1996 FORD WINDSTAR instrument cluster

Safety Restraints
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[SR12920(ALL)05/95]
The air bag system uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate
the condition of the system. The readiness light is in the
instrument cluster. When you turn the ignition to the ON
position, this light will illuminate for approximately six (6)
seconds and then turn off. This indicates that the system is
operating normally.NOTE:Maintenance of the air bag system is
not required.
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[SR12930(ALL)05/95]
A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the
following:
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[SR12940(ALL)05/95]
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the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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[SR12950(ALL)05/95]
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or it will not light immediately after ignition is turned on,
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a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will
repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
[SR12970(ALL)05/95]
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the air
bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer
immediately.
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[SR13000(ALL)03/95]
Disposal of supplemental air bag equipped vehicles
[SR13150(ALL)02/95]
For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your
local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air bags MUST be
disposed of by qualified personnel.
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[SR13700(ALL)05/95]
Safety Restraints for Children
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[SR13800(ALL)02/95]
In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety
restraints for children. If small children ride in your vehicle Ð
this generally includes children who are four years old or
younger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less Ð you must
put them in safety seats that are made specially for children.
Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these
children. Check your local and state laws for specific
requirements.
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Starting Your Windstar
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[ST04200(ALL)03/95]
Fuel-Injected Engines
[ST04300(ALL)02/95]
Since your vehicle has a fuel-injected engine,the most
important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the
acceleratorwhile cranking the engine to start. Only use the
accelerator when you have problems getting your vehicle
started. SeeStarting a Cold EngineandStarting a Warm Engine
later in this chapter for details about when to use the
accelerator while you start your vehicle.
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[ST04400(ALL)05/94]
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
[ST04500(ALL)02/95]
RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other
enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine. See
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in this chapter for more
instructions.
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[ST04600(ALL)01/93]
Before you start your vehicle, always:
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[ST04700(ALL)01/93]1.
Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety
belts. SeeSafety beltsin the Index for more details.
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[ST04800(ALL)03/95]2.
Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
off when starting.
[ST04900(ALL)02/95]3.
Make sure that the gearshift lever is in Park (P) and the
parking brake is set before you turn the key.
[ST05100(ALL)02/95]
Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights
on the instrument cluster to make sure that they work. Refer to
theWarning Lights and Gaugeschapter.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG00250(ALL)01/95]
The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided
into several different sections. The illustrations on the following
pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are
described in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all
vehicles.
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[LG00270(ALL)02/95]
Your vehicle has one of the following clusters:
[LG00290(ALL)06/94]
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Mechanical Cluster
[LG00300(ALL)05/89]
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Mechanical Cluster with a tachometer
[LG00320(ALL)10/93]
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Electronic Cluster
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[LG00330(ALL)05/94]
If you are not sure which cluster your vehicle has, check the
diagrams on the following pages.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light
[LG11257(ALL)11/93]
This light indicates that the level of your washer fluid is low,
and you have to add more fluid. This light comes on briefly
after you turn your ignition key from the START to the ON
position. If the washer fluid is low, a one second chime will
sound and the light will remain on for 60 seconds. If the washer
fluid is not low, the light should turn off a few seconds after
the engine has started. The light and chime also come on if the
washer fluid is low when you use your windshield washers.
[LG11258(ALL)03/94]
The washer fluid is only checked when the engine is started or
the windshield washers are in operation. The light will not
come on if the fluid level becomes low while you are driving
unless you turn on the windshield washers.
[LG11260(ALL)12/93]
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The low windshield washer indicator light
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[LG11265(ALL)06/95]
Speed Control Indicator
[LG11270(ALL)05/95]
A SPEED CONTROL light is displayed in the optional electronic
instrument cluster when the speed control system is engaged.
The display will turn off when the brake pedal is pressed or if
speed control is shut off.
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[LG11275(ALL)05/95]
This display does not indicate any problems with the speed
control, but is simply a convenient way of knowing when it is
active.
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Instrument Panel Controls
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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]
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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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Power Quarter Vent Windows (If equipped)
[IP11700(ALL)03/94]
The power rear quarter vent windows operate with the ignition
in the ON or ACC positions. The vent windows are controlled
by the right and left switches located in the center of the
instrument panel, just to the right of the rear defogger. Press the
indented side of the switch to open the windows; press the
raised side of the switch to close the windows.
[IP11800(ALL)09/93]
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The power quarter window switches
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Exterior Lamps
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[IP12200(ALL)01/94]
To turn on the headlamps, parking lamps, marker lamps, license
plate lamps, tail lamps and instrument panel lights, use the
headlamp control knob, to the left of the instrument cluster.
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[IP12300(ALL)01/93]1.
Turn the headlamp knob to the first position to turn on the
parking lamps, license plate lamps, tail lamps, marker lamps
and instrument panel lights.
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[IP12400(ALL)05/95]2.
Turn the headlamp knob to the second position to turn on
the headlamps in addition to the parking lamps, tail lamps,
license plate lamps, marker lamps and instrument panel
lights.
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[QI02601(ALL)04/95]
33-1/2 pica
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Mechanical instrument cluster
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Mechanical instrument cluster with tachometer
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