1997 FORD WINDSTAR lock

Maintenance and Care
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[MC36700(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
art:0050177-A
Taillamp lens removal
[MC36800(ALL)01/96]4.
Grasp lens along liftgate opening edge and pull straight
rearward until snap attachment releases.
[MC36900(ALL)01/96]5.
Remove bulb and socket by twisting to unlock and pulling
straight out.
[MC37000(ALL)01/96]6.
Remove bulb from socket by pulling straight out from
socket.
[MC37100(ALL)01/96]
To install a taillamp bulb:
[MC37200(ALL)01/96]1.
Insert new bulb into socket by pushing bulb until it is locked
in position.
[MC37300(ALL)01/96]2.
Install socket into lamp by aligning socket to lamp and
turning clockwise until locked in place.
[MC37400(ALL)01/96]3.
Align pins along liftgate edge with holes in body and snap
attachment into retainer.
[MC37500(ALL)01/96]4.
Rock lens around on outer edge and snap in second snap
attachment.
[MC37600(ALL)01/96]5.
Replace two screws along top edge of lens.
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Customer Assistance
%*
[HS00205(ALL)05/96]
Roadside Assistance
*
[HS00210(ALL)11/95]
Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week
hotline with trained operators who put you in touch with the
help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle.
This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your
warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km),
whichever comes first. To purchase Roadside Assistance
coverages beyond this period (available through Ford Auto Club
in the United States or Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers in
Canada), contact your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
Additional Roadside Assistance coverage is unavailable in
Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
*
[HS00215(ALL)06/94]
Roadside Assistance will cover the following:
*
[HS00220(ALL)06/94]
n
Mount your spare if you have a flat tire.
*
[HS00225(ALL)06/94]
n
Jump-start your battery if it is dead.
*
[HS00230(ALL)06/94]
n
Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out.
*
[HS00235(ALL)06/94]
n
Bring you fuel if you run out.
*
[HS00240(ALL)06/94]
n
Tow your vehicle if you are stranded. Even non-warranty
related tows, like accidents or getting stuck in mud or snow,
are covered (some exclusions apply, such as impound towing
and repossession).
*
[HS00245(ALL)06/94]
How to use Roadside Assistance
*
[HS00250(ALL)06/94]
Your Roadside Assistance identification card can be found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in your glove compartment. Complete
the card and place it in your wallet for quick reference.
*
[HS00255(ALL)04/95]
To receive roadside assistance in the United States call
1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
*
[HS00260(ALL)04/95]
Should you need to arrange for roadside assistance yourself,
Ford Motor Company will reimburse the reasonable cost. To
obtain information about reimbursement call 1-800-241-FORD (in
Canada call 1-800-665-2006).
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Accessories
[AC00500(ALL)12/93]
Ford Accessories for Your Windstar
[AC00600(ALL)11/93]
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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[AC00700(ALL)01/93]
Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
*
[AC00800(ALL)06/93]
Comfort and Convenience
[AC00900(ALL)04/95]
Engine Block Heater (Standard in Canada)
Remote Keyless Entry
*
[AC01000(ALL)01/93]
Protection and Appearance Equipment
[AC01100(ALL)04/95]
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
367
A
ABS warning light (see Anti-lock brake system)...... 12
Accessory position on the ignition............ 100
Additives, engine oil.................. 286
Air bag supplemental restraint system
and child safety seats..............181, 200
description...................180, 182
disposal...................... 186
driver air bag..................180, 182
indicator light..................... 17
operation...................... 182
passenger air bag.................. 182
proper seating................... 181
service and information labels............ 182
tone generator................... 186
wearing safety belts................. 180
Air cleaner filter, location............... 283
Air conditioning, manual heating and
air conditioning system.............. 83
Alarm, activating remote personal............ 141
Alcohol, in fuel.................... 314
Aluminum wheels................... 265
Antenna, radio (see Electronic sound system)...... 41,99
Antifreeze (see Engine coolant)............. 292
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description..................... 223
noise........................ 223
see also Brake.................... 223
warning light..................... 12
Anti-theft lug nuts and key............... 266
Anti-theft system
arming the system.................. 145
description..................... 144
disarming an untriggered system........... 146
disarming a triggered system............. 146
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Anti-theft system (continued)
triggering...................144, 146
warning light..................... 39
