Safety Warning
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.
2003 Ford Windstar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Selector Lever Indicator Adjustment
- Remove the two screws and the instrument panel lower steering column opening cover.
- Remove the screws and the instrument panel opening cover reinforcement.
- Rotate the gearshift lever (7210) clockwise until it bottoms out (first gear), then rotate it counterclockwise two detents ((D) position).
- Hang a 1.4 kg (3 lb) weight on the gearshift lever.
- Rotate the thumbwheel to center the selector lever indicator in the middle of the (D) position.
- Remove the 1.4 kg (3 lb) weight.
- Rotate the gearshift lever into each detent to verify that the selector lever indicator matches the selected range. Readjust, if necessary.
- Install the instrument panel opening cover reinforcement.
- Install the instrument panel lower steering column opening cover.
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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.