beautypg.com

Roadside emergencies – FORD 1999 Windstar User Manual

Page 182

background image

9. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub.
Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered.

10. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.

11. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown.

12. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench
away in the proper stowage
locations.

13. If using a mini-spare tire, turn
off the traction control switch (if
equipped) (located on the left hand
side of the radio).

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or

vehicle damage.

Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic
converter.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and
clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability.

Preparing your vehicle

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.

1

4

3

5

2

Roadside emergencies

182