1996 FORD WINDSTAR Owners Manual

Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG18740(ALL)04/95]
The Traction Control light will stay on for a minimum of four
seconds.
[LG18750(ALL)06/95]
Check Traction Assist Light
[LG18760(ALL)04/95]
This light comes on when the Traction Control system is not
operating. In some conditions, you may want to turn Traction
Control off, such as when rocking your vehicle out of deep
snow or mud.
[LG18770(ALL)04/95]
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Traction Control will automatically turn off to prevent the
brakes from overheating. The system will turn back on once the
brakes have cooled down.
[LG18790(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: If the TRAC OFF light is flashing repeatedly, it means
that there is a Traction Control system malfunction
and the system is inoperative. Contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
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Anti-Theft Active Indicator Light
[LG18900(ALL)03/94]
This indicator is used in the optional Anti-Theft System. See
ªAnti-Theft Systemº in theFeatureschapter of this Owner
Guide.
[LG18950(ALL)11/93]
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The anti-theft active indicator light
[LG19000(ALL)08/94]
Air Suspension Warning Light
[LG19050(ALL)08/94]
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The air suspension warning light
[LG19100(ALL)08/94]
The warning light for the Air Suspension indicates one of two
things:
[LG19150(ALL)08/94]1.
The service switch (located in the jack storage area) is in the
ªoffº position.
[LG19200(ALL)08/94]2.
A system malfunction has occurred electronically disabling
Air Suspension function.
[LG19250(ALL)08/94]
NOTE: If the switch is returned to or in the ªONº position
and the light does not go out after recycling the
ignition switch OFF/ON, the Air Suspension should
be checked by a qualified service technician.
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Instrument Panel Controls
[IP00400(ALL)04/95]
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The instrument panel
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[IP01200(ALL)01/93]
The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. Illustrations are provided for the
major parts of the instrument panel that are explained in this
chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles.
[IP01400(ALL)04/95]
The controls for the climate control systems, headlamps, dim
switch, rear window defogger, fog lamps, power rear quarter
windows, Traction Control, clock/radio and the rear window
washer and wiper are all on the instrument panel.
% [IP01425(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine)
of the upper part of te instrument panel should be
avoided. The dull finish in this area us to help protect
the driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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[IP01450(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
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[IP01475(ALL)04/95]
Clean the instrument panel lens with a soft cloth and a glass
cleaner, such as Ford Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, or
equivalent. Do not use paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to
clean the lens as these may cause scratches.
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[IP01500(ALL)01/93]
Climate Control Systems
[IP01550(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to
handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a
Heater-Only System. Main Heater-Only Systems are standard
equipment. Main and Rear Heater-Only Systems, Main
A/C-Heater Systems, and Main and Rear A/C-Heater Systems
are optional.
[IP01630(ALL)04/95]
If your vehicle has a rear system, the front control will be
equipped with a rear fan control knob plus another fan speed
control knob which is installed in the rear.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP01655(ALL)10/93]
Instrument Panel Registers
[IP01665(ALL)06/94]
There are four registers in the instrument panel. Each of these
registers contain a louver assembly which can be manually
adjusted to direct airflow UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT. Each
register in the instrument panel also has a thumbwheel that
allows you to open or close each register. The defroster outlets
are located on the top of the instrument panel while the floor
outlet is located at the bottom of the center console. An
illustration of the register, defroster, and floor outlet locations
follows.
[IP01701(ALL)06/94]
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The climate control air outlet locations
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Air Conditioning (A/C) Controls Ð Main (Front) System
Only (Manual Air Conditioning)
[IP01740(ALL)05/95]
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The climate controls Ð main A/C
[IP01751(ALL)05/95]
The Fan Speed Knob controls the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle. There are four fan settings: Low, Medium Low, Medium
High, and High.
[IP01756(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: The fan will not operate when the Function Selector
Knob is in them(OFF) position.
[IP01761(ALL)06/94]
The Temperature Control Knob may be adjusted from COOL air
in the blue range to WARM air in the red range.
[IP01766(ALL)06/94]
NOTE: Air temperature can be adjusted for the main climate
control system only. Air temperature from the
auxiliary heating/air conditioning system (if equipped)
cannot be adjusted. Rear passengers will receive either
FULL COOL or FULL WARM air based on the setting
of the Function Selector Knob.
[IP01771(ALL)06/94]
The Function Selector Knob controls air circulation and A/C
Compressor Operation.
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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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[IP01822(ALL)08/94]
Inm(OFF), air supply is shut off from all outlets and all
blower motor operation is stopped. Use this setting when
driving through an area where outside air is unpleasant or
dusty.
[IP01852(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Operating with the Function Selector Knob in OFF or in
MAX A/C for extended periods of time in cold weather
can result in fog buildup on interior glass surfaces.
[IP01857(ALL)05/95]
This fogging can make it difficult to see the road for safe
driving. Operating in the A/C,Q(PANEL),S
(PANEL/FLOOR),R(FLOOR),P(DEFROST/FLOOR) and
V(DEFROST) positions will help prevent fogging. Adjust the
temperature as necessary for comfort.
[IP01862(ALL)05/95]
InS(PANEL/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of
airflow are directed to the instrument panel registers and the
floor outlets. This setting will engage the A/C compressor, thus
providing you with an additional A/C mode.
[IP01872(ALL)05/95]
InR(FLOOR), most of the system's air supply is directed to
the floor outlets with a small amount going to the windshield
and side window demisters.
[IP01882(ALL)04/95]
InP(DEFROST/FLOOR), approximately equal amounts of air
are directed to the windshield and floor outlets with a small
amount to the side windows.
[IP01886(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: If outside air temperatures are above approximately
45ÊF (7ÊC), theP(DEFROST/FLOOR) andV
(DEFROST) positions will also automatically engage
the air-conditioning compressor in order to reduce the
humidity in the air and aid in clearing the inside
glass. Adjust the Temperature Control Knob as
necessary for comfort.
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