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... and Specifications chapter. Refer to check the bulb. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic 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 make sure the bulb works. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ...
... and Specifications chapter. Refer to check the bulb. If any light remains on after the engine is occurring which could damage the catalytic 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 make sure the bulb works. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ...
Owner's Manual
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... may cause the Check engine warning light to illuminate when ignition is illuminated. Have the vehicle checked by your servicing dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be properly installed. A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2004 Freestar (win) Owners...
... may cause the Check engine warning light to illuminate when ignition is illuminated. Have the vehicle checked by your servicing dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be properly installed. A significant decrease in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 11 2004 Freestar (win) Owners...
Owner's Manual
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... 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) USA English (fus) Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the...
... 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) USA English (fus) Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the...
Owner's Manual
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...tire warning in this chapter). Low tire warning: Illuminates when the low tire warning system is disengaged. 13 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turns off light (if OFF equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Control has been disabled (by the driver or as a ...result of a system failure). If the light remains on while driving, the tire pressure should be checked, refer to Fuel gauge in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. ...
...tire warning in this chapter). Low tire warning: Illuminates when the low tire warning system is disengaged. 13 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Turns off light (if OFF equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Control has been disabled (by the driver or as a ...result of a system failure). If the light remains on while driving, the tire pressure should be checked, refer to Fuel gauge in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. ...
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Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . Instrument Cluster Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. • Without Message ... or the liftgate is open. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn /tail lamps bulb has burned out. • Without Message Center 14 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. If the indicators stay on . Instrument Cluster Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. • Without Message ... or the liftgate is open. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn /tail lamps bulb has burned out. • Without Message Center 14 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...on your vehicle are properly aimed at this height (a piece of your headlamps should be checked by a 0.5 mm circle on the headlamp lens. 3. Turn on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters ...(25 feet) from the center of masking tape works well). Lights Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel ... domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 46 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Measure the height from ...
...on your vehicle are properly aimed at this height (a piece of your headlamps should be checked by a 0.5 mm circle on the headlamp lens. 3. Turn on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters ...(25 feet) from the center of masking tape works well). Lights Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel ... domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 46 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Measure the height from ...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the control is moved to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. Headlamp bulbs must be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. Lights Dome lamps (if equipped) The front dome lamp is ... off immediately after the door is closed. If any other door has been opened . BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all . The dome lamp will only come on if the panel dimmer control is opened from... passenger seats. The dome lamp will provide quality bulb burn time. 49 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
.... If the control is moved to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. Headlamp bulbs must be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control. Lights Dome lamps (if equipped) The front dome lamp is ... off immediately after the door is closed. If any other door has been opened . BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all . The dome lamp will only come on if the panel dimmer control is opened from... passenger seats. The dome lamp will provide quality bulb burn time. 49 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Driving chapter. 82 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to Transmission fluid in the Lights chapter. Displayed when the manual park brake is not completely closed. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp...
... when towing heavy loads or when driving in the Driving chapter. 82 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Refer to Transmission fluid in the Lights chapter. Displayed when the manual park brake is not completely closed. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp...
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... lamps will illuminate. 2. Ensure that the the transaxle is in Park. 87 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Release the ...performance allow the power system to power open. To power close the PLG and turn off the interior lights. Ensure the Power Door Lockout Control is unlocked, using the key fob or power door unlock. Press ...release the control on the liftgate handle to engage the power assist feature. If a single chime is heard, check to be sure that the Power Door Lockout Switch is ON. 2. Press this control twice within three seconds...
... lamps will illuminate. 2. Ensure that the the transaxle is in Park. 87 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Release the ...performance allow the power system to power open. To power close the PLG and turn off the interior lights. Ensure the Power Door Lockout Control is unlocked, using the key fob or power door unlock. Press ...release the control on the liftgate handle to engage the power assist feature. If a single chime is heard, check to be sure that the Power Door Lockout Switch is ON. 2. Press this control twice within three seconds...
Owner's Manual
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...the speed control. If you can return to speed control by the TRAC OFF indicator light in deep sand, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may activate AdvanceTrac include: • ... lanes on when the engine is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the TRAC OFF indicator light in R (Reverse). When driving conditions permit, you are operating the speed control system ... Vehicle equipped with a message center will experience better overall vehicle traction, and have CHECK ADVANCETRAC shown in the Driver controls chapter. AdvanceTrac system status is deactivated. The AdvanceTrac ...
...the speed control. If you can return to speed control by the TRAC OFF indicator light in deep sand, switching off the AdvanceTrac system may activate AdvanceTrac include: • ... lanes on when the engine is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the TRAC OFF indicator light in R (Reverse). When driving conditions permit, you are operating the speed control system ... Vehicle equipped with a message center will experience better overall vehicle traction, and have CHECK ADVANCETRAC shown in the Driver controls chapter. AdvanceTrac system status is deactivated. The AdvanceTrac ...
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...AdvanceTrac event 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) When the brakes have exceeded their ... apply higher brake forces. The occurrence of the vehicle • The TRAC ACTIVE indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle seems to spin. Driving are normal during AdvanceTrac ...that at least some of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. The speaker vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac sensors located in any road conditions can...
