FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Owners Manual

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Figure 2: Securing the detachable shoulder belt
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Refer to Figure 3 for steps 3-6.
[FV17800(ALL)03/94]3.
Release the seatback by pulling the lever located at the back
of the seat on the right hand side. Fold the seatback forward
and latch it in the down position (except for bench seat
equipped with built-in child safety seat).
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Locate the seat latch handles at the rear of the seat near the
floor. For the second row bench seat, lift the latch handles
up and rearward. For the third row bench seat, just lift the
latch handles. The latch hooks will disengage from the rear
floor attachments.
[FV18000(ALL)12/93]5.
While still lifting the handles, lift seat at rear and rotate
entire seat assembly forward, pivoting on the front floor
attachments. When the rear seat latches are clear of floor
attachments, release the latch handles.
[FV18100(ALL)10/93]6.
Pull the seat rearward to disengage it from the front floor
pins.
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Figure 3: Removal and installation of the second and third bench seats
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Be careful that the latches are not damaged when the seats are
stored.
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To install the seat assembly:
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Clear the area of debris around the seat floor attachments.
[FV18500(ALL)03/94]2.
With the seatback in a folded and latched position (except
for bench seats equipped with built-in child safety seat),
place the seat assembly in your vehicle. Tip the seat
assembly forward and engage the front seat hooks onto the
forward attachment pins in the floor wells.
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[FV18600(ALL)10/90]3.
Rotate the seat downward and engage the latch into the rear
floor attachment. Lifting of the latch handles is not required
for installation.
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[FV18700(ALL)10/90]4.
Ensure that the latch handles are fully seated in the down
position.
[FV18800(ALL)12/93]5.
(Second row bench seat only) Before you engage the safety
belt, be sure it is not twisted. A twisted safety belt may
cause the retractor to not work properly. Remove any twist,
then insert the tongue end of the safety belt into the
detachable anchor until you hear a ªsnapº and feel the latch
engage.
[FV18820(ALL)03/94]6.
To raise the seatback, pull up on the seatback latch handle.
A slight downward pressure on the seatback (bench seat
only) will reduce effort on the latch. Rotate the seatback
upward until the latch re-engages.
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When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be
placed in its original position. Improper installation of
the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and
could increase the risk of injury. Refer to the warning
label on the seat belt.
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Whenever the second row bench seat is installed in the vehicle
and no one is using the outboard seating position (nearest the
sliding door), the lap/shoulder safety belt must be properly
stowed.
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[FV18870(ALL)11/93]
The second row passenger side outboard seating position uses a
hook above the sliding/cargo door to stow the shoulder safety
belt when entering or exiting the vehicle or when it is not being
used.
[FV18875(ALL)12/93]
NOTE: When the belt is stowed using the hook, DO NOT use
the hanging belt as an assist when entering the
vehicle.
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Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt
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The two passenger bench seat must be installed in the first row
behind the front seats.
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RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the
vehicle is moving.
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RWARNING
Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the
seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may
cause injury during a sudden stop.
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RWARNING
Before using the seat, make sure that the latch hooks are
securely locked around the floor pins.
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Cleaning the Seats
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Leather and vinyl
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For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.
For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather
cleaner of a mild soap.
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[FV20000(ALL)04/95]
Fabric
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[FV20100(ALL)04/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum
cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions
that come with the cleaner.
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[FV20200(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden
area of fabric. If the fabric's color or texture is
adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use
it.
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Storage Compartments
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Underseat Storage Compartment (If equipped)
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The underseat storage compartment is located underneath the
front passenger seat. It can be opened by pulling up and toward
the instrument panel.
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The underseat storage compartment
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Compact Disc and Cassette Storage Console
(If equipped)
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A storage compartment is included below the radio for storage
of your discs or cassettes. There is also a compact disc and
cassette storage insert in the storage compartment located under
the front passenger seat (if equipped).
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Compact disc/cassette storage
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Console (If equipped)
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Your vehicle may have a full console. Console features are
detailed in the following illustration. To open the console lid,
lift up on the latch toward the rear of the console. If your
vehicle has the CD changer (a dealer installed option), this
console could also house the changer and conceal it from sight.
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The full console
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Cupholders
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The front seat cupholders are located with the ashtray. To access
the cupholders, pull open the ashtray drawer which is located
to the right of the steering column, above the compact disc and
cassette storage console.
[FV30400(ALL)03/94]
As you close the ashtray drawer, the cupholders will
automatically fold back into place.
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The front seat cupholders
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Your vehicle also has rear seat cupholders built into the side
panels.
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NOTE: Do not place heavy objects in the cupholders.
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Mirrors
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Make sure you can see clearly through the rearview
mirror at all times. Do not allow anything to block your
vision. If you can't see through the mirror, you could be
involved in an accident and injure yourself or others.
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Side View Mirrors
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Close your door and adjust the driver's seat to the most
comfortable position before you adjust the side view mirrors.
[FV31800(ALL)11/93]
If you have manually adjusting side view mirrors, you can
adjust them in any direction by moving the mirror glass. The
mirror heads should be folded rearward to prevent damage
when using an automatic car wash.
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