1997 FORD WINDSTAR wiper fluid

Controls and Features
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[CF19100(ALL)01/96]1.
Make sure the two front doors are securely closed.
[CF19200(ALL)01/96]2.
Insert the key into the ignition and turn first to the ON
position (the gauges on the instrument panel willnot
illuminate) and then back to the OFF position. Remove the
key and within 30 seconds:
[CF19300(ALL)01/96]3.
Press and hold the washer button on the end of the turn
signal lever.
[CF19400(ALL)01/96]4.
Within two seconds, put the key back in the ignition and
turn to the ON position.
[CF19500(ALL)01/96]5.
Hold the washer button down until a long (two second) tone
is heard. Release the button while the tone is active.
[CF19600(ALL)01/96]6.
After the long tone, a confirmation sequence will be heard.
One beep indicates the feature is inactive. Two beeps
indicates the feature is active.
[CF19700(ALL)01/96]
Repeat this procedure any time you want to cancel or reactivate
the Speed Dependent feature.
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[CF19800(ALL)01/96]
Windshield Washer
[CF19900(ALL)01/96]
To clean the windshield, push in the washer button on the end
of the turn signal lever. For a constant spray, push and hold the
button. If the windshield wipers are off, one momentary push
results in one wipe and a longer push in three wipes and
activation of washer fluid. If the windshield wipers are in
interval mode a quick tap results in two wipe cycles and a
longer tap in three wipes and washer fluid activation.
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[CF20000(ALL)01/96]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid
container is empty and never activate the washers for more than
fifteen seconds continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[CF20100(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the defroster
before you use the washer fluid. In freezing weather, the
washer solution may freeze on the windshield and
obscure your vision.
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[CF20200(ALL)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid or replacing
your windshield wiper blades, seeWindshield washer fluid and
Wipersin the Index.
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[CF20300(ALL)01/96]
Gearshift Lever
[CF20400(ALL)01/96]
The gearshift lever on your vehicle is mounted on the steering
column. On the end of the gearshift lever is the Overdrive
On/Off button and the OVERDRIVE OFF lamp. For additional
information about the gearshift lever and the Overdrive On/Off
button, see theDrivingchapter.
[CF20500(ALL)01/96]
13-1/2 pica
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The gearshift lever
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Transaxle
automatic operation................. 228
fluid, checking and adding (automatic)........ 298
lubricant specifications................ 335
Transaxle control switch................ 231
Transmitter (see Remote entry)............. 139
Trip odometer..................... 22
Turn signal
indicator lights.................. 17,102
lever........................ 102
U
Used engine oil, disposal............288, 295, 300
V
Vanity mirror..................... 120
Variable interval wipers................ 104
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).......... 343
Vehicle loading
calculating the load................. 236
understanding loading information.......... 245
Vehicle storage.................... 336
Ventilating your vehicle (see Climate control)....... 81
Viscosity (see Engine oil)................ 286
Visor (see Sunvisor).................. 120
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge)........... 15
W
Warning chimes
headlamps on.................... 97
safety belt...................... 12
Warning lights (see Lights)................ 7
Warranties....................... 3
basic......................... 3
Canada....................... 3
radio......................... 80
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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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