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Installation and removal of the second and third passenger
bed and bench seat

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WARNING

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback
when the vehicle is moving.

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WARNING

Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor,
whether the seat is occupied or empty. If
not latched, the seat may cause injury
during a sudden stop.

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WARNING

Before using the seat, make sure that the
latch hooks are securely locked around the
floor pins.

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Aerostar

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Page 3: ...uges 73 Instrument Panel Controls 89 Steering Column Controls 109 Features 121 Electronic Sound Systems 149 Driving Your Aerostar 185 Roadside Emergencies 225 Customer Assistance 245 Reporting Safety...

Page 4: ...products and services must be our number one priority You are the focus of everything we do Our work must be done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition Continuou...

Page 5: ...o not know which information applies to your vehicle talk to your dealer This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for print...

Page 6: ...ting for the word that best describes the information you need If the word you chose is not listed think of other related words and look them up We have designed the Index so that you can find informa...

Page 7: ...s owner guide Buying a Ford Extended Service Plan If you bought your vehicle in the U S you can buy a Ford Extended Service Plan for your vehicle This optional contract provides service protection for...

Page 8: ...ion Number VIN Your Vehicle Identification Number VIN is the same as the warranty number that appears on your owner card You should include this number any time you write to Ford Motor Company about y...

Page 9: ...ion codes for additional vehicle data For further information about the Safety Compliance Certification Label and the information contained on it refer to the Index Federal Highway Administration Regu...

Page 10: ...in advance Apply the brakes gradually The break in period for new brake linings lasts for 100 miles 160 km of city driving or 1 000 miles 1 600 km of highway driving Wheel lug nuts must be retightene...

Page 11: ...le is exposed to chemical industrial fallout Paint damage resulting from fallout is not related to a defect in paint materials or workmanship and therefore is not covered by warranty Ford however beli...

Page 12: ...cle s exterior trim parts are plastic Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based c...

Page 13: ...st the knees are straight forward To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and Ga...

Page 14: ...ncrease the risk and or severity of injury in a collision RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision children should always ride with the seatback upright RWARNING Never drive or rid...

Page 15: ...just the seat to the position that suits you best Pull the combination lap shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest Be sure the belt is...

Page 16: ...a dual locking mode retractor on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap shoulder safety belt for the front seat outboard passenger and rear outboard passengers Dual locking mode retractors...

Page 17: ...y locking mode to the automatic locking mode perform the following steps 1 Buckle the lap shoulder combination belt 2 Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is...

Page 18: ...rear seats This should remain attached except when removing the rear seats The second row passenger side outboard seating position uses a hook above the sliding cargo door to stow the shoulder safety...

Page 19: ...seat safety belts for seat removal In order to remove the rear seat the safety belt must be disengaged from the seat To disengage the safety belt from the seat insert a key or small screwdriver into t...

Page 20: ...18 Disengaging safety belt for rear seat removal...

Page 21: ...19 Whenever a rear seat has been removed the tongue end of the detachable anchor must be correctly stowed See the following illustration Rear seat shoulder safety belt stowage with seat removed...

Page 22: ...you insert it into the detachable anchor A twisted safety belt may cause the retractor to not work properly Then insert the detachable anchor tongue into the detachable anchor until you hear a snap a...

Page 23: ...gue over your lap until it reaches the buckle If you need to shorten the belt pull on the loose end of the webbing until the belt fits snugly Unfastening the lap belts for the center front and center...

Page 24: ...pplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully exten...

Page 25: ...per operation is noted Cleaning the Safety Belts Clean the safety belts with any mild soap solution that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing because...

Page 26: ...detachable anchor until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Procedure to Correct a Twisted Safety Belt at the D Ring if so equipped Front and or Rear Outboard Seating Positions NOTE The restrai...

Page 27: ...25 1 Grasp the belt webbing at the D ring See Figure 2 2 Rotate and fold the belt webbing over itself as required to remove the twist 3 Feed the folded portion of the belt through the D ring...

Page 28: ...driver air bag is a Supplemental Restraint System SRS provided in addition to the driver lap shoulder belt and is designed to supplement the protection provided to a properly belted driver in moderat...

Page 29: ...e air bag when it inflates reduce the risk of harm in rollover side or rear impact collisions because an air bag is not designed to inflate in such situations reduce the risk of harm in frontal collis...

Page 30: ...fer to Ford s brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which can be obtained by calling Helm Inc at 1 800 782 4356 Ask for brochure FPS 8602 For additio...

Page 31: ...ar size and weight head on at about 28 mph 45 km h Because the system senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the ai...

Page 32: ...not touch them after inflation Inflated driver side air bag RWARNING If the air bag is inflated THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY If the air bag is not replaced the...

Page 33: ...icates that the system is operating normally NOTE Maintenance of the air bag system is not required A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the following the readiness light will eith...

Page 34: ...his generally includes children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 pounds 18 kg or less you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children Safety belts alone do not...

Page 35: ...en in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions RWARNING Carefully fo...

Page 36: ...of safety seat could cause injury by tipping over the front edge of the vehicle seat during a collision RWARNING The following instructions MUST BE FOLLOWED to reduce risk of injury from a safety sea...

Page 37: ...esigned to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap shoulder belt RWARNING If you do not properly secure the safety seat the child occupying the seat may be injured duri...

Page 38: ...eep the buckle release button pointing upward and away from the child seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button as shown in the following illustration Safety belt buckle place...

Page 39: ...p shoulder safety belt for the right front seat passenger and rear outboard passengers If you choose to install a child safety seat or infant carrier in these seating positions 1 Position the child se...

Page 40: ...ortions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions See Figure 2 Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted and insert the tongue into the buc...

Page 41: ...39 Buckling the belt...

Page 42: ...of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard At this time the retractor is in the automatic locking mode child seat restraint mode See Figure 4 Setting the ret...

Page 43: ...he shoulder webbing A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to remov...

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Page 45: ...tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place See Figure 7 Checking that the seat is secure 7 Double check that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Try to pull more be...

Page 46: ...lock mode allow seat belt to retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage RWARNING Carefully follo...

