service FORD AEROSTAR 1996 1.G User Guide

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[LG04500(ALL)03/95]
Check Engine Warning Light
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[LG04550(ALL)05/95]
The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II)
system consists of the hardware and software
necessary to monitor the operation of the
powertrain. The OBD II system is designed to
check the function of the vehicle's powertrain
control system during normal operation. If an
emission problem is detected, the Check Engine
Warning Light (in the cluster) is turned on.
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[LG04575(ALL)05/95]
Modification or additions to the vehicle may
cause incorrect operation of the OBD II system.
Additions such as burglar alarms, cellular
phones, and CB radios must be carefully
installed. Do not install these devices by tapping
into or running wires close to powertrain control
system wires or components.
[LG04600(ALL)07/95]
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 if it comes on and stays on when you are
driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible. This indicates a possible problem with
one of the vehicle's emission control systems.
You do not need to have your vehicle towed in.
[LG04650(ALL)08/95]
If the light turns on and off at one (1) second
intervals while you are driving the vehicle, it
means that the engine is misfiring. If this
condition persists, damage could occur to the
engine or catalytic convertor. Have your vehicle
serviced at the first opportunity. You do not
need to have your vehicle towed in.
[LG04700(ALL)08/95]
If the light turns on and off on rare occasions
while you are driving, it means that a
malfunction occurred and the condition corrected
itself.
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An example of a condition which corrects itself
occurs when an engine running out of fuel
begins to misfire. In this case, the Check Engine
Warning Light may turn on and will then set a
Diagnostic Trouble Code indicating that the
engine was misfiring while the last of the fuel
was being consumed. After refueling, the Check
Engine Warning Light will turn off after the
vehicle has completed three consecutive warm
up cycles without a mifire condition occurring.
A warm up cycle consists of engine start from a
cold condition (engine at ambient temperature)
and running until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
[LG04825(ALL)07/95]
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.
[LG04875(ALL)07/95]
Under certain conditions, the Check Engine
Warning Light may come on if the fuel cap is
not properly installed. If the Check Engine
Warning Light comes on and you suspect the
fuel cap is not properly installed, pull off the
road as soon as it is safely possible and turn off
the engine. Remove and replace the fuel cap,
making sure it is properly seated.
[LG04900(ALL)07/95]
After completing three consecutive warm-up
cycles and on the fourth engine start-up, the
Check Engine Warning Light should turn off. If
the light does not go off after the fourth engine
restart, have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
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Check engine warning light symbol
[LG05525(ALL)03/94]
Electronic 4-Wheel Drive Warning Light
(If equipped)
[LG05550(ALL)03/95]
The Electronic 4-Wheel Drive Warning Light
turns on when the Electronic 4-Wheel Drive
system is not working properly. This light comes
on briefly when you turn the ignition key to the
ON position, but should turn off when the
engine starts. If the light does not come on when
you turn the ignition to the ON position, or if it
comes on and stays on when you are driving,
have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
[LG05560(ALL)03/94]
The 4WD light will go off after a few seconds
and stay off if all systems are operating
correctly. If a problem is detected, the 4WD
warning light will flash a certain number of
times indicating the location of the problem. The
flashing will continue until the problem is
corrected. Each time the ignition key is turned
on the controller will detect the problem and
flash the signal. The 4WD system remains safe to
operate and the vehicle should be returned for
service.
[LG05575(ALL)03/94]
one inch art:0020529-B
Electronic 4-wheel drive warning light
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[LG05900(ALL)01/95]
Charging System Light
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[LG06000(ALL)03/95]
This light indicates that your battery is not being
charged and that you need to have the electrical
system checked.
[LG06050(ALL)05/95]
one inch art:0095040-A
Charging system light
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[LG06100(ALL)07/95]
This light comes on every time you turn the
ignition to the ON or START position (engine
off). The light should go off when the engine
starts and the alternator begins to charge.
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[LG06300(ALL)01/95]
If the light stays on or comes on when the
engine is running, have the electrical system
checked as soon as possible.
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[LG06305(ALL)06/93]
Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Light and
Tone Generator
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[LG06310(ALL)06/93]
This light illuminates for six seconds when the
ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash, remains on,
or if a series of five beeps is heard, have the
system serviced as soon as possible.
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[LG06315(ALL)05/95]
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Supplemental air bag readiness light
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[LG07500(ALL)05/94]
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
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[LG07601(ALL)06/93]
This gauge indicates the engine's oil pressure,
not the oil level. However, if your engine's oil
level is low, it could affect the oil pressure. With
the engine running, the pointer should move
into the NORMAL band. If the pointer drops
below the NORMAL band while the engine is
running, you have lost oil pressure and
continued operation will cause severe engine
damage.
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[LG07701(ALL)03/95]
If you lose engine oil pressure:
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[LG07801(ALL)03/95]
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible.
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[LG07901(ALL)04/95]
2. Shut off the engine immediately or severe
engine damage could result.
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[LG08001(ALL)02/95]
3. Check the engine's oil level, following the
instructions on checking and adding engine
oil. Refer toEngine oilin the Index. If you
do not follow these instructions, you or
others could be injured. To assure an
accurate reading, your vehicle should be on
level ground.
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[LG08051(ALL)03/93]
4. If the level is low, add only as much oil as
necessary before you start the engine again.
Do not overfill. Do not operate the engine if
the pointer is below the NORMAL band,
regardless of the oil level. Contact your
nearest dealer for further service actions.
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[LG08200(ALL)03/93]
quarter page art:0020057-D
Engine oil pressure gauge
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[LG12601(ALL)01/95]
Speedometer
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[LG12700(ALL)01/95]
The speedometer tells you how many miles
(kilometers) per hour your vehicle is moving.
