1997 FORD WINDSTAR climate control

Controls and Features
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When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather,
place the automatic transaxle gearshift selector lever in Park (P)
or in Neutral (N). This aids in engine cooling and air
conditioner efficiency. (If the engine overheats, turn the
Function Selector Knob toQ(PANEL) and turn the
Temperature Control Knob to WARM.)
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When your vehicle's engine is operated at full throttle, the air
conditioner compressor will automatically be turned off to allow
maximum engine power. This may occur during passing or
when climbing steep grades. The compressor will return to
normal operation within a few seconds after full throttle is no
longer needed.
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NOTE: The compressor will not operate when the outside
temperature is less than about45ÊF (7ÊC).
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Rear Climate Control System (If equipped)
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If your vehicle is equipped with a rear climate control system,
the rear seat occupants can select their own personal fan speed
settings.
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The rear seat climate control system is controlled from the main
climate control system on the instrument panel. If the rear
passenger compartment climate control knob in the front climate
control panel is set in OFF, the fan in the rear seat climate
control system will also be off. If the knob is set in any of the
fan speed positions (Medium Low, Medium High, or High), air
will be discharged from the rear seat vents at the corresponding
speed. However, when the knob is set at REAR CTRL, rear seat
passengers can control their own fan speed.
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Rear fan control knob
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The rear passenger compartment climate control panel has a Fan
Speed Knob which controls the speed (Low, Medium Low,
Medium High, or High) at which air is discharged from the
registers whenever the Rear Control Knob on the front panel
climate control panel is in REAR CTRL.
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Front passengers determine the temperature and location of the
airflow for rear passengers by setting the Function Selector
Knob in the front climate control panel in either a heat or A/C
mode.
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If an A/C mode is chosen, rear passengers will receive FULL
COOL (air-conditioned) air out of the side and upper rear
registers. If a heat mode or theQ(PANEL) mode is chosen,
rear passengers will receive FULL WARM (heated) air out of
the lower rear registers.
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Rear passengers do not have the ability to adjust the
temperature or select the location of the airflow from the
auxiliary climate control system. Rear passengers can adjust the
Rear Fan Speed Control Knob and air discharge (adjust
registers) for comfort.
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NOTE: For maximum heating and cooling for front seat
passengers, set the rear fan switch to them(OFF)
position.
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Controls and Features
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Liftgate Window Features
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Rear Window Defogger (If equipped)
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The defogger for the rear liftgate window clears frost, fog, or
thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window.
The defogger operates with the ignition in the ON position.
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The control switch is located on the instrument panel to the
right of the steering column and below the climate control
system.
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The rear defogger switch
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To defrost the rear window:
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Clear any snow or ice from the rear window.
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Get in your vehicle and start the engine.
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Press the rear defogger switch.
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The defogger turns off automatically after 10 minutes. If the
window is not clear, turn the defogger on again. It will
automatically shut off anytime the engine is turned off or if the
switch is depressed a second time.
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NOTE: Operating the rear defogger will also turn on the
heated side view mirrors (if equipped).
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Never use sharp instruments or abrasive window cleaners to
clean the inside of your rear window. If you do, you may
damage the wires that are bonded to the inside of the rear
window, and cause damage to the rear window defogger.
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Rear Wiper and Washer (If equipped)
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The controls for the rear wiper and washer can be found on the
instrument panel to the right of the instrument cluster below the
climate control system. The rear wiper and washer controls
operate with the ignition in the ACC or ON positions.
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The rear wiper switches
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To turn on the rear wiper, press the rear wiper switch. The
wiper will operate until it is turned off. To turn off the rear
wiper, press the wiper switch a second time.
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To activate the rear washer, press the rear washer switch. Spray
will continue as long as the button is depressed. When you
activate the wash system, the wiper will also activate. The wiper
can be turned off by pressing the wiper switch a second time.
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Starting
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Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked by a
qualified technician whenever:
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your vehicle is raised for service
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the sound of the exhaust system changes
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your vehicle has been damaged in an accident
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If the exhaust system has any indications of leaks it should be
repaired immediately.
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Improve your ventilation by keeping all air intake vents clear of
snow, leaves, and other objects.
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If the engine idles while you are stopped in an open area for
long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch. Also,
adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in outside air.
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Read the sectionClimate Control Systemsfor instructions on
bringing fresh outside air into your vehicle. Refer to the Index.
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Maintenance and Care
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Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires
may affect the accuracy of your speedometer and odometer.
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Information About Tire Quality Grades
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New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality
Grade (described below) molded into the tire's sidewall. These
Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the
United States Department of Transportation has set.
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Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on
this vehicle. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow
tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (254-305 mm) or
limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal
Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
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U.S. Department of Transportation Ð Tire quality grades:The
U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the
following information about tire grades exactly as the
government has written it.
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Treadwear
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The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative
performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due
to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
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Traction A B C
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are A, B, and C,
and they represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as
measured under controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned
to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests
and does not include cornering (turning) traction.
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Temperature A B C
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The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and
its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level
of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under
the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stadard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The
temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is
properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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Snow Tires and Chains
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The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide
traction in rain or snow. However, during the winter months in
some climates, you may need to use snow tires and occasionally
chains for your tires.
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Keep the tires properly inflated. To find out the
recommended tire pressure, seeChecking the pressure of the
tireslater in this chapter.
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Use your air conditioning system wisely. To find out about
fuel economy and air conditioning, seeClimate control systems
in the Index.
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In addition to your individual driving habits, optional
equipment, such as air conditioning, can have a significant effect
on fuel economy. Various aftermarket add-on items that increase
aerodynamic drag can also reduce fuel economy.
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Emission Control System
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Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which
enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission
requirements.
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To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission
control parts continue to work properly:
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Use only unleaded fuel.
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Avoid running out of fuel.
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Never turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving,
especially at high speeds.
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Have the services listed in yourMaintenance Schedulebooklet
performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled
maintenance services are required because they are
considered essential to the life and performance of your
vehicle and to its emission system.
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