clock FORD AEROSTAR 1996 1.G User Guide

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[DR06300(ALL)01/95]
Once you place the gearshift securely into
position, gradually release the brake pedal and
use the accelerator as necessary.
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[DR06310(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a
brake-shift interlock feature. This
feature prevents you from shifting
from P (Park) unless you have the
brake pedal depressed. (The ignition
must be in the ON position.) If you
cannot shift from P (Park) with the
brake pedal depressed:
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[DR06320(ALL)01/95]
1. Apply the parking brake.
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2. Remove the key.
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[DR06340(ALL)08/95]
3. Insert the key and rotate it one position
clockwise (ignition in the OFF position).
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[DR06350(ALL)08/95]
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.)
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[DR06360(ALL)01/95]
5. Start the vehicle.
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[DR06370(ALL)07/95]
If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the
alternate procedure described above, it is
possible that a fuse has blown and that your
brakelamps may also not be functional. Please
refer to the chapter titledServicing Your Aerostar
in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking
and replacing fuses.
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[DR06375(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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P (Park)
[DR07700(ALL)06/92]
Always come to a complete stop before you shift
into P (Park). This position locks the
transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
[DR07800(ALL)06/92]
To securely latch the gearshift in the P (Park)
position, pull it toward you, push it completely
counterclockwise against the stop, and then push
it toward the instrument panel.
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[DR08000(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure the gearshift is securely latched
in P (Park).
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[DR08100(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Never leave your vehicle unattended
while it is running.
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[DR08500(ALL)06/94]
Forced Downshifts
[DR08600(ALL)08/95]
To gain acceleration inj(Overdrive) or Drive
(jposition with Overdrive cancelled) when
passing another vehicle, push the accelerator to
the floor. The transmission will downshift to 2
(Second) gear or to 1 (First) gear at calibrated
speeds.
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[DR11235(ALL)03/94]
Power Braking
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[DR11275(ALL)03/94]
Increasing the engine speed above idle without
vehicle movement (such as holding the brake) in
a forward or reverse gear causes transmission
stall.
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[DR11285(ALL)03/94]
NOTE: Continued operation in the stall
condition can result in transmission
overheat, malfunction or fluid
expulsion.
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232 [RE05400(ALL)05/94]If your vehicle is the model with a standard
length body or extended length (all models), the
temporary spare tire is stowed at the rear of the
vehicle under the body.
[RE05450(ALL)05/94]
The standard length E-4WD model spare tire is
mounted on the floor.
[RE05500(ALL)08/95]
To remove underbody temporary spare tire:
[RE05600(ALL)11/89]
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.
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[RE05700(ALL)10/94]
2. Slide the spare tire to the rear and remove
the retainer from the wheel.
[RE05800(ALL)11/89]
3. To stow cable/retainer with spare tire
removed, insert cable fitting into carrier rear
wall slot, place wheel retainer against the
carrier, and turn lug nut wrench clockwise
until slack is removed.
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234 [RE06000(ALL)08/95]To stow underbody temporary spare tire:
[RE06100(ALL)11/89]
1. Insert lug nut wrench into the actuator hole
and turn counterclockwise until the
cable/retainer is extended for insertion into
the wheel.
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[RE06200(ALL)10/94]
2. Install the retainer through wheel center
with valve stem facing up.
[RE06300(ALL)11/89]
3. Rotate wrench clockwise until tire is secured.
(Raising mechanism will slip.)
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[RE06400(ALL)03/91]
4. Check for proper seating against underbody
supports and retighten if necessary.
[RE06500(ALL)11/89]
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Spare tire Ð underbody carrier
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[RE16800(ALL)12/91]
3. Use the tapered end of the lug nut wrench
to unscrew wheel ornaments attached by
retaining screws. Remove any wheel trim.
Insert the tapered end of the lug nut wrench
behind wheel covers or hubcaps and twist
off.
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[RE16900(ALL)10/89]
4. Loosen the wheel nuts by pulling 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.
[RE17000(ALL)02/95]
5. Unfold the jack handle and lock into the
jack. Use the jack handle to slide the jack
under the vehicle.
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[RE17100(ALL)05/95]
Removing and Replacing the Tire
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[RE17300(ALL)06/95]
1. Positioning the jack
[RE17400(ALL)02/89]
a. To raise a front wheel, place the jack
under a horizontal portion of the
underbody member behind the wheel, as
shown.
