :headspin:

 

Hi danager. :D As stated above, now that you have edited out the name calling and insults, hopefully we can move on.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

Edited January 17, 2010 by bbf2530

[danager]

You are welcome. I feel better now that we can put that behind us.

[Rodeo]

Golly-gee, what a jovial group.

"Lighten up Francis"

 

It's a good group here and people generally try to help one another, no one trys to do that harder then BBF. I see you haven't posted much so maybe you're not around much either so listen and learn. Please do contribute when and if you can and remember no question is a dumb question. It's a good place and I myself have learned allot by visiting here.

[bbf2530]

You are welcome. I feel better now that we can put that behind us.

 

 

Hi danager. :D Since you have edited out the name calling/insults, I hope that this is now all water under the bridge and we can move on. I will hold no grudge or hard feelings.

 

As Rodeo stated, most of us are here to help each other, and the perceptions of a newcomer like yourself can be faulty. Hopefully when you are here longer, you will see what we mean.

 

Good luck. :beerchug:

 

PS - Thank you for the kind words, Rodeo. :grouphug:

Edited January 17, 2010 by bbf2530

[acdii]

I went one day with setting the defroster/foot to on with low fan, and after 10 minutes I had ice all over the windows, so I set it back to auto and haven't had them ice up as bad. The kids sure like to breath a lot! :rant: It all depends on the weather, when it is really cold and you have a full car, it is best to leave the CC set to Auto, otherwise your windows tend to ice up, if above freezong though, then I can see setting it to manual, just not while driving, those buttons are a pain to see and reach while driving.

[acdii]

Update on Auto climate Control and gas mileage.

 

for the past 1500 miles I left off the auto setting and just used either defrost or floor settings. I have seen no improvement over fuel consumption. I can understand it being true in warmer weather where you really don't need AC, but it doesn't seem to make any difference in winter. I also had a Toyota Camry Hybrid and a Prius, both cars got better economy running the ACC, than manual since it was all controlled via the PCM, when set to manual on those cars, since they used electric heaters, I saw more battery depletion manually than using the ACC, so a lot depends on the car itself than theory in general.

[akirby]

Update on Auto climate Control and gas mileage.

 

for the past 1500 miles I left off the auto setting and just used either defrost or floor settings. I have seen no improvement over fuel consumption. I can understand it being true in warmer weather where you really don't need AC, but it doesn't seem to make any difference in winter. I also had a Toyota Camry Hybrid and a Prius, both cars got better economy running the ACC, than manual since it was all controlled via the PCM, when set to manual on those cars, since they used electric heaters, I saw more battery depletion manually than using the ACC, so a lot depends on the car itself than theory in general.

 

The A/C compressor won't run below 35 degrees or thereabouts in auto mode.