child lock FORD WINDSTAR 2000 2.G Owners Manual
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner's Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAir Bag-Front
Air Bag-SideChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Tether
Anchorage
Brake SystemAnti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedTraction Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
Power Windows
Front/RearPower Window Lockout
Introduction
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
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Smart locks
With the key in the ignition, in any switch position, and either the
driver's or passenger's door open, the doors cannot be locked using the
front door lock switches.
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
When these locks are set, the rear
sliding doors cannot be opened from
the inside. The doors can be opened
from the outside when the doors are
unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
front edge of each sliding door and must be set separately for each door.
Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both
doors.
Move lock control up to engage the lock. Move control down to
disengage childproof locks.
If your vehicle is equipped with Power Sliding Door(s), refer to the
Power Sliding Doorsection of this chapter for more information on how
the childproof locks operate with this system.
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has an
auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from
the normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach
the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind, it
will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this may
impair proper mirror performance.
Press the control to turn the mirror
OFF or AUTO.
The mirror will automatically return
to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)
(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.
OFF AUTO
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Safety/Obstructions
If anything obstructs the Power Sliding Door while it is closing, the door
will automatically reverse to the open position, provided it meets
sufficient resistance.
Resetting the PSD
The power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because of
the following condition:
²a low voltage or dead battery
²disconnecting the battery
²if the PSD fuse (fuse #6) is removed or blown. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside emergencieschapter.
If any of these conditions occur, reset the PSD by:
1. Check to see if power sliding door is unlocked and securely closed.
2. Make sure the gearshift is in (P) Park.
3. Push the power door control on the overhead console to open the
door.
4. Wait five (5) seconds and close the door by pressing the power door
control on the overhead console.
5. Wait five (5) seconds and repeat Steps 3 and 4 and go on to step 6.
6. Repeat steps 3±5 for opposite door.
If the door does not rest in the fully open position, repeat Steps 1±4
again. If the door still does not operate correctly:
7. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
8. Remove the PSD fuse (fuse #6) from the passenger fuse panel and
leave it out for thirty (30) seconds. Refer toFuses and relaysin the
Roadside emergencieschapter.
9. Reinstall the fuse and wait ten (10) seconds.
10. Repeat steps 1±6 above.
If the door still does not operate correctly, see your dealer for service.
Sliding Door Child Safety Lock
Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door child safety lock that helps
prevent passengers from operating the sliding door by using the inside
door handle. This lock is on both doors if equipped. The child safety lock
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lever is located in the inside of the sliding door, on the front edge of the
door. Lift the control up to engage the child lock.
If you have the optional power sliding door, disable the power sliding
door by pushing the ON/OFF control in the overhead console to the OFF
position. The power sliding door cannot be opened from the rear seat
when both this feature and the child lock are engaged.
If you want to open the sliding door when the child safety lock is on:
²Unlock the sliding door and open the door from the outside.
²If you have the optional power sliding door, press the right or left
hand control on the overhead console to open the door.
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
²Utility compartment
²Compact disc changer (if equipped)
Rear seat entertainment system (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Rear Seat Entertainment System.
This system offers the rear passengers a VHS video cassette player, a
6.4º LCD video screen, video game inputs and is integrated into the
vehicle audio system. Refer to the Rear Seat Entertainment User Manual
for operating instructions or call 1-800-367-3333 for product assistance.
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)
To install floor mats that have a retention post:
Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post and rotate forward to
lock in. Make sure that the mat does
not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator or the brake pedal.
To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.
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Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back
seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.
Combination lap and shoulder belts
1. Insert the belt tongue into the
proper buckle (the buckle closest to
the direction the tongue is coming
from) until you hear a snap and feel
it latch. Make sure the tongue is
securely fastened in the buckle.
2. To unfasten, push the release
button and remove the tongue from
the buckle.
The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are
combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger
outboard safety belts have locking cinch tongues described below:
Safety belts with locking cinch tongue
The locking cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing when
the belt is in the stowed position or while putting seat belts on. When
the locking cinch tongue of the lap/shoulder combination seat belt is
latched into the buckle, the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to
become shorter, but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from
becoming longer.
Seating and safety restraints
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To install the new bulb:
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children's reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
1. With the flat side of the new bulb's plastic base facing upward, insert
the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. Turn the bulb left or
right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp
assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp
assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly.
2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the
rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a ªstop.º
3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until
it snaps, locking it into position.
4. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp with the rear
retainer, push rearward and secure with two retainer pins.
5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the
headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should
not need to align it again.
