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Ford Windstar SEL

The Ford Windstar SEL was a second generation Windstar model manufactured by Ford Motor Company from 1999 to 2003. Some of the features of this vehicle are adjustable head restraints and an LCD screen.

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Why does your Windstar power steering squeal so much when you turn?

Answer

The drive belt is loose.

In this case, it's the 'serpentine', aka accessory drive belt.

See "Related Questions" below for more about replacing them

What does it mean when you get a code p0713 on a 2000 ford windstar sel?

Trouble code P0713 means:Transmission fluid temperature sensor circuit high input

How do you trace an electrical short in an auto?

its rarely easy without diagrams but the only advice i can give is either to start at the power source (battery) and follow it to the faulty device until you find the short somewhere in between the two or sometimes its easier to fallow the fault from the devise back to the power source this might sound over simplistic but the fault has to be between the two points power---------------------device but always remember it could be a negative(earth)problem as easily as a positive power problem hope you can find the fault

What if the DIN removal tools won't work?

Often its the end of the world!!!!!!!!!!:d

You make sure you have the correct DIN removal tool for that vehicle. If that doesn't work, then you take the vehicle to someone who knows what he is doing.

How do you reset the ABS traction control codes?

Answer

Bringto shop that has an ABS scanner to determine problem and/or reset

Wow, taking it to a shop would have never crossed my mind! The guy is a freaking Einstein! Put that guy on Jeopardy! Bringto is not a word, genius!

Unplugging the battery or having a shop erase the ABS code will only come back on when you start it up again. If you have mechanical abilities, purchase an Actron Brake Scanner CP9449 (mine was $120), check the code and fix it yourself. After a repair, the computer will run a self check and reset the light and code. If the light is still on, you still have a problem. Note: the CP9449 is not capable of resetting codes.

Where is the outside temperature sensor located on a Ford Windstar SEL?

under the front bumper on the passenger side very easy to get at. looks like a cone that the dr looks in your ear with

When the check light is on why would the overdrive light come on and blink?

Have your TRS (transmission range sensor) checked out. I had the same problem. Took it to a mechanic where he diagnosed everything and then changed out the sensor = $150.24 (sensor was $51.99, rest was diagnisis & labor.

Why would your 96 lumina's low trac light come on at during low speed turns?

I am assuming this is a traction control warning light. Some vehicles have yaw and roll sensors. If the sensor is bad and is returning a faulty voltage value to the module (probably the body control module) that monitors those sensors, the light will come on.

What does the ABS Trac Off mean?

It means that the traction control system is disabled. If you accelerate from a stop in slippery conditions, the tires will continue to spin uncontrolled. The system usually resets after turning the car off. The antilock system cannot be disabled, so the brakes will be unaffected.

Can we replace the Captain seats with a bench in the 2000 Ford Windstar sel?

Swapping the seats is possible.

When you remove one of the captains chairs, you'll note there is another set of seat latch hooks in the floor - those are positioned for the bench style.

My 2001 came with the bench-style captains chairs with the built-in console - I always wanted to trade with someone who had individual captains chairs... Happen to have gray leather seats? ;)

Where do you get explanations for Ford error codes you have 2 codes PO171 and PO174 what do they regard?

Here is a link to what I had found doing a google search. http://www.aa1car.com/library/ford_lean_codes.htm Hope this helps. Check with AutoZone retailer in your region.

See "Related Questions" below for much more about this very serious. but somewhat easily fixed, problem with 1999-2003 Windstar 3.8l engines.

Includes links to very detailed instructions on what the fix(es) are.

Why do valves noisey when going up hills and at about 40 mph but at no othertime on a ford windstar?

This is pinging. Caused by cheap fuel, carbon buildup, or engine out of time. Purchase some Seafoam Cleaner at most parts stores and put one can in a full tank of fuel. Repeat if needed. You may also need to inject some through a vacuum intake to remove carbon. Follow the directions on the can.

Why does your Ford Windstar power seat not work?

Here's a few suspects:

# Switch has failed # Fuse failed # Motor under the seat has failed # Wiring to the seat is broken See "Related Questions" below

How many grease fittings are on a 2003 ford windstar?

each tie rod end and lower ball joint if they have be replaced

How do you reset the change oil message on a 2005 Mercury Mountaineer?

on the dash there should be three buttons info, setup and reset one of those you press a few times and should show reset oil

First turn the key to the run position (dash lights on and gauges on) you do not have to start the car. Now look for the "info" button. Push the info button until you see "push set for system check". Then push the "set" button After you push "set" you will see the oil life setting. Mine was at 0% life remaining. Now push the "set" button for 5 to 10 seconds until you hear a beep. Then the oil life will show 100%. Start the car and the oil change warning should be off. If not just retry the procedure. Where i made my mistake was in not holding the set button down long enough. Both the info and set button are in the center of the dash near the radio.

What does trac mean on 1997 town country trac off?

Answer

Sounds like your looking at the traction control switch or if that's the indicator light, someone has pressed the button to turn off automatic traction control. Unfortunately I don't know where that particular button is.


Not sure where it is on a '97 but on an '04 it is located on the steering column top right. Chances are on a '97 it is somewhere on the dash panel. I'm surprised it doesn't reset to off when you shut off and then restart the car.

How to remove the dash to fix a temperature blend door problem on a 1996-1999 Ford Taurus - Mercury Sable?

AnswerThe temp blend door is not controlled by cable or vacuum. It is electric.

I'd bet the farm that you have one of two problems.

  • Either the heater core is stopped up due to rust in the cooling system, or
  • There is a problem with the blend door/blend door actuator.

Either case, the dash has got to come out to fix. How big is the job? For somebody like me who has removed hundreds of those dashes, I can have it out in 45 minutes. Somebody who has never had one out, it could take all day.

  • Disconnect the battery and wait five minutes to power down the airbags.
  • Pull the steering column out.(make sure you lock the column and index the steering shaft, so you do not put it back together 360 degrees out and damage your airbag clockspring).
  • Remove the trim down both windshield pillars, both ends of the dash, and kick panels.
  • Remove the big trim piece running across the top of the dash below the windshield. There are three 7mm screws across the top of the dash, remove them.
  • There are two 13mm bolts on each end of the dash under the end trim panels, remove them.
  • Tug on the dash and see if there is any more bolts in the middle, but that should be it.
  • Get some help, because as you pull the dash away from the firewall, there will be some electrical connectors at both ends you will have to disconnect as they become visible. There may also be one or two connectors in the middle.

Here is something you may want to know to help you figure out what is wrong. There is not just one temp blend door in the box, but there are two that work together. One of them is called a secondary stratification door. Ford has had so much trouble with that secondary door warping and binding against the other door, causing heat and AC problems, that they have revised a new door to replace the old one. The part number is 3F1Z-19D842-AA just in case you get somebody at the Ford parts counter who doesn't have a clue.

Exterior rear view mirror is broken but only the glass where can get a replacement for it but dont want to change the whole system just the glass your Toyota Highlander is year 2003 with heated glass?

I was able to order one at the local Toyota dealership... just the glass insert. They gave me the wrong side so I haven't poped it in yet, but it was only $50. To replace the whole side mirror I was quoted $450.

AnswerTry Hudsonglass.com in Peekskill NY. They have many mirrors in stock. Glass only. call 800-431-2964.

Another choice, try to find from "http://www.jawaindustries.com/products_mirror_glass.html" to see if they have the same model of mirror glass