cooling FORD WINDSTAR 1996 1.G Owners Manual

Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP01775(ALL)05/95]
The air conditioning settings include MAX A/C, A/C andS
(Panel/Floor). However, heating capabilities are also provided in
these modes. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as necessary
to receive cool (air-conditioned) or warm (heated) air when in
these modes.
[IP01780(ALL)06/94]
NOTE: The A/C compressor will only operate when outside
air temperatures are above approximately45ÊF (7ÊC).
[IP01785(ALL)06/94]
The climate control system provides fresh outside air in all
function control settings except for MAX A/C andm(OFF).
Only recirculated interior air is available in MAX A/C.
[IP01791(ALL)04/95]
InMAX A/C, air from inside the passenger compartment is
recirculated continuously and the A/C compressor is engaged.
In this position, the system provides maximum cooling,
maximum dehumidifying, and greater fuel efficiency. It also has
a greater noise level because the sound of the air from the
blower motor is not muffled by a closed damper door as it
would be in all other functional settings.
[IP01802(ALL)04/95]
InA/C, outside air is drawn into the system and the A/C
compressor is engaged. The cooling process and the distribution
of cooled air is the same as that provided with MAX A/C.
Because outside air is drawn into the system, it will not have
the advantage of cooling already cooled air. It will have a lower
noise level because a closed damper door muffles the sound of
the air from the blower motor.
[IP01812(ALL)06/94]
InQ(PANEL), air is drawn from the outside and directed into
the passenger compartment through the instrument panel
registers. The temperature of the air can be varied by adjusting
the Temperature Control Knob. This mode is normally used as a
vent setting. The A/C compressor does not operate in this
mode, only heating capabilities are provided.
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Turning on the Air Conditioner
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[IP02132(ALL)09/93]
To cool your vehicle quickly in warm weather:
[IP02142(ALL)06/94]1.
Turn the Function Selector Knob to MAX A/C.
[IP02144(ALL)06/94]2.
Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
[IP02154(ALL)06/94]3.
Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
[IP02164(ALL)05/95]4.
If your vehicle is equipped with the rear passenger
compartment air conditioning unit, it will be on when the
front system is on MAX A/C, A/C or PANEL/FLOOR and
the rear climate control knob is set to REAR CTRL, Medium
Low, Medium High, or High. Refer to the previous section
for an explanation of the heating system.
[IP02174(ALL)10/93]5.
Adjust your instrument panel registers.
[IP02184(ALL)03/94]6.
If the inside of your vehicle is very warm, you may want to
drive for a few minutes with the windows down and the air
conditioner on. This forces most of the hot, stale air out of
the vehicle and allows the air conditioner to cool the interior
more quickly.
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[IP02194(ALL)05/95]
The air conditioner may be used to cool the outside air being
drawn into your vehicle, but using recirculated air is more
economical and cools your vehicle more quickly.
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[IP02202(ALL)07/93]
Cooling your vehicle with outside air
[IP02212(ALL)10/93]
Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter
but less economical than using recirculated air. It also has less
cooling capacity.
[IP02222(ALL)10/93]
To cool your vehicle with outside air:
[IP02232(ALL)06/94]1.
Turn the Function Selector Knob to the A/C orS
(PANEL/FLOOR).
[IP02242(ALL)06/94]2.
Turn the Temperature Control Knob to COOL.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP02252(ALL)06/94]3.
Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
[IP02262(ALL)10/93]4.
Make sure that the registers in the instrument panel are open
and adjusted to the positions of your choice.
[IP02272(ALL)06/94]
During periods of high humidity, vapor may be emitted from
the air outlets when using the A/C with outside air. Correct
this by switching the Function Control Knob to MAX A/C.
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[IP02282(ALL)06/94]
Improving fuel economy
[IP02292(ALL)06/94]
Whenever you turn on the air conditioning, your vehicle uses
more fuel because the air conditioning compressor is running.
To get better fuel economy while cooling your vehicle, do not
use the air conditioner on mild days. Instead, set the function
control knob toQ(PANEL) and turn the temperature control
knob to COOL.
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[IP02302(ALL)04/95]
Operating tips
[IP02307(ALL)08/94]
To vary the temperature inside your vehicle, move the
Temperature Control Knob toward WARM (red) for warmer
temperatures and toward COOL (blue) for cooler temperatures.
The Temperature Control Knob setting determines the
temperature of the air being discharged from the system in all
operating modes (heating or A/C).
