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[IP02318(ALL)06/94]
NOTE: The compressor will not operate when the outside
temperature is less than about45ÊF (7ÊC).
% [IP02322(ALL)04/95]
Rear Climate Control System (If equipped)
[IP02332(ALL)04/95]
If your vehicle is equipped with a rear climate control system,
the rear seat occupants can select their own personal fan speed
settings.
[IP02342(ALL)05/95]
The rear seat climate control system is controlled from the main
climate control system on the instrument panel. If the rear
passenger compartment climate control knob in the front climate
control panel is set in OFF, the fan in the rear seat climate
control system will also be off. If the knob is set in any of the
fan speed positions (Medium Low, Medium High, or High), air
will be discharged from the rear seat vents at the corresponding
speed. However, when the knob is set at REAR CTRL, rear seat
passengers can control their own fan speed.
[IP02362(ALL)05/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0050048-D
Rear fan control knob
[IP02366(ALL)05/95]
The rear passenger compartment climate control panel has a Fan
Speed Knob which controls the speed (Low, Medium Low,
Medium High, or High) at which air is discharged from the
registers whenever the Rear Control Knob on the front panel
climate control panel is in REAR CTRL.
[IP02380(ALL)05/95]
Front passengers determine the temperature and location of the
airflow for rear passengers by setting the Function Selector
Knob in the front climate control panel in either a heat or A/C
mode.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP02400(ALL)04/95]
If an A/C mode is chosen, rear passengers will receive FULL
COOL (air-conditioned) air out of the side and upper rear
registers. If a heat mode or theQ(PANEL) mode is chosen,
rear passengers will receive FULL WARM (heated) air out of
the lower rear registers.
[IP02420(ALL)04/95]
Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the
temperature or select the location of the airflow from the
auxiliary climate control system. Rear passengers can adjust the
Rear Fan Speed Control Knob and air discharge (adjust
registers) for comfort.
[IP02500(ALL)08/94]
NOTE: For maximum heating and cooling for front seat
passengers, set the rear fan switch to them(OFF)
position.
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[IP09300(ALL)04/95]
Liftgate Window Features
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[IP09400(ALL)05/95]
Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
(Standard in Canada)
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[IP09500(ALL)04/95]
The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or
thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
The defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
[IP09600(ALL)09/93]
The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the steering column and below the climate control
system.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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% [IP10400(ALL)08/94]
Rear Wiper and Washer (If equipped)
[IP10500(ALL)11/93]
The controls for the rear wiper and washer can be found on the
instrument panel to the right of the instrument cluster below the
climate control system. The rear wiper and washer controls
operate with the ignition in the ACC or ON positions.
[IP10600(ALL)09/93]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050037-A
The rear wiper switches
[IP10700(ALL)03/94]
To turn on the rear wiper, press the rear wiper switch. The
wiper will operate until it is turned off. To turn off the rear
wiper, press the wiper switch a second time.
[IP10800(ALL)03/94]
To activate the rear washer, press the rear washer switch. Spray
will continue as long as the button is depressed. When you
activate the wash system, the wiper will also activate. The wiper
can be turned off by pressing the wiper switch a second time.
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[IP10900(ALL)04/95]
Do not activate the washer for longer than fifteen seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer pump system.
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[SV14300(ALL)02/95]
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Keep the tires properly inflated. To find out the
recommended tire pressure, seeChecking the pressure of the
tireslater in this chapter.
[SV14400(ALL)02/95]
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Use your air conditioning system wisely. To find out about
fuel economy and air conditioning, seeClimate control systems
in the Index.
[SV14500(ALL)02/95]
In addition to your individual driving habits, optional
equipment, such as air conditioning, can have a significant effect
on fuel economy. Various aftermarket add-on items that increase
aerodynamic drag can also reduce fuel economy.
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[SV14600(ALL)03/95]
Engine Oil Recommendations
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[SV14750(ALL)04/95]
We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil
meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the
American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the
front of the container.
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[SV14800(ALL)03/95]
Use only engine oils displaying the American Petroleum
Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container:
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[SV14850(ALL)05/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0001314-A
The API Certification Mark
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[SV26400(ALL)01/93]
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires
may affect the accuracy of your speedometer and odometer.
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[SV27400(ALL)02/95]
Information About Tire Quality Grades
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[SV27500(ALL)01/93]
New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality
Grade (described below) molded into the tire's sidewall. These
Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the
United States Department of Transportation has set.
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[SV27600(ALL)12/93]
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on
this vehicle. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow
tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (254-305 mm) or
limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
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[SV27700(ALL)01/93]
U.S. Department of Transportation Ð Tire quality grades:The
U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the
following information about tire grades exactly as the
government has written it.
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[SV27800(ALL)01/95]
Treadwear
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[SV27900(ALL)01/93]
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
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Servicing Your Windstar
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[SV28000(ALL)01/95]
Traction A B C
[SV28100(ALL)12/93]
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C,
and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests
and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
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[SV28300(ALL)01/95]
Temperature A B C
[SV28400(ALL)12/93]
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level
of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stadard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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[SV28700(ALL)04/95]
Snow Tires and Chains
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[SV28800(ALL)01/95]
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide
traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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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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Index
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).......... 195
Rear climate control system............... 116
Rearview mirror.................... 190
Rear window..................... 160
defroster...................... 117
washer....................... 119
Refill capacities for fluids................ 363
Relays........................ 350
Remote entry system
illuminated entry.................. 154
locking/unlocking doors............... 152
panic alarm..................... 152
replacement/additional transmitters.......... 154
replacing the batteries................ 153
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult......................... 7
child......................... 25
infant...................... 25,39
Roadside assistance.................. 283
Roadside emergencies................. 261
Rotating the tires................... 329
S
Safe driving tips.................... 245
Safety information relating to automotive fuels...... 312
Safety restraints
center front lap belt.................. 17
center rear lap belt.................. 17
cleaning the safety belts................ 18
extension assembly.................. 18
for children...................... 25
for infants.................... 25,39
lap and shoulder belts................. 9
lap belt........................ 17
maintenance..................... 18
replacement...................... 18
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