Page 47: ...ating position 3 Route the tongue and webbing through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating posi...

Page 48: ...trap anchor Ford recommends placement of tethered safety seats in a second row seating position with the tether strap installed to the tether anchoring point as shown in the instructions provided with...

Page 49: ...n on Installing Child Safety Seats Hook the tether strap around the webbing near the center of the shoulder portion of the lap shoulder belt 5 Tighten the tether strap Until floor mounted tether ancho...

Page 50: ...one year old or weighs less than 9 kilograms 20 pounds always use a rear facing infant or convertible seat because a child of that size is not sufficiently developed to withstand crash forces in a fro...

Page 51: ...in your child striking the vehicle s interior during a sudden stop or crash How to use the Built In Child Seat Read the following procedures and all of the labels on the Built In Child Seat before usi...

Page 52: ...50 Figure 1 2 Continue to unfold the child seat until it rests on the seat as shown in Figure 2 Figure 2...

Page 53: ...mall or too large for the child seat Refer to Figure 3 Figure 3 4 Pull up on the two black looped straps at the upper corners of the child seat to unsnap the cushion protector flap 5 Lower the seat cu...

Page 54: ...52 Figure 4 Figure 5 6 If connected squeeze the top and the bottom of the right half of the chest clip and pull to separate both halves...

Page 55: ...d 8 Insert either the left or right safety belt tongue into the single opening of the crotch belt buckle as shown in Figure 7 It does not matter which tongue is inserted first Then insert the other to...

Page 56: ...he child s chest The purpose of this clip is to position the shoulder belts correctly on the child s shoulders The clip can be easily pulled apart and is designed to pull apart during a collision The...

Page 57: ...on the adjustment belt Refer to Figure 9 Figure 9 Checking for securely latched buckle and locked retractor 11 If the shoulder belts are pulled too tight pull on the lap and shoulder belts cinch rele...

Page 58: ...ve the child Refer to Figure 6 To stow the built in child seat 1 Return the child seat cushion to the upright position and lift the protector flap toward the headrest 2 Fasten the snaps securely 3 Pul...

Page 59: ...any bending of the vehicle seatback or seat structure it should also be replaced Built in child seats not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper...

Page 60: ...icle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford recommends use of a belt positioning booster seat that...

Page 61: ...only belt Lap belts and the lap belt portion of lap and shoulder belts should always be worn snugly and below the hips touching the child s thighs RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a co...

Page 62: ...the engine is not running LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever LOCK is the only position that allows you to remove the key The LOCK feature helps to protect your vehicle from theft If you...

Page 63: ...the engine Release the key once the engine starts so that you do not damage the starter The key should return to ON when you release it The START position also allows you to test the brake warning li...

Page 64: ...ibly fatal injuries to people as well as animals Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime The buzzer or chime will sound if you open the driver s door while the key is in the ignition Never leave your vehicle una...

Page 65: ...the Index for more details 2 Make sure the headlamps and other accessories are turned off when starting 3 Make sure that the gearshift is in P Park and the parking brake is set before you turn the ke...

Page 66: ...econds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait approximately ten 10 seconds so you do not flood the engine then try again For a warm engine Do not hold the key in the START position for more than fi...

Page 67: ...ise ignition in the OFF position 4 Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral If the vehicle is shifted back to P Park you must repeat the previous steps 5 Start the vehicle If you need to shift out...

Page 68: ...t the switch see Fuel Pump Shut Off Switch later in this chapter A computer system controls the engine s idle speed When you start your vehicle the engine s idle speed normally runs high These faster...

Page 69: ...res reach 10 F 23 C or below An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the engine faster and allows the heater defrost system to respond quickly RWARNING To prev...

Page 70: ...off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt Once the shut off switch is triggered you must reset the switch by hand before you can...

Page 71: ...utton is already set you may have a different mechanical problem 4 Turn the ignition key to the ON position for a few seconds then turn it to the OFF position 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaki...

Page 72: ...t Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide although colorless and odorless is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have...

Page 73: ...ile you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm Also adjust the heating or air conditioning system to bring in outside air HEATING Set fan speed...

Page 74: ...illustrations on the following pages show the major parts of the instrument panel that are described in this chapter Some items shown may not be on all vehicles In your vehicle the warning lights and...

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Page 76: ...ng brake is not fully released or that the brake fluid level is low in the master cylinder reservoir If the fluid level is low the brake system should be checked by your dealer or a qualified service...

Page 77: ...egins to flash in a repeating flash sequence check the rear anti lock brake system continuous power fuse and brake lights for proper operation Rear anti lock warning light symbol RWARNING If the anti...

Page 78: ...ounds for 4 to 8 seconds If the safety belt is buckled while the light is on and the chime is sounding both the light and chime turn off If the safety belt is buckled before the ignition is turned to...

Page 79: ...omponents The light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition key to the ON position but it should turn off when the engine starts If the light does not come on when you turn the ignition to ON or i...

Page 80: ...al operating temperature On the fourth engine start up the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank It is not necessary to have the engine serviced Under certain...

Page 81: ...or if it comes on and stays on when you are driving have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible The 4WD light will go off after a few seconds and stay off if all systems are operating correctly If...

Page 82: ...ngine starts and the alternator begins to charge If the light stays on or comes on when the engine is running have the electrical system checked as soon as possible Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Ligh...

Page 83: ...electrical system checked as soon as it is safely possible If the battery is operating under cold weather conditions the pointer may indicate in the upper range of the NORMAL band while the battery i...

Page 84: ...as soon as safely possible 2 Shut off the engine immediately or severe engine damage could result 3 Check the engine s oil level following the instructions on checking and adding engine oil Refer to E...

Page 85: ...N position NOTE The chime will not sound when the autolamp has activated the shutoff delay Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank only when the ignition swi...

Page 86: ...ark into the Normal band as the engine coolant warms up It is acceptable for the pointer to fluctuate within the Normal band under normal driving conditions Under certain driving conditions such as he...

