1996 FORD WINDSTAR open hood

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Anti-Theft System (if equipped)
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When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against
break-ins or theft.
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When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and
will:
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flash the headlamps, parking lamps, and alarm indicator
lamp
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honk the horn
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disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being
started
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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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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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Features
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Remove the key from the ignition. The hood must be closed
to arm the system
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Close all of the doors.
[FV09705(ALL)05/95]3.
Press the remote entry transmitter LOCK button or use the
keyless entry system by pressing 7/8 and 9/0 at the same
time. The alarm indicator will come on for 30 seconds to
show the alarm is arming and then turn off to show that it
has armed.
[FV09710(ALL)05/95]
The anti-theft system is designed to work with the factory
installed remote keyless entry system. It may not work with
other remote entry systems.
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Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system
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You can disarm the system by unlocking either front door or
the liftgate with your door key. Turn the key all the way to the
end of travel or the system will not disarm.
[FV09725(ALL)05/95]
You can also disarm the system by unlocking the driver's door
by using the UNLOCK button of the remote entry transmitter or
by using the five-digit unlock code on the keyless entry system
keypad.
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If the system is armed and you remain in your vehicle, simply
insert the key into the ignition and turn it to ON. This disarms
the system and allows you to open the door and exit without
triggering the system.
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Disarming a triggered system
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The alarm can be disarmed by:
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unlocking any door with the key, or
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using the UNLOCK button of the remote entry transmitter
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using the five-digit unlock code on the keyless entry keypad
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Never get under a vehicle while it is supported by a jack
only. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away
from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
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Working Under the Hood
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Before you open the hood, read this section carefully.
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If you plan to work under the hood while the engine is
off:
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RWARNING
Set the parking brake and make sure the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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RWARNING
Always remove the key from the ignition after you turn
off the engine.
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If you must work under the hood while the engine is
on:
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RWARNING
Set the parking brake and make sure that the gearshift is
securely latched in P (Park). This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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RWARNING
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can get caught
in the moving parts.
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Servicing Your Windstar
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RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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To open the hood:
[SV03900(ALL)12/93]1.
Pull the hood release lever located below the instrument
panel to the left of the steering wheel.
[SV04000(ALL)11/93]
13-1/2 pica
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Hood release lever location
[SV04100(ALL)10/93]2.
Go to the front of the vehicle and release the secondary
hood latch under the hood in the front center of the vehicle.
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[SV04200(ALL)01/93]3.
Lift the hood and release the prop rod from its retaining
clip. Place the end of the prop rod in the prop rod hole
provided on the underside of the hood.
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Servicing Your Windstar
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Neveruse:
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ªNon-Detergentº oils
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Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG
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Additional engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine
treatments
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Engine oils with anSAE 5W-30viscosity arePREFERREDfor
your vehicle. They provide the best engine performance, fuel
economy and engine protection for all climates down to-15ÊF
(-25ÊC).
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Synthetic engine oils which are CERTIFIED and of the preferred
viscosity may be used in your engine. The engine oil and oil
filter must still be changed according to the maintenance
schedule.
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Checking and Adding Engine Oil
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Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe
engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you
put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the
oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level
ground.
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Checking the engine oil level:
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Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few
minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan.
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Set the parking brake, making sure the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).
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Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
[SV16200(ALL)08/94]4.
Locate the dipstick labelled ªEngine Oilº and carefully pull it
out of the engine.
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[SV16300(ALL)01/95]5.
Wipe the dipstick clean and put it back into position, making
sure it is fully seated.
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