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Ford Windstar CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
procedures, fuel filter replacement directions, component location diagrams, air filter locations & replacement instructions, a/c
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks from 1990+
Automatic Temperature Control Systems Diagnosis & Testing -> Technical Service Bulletins -> Air Conditioning System Does Not Maintain Set Temperature -> Action -> Expedition & Navigator -> Issue
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS
Expedition & Navigator
Issue
The blower motor may stay on high after desired temperature is reached and/or the system does not maintain set temperature
Action
Check for proper connection of the in-car temperature sensor as follows:
- Cut a piece of 1.5x1.5 inch toilet or tissue paper (paper towel will not work).
- Turn ignition to On position, then turn fan speed to High.
- Select Panel or Vent mode, the...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Windstar (4ABS) -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
Refer to Figs. and for ABS wiring circuits when performing a thorough visual inspection of the anti-lock...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Gasoline Fuel Injected Engines Except Escape, Freestar, Mariner, Monterey, Villager, 2005-06 Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer, 2005-06 Expedition & Navigator & 2004-06 F150 & Mark LT
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS
The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.
The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
After the battery ...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Install -> Remove
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
Remove
- Remove front wheel cover/hub cover from wheel and tire assembly and loosen lug nuts.
- Raise vehicle on a frame contact hoist and remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Insert steel rod in brake rotor to prevent turning. Remove front axle wheel hub retaining nut and washer. Discard wheel hub retainer nut. It is a torque prevailing design and cannot be reused.
- Remove nut from ball joint-to-front wheel knuckle retaining bolt.
- Drive bolt out of front wheel knuckle using a punch and hammer.
- Remove front brake anti-lock sensor and position out of way.
- Separate ball joint from front wh...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Description
Vehicle: 2001 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS
The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor) system detects differences in inflation pressures in one or more tires. The system uses the ABS (Anti-Lock Brake system wheel speed sensors to...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove accessory drive belt.
- Remove alternator electrical connections.
- Remove alternator mounting bolts.
- Remove alterna...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1999-2003 Windstar & 2004-07 Freestar & Monterey
Vehicle: 2000 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the hood.
- Release the cabin air filter cover retaining snaps, then remove the cover. The cabin air filter cover is located on the ...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Low Fuel Level Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
When fuel level drops below a predetermined level, the CHECK GAUGE indicator should light. The CHECK GAUGE indicator shoul...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks from 1990+
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS
Lower
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp from water pump.
- Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump and from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to in...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2000 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1995 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Evaporative Emissions Diagram for 2003 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1996 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
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Document: FUEL ECONOMY - EXPECTATIONS VS ACTUAL - REV Vehicle: 1999 Ford Windstar 3.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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Document: FALSE PARKING AID WARNINGS - REVISED Vehicle: 2002 Ford Windstar 3.8 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Windstar AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Windstar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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