steering FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Owner's Manual

Features
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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.
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As you close the ashtray drawer, the cupholders will
automatically fold back into place.
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Driving Your Windstar
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Automatic Transaxle Operation
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Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
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Your vehicle's gearshift lever is on the steering column. The
OVERDRIVE ON/OFF button is located on the end of the
gearshift lever. You can put the gearshift lever in any one of
several positions.
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The steering column gearshift
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Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift
lever from position to position. If you do not hold the
brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly
and injure someone.
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Once you place the gearshift lever securely into position,
gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as
necessary.
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Steering Your Vehicle
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Your vehicle has power steering. Power steering uses energy
from the engine to help steer your vehicle.
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Never hold the steering wheel in the extreme right or left
position for more than five seconds if the engine is running.
This can damage the power steering pump.
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If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a
constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is
turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more
effort.
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NOTE: After any severe impact such as striking large
potholes, sliding into curbs on icy roads, or a collision
involving the front end, have the front suspension
and steering checked for possible damage.
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Brakes
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When the foot (service) brake pedal is depressed, the
high-mount brake lamp should illuminate.
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Front Disc Brakes
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The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. They only require
periodic inspection for pad wear.
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Rear Disc Brakes (If equipped)
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The rear disc brakes are self-adjusting. They only require
periodic inspection for pad wear.
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The rear disc parking brakes need to be adjusted manually.
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Rear Drum Brakes
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The rear drum brakes are self-adjusting. Automatic adjustment
occurs through normal use of the brakes.
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For example, even with anti-lock brakes, extreme braking can
make it difficult to control the direction of the vehicle. Use a
ªsqueezeº technique. Push on the brake pedal with steadily
increasing force. This allows the wheels to brake, yet continue to
roll so that you may steer in the direction you want to travel.
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If you release the accelerator abruptly or brake hard while
going too fast around a severe curve, your vehicle may change
its direction of travel. Avoid applying the brakes, if possible. If
you must apply the brakes, use the ªsqueezeº technique
described earlier.
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Wheel Spin
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Extreme acceleration can cause the front wheels to spin,
resulting in reduced steering control. If the wheels spin during
vehicle start-up, shift to 2 (Second) gear. Move forward slowly
and evenly. If this does not work, try rocking the vehicle.
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Driving at High Speeds
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RWARNING
Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of
loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for
extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle
components.
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Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits.
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RWARNING
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (55 km/h). The
tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
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Driving Your Windstar
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Driving in Bad Weather
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Slippery roads
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Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads.
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Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary.
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Drive more slowly than you would normally.
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Do not use speed control.
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Give your vehicle more distance to stop.
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Use the ªsqueezeº technique for braking as described in
previous braking sections.
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Consider using one of the lower gears.
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RWARNING
To avoid skidding and losing control on slippery roads,
do not downshift into 1 (First) when you are moving
faster than 20 mph (30 km/h).
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RWARNING
The Anti-Lock Brake System may not prevent brake
lock-up on extremely slippery surfaces.
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High water
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Do not drive through flooded areas unless you are sure that the
water is below the bottom of the wheel hubs.
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If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. You may
have limited traction or wet brakes so allow extra stopping
distance because your vehicle will not stop as quickly as usual.
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Trailer towing tips
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Before starting on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing
in an area away from heavy traffic. Get to know the ªfeelº of
the vehicle/trailer combination.
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Practice backing up. Back up very slowly, with someone outside
at the rear of your trailer to guide you. Place your hand at the
bottom of the steering wheel and move it in the direction you
want the rear of the trailer to swing. Slight movement of the
steering wheel results in a much larger movement of the rear of
the trailer.
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When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point
so the trailer wheels will clear curbs or other obstructions.
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Allow more room for stopping with a trailer attached. Trailer
brakes should be applied first, whether manually or
automatically controlled, when approaching a stop.
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For an easy-to-operate vehicle/trailer combination, the trailer
tongue load should be approximately 10-15% of the loaded
trailer weight.
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Make a thorough check of your equipment before starting out
on the road. After you have traveled about 50 miles (80 km),
stop in a protected area and double-check your hitch and
electrical connections. Also check trailer wheel lug nuts for
tightness.
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Roadside Emergencies
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Changing a Flat Tire
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If you get a flat tire while you are driving, do not apply the
brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease the speed. Hold the
steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the
side of the road. Park on a level spot, turn off the ignition, set
the parking brake, and turn on the hazard flashers.
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Using the Spare Tire
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Your vehicle has a temporary spare tire (unless you ordered the
optional full-size spare tire). This spare tire is smaller than a
regular tire and is designed for emergency use only. Use it only
when you get a flat tire and replace it as soon as you can. This
spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY
so that you can easily identify it.
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If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do
not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing
you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring
yourself or others.
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When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT:
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exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances
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load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum
vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal
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tow a trailer
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use tire chains
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try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its
wheel
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Servicing Your Windstar
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Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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To open the hood:
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Pull the hood release lever located below the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
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Hood release lever location
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Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary
hood latch under the hood in the front center of the vehicle.
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Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining
clip. Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole
provided on the underside of the hood.
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Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry.
This may cause the brakes to fail.
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Power Steering Fluid
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Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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To check the level of your power steering fluid:
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Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will reach the right temperature after at least five
minutes of idling or at least one mile (1 km) of driving.
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While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and
forth several times. Make sure that the cap assembly is
installed at this time.
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Then turn the engine off.
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Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir.
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The power steering fluid cap
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If the power steering fluid is low, add fluid in small
amounts, continuously checking the level, until the fluid is
between the minimum (MIN) and maximum (MAX) lines on
the dipstick. Do not overfill.
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Make sure the cap is free of all dirt prior to re-installing to
prevent pump damage.
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Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford Specification
ESW-M2C33-F, such as Ford Premium Power Steering Fluid,
E6AZ-19582-AA or an equivalent Type F Automatic Transaxle
Fluid with a Ford registration number (an 8-digit number
beginning with ª2Pº printed on the fluid container).
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NOTE: If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your
vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid.
This can damage the power steering pump.
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If you must check the power steering fluid when it is cold,
make sure that the fluid reaches at least the minimum (MIN)
mark. The reading will only be accurate if the fluid temperature
is approximately 70Ê to100ÊF (21Ê to 38ÊC).
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