1996 FORD WINDSTAR coolant

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[ST08100(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or
other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up
the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can
start a fire.
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[ST08300(ALL)03/95]
Using the Engine Block Heater (If equipped)
(Standard in Canada)
[ST08400(ALL)03/94]
Using your engine block heater is strongly recommended if you
live in a region where temperatures consistently reachs20ÊF
(s29ÊC) orbelow during the winter months. An engine block
heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting,
warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost
system to respond more quickly.
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[ST08600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with
ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.
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[ST08700(ALL)01/93]
For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before
you start your vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three
hours will not damage the engine, so you can leave it plugged
in all night to start your vehicle the following morning.
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[LG07100(ALL)06/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050126-C
The engine coolant temperature and fuel gauge
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[LG07200(ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[LG07301(ALL)03/95]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.
[LG07351(ALL)08/94]
10-1/2 pica
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Engine coolant temperature gauge Ð base cluster
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG07401(ALL)11/93]
The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL
band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the
pointer to fluctuate within the normal band under normal
driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions such as
heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the
pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. This is
also acceptable.
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[LG07501(ALL)05/95]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the
NORMAL band, the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
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[LG07601(ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG07701(ALL)03/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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[LG07801(ALL)03/95]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[LG07901(ALL)05/95]3.
Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT
SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.
[LG08001(ALL)11/93]4.
Check the coolant level following the instructions on
checking and adding coolant to your engine in this Owner
Guide. Seeengine coolantin the index. If you do not follow
these instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[LG08025(ALL)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system
serviced.
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[LG08400(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG08500(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles (kilometers) per
hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG08600(ALL)01/95]
Odometer
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[LG08700(ALL)01/93]
The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been
driven.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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% [LG11351(ALL)10/93]
Hazard Flasher Indicator Light
[LG11371(ALL)03/94]
This light flashes when you turn on the hazard flashers. If your
ignition is ON, the turn signal indicator lights in the electronic
cluster will flash in time with the hazard flashers.
[LG11385(ALL)08/94]
6 pica art:0050237-A[LG11400(ALL)10/93]
Electronic Gauges
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[LG11500(ALL)01/95]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
[LG11550(ALL)06/94]
7-1/2 pica art:0050175-B
Engine coolant temperature gauge
[LG11600(ALL)02/94]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine's coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. The gauge is
identified by a thermometer symbol, an ªHº (hot), and a ªCº
(cold). The ªNORMº indicates the normal operating range. The
bars will move into the normal operating range as the engine
coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the bars to fluctuate
within the normal operating range under normal driving
conditions. Under certain driving conditions, such as heavy stop
and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the gauge may
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94indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. This is also
acceptable.
[LG11700(ALL)04/95]
If, under any circumstances, the bars move above the NORMAL
band, the temperature symbol will flash and a chime will sound
to alert the driver that the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
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[LG11800(ALL)01/95]
If your engine coolant overheats:
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[LG11900(ALL)03/95]1.
Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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[LG12000(ALL)03/95]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[LG12100(ALL)05/95]3.
Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT
SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.
[LG12200(ALL)11/93]4.
Check the coolant level following the instructions on
checking and adding coolant to your engine in this Owner
Guide. Seeengine coolantin the index. If you do not follow
these instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[LG12300(ALL)01/95]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system
serviced.
[LG12400(ALL)06/94]
If the temperature gauge displays only the top two and bottom
two bars, the temperature indication system is indicating that it
requires servicing. Take the vehicle to a dealership for service as
soon as possible.
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[LG12600(ALL)01/95]
Fuel Gauge
[LG12700(ALL)03/94]
The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel you have
in the fuel tank. The number of bars illuminated in the display
indicates fuel level. Your ignition must be in the ON position to
read the fuel gauge. Read the fuel level at the top bar that is lit.
When only one bar on the gauge is lit, the fuel pump symbol
on the gauge will flash to warn you of a low fuel level
condition.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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[IP01892(ALL)06/94]
InV(DEFROST), most of the air is directed through the
defrosters and onto the windshield. A small amount is diverted
to the floor.
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[IP01895(ALL)08/94]
Heater Controls (Heater-Only Vehicles)
[IP01900(ALL)06/94]
The fan speed, temperature, and function controls are essentially
the same as the A/C controls described previously with the
exception that the control assembly has no function settings for
MAX A/C and A/C and no A/C compressor operation is
provided in any of the function settings. An illustration of the
control for a heater-only system follows.
[IP01912(ALL)05/95]
10-1/2 pica
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Climate control panel Ð Heater-Only System
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[IP01951(ALL)06/94]
Turning On the Heat
[IP01961(ALL)10/93]
Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for
sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge.
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[IP01971(ALL)10/93]
To heat the inside of your vehicle:
[IP01976(ALL)04/95]1.
Turn the Function Selector Knob toR(FLOOR). Outside
air is drawn in and directed into the passenger compartment
through the floor outlets. Small quantities of air are also
directed to the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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[DR13700(ALL)01/93]
Vehicle Loading Information
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[DR13800(ALL)04/95]
Your vehicle's load capacity is designated by weight, not
volume, so you cannot necessarily use all the available space.
Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire sizes, rim sizes
and inflation pressures are specified for your vehicle at the
assembly plant on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
The certification label is located on the pillar in the driver's
door opening.
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[DR13900(ALL)01/93]
Each additional item of equipment affects how much cargo a
vehicle can carry. If a vehicle is overloaded, performance will
suffer and service concerns may arise.
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[DR14200(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: The vehicle must not be loaded to both the front and
rear GAWR because the GVWR will be exceeded. The
GAWR of the front and rear axles exceed the GVWR
when added together.
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[DR14500(ALL)01/93]
Understanding Loading Information
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[DR14600(ALL)01/93]
There are five terms that are used to describe a vehicle's ability
to carry a load:
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[DR14700(ALL)01/93]
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Base Curb Weight
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[DR14800(ALL)01/93]
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Payload
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[DR14900(ALL)01/93]
n
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
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[DR15000(ALL)01/93]
n
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
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[DR15100(ALL)01/93]
n
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
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[DR15200(ALL)06/92]
n
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
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[DR15300(ALL)01/93]
Base Curb Weight
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[DR15400(ALL)04/95]
The base curb weight is the weight of the vehicle including fuel,
coolants, lubricants, emergency tools and spare wheel and tire.
It also includes any equipment that is standard. It does not
include passengers, cargo or optional equipment installed by
factory, dealer, aftermarket supplier or customer.
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Servicing Your Windstar
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[SV18300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Continuous contact with USED motor oil has caused
cancer in laboratory mice.
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[SV18320(ALL)05/95]
Protect your skin by washing with soap and water.
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[SV18400(ALL)03/95]
Engine Coolant
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[SV18500(ALL)02/95]
Checking the engine coolant
[SV18600(ALL)11/93]
Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine from
overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter.
Check the level of the engine coolant at least once a month, but
preferably each time you stop for fuel. Simply check the coolant
reservoir, located in the engine compartment. The coolant
should stay slightly above the ªFULL COLDº mark.
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[SV18700(ALL)01/95]
Adding engine coolant
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[SV18900(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put engine coolant in the container for the
windshield washer fluid.
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[SV18920(ALL)05/95]
If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could
make it difficult to see through the windshield.
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