Page 87: ...he engine cool DO NOT REMOVE COOLANT SYSTEM FILL CAP UNTIL THE ENGINE IS COOL 4 Check the coolant level following the instructions on checking and adding coolant to your engine Refer to Engine coolant...

Page 88: ...stant if the size of the tires on the vehicle is changed Changing the conversion constant to the proper value when the tires are changed will also ensure that the speedometer retains the original fact...

Page 89: ...ter is a combination trip odometer and total odometer The total odometer is normally displayed To see the trip odometer press and release the SELECT button on the upper right side of the speedometer T...

Page 90: ...ess to the controls while you are driving The Turn Signal Lever You can use the turn signal lever on the left side of the steering column to operate the turn signals and cornering lamps turn the high...

Page 91: ...his condition corrected as soon as possible but make sure that you use the accepted hand signals in the meantime High Beams and Flashing the Lamps Headlamp high beam and flash to pass operation Windsh...

Page 92: ...rom delivering fluid to the windshield Devices such as bug shields are not recommended for your Ford vehicle Do not try to clean the windshield when the washer fluid container is empty or activate the...

Page 93: ...RIVE OFF button For additional information about the gearshift lever and the OVERDRIVE OFF button see the Driving Your Aerostar chapter Overdrive off button OVERDRIVE OFF Light on Gearshift Lever This...

Page 94: ...battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours or if the battery is not fully charged the battery power can be dr...

Page 95: ...rn pad Horn location with speed control option Tilt Steering If equipped RWARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving You could lose control of the vehicle and injure someone Tu...

Page 96: ...steering wheel to the desired position Release the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Be sure the steering wheel locks in a notch It is not infinitely adjustable Do not adjust the steering whe...

Page 97: ...to reduce vehicle speed This can be accomplished by pushing in the transmission control switch located on the end of the gearshift lever The speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it goes a...

Page 98: ...To maintain a preset speed with an automatic transmission under these conditions select Drive by cancelling Overdrive You can switch to Drive at any speed For the best fuel economy during normal driv...

Page 99: ...118 To turn off the speed control or to reset the speed In addition the speed control is turned off each time you turn the vehicle off...

Page 100: ...ll by design be canceled You may have to temporarily resume manual speed control while driving up a steep grade in order to maintain the speed you desire If the speed control dropped out after your cl...

Page 101: ...ure someone Use of radio transmitting equipment that is not Federal Communications Commission FCC or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC approved may cause the speed co...

Page 102: ...atures Your vehicle has a variety of features designed for your comfort convenience and safety Read this chapter to find out about standard and optional features Doors Door Handles and Locks Inside ha...

Page 103: ...ype lock knob To unlock and open the front door from the inside of the vehicle pull on the inside door handle Sliding Door With the door unlocked unlatch the sliding door by pulling the inside handle...

Page 104: ...To make the gate swing up to the fully opened position pull back and upward on the latch paddle handle Opening the liftgate Make certain that you close the liftgate door and window before driving your...

Page 105: ...forward to close the latch and liftgate At this point the latch is not locked 3 You can lock the liftgate latch by pushing down the lock button before you pull down and close the liftgate You can also...

Page 106: ...ed on the inside of the left rear door To open the right side cargo door from the inside of your vehicle find the slot on the door and pull the door handle inward Opening the right side cargo door fro...

Page 107: ...all doors push the switch marked UNLOCK Memory lock sliding door Your vehicle has a sliding door memory lock feature that does not require the sliding door to be closed before using the power locks T...

Page 108: ...oor windows You must place the ignition switch in the ON or ACC position to use your power window controls RWARNING When driving your vehicle make sure that the liftgate door and window are closed to...

Page 109: ...river seat forward or backward If your vehicle is equipped with the optional reclining bucket seat you can also tilt the seatback up to 30 degrees rearward The front passenger seat cannot be adjusted...

Page 110: ...p RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious injury in a collision always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips RWARNING To reduce the risk of serious inj...

Page 111: ...the vehicle the passenger side rear captain s chair can be tilted forward To tilt seat forward 1 Put the seatback in the upright position 2 Lift upward on the lower handle on the right outboard side...

Page 112: ...the seat latch handle located under the seat rearward causing the J hook to disengage from the front floor well retainer Disengage the lap shoulder safety belt from the seat by inserting a key or simi...

Page 113: ...cause the seat assembly to slide forward engaging the front and rear floor hooks with the floor well retainers For left hand seats push the seat latch handle downward to a full stop This locks the se...

Page 114: ...at make sure the child seat is properly stowed before operating the seat bed To remove seat assembly 1 Disengage the lap shoulder safety belt from the seat by inserting a key or screwdriver into the s...

Page 115: ...134 Location of the detachable anchor warning label on safety belt...

Page 116: ...135 Rear seat shoulder safety belt stowage with seat removed...

Page 117: ...136 Location of the stowage hook caution label on safety belt...

Page 118: ...137 Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt...

Page 119: ...seat at rear and rotate about the forward attachment When seat latches are clear of floor attachments release the latch handles 5 Pull the seat rearward to disengage it from the front floor pins Be ca...

Page 120: ...senger bench or bed seat must be installed in the first row behind the front seats on wagons with seven passenger seating To fold down the rear seatback To lower the rear seatback down to its cargo or...

Page 121: ...driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving RWARNING Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden...

Page 122: ...til it latches The two passenger seat cushion will move forward when going from the seat to the bed position To convert the bed to a seat 1 While in front of the seat pull the release lever up and at...

Page 123: ...er lumbar switch Cleaning the Seats Vinyl For routine cleaning wipe the surface with a soft damp cloth For more thorough cleaning wipe the surface with a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap Fabri...

Page 124: ...ipped with the front passenger seat drawer open it by moving the latch lever upward and pulling the drawer toward the front of the vehicle To remove the drawer pull past the stop tab on the back of th...

Page 125: ...er and farther away than they actually are Dual Electric Remote Control Mirrors If equipped To adjust the remote controlled side mirrors 1 Locate the switch in the driver s door trim panel 2 Select th...

Page 126: ...the plastic housing of any electric mirror with gasoline or other petroleum based cleaning products Console Your vehicle may have a full console The full console has the features shown in the illustra...

