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... converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Solid illumination after starting the...
... converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) A warning light may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Solid illumination after starting the...
Owner's Manual
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... stop the vehicle. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is turned to Fuel filler cap in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
... stop the vehicle. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is turned to Fuel filler cap in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Owner's Manual
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... temperature is not charging properly. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot. 12 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
... temperature is not charging properly. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot. 12 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Owner's Manual
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Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the transmission fluid and level. Refer to Transmission fluid in the Driving chapter. 82 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check the lamps as soon as ... RIGHT PARK LAMPS. Driver Controls LIFTGATE AJAR. TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Lights chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to Traction control in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. PARK BRAKE SET. Displayed when the...
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it cool. Check the transmission fluid and level. Refer to Transmission fluid in the Driving chapter. 82 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Check the lamps as soon as ... RIGHT PARK LAMPS. Driver Controls LIFTGATE AJAR. TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Lights chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to Traction control in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. PARK BRAKE SET. Displayed when the...
Owner's Manual
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... Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following...is disabled for approximately 30 seconds. Confirmation is not given for three seconds. 143 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The BeltMinder feature...after the safety belt warning light turns off.) • After step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off . (Approximately ...
... Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. The driver and front passenger BeltMinder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following...is disabled for approximately 30 seconds. Confirmation is not given for three seconds. 143 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The BeltMinder feature...after the safety belt warning light turns off.) • After step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off . (Approximately ...
Owner's Manual
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...lights illuminated. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without the brake pedal being depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. START, cranks the engine. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in the engine... and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 171 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
...lights illuminated. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without the brake pedal being depressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement, always set the parking brake. 4. START, cranks the engine. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in the engine... and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 171 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)...
Owner's Manual
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light may not illuminate. 173 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. If a light fails to 5 (START). 4 3 5 2 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
light may not illuminate. 173 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. If a light fails to 5 (START). 4 3 5 2 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
Owner's Manual
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... patch of ice • Changing lanes on when the engine is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in the Driver controls chapter. If the vehicle is started. Driving conditions which may be beneficial so the wheels 177 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English ...(fus) If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the TRAC OFF indicator light in this chapter) The AdvanceTrac system automatically turns on a snow-rutted road...
... patch of ice • Changing lanes on when the engine is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in the Driver controls chapter. If the vehicle is started. Driving conditions which may be beneficial so the wheels 177 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English ...(fus) If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the TRAC OFF indicator light in this chapter) The AdvanceTrac system automatically turns on a snow-rutted road...
Owner's Manual
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... extended period of time, the brake portion of the vehicle • The TRAC ACTIVE indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage.... Anti-lock braking is not on the brake pedal, you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. 178 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) You may experience the following: • A...normally during the cool-down . If your vehicle seems to lose engine power while driving in the pedal. • If the driving condition is severe and your vehicle's...
... extended period of time, the brake portion of the vehicle • The TRAC ACTIVE indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage.... Anti-lock braking is not on the brake pedal, you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. 178 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) You may experience the following: • A...normally during the cool-down . If your vehicle seems to lose engine power while driving in the pedal. • If the driving condition is severe and your vehicle's...
Owner's Manual
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...information, refer to spin, which may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Turn off . Press lightly on a flat surface at "parking speeds". This will allow the wheels to Traction Control (...by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in first gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving in place of the RSS; If necessary, try turning the Traction... while it may include reduced performance or a false activation. 182 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the...
...information, refer to spin, which may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Turn off . Press lightly on a flat surface at "parking speeds". This will allow the wheels to Traction Control (...by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in first gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving in place of the RSS; If necessary, try turning the Traction... while it may include reduced performance or a false activation. 182 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not rock the vehicle if the...
Owner's Manual
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... snow, ice and large accumulations of vehicle design performance. Driving through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for determining 184 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The park aid disable switch allows the driver to the rear bumper/fascia,...the sensing zone may be limited and your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on . Press the control to enabled every time the ignition is turned on the brake pedal. If your engine. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle sustains damage to disable...
... snow, ice and large accumulations of vehicle design performance. Driving through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for determining 184 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) The park aid disable switch allows the driver to the rear bumper/fascia,...the sensing zone may be limited and your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on . Press the control to enabled every time the ignition is turned on the brake pedal. If your engine. Water may also enter your engine's air intake and severely damage your vehicle sustains damage to disable...
