key FORD AEROSTAR 1996 1.G Owner's Manual

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Two and Three Passenger Bench Seats and
Seat Bed Assemblies
[FV33700(ALL)07/92]
NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with a
Built-In Child Seat, make sure the
child seat is properly stowed before
operating the seat bed.
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[FV33801(ALL)03/91]
To remove seat assembly:
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1. Disengage the lap/shoulder safety belt from
the seat by inserting a key or screwdriver
into the slot in the detachable anchor and
lifting upward. Stow the tongue end of the
detachable anchor as shown in the
illustration.
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How to insert a disc and begin play
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Insert one disc,label side upinto the disc
opening. When inserted, the disc automatically
loads into the unit and play starts at the
beginning of the first track (selection).
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When the disc reaches the end, the disc player
automatically returns to the beginning of the
disc and resumes playing.
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NOTE: Once a disc is inserted, the disc
opening is secured to prevent the
accidental insertion of a second disc.
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NOTE: The CD player has heat protection
circuitry to protect the laser diode. If
the temperature of the player reaches
167ÊF (75ÊC), theheat detection circuit
will shut off the player and ªTOO
HOTº will scroll in the display for
approximately five seconds (radio will
resume playing). When the temperature
returns to normal operating range, the
CD player will again be operational.
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How to stop and restart the CD player
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When a disc is loaded, the unit automatically
enters the play mode and the play indicator (
a)
illuminates. To stop temporarily, press the
ªPLAY/STOPº button or the ªAM/FMº button.
The stop indicator (
X) in the display illuminates
and operation returns to the radio mode. To
resume CD play, press the ªPLAY/STOPº
button once again.
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NOTE: If the ignition key is turned OFF
during play and then is set to the ON
or ACCESSORY position, the CD
player will resume playing in the mode
it was in when ignition was turned off.
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Once you place the gearshift securely into
position, gradually release the brake pedal and
use the accelerator as necessary.
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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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1. Apply the parking brake.
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2. Remove the key.
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3. Insert the key and rotate it one position
clockwise (ignition in the OFF position).
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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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5. Start the vehicle.
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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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RWARNING
DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL
YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS
ARE WORKING.
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q
Never get under a vehicle while it is
supported only by a jack. If you must work
under a vehicle, use safety stands.
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[SV02200(ALL)06/95]
q
Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking
materials away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
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Working with the engine off:
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1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
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3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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Working with the engine on:
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1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
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2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
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RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
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362 Index
Changing a tire............. 229
Charging system gauge.......... 82
Charging system warning light....... 81
Child safety restraints........... 32
built-in child seat............ 48
child safety belts............ 58
child safety seats............ 34
Child safety seats............. 34
attaching with tether straps....... 46
automatic locking mode (retractor) . . 15, 34
built-in child seat............ 48
in 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............. 313
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat............ 57
CD player and discs.......... 160
chrome and aluminum parts....... 9
engine compartment.......... 272
exterior................ 8
exterior lamps............ 102
fabric................ 142
headlamps.............. 102
instrument panel............ 91
instrument panel lens......... 108
interior lamps............. 105
mirrors................ 144
plastic parts.............. 9
polishing................ 8
rear windows............. 100
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Index 369
H
Hazard flashers............. 113
Headlamps
aiming................ 322
autolamp system........... 102
checking alignment.......... 323
cleaning............... 102
daytime running lights........ 104
flashing............... 110
high beam.............. 110
replacing bulbs............ 322
turning on and off.......... 101
warning chime............. 84
Heating
heating and 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............. 268
lubrication specifications........ 338
release lever............. 268
working under the hood....... 266
Horn.................. 114
Hoses, checking............. 288
I
Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN).... 5
Idle
relearning.............. 305
speed................. 67
Ignition
chime................. 62
positions of the ignition......... 61
removing the key............ 62
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370 Index
Indicator lights and chimes (see Lights) . . . 73
Infant seats (see Safety seats)...... 32,34
Instrument cluster............. 73
Instrument panel............. 89
cleaning............... 108
location of components......... 89
registers................ 91
Integrated child seat
(see Built-in child seat)......... 48
Interval wipers............. 110
J
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 from the ignition....... 62
stuck in lock position.......... 61
L
Lamps
autolamp delay system........ 102
checking............... 322
daytime running light system..... 104
flashing the lamps........... 110
hazard flashers............ 113
headlamps.............. 101
high beams.............. 110
high-mount brakelamp........ 106
illuminated entry system........ 107
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378 Index
W
Warm engine, starting........... 65
Warning chimes
headlamps on.............. 84
key in ignition............. 62
safety belt............... 77
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 73
Warranties................ 4
basic.................. 4
Canada................. 4
radio................. 184
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 dollies (see Towing)........ 243
Wheels................. 294
cleaning............... 303
covers................ 239
inspection and maintenance...... 294
lug nuts............... 237
replacement............. 299
Windows................ 127
power windows, operating....... 127
rear, defrosting............. 99
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