1998 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 281

methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades, and windshield washer system. RWARNING Windshield washer fluid contains methanol which is poisonous. When adding windshield washer solution, be sure to observe all warnings indicated on the washer solution container. Engine Coolant Checking the Engine Coolant Your vehicle's engine coolant protects the engine from overheating in the summer and from freezing in the winter. Check the level of the engine coolant at least once a month, but preferably each time you stop for fuel. Simply check the coolant reservoir, located in the engine compartment. The coolant should stay slightly above the "FULL COLD" mark. Adding Engine Coolant RWARNING Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid. If sprayed to clean the glass, engine coolant or antifreeze could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 282