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[LG12750(ALL)08/95]
Your vehicle contains a speedometer which
receives its input from the Anti-Lock brake
sensor. The speedometer is also used to provide
a speed signal for correct operation of the
vehicle's Powertrain Control Module (PCM),
electronic transmission, and speed control (if so
equipped). Because of this, it is very
IMPORTANT to change the speedometer's
internal conversion constant 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 factory-set
accuracy.
[LG12752(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: The conversion constant can only be
changed six times once the vehicle
leaves the factory. Your Ford dealership
service personnel can change the
conversion constant.
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[LG12753(ALL)08/95]
Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle speed
(mph/km/h) limiting device that is contained
within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
The purpose of this device is to maintain peak
vehicle speed below a specified limit. (Vehicle
speed limits may vary based on engine
displacement.)
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How to set the clock
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[AS05600(ALL)08/95]
1. Turn the radio on.
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2. Press and hold in the ªCLOCKº button,
press the ªSEEKº button left (
b) to advance
the hours and right (
a) to advance the
minutes.
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[AS05650(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with
no AM/PM indications.
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[AS05675(ALL)08/95]
NOTE: On the High-Level Audio System, the
clock can be set with the radio power
on or off.
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[AS05700(ALL)08/95]
Tape error messages
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[AS05725(ALL)08/95]
Your cassette tape player is equipped to
diagnose certain problems you may experience.
Error codes are as follows:
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[AS05750(ALL)08/95]
Error 0Ð 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, turn the
ignition off, then back on again and insert the
tape.
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[AS05775(ALL)08/95]
Error 1Ð Possible problem cartridge. The
cassette tape player will eject the tape. Insert the
tape again. If the same error code appears in the
display, try a different cartridge.
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[AS05800(ALL)08/95]
Error 2Ð Tape eject or load failure. Your
cassette tape player will go into the pause mode.
Push ªEJCTº to eject the tape. If the tape doesn't
eject, refer the problem to qualified personnel for
service.
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[AS07930(ALL)08/95]
All About Radio Frequencies
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[AS07935(ALL)08/95]
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
and the Canadian Radio Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC) establish the frequencies
that AM and FM radio stations may use for
their broadcasts. The allowable frequencies are,
AM: 530, 540...1600, 1610 kHz in 10 kHz steps;
FM: 87.9, 88.1...107.7, 107.9 MHz in 0.2 MHz
steps.
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[AS07940(ALL)08/95]
Not all frequencies will be assigned to a given
area. This radio will tune to each of these
frequencies using manual tune and no fine
tuning is necessary as radio stations may not use
other frequencies.
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[AS08175(ALL)08/95]
Some FM radio stations advertise a
ªrounded-offº 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 ªRadio 99º
even though 99.0 MHz is not an allowable FM
broadcast frequency.
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[AS08200(ALL)08/95]
Important Warranty and Service
Information
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[AS08225(ALL)08/95]
Warranty
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[AS08250(ALL)08/95]
Your sound system is warranted for three years
or 36,000 miles (60,000 kilometers), whichever
comes first. Consult your vehicle warranty
booklet for further information. Ask your dealer
for a copy of this limited warranty.
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[AS08275(ALL)08/95]
Service
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[AS08300(ALL)08/95]
At Ford Electronics, we stand behind our audio
systems with a comprehensive service and repair
program. If anything should go wrong with
your Ford audio system, return to your dealer
for service. There is a nationwide network of
qualified Ford authorized repair centers to assist
you.
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Do not let the added driving traction of
E-4WD lead you to believe that you can stop
any quicker than a conventional two-wheel
drive vehicle. The added traction performance
does not improve the braking ability of the
E-4WD vehicle. Allow the same amount of
distance when braking as with a two-wheel
drive vehicle.
[DR16096(ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Your E-4WD Aerostar is a passenger
vehicle designed for on-road use; it is not
intended for any off-road use.
[DR16097(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
On-vehicle wheel balancing will cause
damage to the drivetrain of E-4WD
Aerostars.
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[DR21400(ALL)03/95]
Brakes
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[DR21500(ALL)01/93]
Front Disc Brakes
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[DR21600(ALL)06/95]
The front disc brakes are self-adjusting. They do
not require service other than periodic inspection
for pad wear.
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[DR21900(ALL)10/94]
Rear Drum Brakes
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[DR22000(ALL)08/95]
The rear drum brakes are self-adjusting.
Automatic adjustment occurs when the brakes
are applied while ªbacking up.º If normal
operation does not include much backing, adjust
the brakes when they seem ªlow,º using the
procedure underIf Brakes Do Not Grip Well or
Pedal is ªLowºin this chapter.
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[DR22900(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
If the anti-lock brake system warning
light remains on or comes on while
driving, have the braking system checked
by a qualified service technician as soon
as possible.
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[DR22910(ALL)07/95]
NOTE: If a fault occurs in the anti-lock
system, and the brake warning light is
not lit, the anti-lock system is disabled
but normal brake function remains
operational.
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[DR23000(ALL)12/89]
If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is
ªLowº
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[DR23200(ALL)07/95]
If brakes do not grip well, it may indicate 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 times.
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[DR23250(ALL)11/89]
If during normal operation the brake pedal
seems ªlowº, it may indicate the need for a
brake system inspection and/or service. You
should have your brakes checked as soon as
possible.
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[DR23300(ALL)07/95]
Occasional brake squeal during light to moderate
stops does not affect the function of the brake
system and is normal. However, if the squeal
becomes louder or more frequent, have your
brakes inspected by your dealer or a qualified
service technician.
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