snow chains FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Owners Manual

Servicing Your Windstar
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[SV28000(ALL)01/95]
Traction A B C
[SV28100(ALL)12/93]
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C,
and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests
and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
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[SV28300(ALL)01/95]
Temperature A B C
[SV28400(ALL)12/93]
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level
of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stadard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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[SV28700(ALL)04/95]
Snow Tires and Chains
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[SV28800(ALL)01/95]
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide
traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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[SV28900(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
When using snow tires, make sure they are the same size
and grade as the tires you normally use on your vehicle.
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[SV29000(ALL)02/95]
Do not use chains when using a temporary spare. For full size
tires, use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law
requires them where you live. When you use the tire chains:
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[SV29100(ALL)01/95]
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Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires. Use
only SAE Class ªSº chains. Other types may damage your
vehicle.
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[SV29200(ALL)01/93]
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Put chains on tightly with the ends held down securely.
Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.
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[SV29300(ALL)01/93]
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Drive slowly. If you can hear the chains rub or bang against
your vehicle, stop the vehicle and tighten the chains. If you
continue to hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle,
remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
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[SV29400(ALL)10/94]
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Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible.
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[SV29500(ALL)05/94]
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Remove tire chains at the first opportunity after using them
on snow and ice. Do not use the chains on dry roads.
[SV29520(ALL)10/93]
Limited chain clearance exists with P215/70R15 tires. If your
vehicle is equipped with these tires, extra care must be observed
to avoid damage with chains.
[SV29530(ALL)10/93]
Be sure:
[SV29535(ALL)10/93]
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The chains are fully tightened
[SV29540(ALL)05/95]
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The vehicle is driven below 30 MPH (50 km/h)
[SV29550(ALL)10/93]
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The vehicle is lightly loaded
[SV29560(ALL)10/93]
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To avoid sharp turns
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Safety restraints (continued)
warning light and chime................ 83
Safety seats for children
and air bags................... 20,39
attaching with tether straps.............. 50
built-in child seat................... 27
in front seat..................... 39
in rear outboard................... 39
in rear seat...................... 39
tether anchorage hardware............... 50
Seats
child safety seats................... 39
cleaning upholstery................. 184
seat/bed conversion................. 173
Servicing your vehicle, precautions when servicing.... 301
Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints)........ 9
Snow tires and chains................. 333
Special driving conditions............... 245
Speed control
canceling a set speed................ 141
resetting...................... 140
resuming a set speed................ 141
Speedometer.................... 79,95
Starting your vehicle, preparing to start your vehicle.... 57
Steering wheel
horn........................ 134
speed controls................... 137
tilting....................... 136
Storage compartments, map pockets........... 185
Storing your vehicle.................. 366
Supplemental air bag readiness light......... 74,85
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........... 19
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Tachometer....................... 97
Tail lamps, cleaning.................. 125
Tether anchor installation (see Child restraints)....... 50
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Index
Tires
cleaning..................... 3,335
replacing...................... 330
rotating...................... 329
snow tires and chains................ 333
storing your vehicle................. 368
tire grades..................... 332
treadwear..................... 332
Towing your vehicle, with a tow truck......... 281
Trailer towing, tips.................. 257
Transaxle, fluid, checking and adding (automatic).... 336
Transmitter (see Remote entry)............. 151
Trip odometer...................... 80
Turn signal, indicator lights............. 75,92
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Variable interval wipers................ 131
Vehicle storage.................... 366
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Warning chimes, safety belt................ 83
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 65
Warranties, radio................... 234
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 3
Washer fluid, reservoir................. 325
Wheels
cleaning..................... 3,335
inspection and maintenance............. 328
Windows....................... 160
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid.............. 325
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 327
operation...................... 131
reservoir...................... 325
specifications.................... 326
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