1996 FORD WINDSTAR light

Features
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[FV09371(ALL)04/95]
When you use the remote entry UNLOCK, or PANIC buttons,
the illuminated entry system turns on the interior lights for 25
seconds. You can turn these lights off with the LOCK button or
by turning the ignition to the RUN position.
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[FV09381(ALL)02/95]
Replacing the batteries
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[FV09392(ALL)02/95]
The remote entry transmitter is powered by two coin type
three-volt lithium 2016 batteries (included) that should last for
several years of normal use. If you notice a significant decrease
in operating range, the batteries should be replaced.
Replacement batteries can be purchased at most pharmacies,
watch stores or at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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[FV09401(ALL)11/93]
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry system can
also be affected by weather conditions (such as very
cold temperatures) or structures around the vehicle
(buildings, other vehicles, radio towers, etc.). Typical
operating range will allow you to be up to 33 feet (10
meters) away from your vehicle.
[FV09411(ALL)11/93]
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Replacing the batteries
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[FV09421(ALL)02/95]
The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the batteries by
twisting a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter.
DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER
APART. When installing the new batteries, be sure to place the
positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two halves back
together.
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Anti-Theft System (if equipped)
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[FV09635(ALL)05/95]
When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against
break-ins or theft.
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[FV09640(ALL)05/95]
When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and
will:
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[FV09645(ALL)05/95]
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flash the headlamps, parking lamps, and alarm indicator
lamp
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[FV09650(ALL)05/95]
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honk the horn
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[FV09655(ALL)05/95]
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disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
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[FV09660(ALL)05/95]
Arming the system
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[FV09665(ALL)05/95]1.
Remove the key from the ignition. The hood must be closed
to arm the system.
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[FV09670(ALL)05/95]2.
Open any door. The alarm indicator light will start flashing
to remind you to arm the system.
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[FV09675(ALL)05/95]3.
Lock the doors by using the power door lock switch. The
alarm indicator light will now glow steadily.
[FV09680(ALL)05/95]4.
Close all doors. The alarm indicator light will then remain
on steadily for 30 seconds and then go out. When the light
goes out, the system is armed.
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[FV09685(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: Be sure to close all doors completely. If not, the alarm
indicator light will remain on. Remember, your
anti-theft system is armed only after the alarm
indicator light remains on steadily for approximately
30 seconds after the last door is closed, and then goes
out.
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[FV09690(ALL)05/95]
You can also arm the anti-theft system with the factory installed
remote entry system or the keyless entry system by following
this sequence:
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NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically approximately two minutes and 45
seconds after the system is triggered. It will trigger
again if another intrusion occurs. However, the starter
circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed.
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[FV09901(ALL)01/93]
Liftgate
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[FV09905(ALL)01/89]
Liftgate opening procedure
[FV09910(ALL)11/93]1.
To open the liftgate, insert the door key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not
release it) with the power door lock system.
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[FV09915(ALL)01/89]2.
Reach under the license plate light shield and release the
liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward.
[FV09920(ALL)06/94]3.
To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position, pull
back and upward on the latch paddle handle under or
behind the license plate shield.
[FV09930(ALL)12/93]
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Opening the liftgate
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Features
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[FV09935(ALL)11/93]
Make certain that you close the liftgate door before driving your
vehicle. Possible damage may occur to the liftgate door lift
cylinders and attaching hardware if the liftgate door is not
closed prior to driving.
[FV09940(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent
exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This
will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out.
If you must drive with the liftgate door open, keep the
vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.
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[FV09950(ALL)01/89]
Liftgate closing procedure
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[FV09960(ALL)01/89]1.
To make the liftgate swing downward, reach up and pull the
lower edge of the liftgate (or the loop handle on the inner
trim panel of vehicles with this option) and pull downward.
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[FV09970(ALL)01/89]2.
When you have pulled down the liftgate enough so that you
can reach the license plate light shield, push the shield down
and forward to close the latch and liftgate. At this point, the
latch is not locked.