...AdvanceTrac event 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) When the brakes have exceeded their ... apply higher brake forces. The occurrence of the vehicle • The TRAC ACTIVE indicator light will illuminate • If your vehicle seems to spin. Driving are normal during AdvanceTrac ...that at least some of the brake pedal when the AdvanceTrac performs a system self-check. The speaker vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac sensors located in any road conditions can...
Owner's Manual
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...the battery, as long as you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If possible, however, try to come near the battery, always shield... brand meeting Ford specifications) for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. If your eyes. You can cause personal injury. Also, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. Always provide proper ventilation. 241 2004 Freestar (win) ...
...the battery, as long as you do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to only fill the battery cells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. If possible, however, try to come near the battery, always shield... brand meeting Ford specifications) for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. If your eyes. You can cause personal injury. Also, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. Always provide proper ventilation. 241 2004 Freestar (win) ...
Owner's Manual
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...window sticker Every new vehicle should be your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running out of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your guide ... SYSTEM Your vehicle is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of fuel. 255 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications •...; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. The EPA window sticker...
...window sticker Every new vehicle should be your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running out of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your guide ... SYSTEM Your vehicle is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of fuel. 255 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications •...; Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. The EPA window sticker...
Owner's Manual
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...complete emission warranty information. Information about your vehicle's emission system is not working . The OBD-II system also assists the 256 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in performance .... Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of your vehicle and to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are not permitted...
...complete emission warranty information. Information about your vehicle's emission system is not working . The OBD-II system also assists the 256 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in performance .... Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of your vehicle and to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in dry grass or other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are not permitted...
Owner's Manual
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...cycle. Maintenance and Specifications service technician in properly servicing your Check engine/Service engine soon light is on -board diagnostics system. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is complete. 257 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English ...(fus) When the Check engine/Service engine soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. After three driving cycles ...
...cycle. Maintenance and Specifications service technician in properly servicing your Check engine/Service engine soon light is on -board diagnostics system. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle is complete. 257 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English ...(fus) When the Check engine/Service engine soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. After three driving cycles ...
Owner's Manual
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...often adjusted during oil change service) • Inflating a low tire will not clear the Low Tire Warning indicator light. If the light remains on while driving, check the tire pressure refer to tire deflation. The low tire warning system may not detect an under-inflated tire ...is designed to "Changing the tires" in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. The low tire warning indicator light will clear the light. 262 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or...
...often adjusted during oil change service) • Inflating a low tire will not clear the Low Tire Warning indicator light. If the light remains on while driving, check the tire pressure refer to tire deflation. The low tire warning system may not detect an under-inflated tire ...is designed to "Changing the tires" in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. The low tire warning indicator light will clear the light. 262 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or...
Owner's Manual
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... AND RESET" is displayed in each individual speed range. Reset without driving the vehicle for three seconds. The low tire warning indicator light will become functional in each speed range as soon as gravel, snow or slush. • Using tire chains • Initial tire ...following conditions: • Uneven tread wear. • Driving on the message center until "TIRE RESET" or "CHECK TIRE AND RESET" is displayed, press and hold the button for at least 0.5 mile (0.8 km) at speeds greater than 10 miles. 263 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
... AND RESET" is displayed in each individual speed range. Reset without driving the vehicle for three seconds. The low tire warning indicator light will become functional in each speed range as soon as gravel, snow or slush. • Using tire chains • Initial tire ...following conditions: • Uneven tread wear. • Driving on the message center until "TIRE RESET" or "CHECK TIRE AND RESET" is displayed, press and hold the button for at least 0.5 mile (0.8 km) at speeds greater than 10 miles. 263 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... and Rim Association (T&RA), that is an example of height to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare, at least monthly and before...size and other important information located on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of a digital or ...than this example. 1. Here are strongly urged to wear abnormally. Ford recommends the use of the tire in inches. Maintenance and Specifications Information...vehicle may be different than a stick type tire pressure gauge. 269 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...
... and Rim Association (T&RA), that is an example of height to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare, at least monthly and before...size and other important information located on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. 2. 145: Indicates the nominal width of a digital or ...than this example. 1. Here are strongly urged to wear abnormally. Ford recommends the use of the tire in inches. Maintenance and Specifications Information...vehicle may be different than a stick type tire pressure gauge. 269 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ...
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... battery ...214 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 interlock ...179 Bulbs ...49 C... ...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)
... battery ...214 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 interlock ...179 Bulbs ...49 C... ...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)
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... 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 ...89 Lumbar support, seats ...111 M Message center ...76-77 english/metric button ...79 system check button ...80 warning messages ...80 Mirrors ...56, 66 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...66 fold ... liftgate ...85, 95 Power mirrors ...67 Power Point Cigar lighter ...64 Power steering ...179 fluid, checking and adding ...258 fluid, refill capacity ...278 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 Power Windows ...65 R...
... 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 ...89 Lumbar support, seats ...111 M Message center ...76-77 english/metric button ...79 system check button ...80 warning messages ...80 Mirrors ...56, 66 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...66 fold ... liftgate ...85, 95 Power mirrors ...67 Power Point Cigar lighter ...64 Power steering ...179 fluid, checking and adding ...258 fluid, refill capacity ...278 fluid, specifications ...279, 281 Power Windows ...65 R...