1997 FORD WINDSTAR weight

352
[AC01200(ALL)12/93]
Audio Equipment
[AC01300(ALL)12/93]
CD Changer
*
[AC01400(ALL)01/93]
Safety Equipment
*
[AC01500(ALL)11/93]
Vehicle Security Systems
*
[AC01600(ALL)01/93]
Travel Equipment
[AC01700(ALL)05/95]
Soft Luggage Carrier
Aero Hood Deflector
Factory Luggage Rack & Adaptors
Trailer Hitch (Class II)
Console
*
[AC01800(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and
luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total
weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear
axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer
for specific weight information.
*
[AC01900(ALL)09/95]
NOTE: Devices that emit radio frequency (RF) energy such as
AM/FM radios, mobile communication systems
(two-way radios, telephones) and radio controlled
security systems, are subject to the rules and
regulations of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15. Any such
system installed in your vehicle should comply with
those rules and should be installed only by a
qualified technician. In addition, to insure continued
compliance with the FCC's requirements, RF devices
must not be modified or changed in a manner not
expressly approved by Ford Motor Company.
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Fuel and distance computer (continued)
to empty indicator.................. 35
trip distance..................... 34
Fuel cap, replacing.................. 311
Fuel filter, specifications................ 333
Fuel gauge..................... 19,28
Fuse panels
engine compartment................. 256
instrument panel.................. 250
Fuses
charts....................... 252
checking and replacing............... 250
G
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)..........312, 316
Gasohol....................... 314
Gauges, Electronic
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 29
fuel gauge...................... 28
odometer....................... 31
speedometer..................... 30
tachometer...................... 32
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 21
fuel gauge...................... 19
odometer....................... 22
speedometer..................... 22
tachometer...................... 23
trip odometer..................... 22
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 236
definition....................235, 245
driving with a heavy load.............. 245
location...................... 235
Gearshift
automatic operation................. 228
column-mounted.................. 228
locking the gearshift................. 100
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Index
Gearshift (continued)
positions...................... 228
shifting the gears.................. 228
shift-lock...................... 229
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 236
definition....................235, 245
driving with a heavy load.............. 245
location...................... 235
H
Hazard flashers.................... 108
Headlamps
aiming....................... 322
autolamp system.................. 115
bulb specification.................. 328
checking alignment................. 322
cleaning...................... 331
daytime running lights................. 97
flashing...................... 103
high beam..................... 103
replacing bulbs................... 322
turning on and off.................. 95
warning chime.................... 97
Head restraints.................... 154
Heated mirrors.................... 131
Heating
manual heating and air conditioning system....... 81
rear seat controls................... 91
High beams
indicator light..................... 18
operation...................... 103
Hitch......................... 238
Hood
latch location.................... 281
lubrication specifications............... 335
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Index
Warranty Information Booklet.............. 3
Washer fluid..................... 104
rear window reservoir................ 291
reservoir...................... 291
warning light................... 18,26
windshield..................... 291
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)............. 245
Wheel bearings lubricant specifications......... 335
Wheel dollies (see Towing)............... 278
Wheels
anti-theft lugnuts.................. 266
cleaning...................... 332
covers....................... 265
inspection and maintenance............. 303
Windows....................... 125
manual windows, operating............. 125
power windows, operating.............. 125
Windshield, washing.................. 104
Windshield washer fluid and wipers.......... 104
checking and adding fluid.............. 291
checking and replacing wiper blades......... 302
liftgate reservoir................... 291
low washer fluid light............... 18,26
operation...................... 104
reservoir...................... 291
specifications.................... 291
variable interval wipers............... 104
Windshield wipers and washer............. 104
Wrecker towing.................... 278
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