1997 FORD WINDSTAR coolant temperature

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[IS10700(ALL)12/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050235-A
Fuel gauge Ð base cluster
[IS10800(ALL)12/95]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050126-C
The engine coolant temperature and fuel gauge
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Instrumentation
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[IS11400(ALL)07/96]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
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[IS11500(ALL)02/96]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate.
[IS11600(ALL)01/96]
10-1/2 pica
art:0050236-A
Engine coolant temperature gauge Ð base cluster
[IS11700(ALL)01/96]
The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the NORMAL
band as the engine coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the
pointer to fluctuate within the normal band under normal
driving conditions. Under certain driving conditions such as
heavy stop and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the
pointer may indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. This is
also acceptable.
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[IS11800(ALL)04/96]
If, under any circumstances, the pointer moves above the
NORMAL band, the engine is overheating and continued
operation may cause engine damage.
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[IS11900(ALL)07/96]
If your engine overheats:
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[IS12000(ALL)07/96]1.
Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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[IS12100(ALL)07/96]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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Instrumentation
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7-1/2 pica art:0050156-B
The fuel gauge
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[IS15561(ALL)07/96]
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
[IS15563(ALL)07/96]
7-1/2 pica art:0050175-B
Engine coolant temperature gauge
[IS15565(ALL)07/96]
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine's coolant, not
the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or
mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. The gauge is
identified by a thermometer symbol, an ªHº (hot), and a ªCº
(cold). The ªNORMº indicates the normal operating range. The
bars will move into the normal operating range as the engine
coolant warms up. It is acceptable for the bars to fluctuate
within the normal operating range under normal driving
conditions. Under certain driving conditions, such as heavy stop
and go traffic, or driving up hills in hot weather, the gauge may
indicate at the top of the NORMAL band. This is also
acceptable.
[IS15567(ALL)07/96]
If, under any circumstances, the bars move above the NORMAL
band, the temperature symbol will flash and a chime will sound
to alert the driver that the engine coolant is overheating and
continued operation may cause engine damage.
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If your engine overheats:
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[IS15571(ALL)07/96]1.
Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible.
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[IS15573(ALL)07/96]2.
Turn off the engine. If you do not stop the engine as soon as
safely possible, severe engine damage could result.
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[IS15575(ALL)07/96]3.
Let the engine cool.DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT
SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL.
[IS15577(ALL)07/96]4.
Check the coolant level following the instructions on
checking and adding coolant to your engine in this Owner
Guide. Seeengine coolantin the index. If you do not follow
these instructions, you or others could be injured.
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[IS15579(ALL)07/96]
If the coolant continues to overheat, have the coolant system
serviced.
[IS15581(ALL)07/96]
If the temperature gauge displays only the top two and bottom
two bars, the temperature indication system is indicating that it
requires servicing. Take the vehicle to a dealership for service as
soon as possible.
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[IS15583(ALL)07/96]
Speedometer
[IS15585(ALL)07/96]
The electronic speedometer in the left center of the cluster has
two displays that indicate how fast your vehicle is moving in
miles or kilometers per hour. Press the fuel computer E/M
(English/Metric) button to switch between MPH and km/h. The
main digital speedometer indicates speed up to 120 MPH
(199 km/h). The secondary bar graph speedometer indicates
approximate speed up to 120 MPH in steps of 4 MPH
(180 km/h in steps of 6 km/h). The bar graph speedometer
shows your approximate speed relative to the full scale, and it
gives you a visual indication of how fast your speed is changing
when you accelerate or decelerate.
[IS15587(ALL)07/96]
Your vehicle may not actually be able to travel at the maximum
speeds indicated by the speedometer due to a speed limiter in
the Electronic Engine Control module. The purpose of the
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InV(DEFROST), most of the air is directed through the
defrosters and onto the windshield. A small amount is diverted
to the floor.
