1996 FORD WINDSTAR seats

Features
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[FV16300(ALL)03/94]
To install the second row bucket seats:
[FV16400(ALL)11/93]1.
Lift the seat assemblies into the vehicle.
[FV16500(ALL)11/93]2.
Locate front hooks on front pins and drop rear hooks over
rear pins with enough force to cause the hooks at the rear to
engage and hook on to the pins in the floor wells.
[FV16601(ALL)11/93]3.
Ensure that the latch handles are fully seated in the down
position.
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[FV16800(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Check to see that the seat is latched securely in position.
Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper
seat engagement. Never attempt to adjust the seat latch
while the vehicle is in motion.
[FV16900(ALL)12/93]
Two and Three Passenger Bench Seat Assemblies
[FV17000(ALL)11/93]
NOTE: It is easiest to remove/reinstall both the second and
third row bench seats through the sliding door. Also,
remove any floor mats (if equipped) in the rear
seating compartments before seat removal.
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[FV17100(ALL)03/91]
To remove seat assembly:
[FV17780(ALL)08/94]1.
(For second row bench seat only) Disengage the tongue
portion of the lap/shoulder belt from the detachable anchor
assembly by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the
slot provided on the detachable anchor (see Figure 1). When
this shoulder belt assembly is free of the seat, allow the
retractor to wind up the slack in the belt.
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[FV17900(ALL)03/94]4.
Locate the seat latch handles at the rear of the seat near the
floor. For the second row bench seat, lift the latch handles
up and rearward. For the third row bench seat, just lift the
latch handles. The latch hooks will disengage from the rear
floor attachments.
[FV18000(ALL)12/93]5.
While still lifting the handles, lift seat at rear and rotate
entire seat assembly forward, pivoting on the front floor
attachments. When the rear seat latches are clear of floor
attachments, release the latch handles.
[FV18100(ALL)10/93]6.
Pull the seat rearward to disengage it from the front floor
pins.
[FV18150(ALL)11/93]
17-1/2 pica
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Figure 3: Removal and installation of the second and third bench seats
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Features
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[FV18200(ALL)05/89]
Be careful that the latches are not damaged when the seats are
stored.
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[FV18300(ALL)05/89]
To install the seat assembly:
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[FV18400(ALL)10/90]1.
Clear the area of debris around the seat floor attachments.
[FV18500(ALL)03/94]2.
With the seatback in a folded and latched position (except
for bench seats equipped with built-in child safety seat),
place the seat assembly in your vehicle. Tip the seat
assembly forward and engage the front seat hooks onto the
forward attachment pins in the floor wells.
*
[FV18600(ALL)10/90]3.
Rotate the seat downward and engage the latch into the rear
floor attachment. Lifting of the latch handles is not required
for installation.
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[FV18700(ALL)10/90]4.
Ensure that the latch handles are fully seated in the down
position.
[FV18800(ALL)12/93]5.
(Second row bench seat only) Before you engage the safety
belt, be sure it is not twisted. A twisted safety belt may
cause the retractor to not work properly. Remove any twist,
then insert the tongue end of the safety belt into the
detachable anchor until you hear a ªsnapº and feel the latch
engage.
[FV18820(ALL)03/94]6.
To raise the seatback, pull up on the seatback latch handle.
A slight downward pressure on the seatback (bench seat
only) will reduce effort on the latch. Rotate the seatback
upward until the latch re-engages.
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[FV18850(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be
placed in its original position. Improper installation of
the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and
could increase the risk of injury. Refer to the warning
label on the seat belt.
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Features
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[FV18880(ALL)05/95]
27-1/2 pica
art:0050212-D
Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt
[FV18900(ALL)03/94]
The two passenger bench seat must be installed in the first row
behind the front seats.
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[FV19400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Never adjust the driver's seat or seatback when the
vehicle is moving.
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[FV19500(ALL)06/94]
RWARNING
Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the
seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may
cause injury during a sudden stop.
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[FV19600(ALL)05/93]
RWARNING
Before using the seat, make sure that the latch hooks are
securely locked around the floor pins.
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[FV19700(ALL)04/95]
Cleaning the Seats
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[FV19800(ALL)05/95]
Leather and vinyl
[FV19900(ALL)04/95]
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.
For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a leather
cleaner of a mild soap.
%*
[FV20000(ALL)04/95]
Fabric
*
[FV20100(ALL)04/95]
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum
cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions
that come with the cleaner.
*
[FV20200(ALL)04/95]
NOTE: Before using any cleaner, test it on a small, hidden
area of fabric. If the fabric's color or texture is
adversely affected by a particular cleaner, do not use
it.
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[SV18950(ALL)11/93]
17-1/2 pica
art:0050025-B
Engine coolant recovery reservoir fill location
%*
[SV18975(ALL)01/95]
Use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid or an equivalent
engine coolant that meets Ford Specification ESE-M97B44-A. Do
not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze and do not use engine
coolant mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze. If you do
not use the proper coolant, the aluminum radiator on your
vehicle will corrode.
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[SV19000(ALL)01/93]
Whenever you remove the radiator cap, make sure that you also
check the condition of the radiator cap rubber seals. Make sure
they are clean and free of any dirt. Rinse off with water, if
necessary. When you replace the radiator cap, make sure the
radiator filler neck seats are clean. Also check that the overflow
hose is not kinked or turned in such a way that prevents an
easy flow.
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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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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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