1998 FORD WINDSTAR lock

Controls and Features
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Turning On the Heat
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Heat will not be available until the engine has been running for
sufficient time as indicated by the engine coolant temperature
gauge.
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To heat the inside of your vehicle:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toR(FLOOR). Outside
air is drawn in and directed into the passenger compartment
through the floor outlets. Small quantities of air are also
directed to the defrost and side window demist outlets.
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Turn the Temperature Control Knob toward the WARM
(red) area.
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Turn the Fan Speed Knob to the speed of your choice. When
your vehicle warms up, you may want to set the Fan Speed
Knob to a lower speed, or adjust the Temperature Control
Knob to a lower setting to maintain a comfortable
temperature.
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To defrost the windshield and side windows:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toV(DEFROST), turn the
Temperature Control Knob to the WARM (red) area and turn
the Fan Speed Knob to the position of your choice.
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To heat and defrost at the same time:
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Turn the Function Selector Knob toP
(DEFROST/FLOOR),turn the Temperature Control Knob and
the Fan Speed Knob to provide the temperature and fan
speed you prefer.
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Do not place objects under the front seats unless your vehicle is
equipped with an under seat storage tray. Improperly stored
objects will interfere with the flow of air to the back seats.
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Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the area below the
windshield on the outside of your vehicle. They could block the
air intake.
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Clock Controls on Electronic Radios
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The electronic radios have a built-in clock. For complete
operating instructions, refer to theElectronic Sound Systems
chapter of this Owner Guide.
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Radio Antenna
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The fixed radio antenna is mounted on the front fender on the
passenger's side of the vehicle.
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Cupholders
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The front seat cupholders are located with the ashtray. To access
the cupholders, pull open the ashtray drawer which is located
to the right of the steering column, above the compact disc and
cassette storage console.
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As you close the ashtray drawer, the cupholders will
automatically fold back into place.
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Your vehicle also has rear seat cupholders built into the side
panels.
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NOTE: Do not place heavy objects in the cupholders.
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The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to
give you easy access to the controls while you are driving.
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Ignition
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Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
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The ignition positions
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ACCESSORY allows you to operate some of your vehicle's
electrical accessories while the engine is not running. For
example, you can use ACCESSORY to turn on the radio or
windshield wipers without starting the engine.
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LOCK locks the steering wheel and the gearshift lever.
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OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories
without locking the steering wheel, or the gearshift lever.
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ON allows you to test your vehicle's warning lights to make
sure they work before you start the engine. The key returns to
the ON position once the engine is started and remains in this
position while the engine runs.
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START cranks the engine. Release the key once the engine starts
so that you don't damage the starter. The key should return to
the ON position when you release it. The START position also
allows you to test the brake warning light.
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Removing the Key From the Ignition
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LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key
from the ignition. The LOCK feature helps to protect your
vehicle from theft, because it also locks the steering wheel and
the gearshift lever when the key is removed.
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If your key is stuck in the LOCK position, and you are unable
to turn it, move your steering wheel left or right until the key
turns freely.
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To remove your key from the ignition:
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Maintain firm pressure on the service brake and set parking
brake fully. (This will avoid ªbindingº or ªloadingº the
powertrain, which may result in an objectionable noise
during park disengagement.)
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Put the gearshift lever in P (Park).
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Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
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Remove the key.
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RWARNING
When you leave your vehicle, set the parking brake fully,
place the gearshift lever in P (Park), and shut off the
engine. Never park your vehicle in N (Neutral). If you do
not take these precautions, your vehicle may move
suddenly and injure someone.
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Controls and Features
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To change the position of the steering column:
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Make sure your vehicle is stopped.
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Pull the tilt release lever on the column toward you.
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Tilt the steering wheel up or down until you find the best
position for you.
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Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
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Be sure the steering wheel is locked in place. It can only be
adjusted to specific positions. Do not adjust the steering wheel
while the vehicle is in motion.
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Speed Control (If equipped)
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The speed control switches on the steering wheel
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Controls and Features
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The inside sliding door handle
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To close the door, pull the handle toward the front of the
vehicle and slide the door. Be sure it is fully closed.
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To open the sliding door from outside the vehicle, unlock the
door then unlatch the sliding door by pulling the handle
straight out and sliding the door back.
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The outside sliding door handle
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Memory Lock
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If you lock your doors with the power lock switch or the
remote transmitter while the sliding door is open, the door will
automatically lock after it is closed.
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Childproof Lock for the Sliding Door
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Your vehicle has a childproof lock for the sliding door. If you
set the childproof lock, the sliding door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle.
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This lock will keep children from opening the door from the
inside; the door can still be opened from the outside if the door
is unlocked.
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Childproof lock location
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To set the childproof lock:
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Open the sliding door.
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Find the childproof lock lever below the label.
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Push the lever to the up position.
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