brake FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Workshop Manual

Servicing Your Windstar
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Engine
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Start the engine every fifteen days. Run it at fast idle until it
reaches normal operating temperature.
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With your foot on the brake, shift the transaxle into all gears
while the engine is running.
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Fuel system
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Fill fuel tank with high-quality unleaded fuel until the first
automatic shutoff of the fuel pump nozzle.
[SV47050(ALL)10/93]
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The fuel filter, fuel supply lines and engine are
maintained under pressure. This pressure must be
relieved prior to servicing the fuel filter and engine
compartment connections in order to avoid the danger of
fuel spray.
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NOTE: During extended periods of vehicle storage (60 days or
more), fuel may deteriorate due to oxidation. This can
damage rubber and other polymers in the fuel system
and may also clog small orifices.
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Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or
expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Follow the instructions
on the label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed
to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system.
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[SV47300(ALL)01/95]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will
protect the fuel system's inner surfaces from corrosion. Follow
the instructions packaged with the product.
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Fuel system components may be damaged by torches and
welding equipment.
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Cooling system
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Protect your vehicle against freezing temperatures.
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Battery
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Check and recharge the battery as necessary.
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Keep connections clean and covered with a light coat of
grease.
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Brakes
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Make sure the brakes and parking brake are fully released.
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Tires
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Maintain recommended air pressure.
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Miscellaneous
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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and clevis pins under
the vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust.
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Lubricate working parts to prevent corrosion.
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Index
381
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system).... 69,88
Accessory position on the ignition............. 55
Additives, engine oil.................. 317
Air bag supplemental restraint system......... 19,40
and child safety seats............... 20,39
description.................... 19,21
disposal....................... 25
driver air bag................... 19,21
indicator light................... 74,85
operation....................... 21
passenger air bag................... 21
proper seating.................... 20
tone generator.................... 25
wearing safety belts.................. 19
Air conditioning, manual heating and
air conditioning system............. 108
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 152
Alcohol, in fuel.................... 312
Aluminum wheels................... 272
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system).....128, 195
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 319
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 240
noise........................ 241
see also Brake.................... 240
warning light................... 69,88
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 273
Anti-theft system
arming the system.................. 156
description..................... 156
disarming an untriggered system........... 157
disarming a triggered system............. 157
triggering....................156, 157
warning light.................... 104
Assistance (see Customer assistance)........... 283
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382
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)....... 195
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)........... 123
Autolock (see Keyless entry).............. 154
Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 235
fluid, adding.................... 337
fluid, checking................... 336
fluid, refill capacities................ 363
fluid, specification.................. 365
B
Backing up...................... 236
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............261, 325
battery saver.................... 151
charging system warning light........... 72,85
how to service................... 323
jumping a disabled battery.............. 261
maintenance-free.................. 323
proper disposal, recycling.............. 324
when storing your vehicle.............. 368
Brake fluid
brake warning light................ 68,84
checking and adding................ 337
specifications..................338, 365
Brakelamp, bulb replacement.............. 354
Brakes
adjustment..................... 240
anti-lock...................... 240
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light..... 69,88
applying the brakes................. 243
brake warning light................ 68,84
fluid, checking and adding.............. 337
fluid, specifications...............338, 365
front disc...................... 240
if brakes do not grip well.............. 242
new brake linings................... 4
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Index
Brakes (continued)
noise........................ 242
parking...................... 244
stopping distances.................. 243
trailer....................... 256
when storing your vehicle.............. 368
Brake-shift interlock.................. 236
Break-in period..................... 4
Built-in child seat
cleaning....................... 37
operation....................... 27
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps..................... 352
specifications.................... 358
C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 292
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) . . . 292
Capacities for refilling fluids.............. 363
Carbon monoxide in exhaust............... 62
Cargo net....................... 192
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)....... 39
Cassette tape player
(see Electronic sound system)......213, 225, 228
Catalytic converter................... 359
CD player (see Electronic sound system)......... 201
Chains, tires...................... 333
Changing a tire.................... 267
Charging system warning light............ 72,85
Childproof locks.................... 144
Child safety restraints.................. 25
built-in child seat................... 27
child safety belts................... 38
child safety seats................... 39
Child safety seats
and air bags................... 20,39
attaching with tether straps.............. 50
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Electronic sound system (continued)
radio reception................... 232
tuning the radio..............197, 209, 226
warranty and service information........... 234
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system).......... 225
Emergencies, roadside
assistance..................... 283
battery acid spills................261, 325
jump-starting.................... 261
towing....................... 281
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 244
Emission control system
catalytic converter.................. 359
emissions warranty................. 360
Engine
check engine warning light............ 70,86
does not start..................... 61
fuel injected engine, starting.............. 57
fuel pump shut-off switch............... 61
preparing to start................... 57
service points.................... 305
starting....................... 55
starting after a collision............... 280
storing your vehicle................. 367
Engine block heater................... 60
Engine coolant
checking and adding................ 319
checking hoses................... 323
preparing for storage................ 368
proper solution...............321±322, 337
specifications.................... 365
Engine coolant temperature gauge, description..... 78,93
Engine knocking................... 311
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter.............. 318
checking and adding................ 317
dipstick...................... 317
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Index
Lamps (continued)
illuminated mirrors................. 191
interior lamps.................... 125
map lamps..................... 127
trailer....................... 256
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 129
Lap belts........................ 17
Liftgate........................ 158
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag...................... 74,85
anti-lock brakes (ABS)............... 69,88
anti-theft...................... 104
brake...................... 68,84
charging system.................. 72,85
check engine................... 70,86
door ajar..................... 74,90
hazard warning light................. 93
high beam.................... 75,90
low fuel....................... 76
low washer fluid................. 76,91
oil pressure.................... 73,89
safety belt.................... 69,83
speed control...................91,142
theft system.................... 104
traction control system................ 102
turn signal indicator................ 75,92
Load limits, trailer towing............... 254
Lubricant specifications................. 365
Luggage rack..................... 193
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 273
tightening sequence................. 278
Lumbar support pad.................. 170
M
Maintenance (see servicing)............... 301
Map pockets..................... 185
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392
Mileage, calculating fuel economy............ 314
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview mirror.......144, 190
heated....................... 190
rearview...................... 188
vanity mirror, illuminated.............. 191
Motorcraft parts.................... 364
O
Octane rating..................... 310
Odometer
description.................... 79,96
trip odometer..................... 80
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 316
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 361
Order forms, service information............ 198
Overdrive...................... 237
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 152
Parking brake
operation...................... 244
warning light................... 68,84
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 364
PCV valve, specifications................ 364
Power door locks................... 146
Power features
door locks..................... 146
lumbar support................... 170
mirrors....................... 189
seats........................ 169
windows...................... 160
Power steering
dipstick...................... 339
driving with power steering............. 240
fluid, checking and adding.............. 339
fluid, specifications................. 365
servicing...................... 240
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