1998 Ford Windstar Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 71

Controls and Features The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. Illustrations are provided for the major parts of the instrument panel that are explained in this chapter. Some items shown may not be on all vehicles. The controls for the climate control systems, headlamps, dim switch, rear window defogger, fog lamps, power rear quarter windows, Traction Control, clock/radio and the rear window washer and wiper are all on the instrument panel. Your vehicle is designed with innovative and state-of-the-art features. Understanding how these features work can make driving your vehicle more comfortable. NOTE: Any cleaner or polish that increases the gloss (shine) of the upper part of the instrument panel should be avoided. The dull finish in this area is to help protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Climate Control Systems Your vehicle is equipped with a control assembly designed to handle either a combination A/C-Heater System or a Heater-Only System. Main Heater Systems are standard equipment. Main A/C-Heater Systems, and Main and Rear A/C-Heater Systems are optional. If your vehicle has a rear system, the front control will be equipped with a rear fan control knob plus another fan speed control knob which is installed in the rear. Instrument Panel Registers There are four registers in the instrument panel. Each of these registers contain a louver assembly which can be manually adjusted to direct airflow UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT. Each register in the instrument panel also has a thumbwheel that allows you to open or close each register. The defroster outlets are located on the top of the instrument panel while the floor 71