Ford 1998 Windstar, Owner'S Manual

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Starting
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NOTE: Your vehicle has an interlock that prevents you from
shifting out of P (Park) unless your foot is on the
brake pedal.
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If the engine still does not start after two attempts:
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Turn the key to the OFF position and wait about two
minutes.
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Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it.
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Turn the key to the START position.
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Release the key when the engine starts.
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Release the accelerator gradually as the engine speeds up.
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If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch
may have been activated. For directions on how to reset the
switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch in the index.
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A computer system controls the engine’s idle rpm. When you
start your vehicle, the engine’s idling rpm normally runs high.
These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle move slightly
faster than when the engine is at its normal warm engine idle
speed. It should, however, slow down when the vehicle warms
up. If it does not, have the idle rpm checked.
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WARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or
other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up
the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can
start a fire.
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Update:Mon Oct 7 11:45:28 1996