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Popular 1997 Ford Windstar Manual Pages
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 14
...Pump and Associated Parts • Spark Control Components • Spark Plugs and Ignition Wires • Synchronizer Assembly • Throttle Air Control Bypass Valve • Turbocharger Assembly • TWC Air Control Valve • Volume Air Flow Sensor (1) Flex Fuel Vehicle only. • Fuel Filler Cap and Neck Restrictor • Fuel Injection System • Fuel Injector Supply Manifold...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 17
... emission standards and warranty regulations.) The California Air resources Board and Ford are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1997-model vehicle. is registered in California, as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, catalytic converter and the engine computer. Also included may include such parts as indicated on the Vehicle Emissions...
Warranty Guide 1st Printing - Page 21
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Concerning parts that are used with components on a certain recommended maintenance schedule. Important Information about the specific parts that is for up to 7 years/70,000 Miles) Engine Size Part Name Catalytic Converter Exhaust Manifold - connectors, gasoline fuel lines and wiring harnesses that should be replaced on the List of covered...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 18
...'s oil level. (See "Checking and Adding
Engine Oil" in the ON position and any door or the liftgate is turned to ON or START, and should be injured. However, if your nearest dealer for further service. Do not operate the engine if the light is low, it could affect the oil pressure. Contact your engine's oil level is on level ground.
4. Door Ajar Warning Light
If the ignition switch...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 19
... the Controls and Features chapter of this Owner Guide. The light illuminates for approximately six seconds when the ignition is turned to the ON position to verify that the Air Bag system is working. If the light fails to illuminate, flashes continuously, or remains on, have the air bag system serviced as soon as possible. The turn signal indicator lights
17 6
Instrumentation
The door ajar...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 140
...Controls and Features
2. Locking the Doors with the Keyless Entry System
Along with your Ford anti-theft system. Battery Saver
When the ignition switch is activated
Remote Entry System (If equipped)
If your vehicle has the remote entry system, you can use the keyless entry system to minimize extended battery drain if the lights have inadvertently been left on or if a door or the glove box...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 146
... glow steadily.
4. The hood must be closed , and then goes out. The
alarm indicator light will start flashing
to remind you to show the alarm is designed to arm the system.
2. Press the remote entry transmitter LOCK button or use the
keyless entry system by using the power door lock switch. Close all of the doors. 3. The alarm indicator light will remain on...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 287
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for the engine oil to drain back into position, making sure the gearshift is fully seated.
287 Set the parking brake, making
sure it is securely
latched in P (Park).
3. Protect yourself from engine heat. 4. Wipe the dipstick clean and put fuel in your engine. The engine oil and oil filter must ...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 296
... at least five minutes of idling or at least one mile (1 km) of driving. 296 Keep an engine coolant in all engine and heater system hoses for leaks if you have to add engine coolant more than once a month, or you have to the procedure in which you should replace it run until the power steering fluid
reaches normal operating temperature.
The power steering fluid will not freeze at...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 297
... wheel back and
forth several times. The power steering fluid cap
5. Check the fluid level in small
amounts, continuously checking the level, until the fluid is low, add fluid in the power steering fluid reservoir. If the power steering fluid is between the minimum (MIN) and maximum (MAX) lines on the fluid container).
297 Maintenance and Care
2.
Use only power steering fluid...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 298
... level at high speeds or in the P (Park) position, fully set the parking brake and leave the engine running.
298
However, if necessary, you must check the power steering fluid when it has been pulling a trailer, the engine should be checked. If you can damage the power steering pump. This can check the fluid level without having to drive 20 miles (30 km) to obtain a normal operating...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 318
... essential to the life and performance of fuel. s Use your individual driving habits, optional equipment, such as air conditioning, can also reduce fuel economy. s Avoid running out of your Maintenance Schedule booklet
performed according to the specified schedule. s Never turn off the ignition while your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which enables your vehicle to your...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 364
... light...operation ...passenger air bag ...proper seating ...service and information labels ...tone generator ...wearing safety belts ...Air cleaner filter, location ...Air conditioning, manual heating and air conditioning system ...Alarm, activating remote personal...Alcohol, in fuel ...Aluminum wheels ...Antenna, radio (see also Brake...warning light ...Anti-theft lug nuts and key...Anti-theft...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 369
Defrost rear window ...windshield ...Dipstick ...automatic transaxle fluid...engine oil ...Disabled vehicle (see Engine coolant) refill capacities ...specifications ...temperature gauge ...warnings ...Cooling fan ...Cupholder(s) ...Customer Assistance Center, Customer Assistance Centre,
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Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 376
... light system ...dome lamps ...flashing the lamps...fog lamps ...hazard flashers ...headlamps ...high beams ...illuminated entry system ...illuminated mirrors ...instrument panel, dimming...interior lamps...map lamps ...trailer ...Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) Lap belts ...Liftgate ...Lights, warning and indicator air bag ...anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...anti-theft ...brake ...charging...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 377
...Maintenance (see servicing)...Master cylinder, brakes ...Methanol in fuel ...Mileage, calculating fuel economy...Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror ...118, dual electric remote control ...heated ...rearview ...3 279 289 314 316 122 130 131 129
380 Lights, warning and indicator (continued) check engine ...door ajar ...hazard warning light ...high beam ...low fuel ...low washer fluid ...oil...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 379
......child ...infant ...Roadside assistance ...Roadside emergencies ...Roof rack ...Rotating the tires ...
...186, ...
382 Rear climate control system ...Rearview mirror...Rear window ...defroster ...washer ...washer reservoir ...Refill capacities for fluids ...Relays ...Remote entry system ...illuminated entry ...locking/unlocking doors ...panic alarm ...replacement/additional transmitters.
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 381
... to start your vehicle ...starting a cold engine ...starting your vehicle precautions when servicing ...servicing when you tow ...Shift-lock system ...Shift positions (see Gearshift) ...Shoulder and lap belts (see Safety restraints) . . Servicing your vehicle if the battery is disabled Steering, power ...Steering wheel horn ...locking...tilting ...Storage compartments ...cargo net ...center...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 384
... fluid ...rear window reservoir ...reservoir ...warning light ...windshield ...Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR) ...Wheel bearings lubricant specifications Wheel dollies (see Towing) ...Wheels anti-theft lugnuts ...cleaning ...covers ...inspection and maintenance ...Windows ...manual windows, operating ...power windows, operating ...Windshield, washing ...Windshield washer fluid and wipers . checking...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 32
... on low maintenance (auxiliary and replacement) batteries.
u Check the brake fluid level.
32 Owner Maintenance Checks
u Check the power steering fluid level. u Check air pressure in spare tire.
u Check the lap-shoulder belts for worn tires and loose wheel lug
nuts. u Check the air conditioning system before the
warm weather season. At Least Once a Year:
u Clean body and door...
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