ECU FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Service Manual

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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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[SV31700(ALL)02/93]
Checking the Automatic Transaxle Fluid
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[SV31800(ALL)01/93]
With the vehicle on a level surface, start the engine and move
the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges allowing
sufficient time for each position to engage. Securely latch the
gearshift lever in the P (Park) position, fully set the parking
brake and leave the engine running.
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[SV32000(ALL)01/93]
Wipe off the dipstick cap, pull the dipstick out and wipe the
indicator end clean. Put the dipstick back into the filler tube and
make sure it is fully seated. Pull the dipstick out and read the
fluid level.
[SV32100(ALL)10/93]
When checking fluid at normal operating temperature, the fluid
level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick.
[SV32200(ALL)08/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0050021-A
The automatic transmission dipstick
[SV32250(ALL)11/93]
NOTE: Your vehicle should not be driven until some fluid
has been added if the fluid level is below the bottom
hole on the dipstick and the outside temperature is
above50ÊF (10ÊC). Addonly enough fluid to bring the
level above the bottom hole. The fluid level should be
rechecked at normal operating temperature.
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Update:Tue Mar 19 08:16:43 1996