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Heater Controls (Heater-Only Vehicles)
[CF03300(ALL)01/96]
The fan speed, temperature, and function controls are essentially
the same as the A/C controls described previously with the
exception that the control assembly has no function settings for
MAX A/C and A/C and no A/C compressor operation is
provided in any of the function settings. An illustration of the
control for a heater-only system follows.
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10-1/2 pica
art:0050238-C
Climate control panel Ð Heater-Only System
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[CF03500(ALL)04/96]
Turning On the Heat
[CF03600(ALL)01/96]
Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for
sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge.
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[CF03700(ALL)01/96]
To heat the inside of your vehicle:
[CF03800(ALL)01/96]1.
Turn the Function Selector Knob toR(FLOOR). Outside
air is drawn in and directed into the passenger compartment
through the floor outlets. Small quantities of air are also
directed to the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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[MC11200(ALL)05/96]
Leave the coolant in all year. Make sure that the coolant will
not freeze at the temperature level in which you usually drive
during winter months. Keep an engine coolant in your engine
that has a protection rating of at leasts20ÊF (s29ÊC).
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[MC11300(ALL)05/96]
To find out how much engine coolant mixture your vehicle's
coolant system can hold, seeRefill CapacitiesinCapacities and
Specificationschapter.
[MC11400(ALL)01/96]
You may add water by itself only in an emergency, but you
should replace it with a 50/50 mixture of water and coolant as
soon as possible.
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[MC11500(ALL)05/96]
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if
you have to add engine coolant more than once a month, or
you have to add more than a quart (liter) at a time.
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[MC11600(ALL)01/96
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Checking Hoses
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[MC11700(ALL)01/96]
Inspect all engine and heater system hoses for deterioration,
leaks and loose clamps before adding or replacing engine
coolant. Make whatever repairs or replacements are necessary
using Motorcraft parts or their equivalents.
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[MC11800(ALL)05/96
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Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
[MC11900(ALL)01/96]
To drain and flush your engine coolant, youMUSTsee your
Ford dealer or refer to the procedure in the service manual.
Failing to do so could result in engine damage.
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Power Steering Fluid
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[MC12100(ALL)01/96]
Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a
year (i.e., every Spring and Fall).
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[MC12200(ALL)01/96]
To check the level of your power steering fluid:
[MC12300(ALL)01/96]1.
Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature. The power steering
fluid will reach the right temperature after at least five
minutes of idling or at least one mile (1 km) of driving.
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Coolant (see Engine coolant) (continued)
refill capacities................... 334
specifications..................293, 335
temperature gauge................ 21,29
warnings...................... 292
Cooling fan...................... 279
Cupholder(s)...................... 99
Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.)......... 342
Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada...... 349
D
Daytime running light system.............. 97
Defrost
rear window..................... 93
windshield...................... 85
Dipstick....................... 287
automatic transaxle fluid............... 298
engine oil..................... 287
Disabled vehicle (see Towing)............. 278
Dispute Settlement Board............... 344
Doors........................ 121
door ajar warning light................ 16
lubricant specifications................ 335
Driving under special conditions
bad weather.................... 243
heavy load..................... 245
high speed..................... 243
high water..................... 244
slippery roads................... 243
tips for safe driving................. 242
towing a trailer................... 246
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Engine coolant
checking and adding................ 292
checking hoses................... 296
disposal..................288, 295, 300
drain and flush................... 296
preparing for storage................ 338
proper solution...............288, 294, 300
recovery reservoir................283, 292
specifications.................... 335
temperature gauge................ 21,29
Engine coolant temperature gauge
description.................... 21,29
mechanical...................... 21
Engine fan...................... 279
Engine knocking................... 313
Engine oil
changing oil and oil filter.............. 288
checking and adding................ 287
dipstick...................... 287
disposal..................288, 295, 300
engine oil pressure warning light.......... 15,25
filter, specifications................. 333
refill capacities................... 334
specifications.................... 286
synthetic oil.................... 286
ªbreak-inº oils.................... 4
viscosity...................... 287
Entry system
illuminated..................... 143
keyless....................... 136
remote....................... 139
Exhaust fumes.................... 220
Extended Service Plan, Ford............... 4
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