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Accessories
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Ford Accessories for Your Windstar
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Many accessories for your Windstar are available through your
local authorized dealer. These accessories have been designed to
meet your needs and are custom designed to complement the
style and aerodynamics of your vehicle. Some of the available
accessories are listed below.
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Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
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Comfort and Convenience
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Engine Block Heater (Standard in Canada)
Remote Keyless Entry
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Protection and Appearance Equipment
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Aero Running Boards
Molded Running Boards
Carpet Floor Mats
Cleaners, Waxes and Polishes
Front End Cover
Front End Mini Cover
Lubricants and Oils
Side Window Shields
Styled Wheel Protector Locks
Rear Air Deflector
Door Edge Guards
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NOTE: Mobile communication systems, particularly if not
properly installed, may adversely affect the operation
of the vehicle. For example, such systems, when
operated, may cause the engine to stumble or stall. In
addition, such systems may themselves be damaged,
or their operation affected, by the operation of the
vehicle. (Citizens band [CB] transceivers, garage door
openers, and other transmitters whose power output is
5 watts or less, ordinarily will not affect vehicle
operation.)
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NOTE: Because Ford has no control over the operation or
manufacture of such systems or their installation, Ford
cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or
damage if this equipment is used.
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Servicing Your Windstar
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How Ford Makes Servicing Your Vehicle
Easy
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Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle.
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When we can, we design parts that do not need to be
serviced.
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We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible.
To help you:
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We highlight do-it-yourself items in yellow in your engine
compartment so that you can find them easily.
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When possible, we design parts Ð such as the headlamp
bulbs Ð that can be replaced without tools.
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We give you aMaintenance Schedule and Recordbooklet that
makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy.
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This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to
check and service regularly.
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If you need professional servicing, see the chapter onCustomer
Assistancein this Owner Guide.
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Check yourWarranty InformationBooklet to find out which parts
are covered.
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Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
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Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
Here are some general precautions for your safety:
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If you must work with the engine running, avoid wearing
loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving
parts.
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Do not work on a vehicle in an enclosed space with the
engine running, unless you are sure you have enough
ventilation.
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Never get under a vehicle while it is supported by a jack
only. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away
from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
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Working Under the Hood
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Before you open the hood, read this section carefully.
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If you plan to work under the hood while the engine is
off:
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Set the parking brake and make sure the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Always remove the key from the ignition after you turn
off the engine.
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If you must work under the hood while the engine is
on:
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RWARNING
Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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RWARNING
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught
in the moving parts.
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Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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To open the hood:
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Pull the hood release lever located below the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
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13-1/2 pica
art:0050053-B
Hood release lever location
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Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary
hood latch under the hood in the front center of the vehicle.
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Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining
clip. Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole
provided on the underside of the hood.
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Engine Compartment
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Your vehicle has a 3.0 liter SFI, V-6 engine or an optional 3.8
liter SFI, V-6 engine. The following illustrations show diagrams
of your engine and where you can find items you should
service regularly.
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33-1/2 pica
art:0050234-B
The engine compartment (3.0 liter only)
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33-1/2 pica
art:0050038-C
The engine compartment (3.8 liter only)
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