FORD AEROSTAR 1997 1.G Owners Manual

272authorized service center can perform a detailed
OBD II drive cycle as it would any other type of
repair work.
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[MC44600(ALL)03/96]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[MC44700(ALL)01/96]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[MC44800(ALL)01/96]
q
headlamps
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[MC44850(ALL)01/96]
q
high-mount brakelamp
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[MC44900(ALL)01/96]
q
tail lamps
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[MC45000(ALL)01/96]
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brakelamps
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[MC45100(ALL)01/96]
q
hazard flasher
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[MC45200(ALL)01/96]
q
turn signals
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[MC45300(ALL)05/96]
q
license plate lamps
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[MC45400(ALL)01/96]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[MC45500(ALL)01/96]
q
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[MC45600(ALL)01/96]
q
the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[MC45700(ALL)01/96]
q
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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[MC45800(ALL)01/96]
Headlamp Bulb
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[MC45900(ALL)03/96]
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable
bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace
the bulb, rather than the whole lamp.
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[MC46000(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully
and keep out of children's reach. Grasp
the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to break the
next time the headlamps are operated.
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[MC46050(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: If the bulb is accidently touched, it
should be cleaned with rubbing
alcohol before being used.
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[MC46100(ALL)01/96]
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you
can immediately replace it with a new one. If a
bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the headlamp housing
and affect its performance.
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[MC46300(ALL)03/96]
Removing the headlamp bulb
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[MC46400(ALL)01/96]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch on the
instrument panel is in the OFF position.
[MC46675(ALL)01/96]
2. Remove the screws that attach the headlamp
trim to the vehicle.
[MC46750(ALL)01/96]
3. Remove the headlamp trim.
[MC46820(ALL)01/96]
4. Remove the four screws (two on top and
two on bottom) that attach the headlamp to
the vehicle.
[MC46830(ALL)01/96]
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screws.
[MC46860(ALL)01/96]
5. Pull the headlamp away from the vehicle
and remove the electrical connector by
pulling rearward.
[MC46880(ALL)01/96]
6. Unsnap the bulb retaining wire and carefully
remove the bulb assembly from its socket by
gently pulling it out without turning it.
[MC46890(ALL)01/96]
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[MC46900(ALL)03/96]
Installing the headlamp bulb
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[MC47000(ALL)01/96]
1. With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base
facing upward, insert the glass end of the
bulb into the socket. You may need to turn
the bulb left or right to line up the grooves
in the plastic base with the tabs in the
socket. When the grooves are aligned, push
the bulb into the socket until the plastic base
contacts the rear of the socket.
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2. Snap the retaining wire over both sides of
the bulb and connect the electrical connector.
[MC47275(ALL)01/96]
3. Position the headlamp on the vehicle and
install the four attaching screws.
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[MC47300(ALL)01/96]
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure that
they work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the
bulb, you should not need to align it again.
[MC47310(ALL)01/96]
Removing the High-Mount Brakelamp
Bulb
[MC47315(ALL)01/96]
Liftgate models
[MC47317(ALL)01/96]
To remove the brakelamp and bulb:
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[MC47330(ALL)01/96]
1. Remove the two screws from the surface of
the lens.
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[MC47340(ALL)01/96]
2. After removing the screws, remove the lamp
assembly.
[MC47353(ALL)01/96]
3. Disconnect the high-mount brakelamp wiring
connector.
[MC47356(ALL)01/96]
4. Remove the screw retaining the bulb holder
assembly, pull the bulb holder assembly
away from the lamp, and pull the bulb
straight out of the holder.
[MC47360(ALL)04/96]
To replace/install the brakelamp:
[MC47367(ALL)01/96]
1. Push bulb(s) into bulb holder assembly.
[MC47373(ALL)01/96]
2. Place bulb holder assembly on lamp and
install retaining screw. Tighten screw.
[MC47376(ALL)01/96]
3. Connect the high-mount brakelamp wiring
connector.
[MC47377(ALL)01/96]
4. Position the lamp assembly on the vehicle.
[MC47378(ALL)01/96]
5. Install and tighten the two screws.
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functional after installing.
[MC47381(ALL)01/96]
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Replacing the high-mount brakelamp bulb Ð liftgate
models only
[MC47383(ALL)01/96]
Dual Rear Door Models
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[MC47384(ALL)01/96]
To remove the brakelamp:
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[MC47385(ALL)01/96]
1. Remove the two screws from the surface of
the lens.
[MC47386(ALL)01/96]
2. Pull the lens assembly out of the lamp
housing.
[MC47387(ALL)01/96]
3. Pull the bulb socket out of the lens assembly.
It is not necessary to twist the socket.
[MC47388(ALL)01/96]
4. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
[MC47389(ALL)04/96]
To replace/install the brakelamp:
[MC47396(ALL)01/96]
1. Push the bulb into the socket.
[MC47397(ALL)01/96]
2. Push the socket into the lens assembly.
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3. Install the lens assembly into lamp.
[MC47399(ALL)01/96]
4. Install and tighten the two screws.
[MC47400(ALL)01/96]
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Replacing the high-mount brakelamp bulb Ð dual rear
door models only
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[MC47625(ALL)02/96]
Bulb Specifications
[MC47650(ALL)05/96]
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[MC50000(ALL)04/96]
Cleaning Your Vehicle
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[MC50010(ALL)01/96]
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
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[MC50020(ALL)01/96]
Wash the outside of your vehicle, including the
underside, with a mild detergent.
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[MC50030(ALL)01/96]
DO NOT:
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[MC50040(ALL)01/96]
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Wash your vehicle with hot water
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[MC50050(ALL)01/96]
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Wash your vehicle while it sits in direct
sunlight
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[MC50060(ALL)01/96]
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Wash your vehicle while the body is hot
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[MC50070(ALL)01/96]
Pollen, bird droppings and tree sap can damage
the paint, especially in hot weather. Wash your
vehicle as often as necessary to keep it clean.
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[MC50080(ALL)01/96]
Take similar precautions if your vehicle is
exposed to chemical industrial fallout.
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[MC50090(ALL)01/96]
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, believes that continual
improvement in customer satisfaction is a high
priority. For this reason, Ford has authorized its
dealers to repair, at no charge to the owner, the
surfaces of new vehicles damaged by
environmental fallout within 12 months or 12,000
miles (20,000 km) of purchase, whichever comes
first. Customers may be required to bring their
vehicle in for inspection by a Ford
representative.
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[MC50091(ALL)01/96]
Polish your vehicle to remove harmful deposits
and protect the finish.
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[MC50095(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
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[MC50100(ALL)01/96]
Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild
detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, fuel or strong detergents.
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[MC50110(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Plastic Parts
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[MC50120(ALL)01/96]
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning.
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[MC50130(ALL)01/96]
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.
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[MC50140(ALL)01/96]
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from
plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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[MC50150(ALL)03/96]
Cleaning the Wheels
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[MC50160(ALL)03/96]
Wash the wheels with the same detergent you
use to wash your vehicle's body. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives,
fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil
remover to remove grease and tar.
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[MC50170(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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[MC50180(ALL)03/96]
If you have whitewall tires that are difficult to
clean with regular detergent, use Ford Extra
Strength Whitewall Tire Cleaner or equivalent.
Follow the directions on the container and rinse
the tires with plenty of clean water.
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[MC50200(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[MC50210(ALL)01/96]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[MC50300(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Engine
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[MC50310(ALL)01/96]
A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than usual.
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