Appeals (see Dispute settlement board)......... 344
Assistance (see Customer assistance).......... 341
Audio system (see Electronic sound system)........ 41
Autolamp system (see Headlamps)........... 115
Autolock (see Keyless entry).............. 143
Automatic transaxle
driving with.................... 228
fluid, adding..................298±299
fluid, checking................... 298
fluid, refill capacities................ 334
fluid, specification.................. 335
B
Backing up...................... 230
Basic vehicle warranty.................. 3
Battery
acid, treating emergencies............273, 301
battery saver.................... 139
charging system warning light............. 15
how to service................... 300
jumping a disabled battery.............. 272
maintenance-free.................. 300
proper disposal, recycling.............. 301
servicing...................... 300
when storing your vehicle.............. 338
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Index
Brake fluid...................... 289
brake warning light.................. 11
checking and adding................ 289
description..................... 289
specifications..................289, 335
Brakelamp, bulb replacement.............. 324
Brakes
adjustment..................... 223
anti-lock...................... 223
anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light....... 12
applying the brakes................. 225
brake warning light.................. 11
fluid, checking and adding.............. 289
fluid, refill capacities................ 289
fluid, specifications...............289, 335
front disc...................... 223
if brakes do not grip well.............. 225
lubricant specifications................ 335
master cylinder................... 289
new brake linings................... 4
noise......................223, 225
parking...................... 226
power braking................... 223
servicing....................225, 289
stopping distances................225, 242
when storing your vehicle.............. 338
Brake-shift interlock.................. 229
Break-in period..................... 4
Brights (high beams)................... 18
Built-in child seat, operation.............. 188
Bulbs, replacing
headlamps..................... 322
specifications.................... 328
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C
Canada, customer assistance.............. 349
Canada, warranty information.............. 3
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) . . . 349
Capacities for refilling fluids.............. 334
Carbon monoxide in exhaust.............. 220
Cargo net....................... 134
Car seats for children (see Child safety seats)...... 200
Cassette tape player (see Electronic
sound system)............. 54,58,71,75
Catalytic converter.................. 318
CD player (see Electronic sound system).......... 47
Chains, tires..................... 308
Changing a tire.................... 259
Charging system warning light.............. 15
Childproof locks.................... 122
Child safety restraints................. 186
built-in child seat.................. 188
child safety belts.................. 199
child safety seats.................. 200
Child safety seats
and air bags..................181, 200
attaching with tether straps............. 211
automatic locking mode (retractor).......... 200
built-in child seat.................. 188
in front seat..................181, 200
in rear outboard seat................ 200
in rear seat..................... 200
tether anchorage hardware.............. 211
Chime
headlamps on.................... 97
safety belt...................... 12
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Index
Cleaning your vehicle................. 329
CD player and discs.................. 51
chrome and aluminum parts............. 330
exterior....................... 329
exterior lamps................... 331
fabric....................... 332
headlamps..................... 331
instrument panel.................81,330
instrument panel lens................ 331
interior....................... 332
interior lamps.................... 331
plastic parts.................... 330
polishing...................... 329
rustproofing.................... 330
safety belts..................... 330
tail lamps..................... 331
upholstery and interior trim............. 332
washing...................... 329
waxing....................... 329
wheels....................... 332
Climate control system
air conditioning.................... 81
heating........................ 81
Clock...................... 47,62,77
Cold engine starting.................. 218
Combination lap and shoulder belts........... 170
Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system) . . . 42, 47
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound system)..... 42
Console, description.................. 131
Controls, mirrors................... 129
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding................ 292
drain and flush................... 296
preparing for storage................ 338
proper solution................... 294
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