1996 Ford Windstar Owner's Manual - Page 250

After you drive through the standing water, apply your brakes gently several times as your vehicle moves slowly to help dry the brakes. Rocking the Vehicle If your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you may rock it out. Shift in a steady rhythm between forward and reverse gears. At the same time, press lightly on the accelerator. If you are still stuck after a few minutes of rocking, call for a tow truck. NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control, make sure the system has been turned off before attempting to rock the vehicle. See Traction Control Off Light in the Lights and Gauges section of this guide for more information. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. This may overheat the engine, damage the transaxle, or damage the tires. Driving With a Heavy Load The Safety Compliance Certification Label, located on the driver's door pillar, provides important information regarding the weight limits your vehicle can safely carry or tow. The total weight of your vehicle, including the weight of the passengers and cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your vehicle carries on the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective axle. The load capacities of your vehicle's tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Using replacement tires with a higher weight limit than the originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR. Using lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations. 248