[RE17500(ALL)01/89]
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Front jacking point
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b. To raise a rear wheel, place the jack
under a horizontal portion of the
underbody member ahead of the wheel
as shown.
[RE17700(ALL)01/89]
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Rear jacking point
[RE17800(ALL)01/89]
c. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the
wheel is completely off the ground.
[RE17900(ALL)05/91]
RWARNING
Never place the jack under the rocker
panels.
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[RE21151(ALL)10/92]
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2. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut
wrench.
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3. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
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4. Thread the lug nuts on the wheel studs with
the beveled face toward the wheel. Use the
lug nut wrench to screw the lug nut snug
against the wheel but do not tighten.
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[RE22200(ALL)01/95]
5. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle
counterclockwise.
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[RE22300(ALL)06/95]
6. Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug
nuts in the order shown in the following
illustration.
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[RE22400(ALL)12/89]
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Lug nut tightening sequence
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[RE23400(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Use of wheels or lug nuts other than
original equipment could cause damage to
the wheel or mounting system and allow
the wheels to come off while the vehicle
is in motion.
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[RE23500(ALL)07/95]
7. Replace any wheel covers, ornaments, or hub
caps that your vehicle has. Make sure that
they are screwed or snapped into place.
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274 [SV06640(ALL)08/95]The manual release cord is attached to a T
handle marked FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE
Ð MANUAL OVERRIDE. When you pull it, the
fuel filler door opens.
[SV06651(ALL)08/95]
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Fuel filler door override handle
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[SV06700(ALL)01/95]
Removing the fuel cap
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[SV06750(ALL)01/95]
The proper instructions for removing the fuel
cap are as follows:
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[SV06800(ALL)03/90]
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Unscrew the fuel cap by exerting pressure on
the plastic lock bar and rotating the fuel cap
counterclockwise.
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[SV06850(ALL)08/95]
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Turn the fuel cap 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn until a
hissing sound is heard. When the hissing
sound stops, continue rotating
counterclockwise to remove the fuel cap.
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[SV06900(ALL)03/93]
q
Make sure that you follow the above fuel cap
removal instructions and use caution. Such
caution will minimize the possibility of fuel
spraying during removal of the fuel cap.
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[SV06950(ALL)03/91]
To replace and secure the fuel cap; place it in
position and rotate it clockwise until it clicks
(ratchets). Doing so will not damage or break
the fuel cap. The ratcheting mechanism allows
the fuel cap to be sealed without overtightening.
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[SV06990(ALL)07/95]
If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an
authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
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[SV07000(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the
pressure in the fuel tank can damage the
fuel system or cause it to work improperly
in a collision.
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[SV07025(ALL)05/95]
NOTE: 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.
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[SV07050(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the cap.
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[SV07060(ALL)11/89]
A venting fuel tank is not an abnormal
condition. It may be caused by:
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[SV07061(ALL)07/95]
q
Too volatile a fuel for the weather conditions.
The service stations sometimes sell winter
grade fuel in the summer.
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[SV07062(ALL)11/89]
q
Pulling a heavy load on hot days, or at high
altitudes.
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[SV07063(ALL)11/89]
q
Extended periods of idling with the engine
RPM increased above the normal idle range.
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[SV07064(ALL)11/89]
q
Parking vehicle in full sunlight for extended
periods on extremely hot days.
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[SV10230(ALL)08/95]
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº or
other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of
alcoholism, vapor or skin contact with a
gasoline-methanol blend may cause the same
kind of adverse reaction as drinking an alcoholic
beverage. In sensitive individuals, serious
personal injury or sickness could result. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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[SV10300(ALL)02/95]
Filling the fuel tank
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[SV10400(ALL)04/94]
RWARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure
in an overfilled tank may cause leakage
and lead to fuel spray and fire.
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[SV10500(ALL)01/95]
To fill the fuel tank properly:
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[SV10550(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Extinguish all lit cigarettes, other
smoking materials, and any open
flames before fueling your vehicle.
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[SV10600(ALL)01/95]
1. Remove the fuel cap by following the
instructions above underRemoving the Fuel
Capin this chapter. Proceed to add fuel to
the tank only if your vehicle is on level
ground.
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[SV10700(ALL)05/95]
2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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[SV10800(ALL)08/95]
3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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4. Replace the fuel cap completely when you
are finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until
it is fully tight. It will click when it is fully
tightened.
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