2000 FORD WINDSTAR Restraint

Front passenger seating position
1. Position the child safety seat on
the passenger seat cushion.
2. Route the child safety seat tether
strap over the back of the seat.
3. Grasp the tether strap and
position it to the seat frame.
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4. Rotate the tether strap.
5. Clip the tether strap to the seat
frame.
If the tether strap is clipped
incorrectly (as shown) the child
safety seat may not be retained
properly in the event of a
collision.
6. Rotate the tether strap clip.
7. Refer to the instructions in this
section underInstalling child
safety seats in cinch tongue
combination lap and shoulder belt
seating positionsto secure the
child safety seat.
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8. Tighten the child safety seat
tether strap according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
Rear seating positions
Follow steps 1±8 as described above for the following available seats:
²2nd row bucket
²2nd row bench
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²3rd row bench
For additional important safety information on the proper use of
seatbelts, child seats and infant seats, please read the entireSeating
and safety restraintschapter in this owner's guide.
Attaching child safety seats with ISOFIX attachments
Some child seat manufacturers make safety seats that are labeled as
ISOFIX or ISOFIX compatible child seats. These seats include two rigid
or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at specific
seating positions in your vehicle. This type of child seat eliminates the
need to use seat belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child
seats, the tether strap must also be attached to proper tether anchor
point. For information on using tether straps with the child safety seats,
refer toAttaching safety seats with tether strapsin this chapter.
ISOFIX anchors have been provided
in your vehicle at the following
locations:
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The anchors at the center of the three-passenger seat are further apart
that the sets of ISOFIX anchors at other seating positions. A child seat
with rigid ISOFIX attachments cannot be installed at this seating
position. An ISOFIX-compatible child seat (with attachments on belt
webbing) can be used at this seating position. Do not attach a child seat
to any ISOFIX anchor if an adjacent child seat is attached to that anchor.
Do not attach a child seat to any ISOFIX anchor if an adjacent
child seat is attached to that anchor. In a crash, one anchor may
not be strong enough to hold two child seat attachments and may
break, causing serious injury or death.
The ISOFIX anchors are located at
the rear section of the seat cushion.
Follow the child seat manufacturer's
instructions to properly install safety
seats with ISOFIX or ISOFIX-
compatible attachments.
Attach the ISOFIX or
ISOFIX-compatible child
seat only to the appropriate
locations shown.
Once you have installed the ISOFIX
safety seat, assure that the seat is properly attached to the ISOFIX and
tether anchors. Also, test the safety seat before you place the child in it.
Tilt the seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to
see if the anchors hold the seat in place.
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If the safety seat in not anchored properly, the risk of a child
being injured in a collision greatly increases.
To properly install any child seat in the second or third row seats, first
set the seatback angle.
1. Pull up on the seatback recline control located on the side of the seat,
allowing the seatback to spring to its forward position.
2. Without touching the recline control, push the seatback rearward
until the recline control drops into position. (If the recline control is
pulled up during this step, the seatback will not be properly positioned.)
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PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This system
meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements
regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
A computer system controls the engine's idle revolutions per minute
(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have
the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than 10
minutes at the higher engine RPM.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and safety restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
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Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags
Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.
Remove fresh spots immediately. Follow the directions that come with
the cleaner. Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the seat mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate
the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a
collision.
Woodtone trim
Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution.
Inside windows
Use Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA) for the inside
windows if they become fogged.
Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts
Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for
cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no
nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident,
refer to theSafety belt maintenancesection in theSeating and safety
restraintschapter.
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