FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Owners Manual

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The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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Turn Signal Lever
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You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering
column to:
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operate the turn signals.
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turn the headlamps to high beam.
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flash the headlamps.
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turn the windshield wipers and washer on/off.
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Turn Signals
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To turn on the right turn signal, push the turn signal lever up.
The right-side arrow on the instrument panel will flash.
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To turn on the left turn signal, pull the turn signal lever down.
The left-side arrow on the instrument panel will flash.
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Usually, the turn signals turn off automatically after you turn
your vehicle. If the turn signal continues to flash after you have
made the turn, pull the lever back to the neutral position.
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To indicate a lane change to the right, push the turn signal
lever up slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. To
indicate a lane change to the left, pull the turn signal lever
down slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. The
lever will return to the OFF position when you release it.
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If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (does not flash) when you signal a
turn, the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this
condition corrected as soon as possible, and use the accepted
hand signals until the turn signal system is repaired.
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High Beams
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To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamps on and push
the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the
high beams are on, the high beam indicator light on the
instrument panel is illuminated.
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To return to the low beam setting, pull the turn signal lever
toward you until it latches back into the neutral position. The
high beam indicator light turns off.
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High beam and flash-to-pass operation
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Flashing the Lights
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To flash the headlamps, pull the turn signal lever toward you
for a moment and then release it. The high beam headlamps
will flash whether the headlamps are on or off.
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Windshield Wipers and Washer
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Variable Interval Wipers
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Your vehicle has wipers that operate at varying intervals. For
example, you can set the interval so they wipe less often in
light rain or more often in heavier rain. The wiper delays range
from about 1.5 to 20 seconds.
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Variable interval wiper control
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To set the interval wipers, rotate the knob at the end of the turn
signal lever to the most effective interval. The farther the knob
is from the OFF position, the faster the wipers move.
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Speed Dependent Wipers
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This feature compensates for the extra moisture that
accumulates on your windshield at higher speeds during rain.
At higher speeds, the Speed Dependent feature shortens the
delay between wipes when you use the variable interval wipers.
Delay will automatically adjust at speeds between 10 and
65 mph (16 and 105 km/h).
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The Speed Dependent feature comes disabled from the factory,
but can be activated at any time by using the following
procedure.
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Make sure the two front doors are securely closed.
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Insert the key into the ignition and turn first to the ON
position (the gauges on the instrument panel willnot
illuminate) and then back to the OFF position. Remove the
key and within 30 seconds:
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Press and hold the washer button on the end of the turn
signal lever.
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Within two seconds, put the key back in the ignition and
turn to the ON position.
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Hold the washer button down until a long (two second) tone
is heard. Release the button while the tone is active.
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After the long tone, a confirmation sequence will be heard.
One beep indicates the feature is inactive. Two beeps
indicates the feature is active.
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Repeat this procedure any time you want to cancel or reactivate
the Speed Dependent feature.
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Windshield Washer
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To clean the windshield, push in the washer button on the end
of the turn signal lever. For a constant spray, push and hold the
button. If the windshield wipers are off, one momentary push
results in one wipe and a longer push in three wipes and
activation of washer fluid. If the windshield wipers are in
interval mode a quick tap results in two wipe cycles and a
longer tap in three wipes and washer fluid activation.
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Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty and never activate the washers for more than
fifteen seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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In freezing weather, the washer solution may freeze on
the windshield and obscure your vision. Always warm
up the windshield with the defroster before you use the
washer fluid. If you cannot see through the windshield
clearly, it can increase the risk of being involved in a
collision.
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For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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Gearshift Lever
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The gearshift lever on your vehicle is mounted on the steering
column. On the end of the gearshift lever is the Overdrive
On/Off button and the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp. For additional
information about the gearshift lever and the Overdrive On/Off
button, see theDriving Your Vehiclechapter.
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OVERDRIVE OFF Lamp
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This lamp indicates the operating range of the transaxle. This
lamp will illuminate when the Overdrive On/Off button is
depressed.
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OVERDRIVE OFF lamp location
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With the transaxle range selector in the Overdrivejrange, the
OVERDRIVE OFF lamp will not be illuminated. The transaxle
will be allowed to upshift and downshift from 1st through 4th
gears. When the Overdrive on/off button is depressed, the
OVERDRIVE OFF lamp will illuminate. The transaxle will now
only upshift and downshift from 1st through 3rd gears. The
vehicle will always return to the overdrive operation mode
when the ignition is turned off and back on.
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If the lamp does not come on when the Overdrive ON/OFF
button is depressed or if the lamp flashes when you are driving,
have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. If this
condition persists, damage could occur to the transaxle.
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Horn
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To sound the horn, press the center of the steering wheel. Check
the horn regularly to make sure it operates properly.
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The horn pad
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Hazard Flasher Switch
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The hazard flasher is used to alert other drivers to hazardous
situations.
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The hazard flasher switch operates the same lamps as the turn
signal lever. When the hazard flasher is activated, all of these
lamps will flash on and off. The turn signal indicators cannot be
used when the hazard lamps are flashing. Operation of the
hazard flashers does not affect operation of the brakelamps.
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The flashers work even with the key out of the ignition. The
flashers will work for up to two hours when the battery is fully
charged and in good condition. They will not drain the battery
excessively. If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if
your battery is not fully charged, your battery may be drained
to the point where the vehicle will not start.
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The hazard flasher switch is located on top of the steering
column.
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To use the hazard flasher:
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Push the HAZARD switch; you will see the turn signal
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To stop the hazard flashers, push the HAZARD switch again.
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Tilt Steering (If equipped)
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With the tilt steering option, you can move your steering wheel
up or down.
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To change the position of the steering column:
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Make sure your vehicle is stopped.
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Pull the tilt release lever on the column toward you.
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Tilt the steering wheel up or down until you find the best
position for you.
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Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
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Be sure the steering wheel is locked in place. It can only be
adjusted to specific positions. Do not adjust the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion.
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Speed Control (If equipped)
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If your vehicle has speed control, you can automatically
maintain a constant speed at or above 30 mph (50 km/h).
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When driving in hilly terrain, at high elevations, or when
pulling a trailer, it may be desirable to drive in the Overdrive
Lockout mode. This can be done by depressing the O/D button
on the end of the gearshift lever. Driving in this mode helps
prevent excessive transaxle shifting and helps speed control to
maintain speed when going down steep hills.
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Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) or in Canada the Canadian
Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) approved
may cause the speed control to malfunction. Therefore, use only
properly installed FCC (CRTC in Canada) approved radio
transmitting equipment in your vehicle.
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NOTE: Do not shift to N (Neutral) when using the speed
control. This will cause the engine to overspeed.
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The speed control switches on the steering wheel
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To set the speed control:
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Find the speed control switches on the steering wheel.
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Press and release the ON switch.
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Accelerate to the desired speed above 30 mph (50 km/h)
using the accelerator pedal.
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Make sure you are driving faster than 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Press SET ACCEL and release it immediately. This will set
your speed. If you keep this switch pressed, your speed will
continue to increase and will not be set at the desired speed.
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Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will
maintain the speed you set.
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If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle may
momentarily slow down or speed up, even though the speed
control is on. This is normal.
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