Page 127: ...ion the transmitter can be activated by pressing on the compartment door To install the transmitter 1 Push down on latch 2 Open door by moving hand towards front of vehicle while maintaining pressure...

Page 128: ...the door is closed Figure 2 5 Once the transmitter is installed the actuation peg on the door in line with your transmitter button may need to be adjusted for proper function This can be done using t...

Page 129: ...148 6 By properly adjusting the actuation peg height you will be able to actuate your garage door by pressing the door as shown Figure 4...

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Page 131: ...L button to increase decrease the volume Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level NOTE If the volume level is set above a certain listening level when the ignition switch is tu...

Page 132: ...ither the top a or bottom b half of the SEEK button To change frequencies quickly press and hold down either the top or bottom half of the SEEK button While you are manually tuning the display will sh...

Page 133: ...tion press the SCAN TUNE button again Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons Your radio is equipped with 5 station memory buttons These buttons can be used to select up to 5 preset AM stations and...

Page 134: ...is especially handy while traveling Your radio will automatically set your memory buttons to the strong local stations so you don t have to continually manually tune to existing stations Activate Aut...

Page 135: ...creasing bass response Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads BASS Push the side of the VOL button to increase bass more lows and push the side to decrease bass less lows Increasing...

Page 136: ...ency to clock Only the clock numerals will be displayed in the clock mode there is no AM PM indication When in the clock mode the time will be displayed until the button is pushed again However if you...

Page 137: ...Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs NOTE If after you insert a disc the disc is ejected and ERROR begins scrolling in the display remove the disc and reinsert it right side up label side up Th...

Page 138: ...at detection circuit will shut off the player and TOO HOT will scroll in the display for approximately five seconds radio will resume playing When the temperature returns to normal operating range the...

Page 139: ...either button is pressed the disc goes forward or backward at two different speeds depending on how long the button is held down Pressing either button for more than three seconds will speed up the pr...

Page 140: ...cial features of your CD player Compression The compression feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level To turn the compression on press the COMP bu...

Page 141: ...r such as the Discwasher Compact Disc Cleaner or the Allsop 3 Compact Disc Cleaner by wiping from the center out to the edges Do not use a circular motion to clean Do not clean discs with solvents suc...

Page 142: ...enly interpreted as mechanical malfunctions of the disc player A disc is already loaded The disc is inserted with the label surface downward The disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temper...

Page 143: ...Moisture may have condensed on the lenses within the unit If this occurs remove the disc and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates If the sound skips Badly scratched discs or extre...

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Page 145: ...adio power is turned off the volume will remain in the position it was set at when radio power was switched off Selecting the AM or FM frequency band Push the AM FM button to select the desired freque...

Page 146: ...ure on your radio allows you to automatically select listenable stations up or down the frequency band Press the right a side of the SEEK button to select the next listenable station up the frequency...

Page 147: ...turns That station is now held in memory on that button 3 Follow the two steps above for each station memory preset button you want to set NOTE If the vehicle s battery is disconnected the station mem...

Page 148: ...encies stopping momentarily on the stations being set into the memory buttons The radio is now in the AUTO mode and this display will show AUTO each time a preset is activated NOTE If there are fewer...

Page 149: ...e sound distribution between the right and left speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads BAL Push the side of the VOL button to shift the sound to the right speakers and push...

Page 150: ...he radio power is on How to locate a desired track on the tape There are four ways to quickly locate a desired selection on the tape You can use the fast forward rewind SEEK or SCAN function Following...

Page 151: ...ayer Press the SCAN TUNE button to enter the scan mode display indicates SCN Pushing the right a side of the SEEK button will begin the forward scan mode on the tape currently playing stopping on each...

Page 152: ...nd fast rewind can be used while the tape is in storage mode without interrupting radio play Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature NOTE Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolb...

Page 153: ...r codes are as follows Error 0 Communication error between the radio controller and the tape controller The cassette player will eject the tape Insert the tape again If the same error code appears tur...

Page 154: ...nd subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight high humidity and extreme heat or cold If they are exposed to extreme conditions allow th...

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Page 157: ...icular station You can manually locate the station by using Automatic Music Search AMS SEEK the station SCAN to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons which you can set to any d...

Page 158: ...e of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable stations can be passed over to reach the desired station Using the SCAN function Ste...

Page 159: ...e time How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette press the EJECT button The radio will resume playing Using the DolbyH B noise reduction feature Push the k memory preset 3 button t...

Page 160: ...nly cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mechanism Protect cassettes from exposure to d...

Page 161: ...off Press memory preset buttons 1 and 3 simultaneously on the face of your radio to turn the rear seat radio controls on A headphones symbol j will appear in the display when the rear seat controls a...

Page 162: ...FF button to turn all speakers off Push again to turn all speakers on NOTE Turning the ignition off then on again will not turn the speakers back on if previously turned off by the SPKRS ON OFF button...

Page 163: ...radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker NOTE Always make sure your antenna whether you have a power antenna or a manually adjustable antenna is fully extended to its maximum...

Page 164: ...ies These can be caused by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Another reception phenomenon is Strong Signal Capture and Overload This can occur when listening to a weak stati...

Page 165: ...f frequency which is not the frequency they actually broadcast on For example a radio station that is assigned a frequency of 98 7 MHz may call itself Radio 99 even though 99 0 MHz is not an allowable...

Page 166: ...higher or lower gear when required for the best performance and fuel economy For example you may notice that the transmission will upshift to a higher gear more quickly when the vehicle has not reach...

Page 167: ...ol Module that limits engine speeds with a cut out mode to promote durability Automatic Overdrive Transmission Putting Your Vehicle in Gear Your vehicle s gearshift is on the steering column You can p...

Page 168: ...ove the key 3 Insert the key and rotate it one position clockwise ignition in the OFF position 4 Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral If the vehicle is shifted back to P Park you must repeat t...

Page 169: ...d the transmission control switch has not been pressed The transmission will shift into the correct gear when the right speed is achieved for the accelerator pedal position you have chosen When to use...

