2004 FORD FREESTAR air conditioning

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 15
Entertainment Systems 18
AM/FM stereo 18
AM/FM stereo with CD 20
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 26
Climate Controls 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 32
Rear window defroster 41
Lights 42
Headlamps 42
Turn signal control 46
Bulb replacement 48
Driver Controls 52
Windshield wiper/washer control 52
Steering wheel adjustment 53
Power windows 63
Mirrors 64
Speed control 66
Message center 75
2004 Windstar(win)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
2.Air flow selections:Controls
the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief
description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to
cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
vents.
O (OFF):Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes air through the floor vents.
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can
be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
3.
RRear defrost:Press to defrost the rear window. Refer toRear
Window Defrostfor more information. The same button will activate
both Rear Defrost and Heated Mirrors.
4.
Recirculated air:Used to manually enable or disable
recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin
thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the
vehicle when used with A/C. May also help reduce undesired outside
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Engages automatically
with MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any mode except Defrost.
Press to engage/disengage. To reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turn
recirculation off.
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Climate Controls
Climate Controls
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DUAL ZONE MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Air flow selections:Controls
the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief
description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to
cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only.
:Distributes air through the
instrument panel vents.
:Distributes air through the
instrument panel vents and the floor vents.
O (OFF):Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes air through the floor vents.
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can
be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
2. R
Rear fan speed control:Press to increase () or decrease
(
) the fan speed.
3.REAR:Press to activate the rear climate controls.
4.
REARRear temperature control:Press to increase or
decrease temperature in the rear of vehicle.
5.
RRear defrost:Press to defrost the rear window. Refer toRear
Window Defrostfor more information. The same button will activate
both Rear Defrost and Heated Mirrors (if equipped).
6.
Recirculated air:Used to manually enable or disable
recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin
thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the
vehicle when used with A/C. May also help reduce undesired outside
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Engages automatically
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ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.
Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
vents. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system
will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
2.Rear temperature control:Press to increase/decrease the
temperature in the rear of the vehicle.
3.Passenger temperature control:Press to increase/decrease the
temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle.
4.
RRear defrost:Press to defrost the rear window. Refer toRear
Window Defrostfor more information. The same button will activate
both Rear Defrost and Heated Mirrors (if equipped).
5. R
Rear fan speed control:Press to increase () or decrease
(
) the fan speed.
6.
Recirculation control: Press to engage/disengage. Used to
manually enable or disable recirculated air operation. When activated,
recirculates air in the cabin thereby reducing the amount of time to cool
down the interior of the vehicle. May also help reduce undesired odors
from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Engages automatically with
AUTO or can be engaged manually in any mode except Defrost. To
reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turn recirculation off.
7.A/C control:Press to turn on and manually control the air
conditioning. Press again to disengage. Press AUTO for the system to
automatically control the temperature.
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7.:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and the
floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging.
8.
:Distributes air through the floor vents. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
9.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
ducts.
10.
:Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
11.Manual override controls:Allows you to manually select where
airflow is directed and the fan speed. To return to full automatic control,
press AUTO.
12.
Driver heated seat control:Press to heat the driver seat. Press
once to activate high heat. Press a second time to activate low heat.
Press a third time to deactivate.
13. F
Front fan speed control:Press to increase () or decrease
(
) the fan speed.
14.
Recirculation control:Used to manually enable or disable
recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin
thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the
vehicle when used with A/C. May also help reduce undesired outside
odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Engages automatically
with AUTO or can be engaged manually in any mode except Defrost.
Press to engage/disengage. To reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turn
recirculation off.
15.A/C control:): Press to manually engage/disengage the air
conditioning. May engage automatically in AUTO.
16.OFF:Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
17.Driver temperature control:Press to increase/decrease the
temperature to the driver in the front of the vehicle.
18.AUTO:Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the
desired temperature using the temperature control. When in AUTO
mode, the A/C light is illuminated no matter what the temperature
setting. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow
location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the
vehicle to reach the desired temperature.
19.REAR:Press to activate the rear climate controls.
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1. Turn the key to 4 (START)
without pressing the accelerator
pedal and release as soon as the
engine starts. The key will return to
3 (RUN).
2. When the engine starts, release
the key.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
Using the engine block heater (if equipped)
An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting
and heater/defroster performance. Use of an engine block heater is
strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach
-23° C (-10° F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least
three hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in the
night before starting the vehicle.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
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Driving
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F
Floor mats ...................................71
Fluid capacities .........................264
Fuel ............................................238
calculating fuel economy .......242
cap ...........................................240
capacity ...................................264
choosing the right fuel ...........240
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................245
detergent in fuel .....................241
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................238, 240, 242
filter, specifications ........242, 263
fuel pump shut-off switch .....185
improving fuel economy ........242
octane rating ...........241, 266–267
quality ......................................241
running out of fuel .................241
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................238
Fuses ..................................186–187
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ........................................71
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............240
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................242
Gauges .........................................15
H
Hazard flashers .........................185
Head restraints .................102, 106
Headlamps ...................................42
aiming ..................................44–45autolamp system .......................42
bulb specifications ....................48
daytime running lights .............42
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs .........................49
turning on and off ....................42
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system..................................32, 34
HomeLink universal
transceiver
(see Garage door opener) .........74
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................71
Hood ..........................................226
I
Ignition .......................163, 266–267
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................152
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................247
Instrument panel ........................61
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................44
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......203
K
Keyless entry system .................96
autolock .....................................94
Keys .............................................99
positions of the ignition .........163
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Index
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