Owner's Manual
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... the instructions included with heavy duty cooling fans, auxiliary transmission fluid cooler, an auxiliary engine oil cooler (4.2L engine only), heavy duty battery, trailer tow wiring (including fuses and relays to isolate the vehicle lighting circuitry from the trailer lighting) and a kit (in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a ...vehicle is partially prepped for additional information. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. 188 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... the instructions included with heavy duty cooling fans, auxiliary transmission fluid cooler, an auxiliary engine oil cooler (4.2L engine only), heavy duty battery, trailer tow wiring (including fuses and relays to isolate the vehicle lighting circuitry from the trailer lighting) and a kit (in the scheduled maintenance guide. • Do not tow a ...vehicle is partially prepped for additional information. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. 188 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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..., as long as you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to the "level indicator". If possible, however, try to...electrolyte level. Therefore, do not use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. If the electrolyte level in each cell up to come near the battery, always... injury. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. Always provide proper ventilation. 241 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Keep the electrolyte level in the battery...
..., as long as you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to the "level indicator". If possible, however, try to...electrolyte level. Therefore, do not use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. If the electrolyte level in each cell up to come near the battery, always... injury. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. Always provide proper ventilation. 241 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Keep the electrolyte level in the battery...
Owner's Manual
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Studies indicate that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. 251 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified ... using a fuel for your vehicle. Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. It can cause your engine sometimes knocks lightly. Do not be concerned if your vehicle's emission control system to the fuel system. Aftermarket products could cause damage to deteriorate more pronounced. Many...
Studies indicate that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. 251 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not use "Regular" unleaded gasoline with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualified ... using a fuel for your vehicle. Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. It can cause your engine sometimes knocks lightly. Do not be concerned if your vehicle's emission control system to the fuel system. Aftermarket products could cause damage to deteriorate more pronounced. Many...
Owner's Manual
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... the 256 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in performance and durability. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should...
... the 256 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in performance and durability. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should...
Owner's Manual
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...cap may not have your vehicle. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is required. Temporary malfunctions may be corrected by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is complete. 257 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) Readiness for I /M) testing In some localities, it may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light is on -board diagnostics system is necessary as described ...
...cap may not have your vehicle. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is required. Temporary malfunctions may be corrected by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is complete. 257 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English... (fus) Readiness for I /M) testing In some localities, it may cause your Check engine/Service engine soon light is on -board diagnostics system is necessary as described ...
Owner's Manual
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... and meets or exceeds Ford's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. In addition, each accessory is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to be warranted for ... Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Front end covers Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Splash guards Interior style Cell phone holders Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 287 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (...
... and meets or exceeds Ford's rigorous engineering and safety specifications. In addition, each accessory is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to be warranted for ... Exterior style Bug shields Deflectors Front end covers Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Splash guards Interior style Cell phone holders Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats 287 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (...
Owner's Manual
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... maintenance-free ...241 replacement, specifications ...277 servicing ...241 BeltMinder ...140 Brakes ...175 anti-lock ...175 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...175 fluid, checking and adding ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...278 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 lubricant specifications ..279, 281 parking ...176 shift... in rear seat ...161 tether anchorage hardware ...164 Cigar lighter Power Point ...64 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...230 instrument panel ...232 interior ...232 interior trim ...232 289 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... maintenance-free ...241 replacement, specifications ...277 servicing ...241 BeltMinder ...140 Brakes ...175 anti-lock ...175 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...175 fluid, checking and adding ...258 fluid, refill capacities ...278 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 lubricant specifications ..279, 281 parking ...176 shift... in rear seat ...161 tether anchorage hardware ...164 Cigar lighter Power Point ...64 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...230 instrument panel ...232 interior ...232 interior trim ...232 289 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...47-49 replacing bulbs ...49-53 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...47 Liftgate ...85, 89, 95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...175 Load limits ...184 Locks autolock ...99 childproof ...... ...100 292 side view mirrors (power) ...67 Motorcraft parts ...252, 277 O Octane rating ...251 Oil (see Engine oil) ...238 Overdrive ...180 P Parking brake ...176 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...277 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...... ...195 Remote entry system ...94 illuminated entry ...45, 97-98 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
...47-49 replacing bulbs ...49-53 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...47 Liftgate ...85, 89, 95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...175 Load limits ...184 Locks autolock ...99 childproof ...... ...100 292 side view mirrors (power) ...67 Motorcraft parts ...252, 277 O Octane rating ...251 Oil (see Engine oil) ...238 Overdrive ...180 P Parking brake ...176 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...277 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...... ...195 Remote entry system ...94 illuminated entry ...45, 97-98 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5th Printing
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... warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 5,000 Miles: ❑ Adjust clutch by lifting pedal. (manual transmission .... and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. parking brake for wear and function. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. engine oil fluid level. see Owner's Guide). and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). cooling system fluid level and coolant ...
... warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for All Vehicles Check Check Check Check Check function of all interior and exterior lights. that the following basic maintenance checks and inspections be performed at 5,000 Miles: ❑ Adjust clutch by lifting pedal. (manual transmission .... and lubricate upper and lower sliding door tracks, if equipped. parking brake for wear and function. and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. engine oil fluid level. see Owner's Guide). and lubricate all wiper blades (replace blades as necessary). cooling system fluid level and coolant ...