Page 170: ...se 2 Second gear to drive up moderately steep grades to start up slippery roads or to provide moderate engine braking on downgrades DO NOT GO FASTER THAN 55 mph 88 km h IN THIS GEARSHIFT POSITION When...

Page 171: ...atched in P Park RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running Forced Downshifts To gain acceleration in j Overdrive or Drive j position with Overdrive cancelled when passing anothe...

Page 172: ...potholes sliding into curbs on icy roads or a collision involving the front end observe the steering wheel alignment If the spokes of the steering wheel seem to be in a different position while going...

Page 173: ...e transmission selector is in the P Park or N Neutral positions Driving Your Electronic 4 Wheel Drive E 4WD Vehicle Since your E 4WD vehicle is unique follow these steps to be safe Avoid unnecessary t...

Page 174: ...n road use it is not intended for any off road use RWARNING On vehicle wheel balancing will cause damage to the drivetrain of E 4WD Aerostars Brakes Front Disc Brakes The front disc brakes are self ad...

Page 175: ...ase in pedal travel will result in reduced braking capability The brake system should be checked immediately Rear Anti lock Brakes Your vehicle is equipped with a rear Anti lock Brake System ABS This...

Page 176: ...the rear drum brakes need adjustment To do this drive the vehicle in reverse at 5 mph 8 km h on level dry pavement Stop the vehicle by firmly applying the brakes Repeat this procedure four or five ti...

Page 177: ...inings and pads Stopping Distances Stopping distances vary with different loads and driving conditions Use caution when encountering new conditions and acquaint yourself with vehicle performance Take...

Page 178: ...rake pedal with your right foot and hold it while you fully apply the parking brake lever To release the parking brake press the brake pedal with your right foot depress the release button in the park...

Page 179: ...any new vehicle yours may drive and handle differently from your previous vehicle Use care until you become accustomed to its various features and driving characteristics Operate your vehicle within r...

Page 180: ...eering wheel sharply to return to the road Instead slow the vehicle sufficiently and gradually steer the vehicle back onto the road Wheel Spin Extreme acceleration can cause the rear wheels to spin pe...

Page 181: ...snowy roads Do not quickly move the steering wheel unless necessary Drive slower than you normally would Give your vehicle more distance to stop To stop on ice shift to N Neutral below 10 mph 16 km h...

Page 182: ...you are sure that the water is below the bottom of the wheel hubs If you must drive through high water drive slowly You may have limited traction or wet brakes so allow extra stopping distance because...

Page 183: ...s may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry or tow The total weight of your vehicle plus the weight of the...

Page 184: ...a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and for the good of your vehicle use the right equipment for the type of trailer...

Page 185: ...r vehicle if you tow in this chapter Standard length vehicles adapted for trailer tow may require relocation of the underbody spare tire It is recommended that you secure the tire under the rear most...

Page 186: ...lock facing or the door latch post pillar Trucks unlike passenger cars are basically custom vehicles designed to carry a load Most owners start with a base vehicle and add production and dealer instal...

Page 187: ...n your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly RWARNING Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing damage to the vehicle or harm to passengers Each additional...

Page 188: ...rtification Label Do not use the sample numbers on the Safety Compliance Certification Label shown Use the actual numbers from your vehicle certification label Understanding Loading Towing Information...

Page 189: ...is standard on that model It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment installed by factory dealer aftermarket supplier or customer Payload Payload is the combined maximum allowable wei...

Page 190: ...ad than just payload or GVWR Your Safety Compliance Certification Label not only gives the GVWR it also gives the Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR which is the carrying capacity for each axle system For...

Page 191: ...Certification Label This includes full fuel tank s vehicle equipment and occupants as well as the cargo load GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR is the maximum combined weight of the towing vehicl...

Page 192: ...he Load To know how much weight your vehicle can carry Obtain ratings from your Safety Compliance Certification Label and the Trailer towing specifications in the owner guide refer to the Index Refer...

Page 193: ...at a highway weigh station or appropriate commercial facility Weigh the total vehicle and trailer if applicable then separately weigh the vehicle at the front and rear wheels And finally weigh the tr...

Page 194: ...carrying fewer passengers less cargo or positioning cargo more toward the rear which has the effect of reducing the load on the front Keep in mind that the GAWR F GAWR R nor the GVWR should ever be e...

Page 195: ...pliance Certification Label is exceeded your vehicle may be damaged or you may lose control and injure someone RWARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result...

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Page 199: ...te grades that are 5 miles 8 km or longer If outside temperature in which you travel is above 100 F 38 C Hitches For towing trailers up to 2 000 lb 907 kg use a weight carrying hitch and ball which un...

Page 200: ...cle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase Trailer Lamps Make sure your trailer lamps conform to Federal and local regulations Class I and Class II T...

Page 201: ...VERDRIVE OFF button rather than k Overdrive This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting to maintain speed Switch back to Overdrive whenever practical for optimum powertrain cooling This...

Page 202: ...of the steering wheel results in a much larger movement of the rear of the trailer Allow more room for stopping with a trailer attached Trailer brakes should be applied first whether manually or auto...

Page 203: ...d increase the engine speed for a short time RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when using a temporary spare tire Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade However if you must park on a grade...

Page 204: ...he chocks Luggage Rack If equipped Always distribute your luggage load evenly Do not load more than 100 pounds 45 kg onto rack or cause the vehicle to exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The c...

Page 205: ...y can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage RWARNING To protect yourself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes...

Page 206: ...le to jump start and connecting the jumper cables in the order they are given If in doubt call for road service Preparing Your Vehicle 1 Your vehicle has a 12 volt starting system so you need to use a...

Page 207: ...s have a red cable and a black cable The red cable is generally used for the positive terminals and the black for the negative ones 2 Connect the other end of the first cable to the positive terminal...

Page 208: ...ake a couple of tries before the vehicle starts If the vehicle does not start after several attempts there may be a different problem 3 When both vehicles are running let them idle for a few minutes t...

Page 209: ...Instead gradually decrease the speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Park on a level spot turn off the ignition set the parking brake and turn o...