[IP02312(ALL)08/94]
When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather,
place the automatic transaxle gearshift selector lever in Park (P)
or in Neutral (N). This aids in engine cooling and air
conditioner efficiency. (If the engine overheats, turn the
Function Selector Knob toQ(PANEL) and turn the
Temperature Control Knob to WARM.)
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[IP02316(ALL)10/93]
When your vehicle's engine is operated at full throttle, the air
conditioner compressor will automatically be turned off to allow
maximum engine power. This may occur during passing or
when climbing steep grades. The compressor will return to
normal operation within a few seconds after full throttle is no
longer needed.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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If an A/C mode is chosen, rear passengers will receive FULL
COOL (air-conditioned) air out of the side and upper rear
registers. If a heat mode or theQ(PANEL) mode is chosen,
rear passengers will receive FULL WARM (heated) air out of
the lower rear registers.
[IP02420(ALL)04/95]
Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the
temperature or select the location of the airflow from the
auxiliary climate control system. Rear passengers can adjust the
Rear Fan Speed Control Knob and air discharge (adjust
registers) for comfort.
[IP02500(ALL)08/94]
NOTE: For maximum heating and cooling for front seat
passengers, set the rear fan switch to them(OFF)
position.
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[IP09300(ALL)04/95]
Liftgate Window Features
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[IP09400(ALL)05/95]
Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
(Standard in Canada)
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[IP09500(ALL)04/95]
The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or
thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
The defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
[IP09600(ALL)09/93]
The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the steering column and below the climate control
system.
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Driving Your Windstar
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[DR21600(ALL)10/93]
When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather,
place the gearshift selector lever in P (Park) to increase the
engine idle speed. This aids in engine cooling and air
conditioner efficiency. If the engine overheats, turn the selector
knob to select the fresh air position to stop the air conditioner
compressor. Increase the engine speed for a short time.
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[DR21700(ALL)01/93]
Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade.
However, if you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks
under the trailer's wheels as follows:
[DR21800(ALL)11/93]1.
Apply the foot service brake pedal and hold.
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[DR21900(ALL)11/93]2.
Have another person place the wheel chocks under the
trailer wheels.
[DR22000(ALL)11/93]3.
With the chocks in place, release the foot service brake
pedal, making sure the chocks are holding.
[DR22100(ALL)11/93]4.
Apply the parking brake by pressing the service brake pedal
down firmly with your right foot while applying the parking
brake lever with your right hand.
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[DR22200(ALL)11/93]5.
Shift the gearshift lever into P (Park).
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[RE01400(ALL)03/95]
To avoid damaging your vehicle or your battery, and to avoid
injury to yourself, follow these directions for preparing your
vehicle to jump-start and connecting the jumper cables in the
order they are given. If in doubt, call for road service.
[RE01500(ALL)02/95]
To prepare your vehicle for jump-starting:
[RE01600(ALL)02/95]1.
Use only a 12-volt battery to jump-start your vehicle. Your
vehicle has a 12-volt starting system, so you need to use a
12-volt jumper system. You can damage your starting motor,
ignition system, and other electrical parts if you connect
them to a 24-volt power supply (either two 12-volt batteries
in series or a 24-volt motor generator set).
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[RE01700(ALL)03/95]2.
Do not disconnect the battery of the vehicle that needs a
jump-start. You could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
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[RE01800(ALL)03/95]3.
Park the second vehicle close to the hood of your vehicle,
but make sure the vehicles do not touch each other. Set the
parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine
cooling fan.
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[RE01900(ALL)03/95]4.
Check the battery terminals and remove any excessive
corrosion before you attach the jumper cables.
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[RE02000(ALL)01/93]5.
Turn on the heater blower in both vehicles. Turn off all other
switches and lights in both vehicles to prevent possible
damage to either vehicle's electrical systems.
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[SV18950(ALL)11/93]
17-1/2 pica
art:0050025-B
Engine coolant recovery reservoir fill location
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[SV18975(ALL)01/95]
Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an equivalent
engine coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Do
not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze and do not use engine
coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. If you do
not use the proper coolant, the aluminum radiator on your
vehicle will corrode.
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[SV19000(ALL)01/93]
Whenever you remove the radiator cap, make sure that you also
check the condition of the radiator cap rubber seals. Make sure
they are clean and free of any dirt. Rinse off with water, if
necessary. When you replace the radiator cap, make sure the
radiator filler neck seats are clean. Also check that the overflow
hose is not kinked or turned in such a way that prevents an
easy flow.
