1997 FORD WINDSTAR light

Controls and Features
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The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal
state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reach the
mirror. This mirror functions at night, and has a limited
function at dusk or dawn. From the non-glare state, the mirror
will return to the normal state after a short delay. The delay
starts when the glare goes away. The delay prevents excessive
changing of the mirror as traffic moves behind and around the
vehicle, or on rolling hills and curves.
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The electronic mirror measures the brightness of the light
coming in from the rear of the vehicle. It automatically makes a
correction in the glare state. The mirror may be turned off in
either the normal or non-glare position.
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There are two light sensors (photocells) in this mirror. The
sensor that detects rear glare is located inside a window in the
upper RH corner of the mirror. The second light sensor which
determines outside light level is located on the backside of the
mirror case.
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One important safety feature is that the mirror automatically
returns to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in
R (Reverse) (when the mirror is in the ON position). This
feature ensures a bright clear view in the mirror when backing
up.
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To turn on the automatic mirror, have the key in the ON
position and push the ON button once. The light in the center
of the button will light indicating the mirror is on. To turn the
mirror off push the ON button again.
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The mirror can be temporarily darkened, if wanted, by pushing
the Dim button. After releasing the button, the mirror will
return to the previous operation mode after a short delay.
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Illuminated Courtesy Mirror (If equipped)
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Your vehicle may have illuminated courtesy mirrors on the sun
visors. You can turn on the lighted mirrors by lifting the mirror
door cover.
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The illuminated mirror on the sun visor
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Do not let children play with the power windows.
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The power window switches
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One-Touch-Down Power Window (If equipped)
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The one-touch-down power window feature allows you to
completely open the driver's window without holding down the
window switch. To open the window completely, tap quickly on
the lower half of the switch and release it. If the top of the
button is pressed firmly while the window is going down, the
window will stop at that position.
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To open the window only partially, press the lower half of the
switch lightly and hold it until the window has opened to the
desired position and then release the switch.
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To close the window you must hold the upper half of the
button until the window closes.
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The full console
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Liftgate
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Liftgate opening procedure
[CF39500(ALL)01/96]1.
To open the liftgate, insert the door key into the lock and
turn it clockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not
release it) with the power door lock system.
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Reach under the license plate light shield and release the
liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward.
[CF39700(ALL)01/96]3.
To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position, pull
back and upward on the latch paddle handle under or
behind the license plate shield.
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Liftgate closing procedure
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To make the liftgate swing downward, reach up and pull the
lower edge of the liftgate (or the loop handle on the inner
trim panel of vehicles with this option) and pull downward.
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When you have pulled down the liftgate enough so that you
can reach the license plate light shield, push the shield down
and forward to close the latch and liftgate. At this point, the
latch is not locked.
[CF40400(ALL)01/96]3.
You can lock the liftgate latch by pushing down the
night-lock button (located on the inside of the liftgate at the
bottom of the window) before you pull down and close the
liftgate. You can also lock the liftgate latch by inserting your
vehicle's door key and turning it counterclockwise after you
have closed the liftgate, or by using the power door locks on
the front doors or the power lock switch in the cargo area.
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The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You
can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It
cannot be opened from inside the cargo area.
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Cargo Net (If equipped)
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The cargo net is designed to hold your cargo upright between
the third row bench seat and the liftgate to prevent it from
moving around the cargo area.
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To install the cargo net:
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Attach the loops on the four corners of the net to the four
retainers on the cargo area rear quarter panels. Pull on the net
to be sure that it is fastened securely.
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Be sure to secure all four loops into the retainers. The
cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 50 lbs.
(22.5 kg) or the net may not stay secured.
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Keyless Entry System (If equipped)
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If you have chosen the keyless entry system option for your
vehicle, you can lock or unlock the doors and liftgate without
using a key. The keypad is above the outside door handle on
the driver's side. See alsoRemote Entry Systemwhich follows
this description.
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The keyless entry system keypad
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When you bought your vehicle, you were given a computer
code that operates the system for your vehicle. For your
convenience, we have duplicated this code in two places.
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The code is:
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on your owner's wallet card found in the glove compartment
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taped to the computer module
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When you use the keyless entry system, the illuminated entry
system turns on the interior lights for 25 seconds and the
buttons on the keypad light up for five seconds.
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The keyless system registers this second code. To open your
vehicle, you can now use either code. The module
remembers only one personal code at a time. Entering a
second personal code will erase the first and replace it with
the new code.
[CF43400(ALL)01/96]6.
After you have entered your personal code, the driver's door
will unlock.
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To erase your personal code:
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Enter the original permanent code.
[CF43700(ALL)01/96]2.
Press the 1/2 button within five seconds of step #1.
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Wait six seconds.
[CF43900(ALL)01/96]4.
The keyless entry system automatically erases your personal
code. The system will now only respond to the permanent
code.
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Do not set a code that presents the numbers in sequential order,
such as 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/0. Studies show that people who
idly press the buttons usually press a sequential pattern. Also,
do not select a code that uses the same button five times.
Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes.
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Unlocking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
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You must unlock the driver's door before you unlock any of the
other doors. If you let more than five seconds pass between
pressing numbers, the system shuts down and you have to
enter the code again. The system has shut down if the keypad
light is out. If the keyless entry system does not work properly,
use the key or Remote Entry transmitter(s) to lock and unlock
the doors or liftgate until the system can be serviced.
[CF44300(ALL)01/96]1.
To unlock the driver's door, enter the code. All codes have 5
numbers. After you press the fifth number, the driver's door
unlocks.
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Controls and Features
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[CF44400(ALL)01/96]2.
To unlock the passenger's door, sliding door and liftgate,
press 3/4 within five seconds of step #1, or re-enter the code
to open the driver's door then press 3/4.
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Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
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Along with unlocking your doors, you can use the keyless entry
system to lock the doors.
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To lock all of the doors at the same time, press the 7/8 and 9/0
buttons at the same time. It is not necessary to first enter the
keypad code. This will also arm your Ford anti-theft system.
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Battery Saver
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When the ignition switch is turned to OFF, the vehicle will turn
off battery voltage to the interior lamps after 45 minutes. (The
exterior lamps are not affected.) The purpose is to minimize
extended battery drain if the lights have inadvertently been left
on or if a door or the glove box is not completely closed.
However, the timer will be immediately reset to another 45
minutes if any of the following occurs:
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any door is open or closed
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the front door handle is lifted (for Illuminated Entry only)
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taking the key IN or OUT of the ignition switch
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the Keyless Entry keypad is used
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the Remote Entry transmitter is activated
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Remote Entry System (If equipped)
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If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you can lock and
unlock the vehicle doors without using a key. The remote entry
system also has a personal alarm feature. The buttons that
control the system are located on the hand held transmitter that
come with your vehicle.
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