Page 210: ...is special for the E 4WD and another mini spare from another vehicle can not be substituted without the possibility of damage to your vehicle All tires should be inflated to the manufacturer s recomme...

Page 211: ...for any other type of vehicle drive through an automatic car wash with this tire Because the temporary spare tire is smaller than a conventional tire it reduces the ground clearance Your vehicle may g...

Page 212: ...emporary spare tire 1 Insert lug nut wrench into the actuator hole and turn counterclockwise until the cable extends to allow the spare tire to be pulled rearward from under the vehicle 2 Slide the sp...

Page 213: ...233 Temporary spare tire location and assembly...

Page 214: ...il the cable retainer is extended for insertion into the wheel 2 Install the retainer through wheel center with valve stem facing up 3 Rotate wrench clockwise until tire is secured Raising mechanism w...

Page 215: ...rear most seat To temporarily secure a flat tire 1 Remove the spare tire J bolt plate and wing nut from their stowed location on the jack 2 Position the flat tire valve stem up under the rear most sea...

Page 216: ...236 Flat tire stowage Standard length model Extended van underbody outside spare wheel flat tire storage...

Page 217: ...he wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire that you are changing NOTE Make sure the ignition is in the OFF position When one of the back wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not pre...

Page 218: ...e jack jack handle and lug nut wrench are stowed separately on the left hand wheelhouse inner panel on standard length models And in the right rear storage compartment on extended length models Jack s...

Page 219: ...ng up on the handle of the lug nut wrench about one half turn counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the ground 5 Unfold the jack handle and lock into the jack...

Page 220: ...e jack under a horizontal portion of the underbody member ahead of the wheel as shown Rear jacking point c Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground RWARNING Never pl...

Page 221: ...le by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 6 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown in the following illustration Lug nut tightening sequence RWARNING Use of wheels or l...

Page 222: ...d be stowed securely in the vehicle until it can be repaired 9 Unblock the wheels Retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km of new vehicle operation and at intervals spe...

Page 223: ...reset the fuel pump shut off switch see Fuel pump shut off switch in the Index Towing Your Vehicle The recommended method to tow your Aerostar is with flatbed or wheel lift equipment However slingbel...

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Page 225: ...dside Assistance coverages beyond this period available through Ford Auto Club in the United States or Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers in Canada contact your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Roadside A...

Page 226: ...Company has authorized Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealerships that can service your vehicle for you This chapter tells you how to get service or maintenance for your vehicle Service Maintenance Concerns...

Page 227: ...questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer contact the Customer Assistance Centre To process your request the Ford Customer Assistance Center needs the following information your telepho...

Page 228: ...nt Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this process at any time without notice and...

Page 229: ...law For example see the unique brochure for California purchasers lessees How Does the Board Work The Board has four members three consumer representatives a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Consumer c...

Page 230: ...our case has been reviewed the Board will mail you its decision in writing It will also provide you with a form to indicate your acceptance or rejection of an award decision The decisions of the Board...

Page 231: ...nce or repair orders that relate to the case the year make model and vehicle identification number VIN the date you bought your vehicle the date of repair and the mileage at the time of repair the cur...

Page 232: ...mediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds...

Page 233: ...owner Ford of Canada and or one of its dealers that all parties can agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP uses the ser...

Page 234: ...to make sure local regulations do not prevent you from registering your vehicle Officials at the embassy can also help you decide whether you should import your vehicle to that country Officials at t...

Page 235: ...t the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write to If you are in other foreign countries contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you they can direct you...

Page 236: ...ne accessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition eac...

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Page 238: ...t your dealer for specific weight information NOTE The Federal Communications Commission FCC or the Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulates the use of mobile communications systems...

Page 239: ...ion such systems may themselves be damaged or their operation affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters whose power output is 5 watts...

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Page 243: ...headlamp bulbs that can be replaced without tools We give you a Maintenance Schedule that makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy The maintenance schedule is located in the Maintenance S...

Page 244: ...de the best performance in your vehicle Using these parts for replacement is your assurance that Ford built quality stays in your vehicle NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible...

Page 245: ...n this chapter Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine off...

Page 246: ...While applying downward pressure on the hood push the hood latch handle located behind the grille near the center front of the vehicle to the left 3 Disconnect the hood support from the retaining clip...

Page 247: ...e sure to oil the hood latch every six months to maintain smooth operation Always attempt to lift the hood after closing to be sure it is securely latched Engine Compartment Your vehicle has one of th...

Page 248: ...270 3 0L engine compartment service points...

Page 249: ...271 4 0L engine compartment service points...

Page 250: ...e engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions In order to avoid possible cracking of the engine block do not spray a hot engine with cold...

Page 251: ...een the driver s seat and the door You cannot open the fuel filler door by pulling on the door itself Fuel filler door remote release lever If the release lever is stuck or damaged and you cannot open...

Page 252: ...re as follows Unscrew the fuel cap by exerting pressure on the plastic lock bar and rotating the fuel cap counterclockwise Turn the fuel cap 1 2 to 3 4 of a turn until a hissing sound is heard When th...

Page 253: ...If you replace your fuel cap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and or fuel system RWARNING If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if yo...

Page 254: ...7 At service stations the octane rating is displayed on a label on the pumps Typical octane rating label In some parts of the country regular grade fuels are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even les...

Page 255: ...k in very hot weather which causes the engine to hesitate or stall and makes restarts difficult protecting your fuel system from rusting preventing the fuel lines from freezing preventing the fuel sys...

Page 256: ...oke when refueling Fuels are extremely flammable Do not siphon any fuel by mouth RWARNING Gasoline or gasoline blended with methanol can cause blindness and possible death when swallowed If any fuel i...

Page 257: ...ray and fire To fill the fuel tank properly NOTE Extinguish all lit cigarettes other smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle 1 Remove the fuel cap by following the instructio...

Page 258: ...may have an adverse effect on modern powertrain components You may need to crank the engine several times before the fuel system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine Fuel Economy Fuel econ...

