1996 FORD WINDSTAR ABS

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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382
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
Lamps (continued)
illuminated mirrors................. 191
interior lamps.................... 125
map lamps..................... 127
trailer....................... 256
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 129
Lap belts........................ 17
Liftgate........................ 158
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag...................... 74,85
anti-lock brakes (ABS)............... 69,88
anti-theft...................... 104
brake...................... 68,84
charging system.................. 72,85
check engine................... 70,86
door ajar..................... 74,90
hazard warning light................. 93
high beam.................... 75,90
low fuel....................... 76
low washer fluid................. 76,91
oil pressure.................... 73,89
safety belt.................... 69,83
speed control...................91,142
theft system.................... 104
traction control system................ 102
turn signal indicator................ 75,92
Load limits, trailer towing............... 254
Lubricant specifications................. 365
Luggage rack..................... 193
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 273
tightening sequence................. 278
Lumbar support pad.................. 170
M
Maintenance (see servicing)............... 301
Map pockets..................... 185
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