steering FORD WINDSTAR 1998 1.G Owner's Manual

Maintenance and Care
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[MC12400(ALL)01/96]2.
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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[MC12500(ALL)01/96]3.
Then turn the engine off.
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[MC12600(ALL)01/96]4.
Check the fluid level in the power steering fluid reservoir.
[MC12700(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0050163-A
The power steering fluid cap
[MC12800(ALL)01/96]5.
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.
[MC12900(ALL)01/96]6.
Make sure the cap is free of all dirt prior to re-installing to
prevent pump damage.
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[MC13000(ALL)01/96]
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 º2Pª printed on the fluid container).
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[MC13100(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC13200(ALL)01/96]
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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[MC13300(ALL)01/96]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
[MC13400(ALL)01/96]
Under normal circumstances, you need to change the fluid at
30,000 miles (48,000 km) for normal operating conditions or
21,000 miles (34,000 km) for severe duty. However, if the
transaxle is not working properly (for example, slipping or
shifting slowly), or you notice some sign of fluid leakage, the
fluid level should be checked.
[MC13500(ALL)09/96]
It is best to check the transaxle fluid level at normal operating
temperature, after approximately 20 miles (32 km) of driving.
However, if necessary, you can check the fluid level without
having to drive 20 miles (32 km) to obtain a normal operating
temperature if outside temperatures are above50ÊF (10ÊC).
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[MC13600(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If the vehicle has been operated for an extended
period at high speeds or in city traffic during hot
weather, or if it has been pulling a trailer, the engine
should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow
the fluid to cool before checking.
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Lubricant Specifications
ITEMFORD
PART NAMEFORD
PART NO.FORD
SPECIFICATIONBrake Master CylinderFord High
Performance DOT3
Brake FluidC6AZ-19542-ABESA-M6C25-ADoor WeatherstripsSilicone LubricantCOAZ-19553-AAESR-M13P4-AEngine CoolantFord Premium
Cooling System FluidE2FZ-19549-AAESE-M97B44-AEngine OilMotorcraft Super
Premium 5W30XO-5W30-QSPESE-M2C153-F and
API Certification
MarkHood Latch and
Auxiliary Catch, Door
and Liftgate HingesMulti-Purpose
Grease SprayD7AZ-19584-AAESR-M1C159-A
and
ESB-M1C93-APower Steering Pump
ReservoirMotorcraft Type F
Power Steering FluidE6AZ-19582-AAESW-M2C33-FTransaxle Automatic
OverdriveMotorcraft
MERCONÒXT-2-QDX
MERCONÒWheel Bearings, RearMotorcraft Premium
Long Life GreaseXG-1-C or
XG-1-KESA-M1C75-B

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Index
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New vehicle break-in.................. 4
O
Odometer........................ 23
description...................... 23
trip odometer..................... 23
Oil filter....................... 278
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 276
Oil viscosity...................... 276
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 310
Overdrive....................... 218
Overseas offices.................... 337
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 128
Parking brake
operation...................... 214
warning light................. 11,18,143
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 323
PCV valve, specifications................ 323
Power door locks................... 112
Power features
door locks..................... 112
lumbar support................... 137
mirrors.....................117±118
seats........................ 136
windows...................... 113
Power steering
dipstick...................... 286
driving with power steering............. 215
fluid, checking and adding.............. 286
fluid, specifications................. 325
servicing...................... 215
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Spare tire
changing the tire.................. 247
conventional spare................. 247
Spark plugs, specifications............... 323
Special driving conditions............... 230
Specification chart, lubricants.............. 325
Speed control
turning off..................... 102
when towing a trailer................ 226
Speedometer...................... 23
Starting your vehicle
preparing to start your vehicle............ 205
starting a cold engine................ 206
starting your vehicle if the battery is disabled..... 262
Steering, power.................... 215
Steering wheel
horn......................... 99
locking........................ 91
tilting....................... 100
Storage compartments................. 156
cargo net...................... 124
center console................... 121
Storing your vehicle.................. 326
Supplemental air bag readiness light........... 17
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).......... 167
T
Tail lamps
bulb replacement................314, 318
cleaning...................... 320
Temperature control (see Climate control)......... 71
Tether anchor installation (see Child restraints)...... 199
Tilt steering wheel................... 100
Tires......................... 294
changing...................... 247
checking the pressure................ 294
cleaning...................... 322
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