Page 259: ...may not reflect the actual conditions you experience or your personal style of driving The EPA or TC fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that you will achieve the fuel economy shown The followin...

Page 260: ...ils labeled API SA SB SC SD SE SF or SG Additional engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments Engine oils with an SAE 5W 30 viscosity are PREFERRED for your vehicle They provide the best...

Page 261: ...d Checking the engine oil level 1 Turn the engine off after it has warmed up and allow a few minutes for the engine oil to drain back into the oil pan 2 Set the parking brake making sure the gearshift...

Page 262: ...l through the oil filler cap highlighted in yellow To add oil remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil into the opening Be careful not to overfill the engine Recheck the oil level after you...

Page 263: ...diator refer to the Engine Coolant Refill Procedure in this chapter for instructions 1 Before you remove the radiator cap turn the engine off and let it cool Even when the engine is cool be careful wh...

Page 264: ...o the engine coolant recovery reservoir DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR Add straight water only in an emergency but you should replace it with a 50 50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as soo...

Page 265: ...fication ESE M97B44 A Ford Premium Engine Coolant is an optimized formula that will protect all metals and rubber elastomers used in Ford cooling systems for 4 years or 50 000 miles 80 000 km Do not u...

Page 266: ...tes less than 34 F 36 C it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle is such that...

Page 267: ...or and drain any remaining engine coolant into a container 5 Reconnect the lower radiator hose and close the radiator drain cock Proper procedures for flushing the cooling system can be found in the S...

Page 268: ...turn the engine at fast idle until the upper radiator hose is warm and the thermostat is open 7 Finally check the radiator and add more engine coolant if needed following the procedures noted above Re...

Page 269: ...gauge below the N of NORMAL topping off the coolant overflow bottle to the cold fill mark If coolant loss continues after 7 500 miles 12 000 km consult your Ford Dealer Windshield Washer Fluid and Wip...

Page 270: ...r blades and windshield washer system If you choose to use a windshield washing solution that must be mixed follow the manufacturer s mixing instructions Improperly mixed solutions may freeze unexpect...

Page 271: ...th the windshield and the wiper blades Use undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clear water Do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents to clean...

Page 272: ...nk If one tire looks lower than the others check the pressure in all of them Always follow these precautions Keep your tires inflated to the recommended pressures Stay within the recommended load limi...

Page 273: ...You can find proper cold pressure and load limits of recommended size tires on the Safety Compliance Certification Label RWARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail sud...

Page 274: ...shimmy and can eventually cause excessive tire wear Whenever a wheel is removed and then re installed always remove any corrosion that may be present on the mounting surface of the wheel and or the s...

Page 275: ...ires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them at the mileage shown in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet which came w...

Page 276: ...inum wheels you may demount the full size non temporary spare tire if so equipped and remount on an aluminum wheel to rotate the spare tire into your vehicle s rotation pattern Rebalance the wheel You...

Page 277: ...ide Before you begin to repair a tire mark the wheel and tire so that they are properly aligned when remounted This will ensure that the tires will continue to give you the same ride level RWARNING Wh...

Page 278: ...ed by Ford RWARNING Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires RWARNING Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it...

Page 279: ...301 Tire identification chart RWARNING Use of aftermarket wheel assemblies may damage your vehicle or cause accidents resulting in serious injuries...

Page 280: ...have on your vehicle Do not use chains when using a temporary spare For full size tires use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them where you live When you use the tire c...

Page 281: ...chains may affect vehicle handling Drive carefully and avoid hard braking Avoid fully loading your vehicle if possible Remove tire chains at the first opportunity after using them on snow and ice Do n...

Page 282: ...les or terminals remove the cables from the terminal and clean them both with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water Reinstall the cables when you are done c...

Page 283: ...vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery If you ever disconnect the battery install a new battery or experience a de...

Page 284: ...the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first then Milk of Magnesia a beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a doctor immediately RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a...

Page 285: ...ing the Automatic Transmission Fluid With the vehicle on a level surface start the engine and move the transmission shift selector through all of the gear ranges allowing sufficient time for each posi...

Page 286: ...n the dipstick Before adding any fluid be sure that the correct type will be used Add fluid in 1 2 pint 25L increments through the filler tube to bring the level to the correct area on the dipstick If...

Page 287: ...rument panel when the brake fluid level is low Under normal circumstances your vehicle should not use up brake fluid rapidly However expect the level of the brake fluid to slowly fall as you put more...

Page 288: ...ed and wiped away immediately Brake fluid may dissolve the paint finish on your vehicle RWARNING If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not fill t...

Page 289: ...ature gauge in the instrument cluster is near the center of the NORMAL operating temperature range 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel back and forth several times Make sure that the cap...

Page 290: ...312 Power steering dipstick Power steering reservoir Power steering reservoir...

Page 291: ...only be accurate if the fluid temperature is approximately 50 to 85 F 10 to 30 C NOTE Do not turn the steering wheel of your vehicle with the engine off It could force power steering fluid out from t...

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Page 299: ...ment in the side trim panel This is on the left for all Aerostar models 1 Remove the screws located inside the compartment and take off the access hole cover 2 Reach in through access hole to remove f...

Page 300: ...ircuit breakers continue to cut off electricity have your vehicle s electrical system checked Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit breakers Refer to the manufacturer s instructions If you r...

Page 301: ...e lamp burns out simply replace the bulb rather than the whole lamp RWARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do no...

Page 302: ...the headlamp trim 4 Remove the four screws two on top and two on bottom that attach the headlamp to the vehicle NOTE Do not disturb the aim adjusting screws 5 Pull the headlamp away from the vehicle...

Page 303: ...ocket When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the socket until the plastic base contacts the rear of the socket 2 Snap the retaining wire over both sides of the bulb and connect the electrical...

Page 304: ...ing the bulb holder assembly pull the bulb holder assembly away from the lamp and pull the bulb straight out of the holder To replace install the brakelamp 1 Push bulb s into bulb holder assembly 2 Pl...

Page 305: ...al Rear Door Models To remove the brakelamp 1 Remove the two screws from the surface of the lens 2 Pull the lens assembly out of the lamp housing 3 Pull the bulb socket out of the lens assembly It is...

