1996 FORD WINDSTAR low beam

Warning Lights and Gauges
83
%*[LG9580(ALL)09/93]
Electronic Cluster (If Equipped)
[LG09600(ALL)03/94]
The Electronic Cluster works only when your ignition is in the
ON position. Each time you start your vehicle, the displays go
through a self-test by lighting up all segments for about one
second and then turning off all segments for about one second,
before displaying actual gauge readings. (The turn signal and
high beam indicators do not light during the self-test. The LOW
OIL light may remain on throughout the self-test and for several
seconds after normal readings are displayed.) This self-test
demonstrates that all of the display segments are working
properly.
[LG09620(ALL)03/94]
The electronic cluster has three major functions to provide you
with information about your vehicle's operating status:
[LG09650(ALL)10/93]
n
Warning and Indicator Lights
[LG09661(ALL)10/93]
n
Electronic Gauges
[LG09670(ALL)12/93]
n
The Fuel Computer
[LG10801(ALL)12/93]
Warning and Indicator Lights
%*
[LG10820(ALL)02/95]
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
*
[LG10823(ALL)03/95]
This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety
belt. The following conditions will take place:
[LG10826(ALL)02/95]
n
If the driver does not fasten the safety belt before the
ignition is turned to ON, the chime will sound for four (4) to
eight (8) seconds and the light will illuminate for one (1) to
two (2) minutes, or until the safety belt is fastened.
[LG10829(ALL)02/95]
n
If the driver fastens the safety belt before the ignition is
turned to ON, the chime will not sound and the light will
not illuminate.
[LG10832(ALL)02/95]
n
If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the
chime is sounding, both the light and the chime turn off.
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Instrument Panel Controls
121
[IP12500(ALL)09/93]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050040-A
The headlamp controls
%*
[IP12510(ALL)04/95]
Fog Lamps (If equipped)
[IP12525(ALL)08/94]
The fog lamp switch is located on the center of the instrument
panel.
[IP12535(ALL)06/94]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050232-A
Fog lamp switch
*
[IP12538(ALL)02/93]
The fog lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps
under limited visibility conditions such as rain, snow, dust or
fog and operate only when the low beam headlamps are on.
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*
[IP12541(ALL)02/93]
To maximize fog lamp bulb life it is recommended that the fog
lamp switch be turned off after each use prior to turning off the
headlamps.
*
[IP12544(ALL)10/94]
n
To turn the fog lamps on, push the switch. An indicator light
will glow when the lamps are on.
*
[IP12547(ALL)10/94]
n
To turn off, push the switch again.
%*
[IP12550(ALL)03/95]
ªHeadlamps Onº Alert Chime
[IP12601(ALL)03/94]
The ªheadlamps onº alert chime acts as an indicator that you
have left the headlamps or parking lights on. This continuous
chime will activate when the following conditions are present:
[IP12620(ALL)03/94]
n
The headlamp and/or parking lamps are on
[IP12640(ALL)03/94]
n
There is no key in the ignition
[IP12660(ALL)05/94]
n
The driver's door is ajar (open)
%*
[IP12700(ALL)01/93]
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
(Canadian vehicles only)
*
[IP12800(ALL)03/95]
The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system is designed to turn
the high beam headlamps on, with a reduced light output and
without illuminating the high beam indicator lamp in the
instrument panel. The DRL system operates when all of the
following conditions are met:
*
[IP12900(ALL)01/93]
n
the vehicle is ªrunningº
*
[IP13000(ALL)01/93]
n
the vehicle has a fully released parking brake
*
[IP13100(ALL)01/93]
n
the headlamp system is in the OFF position
*
[IP13200(ALL)01/93]
NOTE: You may notice that the lights flicker when the engine
is turned on or off. This is a normal condition.
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[SC02100(ALL)02/95]
To indicate a lane change to the right, push the turn signal
lever up slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. To
indicate a lane change to the left, pull the turn signal lever
down slightly (without latching) and hold it in position. The
lever will return to the OFF position when you release it.
*
[SC02200(ALL)05/94]
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not
illuminate or remains on (does not flash) when you signal a
turn, the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this
condition corrected as soon as possible, and use the accepted
hand signals until the turn signal system is repaired.
%*
[SC02220(ALL)03/95]
High Beams
*
[SC02226(ALL)01/93]
To turn on the high beams, turn the headlamps on and push
the turn signal lever away from you until it latches. When the
high beams are on, the high beam indicator light on the
instrument panel is illuminated.
*
[SC02230(ALL)01/93]
To return to the low beam setting, pull the turn signal lever
toward you until it latches back into the neutral position. The
high beam indicator light turns off.
*
[SC02235(ALL)11/93]
7-1/2 pica art:0040086-D
High beam and flash-to-pass operation
%*
[SC02700(ALL)05/95]
Flashing the Lights
*
[SC02800(ALL)01/93]
To flash the headlamps, pull the turn signal lever toward you
for a moment and then release it. The high beam headlamps
will flash whether the headlamps are on or off.
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Electronic Sound Systems
205
*
[AS09750(ALL)04/95]
n
Do not clean discs with solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or antistatic spray intended
for analog records.
*
[AS09760(ALL)04/95]
n
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as defroster and floor heating ducts. Do not leave any
discs in a parked car in direct sunlight where there may be a
considerable rise in temperature or damage may result.
*
[AS09765(ALL)04/95]
n
After playing, store the disc in its case.
*
[AS09770(ALL)04/95]
n
If a disc has already been inserted, do not try to insert
another disc. Doing so may damage the disc player.
*
[AS09780(ALL)04/95]
n
Do not insert anything other than a disc into the disc player.
*
[AS09790(ALL)04/95]
CAUTION:The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard as the laser beam used in this compact
disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to
disassemble the case. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
*
[AS09800(ALL)04/95]
Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player
*
[AS09810(ALL)04/95]
The following information is designed to help you recognize
typical situations that could be mistakenly interpreted as
mechanical malfunctions of the disc player.
*
[AS09820(ALL)04/95]
n
A disc is already loaded.
*
[AS09830(ALL)04/95]
n
The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.
*
[AS09840(ALL)04/95]
n
The disc is dusty or defective.
*
[AS09850(ALL)05/95]
n
The player's internal temperature is above167ÊF (75ÊC).
Allow the player to cool off before operating.
*
[AS09869(ALL)04/95]
n
Different manufacturers of compact discs may produce discs
with different dimensions or tolerances, some of which may
not be within industry standards or in accordance with the
CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust
and scratches could be defective and may not play on your
Ford Compact Disc Player.
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Update:Tue Mar 19 08:19:39 1996

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Index
Lamps (continued)
illuminated mirrors................. 191
interior lamps.................... 125
map lamps..................... 127
trailer....................... 256
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 129
Lap belts........................ 17
Liftgate........................ 158
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag...................... 74,85
anti-lock brakes (ABS)............... 69,88
anti-theft...................... 104
brake...................... 68,84
charging system.................. 72,85
check engine................... 70,86
door ajar..................... 74,90
hazard warning light................. 93
high beam.................... 75,90
low fuel....................... 76
low washer fluid................. 76,91
oil pressure.................... 73,89
safety belt.................... 69,83
speed control...................91,142
theft system.................... 104
traction control system................ 102
turn signal indicator................ 75,92
Load limits, trailer towing............... 254
Lubricant specifications................. 365
Luggage rack..................... 193
Lug nuts
anti-theft...................... 273
tightening sequence................. 278
Lumbar support pad.................. 170
M
Maintenance (see servicing)............... 301
Map pockets..................... 185
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