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Remove the key from the ignition. The hood must be closed
to arm the system.
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Open any door. The alarm indicator light will start flashing
to remind you to arm the system.
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Lock the doors by using the power door lock switch. The
alarm indicator light will now glow steadily.
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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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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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Remove the key from the ignition. The hood must be closed
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Close all of the doors.
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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.
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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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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.
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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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NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off
automatically approximately two minutes and 45
seconds after the system is triggered. It will trigger
again if another intrusion occurs. However, the starter
circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed.
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Wheel cover removal (optional cast aluminum wheels)
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Fit the hex-shaped end of the lug wrench over the wheel lug
nuts and loosen them one-half turn (counterclockwise). Do
not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the
ground.
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If your vehicle has the optional locking lug nuts, you must
use the lug nut removal tool provided with your vehicle's
tool kit.
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Anti-theft lug nut
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Fit the jack under the proper jacking point indicated by the
notch in the bottom of the door frame panel.
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Accessories
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Ford Accessories for Your Windstar
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Many accessories for your Windstar are available through your
local authorized dealer. These accessories have been designed to
meet your needs and are custom designed to complement the
style and aerodynamics of your vehicle. Some of the available
accessories are listed below.
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Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
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Comfort and Convenience
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Engine Block Heater (Standard in Canada)
Remote Keyless Entry
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Protection and Appearance Equipment
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Aero Running Boards
Molded Running Boards
Carpet Floor Mats
Cleaners, Waxes and Polishes
Front End Cover
Front End Mini Cover
Lubricants and Oils
Side Window Shields
Styled Wheel Protector Locks
Rear Air Deflector
Door Edge Guards
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Index
K
Keyless entry system
autolock...................... 143
locking and unlocking doors............. 138
programming entry code............... 137
Keys
positions of the ignition............... 100
removing key from the ignition............ 101
stuck in lock position................ 101
L
Lamps
autolamp delay system............... 115
bulb replacement specifications chart......... 328
daytime running light system............. 97
dome lamps.................... 117
flashing the lamps.................. 103
fog lamps...................... 96
hazard flashers................... 108
headlamps...................... 95
high beams..................... 103
illuminated entry system............... 143
illuminated mirrors................. 120
instrument panel, dimming............... 98
interior lamps..................... 98
map lamps..................... 117
trailer....................... 238
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal)......... 102
Lap belts....................... 178
Liftgate........................ 132
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag........................ 17
anti-lock brakes (ABS)................. 12
anti-theft....................... 39
brake........................ 11
charging system.................... 15
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Index
Mirrors (continued)
side view mirrors (manual).............. 129
side view mirrors (power).............. 130
vanity mirror, illuminated.............. 120
Motorcraft parts.................... 333
N
New vehicle break-in.................. 4
O
Octane rating..................... 312
Odometer
description.................... 22,31
trip odometer..................... 22
Oil filter....................... 288
Oil (see Engine oil).................. 286
Oil viscosity...................... 286
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 321
Overdrive....................... 231
Overseas offices.................... 347
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 141
Parking brake
operation...................... 226
warning light..................... 11
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 333
PCV valve, specifications................ 333
Power door locks................... 124
Power features
door locks..................... 124
lumbar support................... 149
mirrors....................... 129
seats........................ 148
windows...................... 125
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Power steering
dipstick...................... 296
driving with power steering............. 228
fluid, checking and adding.............. 296
fluid, specifications................. 335
servicing...................... 228
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems)........... 41
Rear climate control system............... 91
Rearview mirror.................... 118
Rear window..................... 125
defroster....................... 93
washer........................ 94
washer reservoir.................. 291
Refill capacities for fluids............... 334
Relays........................ 258
Remote entry system................. 139
illuminated entry.................. 143
locking/unlocking doors............... 140
panic alarm.................... 141
replacement/additional transmitters.......... 142
Restraints, safety (see Safety restraints)
adult........................ 147
child........................ 186
infant.....................186, 200
Roadside assistance.................. 341
Roadside emergencies................. 247
Roof rack....................... 241
Rotating the tires................... 304
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