1996 Ford Windstar Owner's Manual - Page 160

NOTE: The flashing lights and honking horn will shut off automatically approximately two minutes and 45 seconds after the system is triggered. It will trigger again if another intrusion occurs. However, the starter circuit remains disabled until the system is disarmed. Liftgate Liftgate opening procedure 1. To open the liftgate, insert the door key into the lock and turn it clockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not release it) with the power door lock system. 2. Reach under the license plate light shield and release the liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward. 3. To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position, pull back and upward on the latch paddle handle under or behind the license plate shield. Opening the liftgate 158