1996 FORD WINDSTAR lock

Servicing Your Windstar
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[SV22300(ALL)03/95]
Wiper Blades
[SV22400(ALL)02/95]
Check the windshield wipers at least twice a year. Also check
them whenever they seem less effective than usual. Such
substances as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by
commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wipers.
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[SV22500(ALL)01/93]
If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield
and the wiper blades. Use undiluted windshield washer solution
or a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do not
use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents to clean your
wiper blades. These will damage your blades.
[SV22550(ALL)04/95]
Your wipers have a service feature that allows you to pull the
wiper arms and blades away from the windshield and into an
upright position. This service position allows you easy access to
the blades from either side of your vehicle.
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[SV22600(ALL)04/95]
To reach the wiper blades easily, turn the ignition switch to
ACCESSORY and turn your wipers on. Wait for them to reach a
vertical position and turn the ignition to OFF. Moving the
wipers manually may damage them.
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[SV22700(ALL)03/95]
Replacing the wiper blades
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[SV22800(ALL)01/95]
If the wipers still do not work properly after you clean them,
you may need to replace the wiper blade assembly. When
replacing the wiper blade assembly always use a Motorcraft part
or equivalent.
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[SV22900(ALL)10/93]
To replace the wiper blades:
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[SV23000(ALL)04/95]1.
Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into
the service position.
[SV23100(ALL)04/95]2.
Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Squeeze the
lock tabs of the plastic clip together to release the blade and
pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove
it from the arm.
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[SV41300(ALL)03/95]
To install a bulb:
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[SV41400(ALL)01/93]1.
With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base facing upward,
insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket. You may
need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in
the plastic base with the tabs in the socket. When the
grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the socket until the
plastic base contacts the rear of the socket. Do not touch the
glass with your fingers.
[SV41500(ALL)11/93]2.
Snap the retaining clip over the plastic base.
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[SV41600(ALL)01/93]3.
Push the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base
until it snaps, locking it into place.
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[SV41700(ALL)09/89]4.
Turn the headlamps on and make sure that they work
properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you
changed bulbs, you should not need to align it again.
% [SV41800(ALL)10/93]
Replacing the Taillamp Bulbs
[SV41820(ALL)10/93]
To remove a bulb:
[SV41825(ALL)10/93]1.
Open the liftgate.
[SV41830(ALL)10/93]2.
Remove two screws along top edge of taillamp lens.
[SV41835(ALL)10/93]3.
Grasp lens with fingers at point B and pull side of lens out
until snap attachment releases.
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[SV41840(ALL)11/93]
13-1/2 pica
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Taillamp lens removal
[SV41850(ALL)10/93]4.
Grasp lens along liftgate opening edge and pull straight
rearward until snap attachment releases.
[SV41860(ALL)06/94]5.
Remove bulb and socket by twisting to unlock and pulling
straight out.
[SV41875(ALL)06/94]6.
Remove bulb from socket by pulling straight out from
socket.
[SV41900(ALL)10/93]
To install a taillamp bulb:
[SV41910(ALL)06/94]1.
Insert new bulb into socket by pushing bulb until it is locked
in position.
[SV41915(ALL)06/94]2.
Install socket into lamp by aligning socket to lamp and
turning clockwise until locked in place.
[SV41920(ALL)06/94]3.
Align pins along liftgate edge with holes in body and snap
attachment into retainer.
[SV41930(ALL)06/94]4.
Rock lens around on outer edge and snap in second snap
attachment.
[SV41940(ALL)06/94]5.
Replace two screws along top edge of lens.
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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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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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Child safety seats (continued)
automatic locking mode (retractor)........... 39
built-in child seat................... 27
in front seat..................... 39
in rear outboard seat................. 39
tether anchorage hardware............... 50
Chime
headlamps on................... 122
safety belt.................... 69,83
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat................... 37
CD player and discs................. 204
chrome and aluminum parts.............. 6
exterior....................... 5
exterior lamps................... 125
fabric...................... 5,184
headlamps..................... 125
instrument panel.................. 106
instrument panel lens................ 106
interior lamps................... 128
plastic parts..................... 6
polishing....................... 5
rustproofing..................... 6
safety belts...................... 18
tail lamps..................... 125
upholstery and interior trim............. 184
washing....................... 5
wheels...................... 3,335
Climate control system
air conditioning................... 106
heating....................... 106
Clock.....................200, 216, 231
Cold engine starting................... 58
Combination lap and shoulder belts............ 9
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system).... 196
Console, description.................. 186
Controls
instrument panel.................. 105
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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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