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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
WINDSTAR SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specifications/Procedures | |
|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | ||
| Service | GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut | ||
| Front | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Battery | GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Brakes | ||
| Bleeding Sequence | BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM | |
| Disc Brakes | DISC & DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drum Brakes | DISC & DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Charging | ||
| Generator | GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Drive Belts | ||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | |
| Belt Routing | WINDSTAR | |
| Engine Cooling | ||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 14-18 psi (1.0-1.3 kg/cm2 ) | |
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT | |
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP | |
| Engine Mechanical | ||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | |
| Oil Pressure | (HOT 2500 rpm) 40-125 psi (276-862 kPa) | |
| Overhaul | GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | |
| Flywheel/Flex Plate Torque | 59 Ft. Lbs. (80 N.m) | |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | Left rear, near fuel tank, clamped in bracket along fuel line. | |
| Fuel Filter R&I | FUEL FILTER REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - WINDSTAR | |
| Pressure Release Procedure | FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE | |
| Pressure Specification | FUEL PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE | |
| Ignition | ||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | |
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE | |
| Ignition Wires (Routing) | SPARK PLUG WIRE ROUTING (3.8L) | |
| Spark Plugs | ||
| Type | Original spark plug: Motorcraft AWSF-42EG/AWSF-42E Service spark plug: Motorcraft AWSF-42EE |
|
| Gap | .052-.056 In. (1.32-1.42 mm) | |
| Torque | 11 Ft. Lbs. (15 N.m) | |
| Starting | ||
| Starter | STARTER MOTOR SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel Alignment | ||
| Adjustment Specifications | ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Wheel & Tire | ||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 100 Ft. Lbs. (135 N.m) | |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.