Starting - Ford Windstar Owner's Manual

Fuel-Injected Engines
Since your vehicle has a fuel-injected engine, the most
important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the
accelerator while cranking the engine to start. Only use the
accelerator when you have problems getting your vehicle
started.
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other
enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine.
Before you start your vehicle, always:
Make sure you and all your passengers buckle your safety
1.
belts. See Safety belts in the Index for more details.
Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned
2.
off when starting.
Make sure that the gearshift lever is in Park (P) and the
3.
parking brake is set before you turn the key.
Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights
on the instrument cluster to make sure that they work. Refer to
the Instrumentation chapter.
Starting the Engine
To start the engine:
Follow the steps under Preparing to Start Your Vehicle.
1.
Keep your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key
2.
to ON.
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