heating FORD WINDSTAR 1997 1.G User Guide

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Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked by a
qualified technician whenever:
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your vehicle is raised for service
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the sound of the exhaust system changes
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your vehicle has been damaged in an accident
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If the exhaust system has any indications of leaks it should be
repaired immediately.
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Improve your ventilation by keeping all air intake vents clear of
snow, leaves, and other objects.
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If the engine idles while you are stopped in an open area for
long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch. Also,
adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in outside air.
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Read the sectionClimate Control Systemsfor instructions on
bringing fresh outside air into your vehicle. Refer to the Index.
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Index
367
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system)...... 12
Accessory position on the ignition............ 100
Additives, engine oil.................. 286
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats..............181, 200
description...................180, 182
disposal...................... 186
driver air bag..................180, 182
indicator light..................... 17
operation...................... 182
passenger air bag.................. 182
proper seating................... 181
service and information labels............ 182
tone generator................... 186
wearing safety belts................. 180
Air cleaner filter, location............... 283
Air conditioning, manual heating and
air conditioning system.............. 83
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 141
Alcohol, in fuel.................... 314
Aluminum wheels................... 265
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system)...... 41,99
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 292
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 223
noise........................ 223
see also Brake.................... 223
warning light..................... 12
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 266
Anti-theft system
arming the system.................. 145
description..................... 144
disarming an untriggered system........... 146
disarming a triggered system............. 146
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Index
Cleaning your vehicle................. 329
CD player and discs.................. 51
chrome and aluminum parts............. 330
exterior....................... 329
exterior lamps................... 331
fabric....................... 332
headlamps..................... 331
instrument panel.................81,330
instrument panel lens................ 331
interior....................... 332
interior lamps.................... 331
plastic parts.................... 330
polishing...................... 329
rustproofing.................... 330
safety belts..................... 330
tail lamps..................... 331
upholstery and interior trim............. 332
washing...................... 329
waxing....................... 329
wheels....................... 332
Climate control system
air conditioning.................... 81
heating........................ 81
Clock...................... 47,62,77
Cold engine starting.................. 218
Combination lap and shoulder belts........... 170
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system) . . . 42, 47
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system)..... 42
Console, description.................. 131
Controls, mirrors................... 129
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 292
drain and flush................... 296
preparing for storage................ 338
proper solution................... 294
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Index
Gearshift (continued)
positions...................... 228
shifting the gears.................. 228
shift-lock...................... 229
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 236
definition....................235, 245
driving with a heavy load.............. 245
location...................... 235
H
Hazard flashers.................... 108
Headlamps
aiming....................... 322
autolamp system.................. 115
bulb specification.................. 328
checking alignment................. 322
cleaning...................... 331
daytime running lights................. 97
flashing...................... 103
high beam..................... 103
replacing bulbs................... 322
turning on and off.................. 95
warning chime.................... 97
Head restraints.................... 154
Heated mirrors.................... 131
Heating
manual heating and air conditioning system....... 81
rear seat controls................... 91
High beams
indicator light..................... 18
operation...................... 103
Hitch......................... 238
Hood
latch location.................... 281
lubrication specifications............... 335
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