Maintenance and care
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Accessory delay ..........................90
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ..........140,141,145
and child safety seats ............142
description .......................141,145
disposal ....................................148
driver air bag ...................143,146
indicator light .............10,144,147
operation ..........................143,146
passenger air bag ............143,146
side air bag ..............................145
Air cleaner filter .......................254
Air conditioning ..........................28
Air filter, cabin ..........................220
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................211
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) .......................165,166
Anti-theft system ......................113
arming the system ..................113
disarming a
triggered system .....................114
warning light ...............................9
Audio system (see Radio) .........38
Automatic transaxle .................169
driving with .............................170
fluid, adding ............................218
fluid, checking ........................218
fluid, refill capacities ..............255
fluid, specification ..................257
Auxiliary power point ...............116
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........256
Battery .......................................223
acid, treating emergencies .....223
charging system warning light ..8
jumping a disabled battery ....197
maintenance-free ....................223
replacement, specifications ...254
servicing ..................................223
Belt minder ...............................136
Brakes ........................................165anti-lock ............................165,166
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ..........10,166
brake warning light ..................10
fluid, checking and adding ....210
fluid, refill capacities ..............255
fluid, specifications ..........256,257
lubricant specifications ...256,257
parking ....................................166
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ............81
shift interlock ..........................169
Break-in period .............................3
Capacities for refilling fluids ....255
Cargo net ...................................118
Cassette tape player ...................63
CD changer .................................74
Certification Label ....................259
Child safety restraints ..............148
child safety belts ....................148
Child safety seats ......................149
in front seat ............................150
in rear seat .......................150,153
tether anchorage hardware ...154
Cleaning your vehicle ...............248
engine compartment ..............250
exterior ....................................249
exterior lamps .........................250
instrument panel ....................251
instrument panel lens ............251
interior .......................251,252,253
mirrors .....................................249
plastic parts ............................249
safety belts ..............................252
washing ....................................248
waxing .....................................248
wheels ......................................249
windows ..................................252
wiper blades ............................250
woodtone trim ........................252
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............28
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Lights, warning and indicator ......8
air bag ........................................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) .....10,166
anti-theft .....................................9
brake ..........................................10
charging system ..........................8
check engine .............................11
door ajar ....................................12
high beam ............................10,12
low fuel ........................................8
low washer fluid .......................13
oil pressure ...............................10
overdrive off ..............................11
safety belt ...................................9
traction control active ................8
traction control off .....................9
turn signal indicator ...................9
Load limits .................................173
GAWR ......................................173
GVWR ......................................173
trailer towing ..........................173
Locks
autolock ...................................113
childproof ..................................92
Lubricant specifications ....256,257
Lumbar support, seats .............121
Message center ...........................16
english/metric button ...............17
system check button ................17
warning messages .....................18
Mirrors .........................................93
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................92
cleaning ...................................249
fold away ...................................91
heated ........................................91
side view mirrors (power) .......90
Motorcraft parts .................235,254
Octane rating ............................234
Odometer .....................................15
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................206
Overdrive ..............................87,169Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................109
Parking brake ............................166
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....254
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............81
Power adjustable foot pedals .....81
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................187
Power door locks .................91,113
Power steering ..........................168
fluid, checking and adding ....216
fluid, refill capacity ................255
fluid, specifications ..........256,257
Radio ............................................38
Relays ........................................182
Remote entry system ........105,109
illuminated entry ........27,110,113
locking/
unlocking doors ........106,107,108
panic alarm .............................109
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................112
replacing the batteries ...........110
Reverse sensing system .............78
Roof rack ...................................179
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ........13,130,131,133,135
Safety defects, reporting ..........272
Safety restraints ...130,131,133,135
belt minder .............................136
cleaning
the safety belts ................139,252
extension assembly ................135
for adults ..........................131,133
for children .............................148
lap belt ....................................134
warning light
and chime .................9,13,135,136
Safety seats for children ..........149
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............130
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Seats ..........................................119
child safety seats ....................149
cleaning ............................252,253
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................114,115,116
Servicing your vehicle ..............203
Spark plugs,
specifications ......................254,257
Specification chart,
lubricants ............................256,257
Speed control ..............................82
Speedometer ...............................15
Starting your vehicle .........161,163
jump starting ..........................197
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................88
Tachometer .................................14
Tilt steering wheel ......................88
Tires ......................191,226,227,228
changing ....................191,192,194
checking the pressure ............228
replacing ..................................229
rotating ....................................228
snow tires and chains ............230
tire grades ...............................227
treadwear ................................227
Towing ................................175,228
trailer towing ..........................175
wrecker ....................................202
Traction control ...................81,167
active light ..................................8off light ........................................9
Transaxle
automatic operation ...............169
fluid, refill capacities ..............255
lubricant specifications ..........257
Transmission
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................218
lubricant specifications ..........256
Trip odometer .............................16
Turn signal ..........................9,13,85
Vehicle dimensions ...................257
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) ...........................259
Vehicle loading ..........................173
Ventilating your vehicle ...........164
Warning chimes ...........................13
Warning lights (see Lights) .........8
Washer fluid ..............................211
Water, Driving through .............173
Windows
power .........................................89
rear wiper/washer .....................86
Windshield washer
fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid .....211
checking and cleaning .....225,226
liftgate reservoir .....................211
operation ...................................86
replacing wiper blades ...........226
Wrecker towing .........................202
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