[FV09980(ALL)03/94]3.
You can lock the liftgate latch by pushing down the
night-lock button (located on the inside of the liftgate at the
bottom of the window) before you pull down and close the
liftgate. You can also lock the liftgate latch by inserting your
vehicle's door key and turning it counterclockwise after you
have closed the liftgate, or by using the power door locks on
the front doors or the power lock switch in the cargo area.
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[FV09990(ALL)12/93]
The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You
can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It
cannot be opened from inside the cargo area.
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One-Touch-Down Power Window (If equipped)
[FV10900(ALL)12/93]
The one-touch-down power window feature allows you to
completely open the driver's window without holding down the
window switch. To open the window completely, tap quickly on
the lower half of the switch and release it. If the top of the
button is pressed firmly while the window is going down, the
window will stop at that position.
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[FV11000(ALL)07/93]
To open the window only partially, press the lower half of the
switch lightly and hold it until the window has opened to the
desired position and then release the switch.
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[FV11100(ALL)01/93]
To close the window you must hold the upper half of the
button until the window closes.
[FV11120(ALL)03/94]
Cancelling and reactivating the one-touch-down feature
[FV11130(ALL)06/94]
The one-touch-down power window feature can be cancelled
and reactivated at any time using the following procedure:
[FV11140(ALL)12/93]1.
Make sure the two front doors are securely closed.
[FV11150(ALL)12/93]2.
Insert the key into the ignition and turn first to the ON
position and then back to the OFF position. Remove the key
and within 30 seconds:
[FV11160(ALL)12/93]3.
Press and hold the DOWN side of the driver's side window
rocker switch.
[FV11170(ALL)12/93]4.
Within two seconds, put the key in the ignition.
[FV11180(ALL)12/93]5.
Hold the switch down until a long (two second) tone is
heard. Release the switch while the tone is active.
[FV11190(ALL)12/93]6.
After the long tone, a confirmation sequence will be heard.
One beep indicates the feature is inactive. Two beeps
indicates the feature is active.
[FV11195(ALL)12/93]
Repeat this procedure any time you want to cancel or reactivate
the one-touch-down power window feature.
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Continue pushing to return the seatback to its previously
locked position.
[FV14135(ALL)02/96]
NOTE: When returning the seatback to its original position,
you may experience a slight hesitation. If so, stop
pushing the seatback momentarily, then resume. The
seatback will only return to its original position after
the seat is safely latched.
[FV14140(ALL)02/96]
Your Windstar tip slide seat has been equipped with a lock-out
safety feature which prevents the seatback from returning to its
original position until the seat pedestal latches in the tracks. If
the seat has not latched check under the seat and in the rear
tracks for possible obstructions.
[FV14145(ALL)02/96]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE WITH THE TIP SLIDE
SEAT UNLATCHED.
[FV14150(ALL)02/96]
To move the seat forward or backward:
[FV14155(ALL)02/96]1.
Find the adjustment bar underneath the front part of the
seat.
[FV14160(ALL)02/96]2.
Lift the bar to unlatch the seat.
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[FV15100(ALL)05/95]
Seat/Bed Conversion (If equipped)
[FV15120(ALL)02/95]
2nd Row Seat
[FV15140(ALL)02/95]
To convert the seat to a bed:
[FV15160(ALL)02/95]1.
Unlatch the seat/bed lever, located on the right-hand side of
the seat cushion by pushing down.
[FV15180(ALL)02/95]2.
Push the seatback down and rearward by applying pressure
at the top of the seatback until it latches.
[FV15200(ALL)02/95]
The seat cushion will move forward when going from the seat
to the bed position.
[FV15220(ALL)02/95]
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2nd row seat (seat position)
[FV15240(ALL)02/95]
To convert the bed to a seat:
[FV15260(ALL)02/95]1.
While in front of the seat, pull the release lever up, slightly
raise the seatback, then push the seat bottom rearward until
the seatback is in the full upright and locked position.
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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.
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[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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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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