Page 306: ...brakelamp 1 Push the bulb into the socket 2 Push the socket into the lens assembly 3 Install the lens assembly into lamp 4 Install and tighten the two screws Replacing the high mount brakelamp bulb d...

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Page 309: ...ule and Record booklet performed according to the specified schedule RWARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine comp...

Page 310: ...c trim or bumper parts they could melt or deform Do not drive your vehicle if it does not operate properly See your dealer if the engine runs on for more than five seconds after you shut it off or if...

Page 311: ...the order shown If any steps are interrupted repeat the preceding step Any safe driving mode is acceptable between steps Always drive vehicle in safe manner according to traffic conditions and obey a...

Page 312: ...at 1 4 to 1 2 throttle position and c choose 3 different speeds to do 1 5 minute steady state throttle drives 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 70 100 km h This should take approxim...

Page 313: ...335 Refill Capacities Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifications Refill Capacities...

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Page 320: ...days or more refer to the following maintenance recommendations to ensure your vehicle stays in good operating condition General Store all vehicles in a dry ventilated place Protect from sunlight if p...

Page 321: ...ges and latches with a light grade oil Cover interior soft trim to prevent fading Keep all rubber parts free from oil and solvents Engine Start engine every 15 days Run at fast idle until it reaches n...

Page 322: ...from corrosion Follow the instructions packaged with the product Cooling system Protect against freezing temperatures Battery Check and recharge as necessary Keep connections clean and covered with a...

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Page 332: ...ring safety belts 27 Air cleaner filter location 269 specifications 337 Air conditioning auxiliary heater and air conditioner 98 manual heating and air conditioning system 92 Alcohol in fuel 277 Anten...

Page 333: ...id treating emergencies 225 305 charging system warning light 81 disconnecting 228 how to service 304 jumping a disabled battery 225 maintenance free 304 proper disposal recycling 305 replacement spec...

Page 334: ...344 Brake shift interlock 66 187 Break in period 7 Brights high beams 84 110 Built in child seat cleaning 57 operation 48 Bulbs replacing 322 halogen 323 headlamps 323 C Canada customer assistance 25...

Page 335: ...front seat 34 in rear outboard seat 34 in rear seat 34 tether anchorage hardware 46 Chime headlamps on 84 key in ignition 62 safety belt 77 Circuit breakers checking and replacing 322 see also fuses...

Page 336: ...ne starting 65 Combination lap and shoulder belts 11 13 Compact disc player see Electronic sound system 156 Compact disc radio see Electronic sound system 150 Console description 145 Controls instrume...

Page 337: ...e see Towing 243 Dispute Settlement Board 248 Doors 121 door ajar warning light 77 lubricant specifications 338 Driving under special conditions 198 bad weather 200 heavy load 202 high speed 199 high...

Page 338: ...nty 4 331 Engine check engine warning light 78 does not start 69 fuel injected engine starting 63 fuel pump shut off switch 69 preparing to start 64 refill capacities 335 service points 269 starting 6...

Page 339: ...82 break in oils 7 viscosity 282 Entry system illuminated 107 Exhaust fumes 71 Extended Service Plan Ford 4 F Fan engine fan avoiding injury 266 Federal Communications Commission 184 Federal Highway A...

Page 340: ...ions 337 fuel filler door release lever 273 fuel gauge 84 octane rating 276 quality 276 running out of fuel 280 safety information relating to automotive fuels 278 storing your vehicle 343 treating em...

Page 341: ...l pressure gauge 83 fuel gauge 84 odometer 88 speedometer 87 trip odometer 88 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating calculating 211 definition 209 driving with a heavy load 202 Gearshift automatic operation 1...

Page 342: ...d air conditioning system 92 rear seat controls 98 standard heater system 95 High beams 110 indicator light 84 operation 101 110 High mount brakelamp description 106 Hitch 218 Hood 268 latch location...

Page 343: ...Jack 231 operation 237 239 positioning 239 storage 231 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 227 disconnecting cables 228 K Keys key in ignition chime 62 positions of the ignition 61 removing f...

Page 344: ...light 113 high beam 84 oil pressure 83 safety belt 77 service engine soon 78 turn signal indicator 109 Load limits 202 GAWR 202 GVWR 202 trailer towing 205 Lubricant specifications 338 Luggage rack 22...

Page 345: ...dometer description 88 trip odometer 88 Oil filter 337 Oil see Engine oil 282 Oil viscosity 282 On board diagnostic OBD II system 332 Order forms service information 261 Overdrive 188 Overseas offices...

Page 346: ...201 297 Rear climate control system 98 Rear window defroster 99 washer reservoir 291 Refill capacities for fluids 335 Regulations National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 252 Reporting safety de...

Page 347: ...elts 11 13 maintenance 22 proper use 11 replacement 22 untwisting or unjamming the safety belt 23 warning light and chime 77 Safety seats for children 34 attaching with tether straps 46 automatic lock...

Page 348: ...changing the tire 229 237 conventional spare 229 finding the spare 231 removing the spare tire 231 storing the flat tire 231 239 temporary spare 229 Spark plugs specifications 337 Special driving cond...

Page 349: ...ature control see Climate control 91 Tether anchor installation see Child restraints 46 Tilt steering wheel 114 Tires 294 changing 229 checking the pressure 294 cleaning 303 inspection and maintenance...

Page 350: ...witch 188 Trip odometer 88 Tune up specifications VECI 332 Turn signal 109 indicator lights 109 lever 109 U Used engine oil disposal 266 V Variable interval wipers 110 VECI Vehicle Emission Control In...

Page 351: ...Warranty Information Booklet 4 Washer fluid 110 rear window reservoir 291 reservoir 291 Weight limits GAWR GVWR 202 Wheel and tire matching 302 Wheel bearings lubricant specifications 338 Wheel dollie...

Page 352: ...er fluid and wipers 110 checking and adding fluid 291 checking and replacing wiper blades 293 liftgate reservoir 291 operation 110 reservoir 291 specifications 292 338 variable interval wipers 110 Win...

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