1996 FORD WINDSTAR length

Safety Restraints
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[SR05200(ALL)05/95]2.
Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward
until all of the belt is extracted, and when allowed to retract,
a clicking sound will be heard. At this time, the belt retractor
is in the automatic locking mode (child restraint mode).
[SR05300(ALL)05/95]3.
A clicking sound will be heard as the belt is allowed to
retract. This indicates that the retractor is in the automatic
locking mode.
[SR05401(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulder belt is unbuckled
and allowed to retract completely, the retractor will
switch back to the vehicle sensitive (emergency)
locking mode. See detailed instructions under Safety
Seats for Children later in this chapter.
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[SR05501(ALL)05/95]
Lap Belts
[SR05601(ALL)05/95]
The lap belt in the center of the rear seat does not adjust
automatically. You must adjust it to fit snugly and as low as
possible around your hips. Do not wear it around your waist.
[SR05701(ALL)05/95]
If you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it and tip the belt
tongue at a right angle to the belt. Pull the belt tongue over
your lap until it reaches the buckle.
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[SR05801(ALL)06/95]
If you need to shorten the belt, pull on the loose end of the
webbing until the belt fits snugly.
[SR05900(ALL)05/95]
To unfasten the belt, push the release button on the buckle.
[SR06000(ALL)05/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050085-A
Unfastening the lap belt in the center rear seating position
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[SR06100(ALL)05/95]
Safety Belt Maintenance
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[SR06200(ALL)05/95]
Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that
they work properly and are not damaged.
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[SR06300(ALL)05/95]
All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front
seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar) (if so equipped),
child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if so equipped), and
attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision. Ford
recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles
involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was
minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not
show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not
need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a
collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage
or improper operation is noted.
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[SR06400(ALL)05/95]
Cleaning the Safety Belts
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[SR06500(ALL)05/95]
Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is
recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach
or dye the belt webbing because this may weaken it.
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[SR06600(ALL)05/95]
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
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[SR06700(ALL)05/95]
For some people, the safety belt may be too short even when it
is fully extended. You can add about eight inches (20 cm) to the
belt length with a safety belt extension assembly (part number
611C22). Safety belt extensions are available at no cost from
your dealer.
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[SR06800(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Failure to follow these instructions will affect the
performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of
personal injury.
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Safety Restraints
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[SR31901(ALL)06/95]
17-1/2 pica
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Checking the retractor
[SR31950(ALL)06/95]9.
Check to make sure that the seat is properly secured prior to
each use. If the retractor is not locked, repeat steps 6
through 8.
[SR32001(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: To remove retractor from the automatic lock mode,
allow seat belt to retract fully to its stowed position
and the retractor will automatically switch back to the
vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage.
[SR32050(ALL)05/95]
Installing a Child Safety Seat at the Rear Center
Seating Position with Locking Adjustable Lap Belt
[SR32101(ALL)05/95]1.
Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue
so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of
webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing.
[SR32150(ALL)05/95]2.
Place the child safety seat in the center seating position.
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