1996 Ford Windstar Owner's Manual - Page 59

Removing the Key From the Ignition LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key from the ignition. The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft, because it also locks the steering wheel and the gearshift lever when the key is removed. If your key is stuck in the LOCK position, and you are unable to turn it, move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. To remove your key from the ignition: 1. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park). 2. Set the parking brake fully. 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK. 4. Remove the key. RWARNING When you leave your vehicle, place the gearshift lever in Park (P). Set the parking brake fully, and shut off the engine. Never park your vehicle in Neutral (N). If you do not take these precautions, your vehicle may move suddenly and injure someone. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Further, on hot, sunny days, temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possibly fatal injuries to people as well as animals. 56