2002 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 266

Maintenance and Specifications To reset the system, turn the ignition to the ON position, press Tire Reset and hold the "TIRE RESET" switch (located on the instrument panel behind the left side of the steering wheel) for three seconds. The low tire warning indicator light will flash three times as the low tire warning system begins to initialize. The initial adjustment is completed after driving over 65 km/h (40 mph) for 15 to 20 minutes. This system may not function properly under the following conditions: • Uneven tread wear. • Driving on loose or low traction surfaces such as gravel, snow or slush. • Using tire chains • Initial tire pressures out of specified range. • Two or more under inflated tires. • Sudden loss of tire pressure. • Vehicle speeds less than 30 km/h (20 mph), greater than 120 km/h (70 mph) or driving duration less than 10 miles. • Transporting a heavy load or towing a trailer. • A different tire was replace and was not the same brand, type, size, speed rating, load carrying capacity and DOT code as the other tire on the same axle. The low tire warning feature can be turned off by your dealer. Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire rotation Because your vehicle's tires perform different jobs, they often wear differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotate 266