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[SV19100(ALL)02/95]
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is running or
hot. If you must remove the radiator cap, follow these steps to
avoid personal injury that can be caused by escaping steam or
engine coolant.
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[SV19300(ALL)02/95]1.
Turn the engine off and let it cool before removing the
radiator cap. You should exercise care when removing the
cap, even from a cooled engine.
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[SV19400(ALL)03/95]2.
When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap
and turn it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop.
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[SV19500(ALL)02/95]3.
Step back while the pressure is released.
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[SV19600(ALL)04/95]4.
When you are sure that all the pressure has been released,
use the cloth to press, turn, and remove cap.
[SV19700(ALL)02/95]5.
Stand away from the radiator opening while removing the
cap. Hot steam may blow out or hot engine coolant may
splash out.
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[SV19800(ALL)01/93]
Freezing Protection
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[SV19900(ALL)01/93]
The factory-installed solution of Ford Premium Cooling System
Fluid and water will protect your vehicle tos35ÊF (s37ÊC).
Check the freeze protection rating of the engine coolant at least
once a year, just before winter.
% [SV20000(ALL)02/95]
Add engine coolant only to the engine coolant recovery
reservoir Ð not to the radiator. If the coolant level is low, add
to the engine coolant recovery reservoir a 50/50 mixture of
water and the type of engine coolant that Ford specifies. If the
coolant recovery reservoir is empty, you should also check the
radiator to see if it is low. Check the coolant level again the
next few times you drive your vehicle.
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[SV20100(ALL)02/95]
Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid is an optimized formula
that will protect all metals and rubber elastomers used in Ford
engines for four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). It is not
necessary and not recommended to use supplemental coolant
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322additives in your gasoline powered vehicle. These additives may
harm your engine cooling system. Follow the recommended
service interval for changing your engine coolant.
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[SV20200(ALL)11/93]
NOTE: When adding to or changing your engine coolant, it is
important to maintain a coolant concentration between
40% (s11ÊF [s24ÊC]) and 60% (s62ÊF [s52ÊC])
depending on your local climate conditions. When
coolant concentration falls below 40%, you will lose
freeze protection; above 60%, your engine may
overheat on a warm day. If coolant concentration is
outside this range, you may lose corrosion and rust
protection for the metals in your engine cooling
system.
[SV20300(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: Do not use an engine coolant that does not meet all
14 requirements of Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A.
The use of a coolant that does not meet the 14
requirements may void your warranty for the engine
cooling system. Use only a premium, nationally
recognized brand name engine coolant.
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[SV20400(ALL)02/94]
Ford Motor Company expressly authorizes the Ford Rotunda
engine coolant recycling process and chemicals. Use only Ford
Rotunda recycled engine coolant or an equivalent non-Ford
Rotunda recycled engine coolant that is certified by the supplier
to meet Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A.
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[SV20500(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a
responsible manner. Follow your community's
standards for disposing of these types of fluids. Call
your local recycling center to find out about recycling
automotive fluids.
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[SV20700(ALL)01/93]
Leave the coolant in all year. Make sure that the coolant will
not freeze at the temperature level in which you usually drive
during winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your engine
that has a protection rating of at leasts20ÊF (s29ÊC).
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Servicing Your Windstar
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[SV20800(ALL)01/93]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture your vehicle's
coolant system can hold, seeRefill Capacitieslater in this chapter.
[SV20900(ALL)02/95]
You may add water by itself only in an emergency, but you
should replace it with a 50/50 mixture of water and coolant as
soon as possible.
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[SV21000(ALL)02/95]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if
you have to add engine coolant more than once a month, or
you have to add more than a quart (liter) at a time.
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[SV21100(ALL)11/94]
Checking hoses
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[SV21200(ALL)01/93]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine
coolant. Make whatever repairs or replacements are necessary
using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
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[SV21300(ALL)05/95]
Engine coolant drain and flush
[SV21400(ALL)11/93]
To drain and flush your engine coolant, youMUSTsee your
Ford dealer or refer to the procedure in the service manual.
Failing to do so could result in engine damage.
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[SV21505(ALL)05/95]
Battery
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[SV21510(ALL)02/95]
The Motorcraft maintenance-free battery does not require
additional water during its life of service. The vents are part of
the cover and cannot be removed. For longer, trouble-free
operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make
certain the battery cables are tightly fastened to the battery
terminals.
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[SV21515(ALL)02/95]
If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals,
remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a
wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of
baking soda and water. Reinstall the cables when you are done
cleaning them, and apply a small quantity of grease to the top
of each battery terminal to help prevent corrosion.
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