Ford Windstar (2003 year). Manual — part 13

3. Press the SET + control and
release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.

5. The indicator

light on the

instrument cluster will turn on.

Note:
• Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a

steep hill.

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you

may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below

your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

• If the vehicle speed decreases to 40 km/h (25 mph) or less, your

speed control will disengage

Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:
• Depress the brake pedal
Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

Resuming a set speed

Press the RES (resume) control and
release it. This will automatically
return the vehicle to the previously
set speed. The RES control will not
work if the vehicle speed is not
faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

Increasing speed while using speed control

There are three ways to set a higher
speed:
• Press and hold the SET + control

until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.

• Press and release the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function.

Each tap will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the

vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.

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Reducing speed while using speed control

There are three ways to reduce a
set speed:
• Press and hold the CST - control

until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.

• Press and release the CST -

control to operate the Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the
set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

• Depress the brake pedal until the

desired vehicle speed is reached,
press the SET + control.

Turning off speed control

There are two ways to turn off the speed control:
• Press the speed control OFF

control.

• Turn OFF the ignition.
Note: When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
• Utility compartment
• Compact disc changer (if equipped)
• Autovision威 Entertainment System (if equipped)

Autovision

姞 Entertainment System (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with an Autovision Entertainment System.
This system offers the rear passengers a VHS video cassette player, a
6.4” LCD video screen, video game inputs and is integrated into the
vehicle audio system. Refer to the Autovision Entertainment System User
Manual for operating instructions or call 1-877–848–6434 for product
assistance.

OFF

ON

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CELL PHONE USE

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly
important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,
safety cannot be compromised when using such equipment. It can
enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used,
particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when
using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these
benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular
phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications
systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to

avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

PREMIUM HANDS-FREE SYSTEM BY CELLPORT

姞 (IF EQUIPPED)

The Premium Hands-Free System by Cellport

威 allows for hands-free

voice-activated use of your wireless phone while in your vehicle.

The system consists of three components:
• A Universal Docking Station is located in the center console or

instrumentation area of your vehicle.

• A Pocket Adapter specific to your brand and model of wireless phone.
• Your wireless phone.
Place your wireless phone in the
Pocket Adapter. Dock the Pocket
Adapter in the Universal Docking
Station. For detailed instructions,
please refer to your Cellport

威

Owners Manual.

The system is integrated with your
vehicle’s audio system. You will hear
and control the volume of the person you are talking to through your
car’s audio system.

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Your voice is picked up through the
microphone mounted above the rear
view mirror allowing you to talk on
the phone. For detailed instructions
on microphone use, please refer to
your Cellport

威 Owners Manual.

The volume setting in your phone
will affect the volume through the
audio system. You may have to reset
the volume of your phone when
using the Premium Hands-Free
System.

Pocket Adapters may be obtained through your authorized dealership.

Check and obey the laws and regulations on the use of wireless
telephones in the areas where you drive.

Before driving, familiarize yourself with the operation and
location of the Premium Hands-Free System within your vehicle.

To avoid potential distraction and increased risk of injury or
accident, Ford recommends you do not use the phone while

driving.

Please pull off the road and park before making or answering a call.

To prevent damage to the antenna or your car, remove the cellular phone
antenna mast before using an automatic car wash.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)

To install floor mats that have a retention post:

Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post and rotate forward to
lock in. Make sure that the mat does
not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator or the brake pedal.
To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.

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