2002 FORD WINDSTAR brake sensor

²Door sensor
²Liftgate sensor
²Exterior lamps
²Traction control
²Washer fluid
²Brake Fluid
²Compass
²Outside temperature
Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a
regular basis.
Compass display (if equipped)
The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large
buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic
or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect
compass accuracy.
Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will
correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual
calibration may be necessary. Refer toCompass zone/calibration
adjustment.
Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that
varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four
degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the
vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this
error. Refer toCompass zone/calibration adjustment.
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and
high voltage lines.
For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air
conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.
1. Turn ignition to the ON position.
2. Start the engine.
Driver Controls
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These retractors should be replaced if they were used in any accident in
which the front airbags deploy. If the safety belt assemblies are not
replaced, there may be increased risk of injury in the event of a
subsequent collision.
Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt
assembly under the above conditions could result in severe
personal injuries in the event of a collision.
AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module
which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the
event of a collision this module may save information related to the
collision including information about the air bag system and impact
severity. This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle
and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further
improve the safety of future vehicles.
The air bag supplemental restraint system is designed to work in
conjunction with the safety belts to help protect the driver and front
outboard passenger from certain upper body injuries. The term
ªsupplemental restraintº means the air bags are intended as a
supplement to the safety belts. Air bags alone cannot protect as well as
air bags plus safety belts in impacts for which the air bags are designed
to deploy, and air bags do not offer any protection in crashes for which
they do not deploy.
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Seating and Safety Restraints
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Push the button on the end of the
parking brake and push the handle
down as far as possible to release
the brake. Driving with the parking
brake on will cause the brakes to
wear out quickly and reduce fuel
economy.
TRACTION CONTROLY(IF EQUIPPED)
Traction Controlyhelps the driver maintain the stability and steerability
of the vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery and/or hilly road
surfaces. The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin.
The system borrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements
already present in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).
Wheel-speed sensors allow excess front wheel spin to be detected by the
Traction Controlyportion of the ABS computer. The system limits front
wheel spin by automatically applying and releasing the front brakes in
conjunction with engine torque reductions. Engine torque reduction is
realized via the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems. This
process is very sensitive to driving conditions and very fast acting. The
front wheels ªsearchº for optimum traction several times a second and
adjustments are made accordingly.
The Traction Controlysystem will assist you in making better use of
available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid which
makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and ice covered
roads.
During Traction Controlyoperation, TRACTION CONTROL OK is
displayed on the message center (if equipped). You may hear an electric
motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the
engine will not ªrev-upº when you push further on the accelerator. This
is normal system behavior.
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If you should become stuck in snow
or on a very slippery road surface,
try switching the Traction Controly
system off with the traction control
switch located on the left hand side
of the radio. This may allow excess
wheel spin to ªdigº the vehicle out
or enable a successful ªrockingº
maneuver.
If the Traction Controlysystem is
cycled excessively, the brake portion of the system will shut down to
prevent the front brakes from overheating. A limited Traction Controly
function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from
over-spinning. When the front brakes have cooled down, the system will
again function normally. Anti-lock braking is not affected by this
condition and will function normally during the cool down period.
If a system fault is detected, CHECK TRACTION CONTROL is displayed
on the message center, the ªT/C OFFº warning indicator lamp is on and
your vehicle should be serviced.
AdvanceTracYStability Enhancement System (if equipped)
The AdvanceTracysystem helps the driver maintain the stability and
steer-ability of the vehicle. The system integrates anti-lock braking
system (ABS) and Traction Controlywith other vehicle systems to
further enhance the stability of the vehicle. The system shares many of
the electronic and mechanical elements already present in the Traction
Controlyand ABS systems.
AdvanceTracyconstantly monitors the vehicle motion relative to the
driver's intended course. This is done by using added sensors that
compare the steering inputs from the driver with the actual motion of
the vehicle. When there is a discrepancy between the driver's inputs and
the vehicle motion, AdvanceTracychanges the force at each tire to help
control the vehicle. If the vehicle begins to rotate excessively left or
right, spin out, or slide sideways, the system will attempt to correct the
excessive motion. If the vehicle does not respond to steering inputs, the
system will attempt to increase the turning response of the vehicle.
AdvanceTracyenhances stability during maneuvers that require all
available tire traction to control the vehicle. The system uses ABS and
Traction Controly(including control of the engine) as well as its more
advanced controls to enhance vehicle stability. The benefits of the
T/C
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AdvanceTracysystem are most noticeable when driving in wet/snowy/icy
road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. In an
emergency lane-change, the driver will experience better overall control
of the vehicle.
Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTracyinclude:
²taking a turn too fast
²evasively maneuvering to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle
²hitting a patch of ice
²changing lanes on a snow-rutted road
²entering a snow-covered side street from a snow-free road
²entering a gravel road from a paved road
²driving on slick surfaces
The AdvanceTracysystem is always ON when the engine is running.
The system does not work when the vehicle is traveling backwards. In
reverse, ABS and Traction Controlywill continue to function.
If you are operating the speed control system and road conditions
change causing the AdvanceTracyto activate, the AdvanceTracywill
disengage speed control. When driving conditions permit you can return
to speed control by pressing ªRESUMEº, refer toªSpeed Controlº
section in theDriver controlschapter.
The AdvanceTracyon/off control
button allows the driver to control
the availability of the Traction
Controlyand AdvanceTracy
system. This is independent of the
ABS function, which canNOTbe
switched off by the driver.
The AdvanceTracysystem status is
indicated by a ªTRAC ACTIVEº
indicator light in the instrument
cluster that will illuminate when the system is active. If a failure is
detected, the ªTRAC OFFº indicator light will stay ON, vehicles with a
message center (if equipped) will also display the warning ªCHECK
ADVANCETRACº , have the system serviced immediately.
The AdvanceTracysystem continually monitors and checks all sensors
used in improving the stability of the vehicle. Some drivers may notice a
slight movement of the brake pedal when the system checks itself.
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The reverse sensing system is
automatically enabled when the gear
selector is placed in R (Reverse)
and the ignition is ON. A reverse
sensing control allows the driver to
disable the reverse sensing system
only when the ignition is ON, and
the gear selector is in R (Reverse).
The OFF indicator remains
illuminated when the system is
disabled. The system defaults to ON
every time the reverse gear is selected. Press the control to disable or
enable the system.
The indicator will remain illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse
sensing system.
Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) free
from dirt, snow and ice (do not clean the sensors with sharp
objects). These elements may cause the system to operate
inaccurately.
If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is
unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition
system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your
engine's air intake and severely damage your engine.
If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop
the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by
moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake
pedal.
Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is
submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause
internal transmission damage.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
3 15A LH Power Mirror Motor, RH
Power Mirror Motor, Adjustable
Pedal Motor, Memory Module (if
equipped)
4 Ð Not Used
5 20A Console Power Point
6 15A Radio, Compact Disc Changer,
Remote Keyless Entry Module,
PSD (Power Sliding Door) Module
RH and LH, Rear Seat Radio
Controller (if equipped), Rear
Seat Entertainment Module (if
equipped)
7 15A Left Rear Turn Lamp, Right
Backup Lamp, Right Stop Lamp,
Right Rear Park Lamp, Right
License Lamp, Left License Lamp,
LH Backup Lamp
8 20A Rear Electronic Module (RHF/RH
Sliding/LH Sliding/Liftgate Door
Lock Motors, Aux. Air Blend Door
Motor, Aux. Air Mode Door
Motor)
9 10A Cluster, Powertrain Control
Module Relay (coil)
10 15A Heated Backlite Relay (coil),
Speed Control Module, ABS
Module or IVD Module, Heat Seat
Switch (RH/LH) (if equipped),
Heated Seat Module (RH/LH) (if
equipped), Cluster, Front Temp
Blend Door Actuator, Brake Shift
Interlock Solenoid, Powertrain
Control Module, Power Sliding
Door Module RH and LH, Reverse
Sensing System, Front A/C
Control Head, Steering Wheel
Angle Sensor (if equipped)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
11 15A Electric Brake Controller, Brake
Shift Interlock Solenoid, Rear
Electronic Module
12 20A Center High-Mount Stop Lamp
13 10A Right Rear Turn Lamp, Left Stop
Lamp, Left Rear Park Lamp
14 10A Autolamp Sensor, Transmission
Overdrive Cancel Switch, Front
Electronic Module, Compass
Module, Electrochromatic Mirror,
Power Sliding Door Overhead
Console Switch
15 20A Console Power Point
16 10A Cluster
17 20A Cigar Lighter/Powerpoint, Datalink
Connector
18 15A LH Quarter Window Motor, RH
Quarter Window Motor, RH
Window Switch Backlighting, RH
Lock Switch Backlighting, Master
Control Switch (LH) Backlighting,
Radio, Video Cassette Player,
Liquid Crystal Display, Front
Electronic Module
19 10A Starter Interrupt Relay (coil)
20 Ð Not Used
21 Ð Not Used
22 10A LH Heated Mirror, RH Heated
Mirror
23 20A Body Powerpoint, Auxiliary
Blower Relay #1 and #2 Coils
24 Ð Not Used
25 10A Radio (Anti-theft)
Roadside Emergencies
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