1996 FORD WINDSTAR service indicator

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[LG00475(ALL)06/94]
The Mechanical Cluster
[LG00501(ALL)06/94]
The following warning lights and gauges are on the Mechanical
Cluster. All of these indicators alert you to the status of vehicle
systems or possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the
lights listed are optional. The following section explains each of
the indicators.
[LG00600(ALL)12/93]
Warning and Indicator Lights
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[LG00900(ALL)03/95]
Brake System Light
[LG01000(ALL)11/93]
The warning light for the brakes indicates two things Ð that
either the parking brake is on or not fully released, or that the
brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the
fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a
qualified service technician.
[LG01100(ALL)11/93]
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The brake system light
[LG01200(ALL)12/93]
The BRAKE light normally comes on when you turn the
ignition key to the ON or START position to verify that the
indicator bulb is working. If the light stays on or comes on
when the engine is running and after you have released the
parking brake fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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[LG01300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
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[LG04000(ALL)01/93]
Door Ajar Warning Light
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[LG04100(ALL)08/94]
If the ignition switch is in the ON position and any door or the
liftgate is not completely closed, the light will illuminate.
[LG04150(ALL)06/94]
If the light illuminates, safely stop the vehicle and check and
close all doors until the light turns off.
[LG04200(ALL)11/93]
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The door ajar warning light
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[LG05801(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
[LG05902(ALL)11/93]
This light indicates that the Air Bag system is not functional
and needs to be serviced. The light illuminates for
approximately six seconds when the ignition is turned to the
ON position to verify that the indicator bulb is working. If the
light fails to illuminate, flashes continuously, or remains on,
have the air bag system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG06001(ALL)11/93]
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The air bag readiness light
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG06100(ALL)04/95]
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
[LG06150(ALL)12/93]
See ªTurn Signalsº in theSteering Column Controlschapter of
this Owner Guide.
[LG06200(ALL)12/93]
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The turn signal indicator lights
[LG06250(ALL)03/94]
If one or both of your turn signal indicators does not light up
or remains on continuously when you signal a turn, have the
turn signaling system serviced as soon as possible.
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[LG06400(ALL)01/95]
High Beam Light
[LG06500(ALL)10/93]
This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high
beam or when the high beams are flashed. If your vehicle is
equipped with Daytime Running Lights (Canadian vehicles
only) and the headlamps are on when the high beams are
flashed, the high beam indicator will not light.
[LG06600(ALL)11/93]
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The high beam indicator light
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[LG10835(ALL)11/93]
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The safety belt warning light
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[LG10845(ALL)03/95]
Brake System Light
[LG10848(ALL)11/93]
The warning light for the brakes indicates two things Ð that
either the parking brake is on or not fully released, or that the
brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir. If the
fluid level is low, the brake system should be checked by a
qualified service technician.
[LG10850(ALL)11/93]
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The brake system light
[LG10855(ALL)12/93]
The BRAKE light normally comes on when you turn the
ignition key to the ON or START position to verify that the
indicator bulb is working. If the light stays on or comes on
when the engine is running and after you have released the
parking brake fully, have the hydraulic brake system serviced.
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[LG10858(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
The BRAKE light indicates that the brakes may not be
working properly. Have the brakes checked immediately.
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Warning Lights and Gauges
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[LG10861(ALL)01/95]
Air Bag Readiness Light
[LG10871(ALL)11/93]
This light indicates that the Air Bag system is not functional
and needs to be serviced. The light illuminates for
approximately six seconds when the ignition is turned to the
ON position to verify that the indicator bulb is working. If the
light fails to illuminate, flashes continuously, or remains on,
have the air bag system serviced as soon as possible.
[LG10881(ALL)11/93]
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The air bag readiness light
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[LG10901(ALL)01/95]
Charging System Light
[LG10911(ALL)11/93]
This light indicates that your battery is not being charged. The
light comes on briefly during the display self-test every time
you turn your ignition key to the ON position. The light will go
off when the key is turned to the START position. The light
should stay off when the self-test is done if the engine is
running and the alternator is charging.
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[LG10913(ALL)01/95]
If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running,
have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.
[LG10915(ALL)11/93]
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The charging system light
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[LG11285(ALL)12/93]
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The speed control light
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[LG11301(ALL)04/95]
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
[LG11310(ALL)12/93]
See ªTurn Signalsº in theSteering Column Controlschapter of
this Owner Guide.
[LG11320(ALL)12/93]
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The turn signal indicator lights
[LG11331(ALL)03/94]
If one or both of your turn signal indicators does not light up
or remains on continuously when you signal a turn, have the
turn signaling system serviced as soon as possible.
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Anti-Theft Active Indicator Light
[LG18900(ALL)03/94]
This indicator is used in the optional Anti-Theft System. See
ªAnti-Theft Systemº in theFeatureschapter of this Owner
Guide.
[LG18950(ALL)11/93]
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The anti-theft active indicator light
[LG19000(ALL)08/94]
Air Suspension Warning Light
[LG19050(ALL)08/94]
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The air suspension warning light
[LG19100(ALL)08/94]
The warning light for the Air Suspension indicates one of two
things:
[LG19150(ALL)08/94]1.
The service switch (located in the jack storage area) is in the
ªoffº position.
[LG19200(ALL)08/94]2.
A system malfunction has occurred electronically disabling
Air Suspension function.
[LG19250(ALL)08/94]
NOTE: If the switch is returned to or in the ªONº position
and the light does not go out after recycling the
ignition switch OFF/ON, the Air Suspension should
be checked by a qualified service technician.
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