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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introductory Information ... 1 Safety Restraints ... 11 Starting Your Aerostar ... 61 Warning Lights and Gauges ... 73 Instrument Panel Controls ... 89 Steering Column Controls ... 109 Features ... 121 Electronic Sound Systems ... 149 Driving Your Aerostar ...
Page 4: Introductory Information
Introductory Information Ford’s Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. It is dedication to learning what you want, determination to develop the right concept, and execution of that concept with care, precision, and attention to detail.
Page 5 This guide describes equipment and gives specifications for equipment that was in effect when this guide was approved for printing. Ford may discontinue models or change specifications or design without any notice and without incurring obligation.
Page 6 Canadian Owners — French Version French Owner Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.
Page 7 If you lose your Warranty Information Booklet, you can get a new one free of charge. Contact any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer, or refer to the addresses and phone numbers on the first page of this owner guide.
Page 8 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 your vehicle. The Vehicle Identification Number is attached to...
Page 9 Your Ford dealer has information about the availability of many items of equipment which may be ordered for your...
Page 10 Use only the type of engine oil that Ford recommends. See Engine oil recommendations in the Index. Do not use special “break-in” oils.
Page 11 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...
Page 12 Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts Wash chrome and aluminum parts with a mild detergent. Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, fuel or strong detergents. Cleaning Plastic Parts Some of your vehicle’s exterior trim parts are plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary.
Page 13: Safety Restraints
Safety Restraints Important Safety Belt Information The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision. In most states and in Canada the law requires their use. Safety belts provide best restraint when: the seatback is upright the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched) the lap belt is snug and low on the hips...
Page 14 RWARNING Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. Never swing it around the neck over the inside shoulder. Never use a single belt for more than one person or across more than one seating position. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair.
Page 15: Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, thelap/shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement.
Page 16 Unfastening the combination lap and shoulder belts — front and rear outboard seating positions While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle. Safety Belts for Front Outboard Passenger and Rear Outboard Seating Positions Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the shoulder belt portion of...
Page 17 Automatic locking mode In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will be automatically locked and will remain locked when the combination lap/shoulder safety belt is buckled, and does not allow the occupant freedom of movement. This mode provides the following: A tight lap/shoulder belt on the occupant.
Page 18 All Two Passenger Bench or Bedseat In addition to anchorages in the floor and roof structures, some rear safety belts have a detachable anchor mounted to the outboard side of the 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 belt when...
Page 19 Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt Disengaging rear 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 the slot provided on the detachable anchor.
Page 20 Disengaging safety belt for rear seat removal...
Page 21 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 RWARNING When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed in its original position. Improper installation of the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and could increase the risk of injury. Refer to the warning label on the seat belt.
Page 23 Pull the belt across your hips and insert the tongue into the correct buckle on your seat until you hear a snap and feel it lock. Make sure the buckle is securely fastened. If you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it and tip the belt tongue at a right angle to the belt.
Page 24: Safety Belt Maintenance
Safety Belt Extension Assembly For some people, the safety belt may be too short even when it is fully extended. You can add about eight inches (20 cm) to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extensions are available at no cost from your dealer.
Page 25 (slide bar) (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision...
Page 26 For Twisted Rear Outboard Combination Lap and Shoulder Safety Belts — Detachable Anchor Disengage the detachable anchor tongue from the detachable anchor, remove the twist and re-install the detachable anchor tongue end into the detachable anchor until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage.
Page 27 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 4. When completed, the safety belt should look like Figure 3. Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The 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 moderate to severe frontal collisions.
Page 29 The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts RWARNING Safety belts must be worn by all vehicle occupants to be properly restrained and help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. RWARNING All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts, even when an air bag Supplemental Restraint System is provided.
Page 30 For further information about the proper mounting of equipment in the front seat of this vehicle, please refer 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.
Page 31 The location of the air bag and warning label If a collision occurs, the sensors sense the severity of the impact and activate the air bags if necessary. The air bag system is designed to deploy in frontal and front-angled collisions more severe than hitting a parked vehicle (of similar size and weight) head-on at about 28 mph (45 km/h).
Page 32 RWARNING Air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do 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 unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 33 If any of these things happen, have the air bag system serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the air bag Supplemental Restraint System may not function properly in the event of a collision.
Page 34: Safety Restraints For Children
Disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air bags MUST be disposed of by qualified personnel. Safety Restraints for Children In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety restraints for children.
Page 35 RWARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. RWARNING Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts.
Page 36 Ford recommends placing forward-facing safety seats in the second row and using safety seats with top tether straps for added protection.
Page 37 When installing a child safety seat, be sure to use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position, and make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. For a shoulder/lap belt combination with a sliding tongue, make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 38 RWARNING Always keep 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 placement for child seats...
Page 39 Installing Child Safety Seats in the Front Seat and Rear Outboard Seating Positions Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap/shoulder safety belt for the right front seat passenger and rear outboard passengers.
Page 40 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions 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 buckle. See Figure 3.
Page 41 Buckling the belt...
Page 42 4. Grasp the shoulder portion 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 retractor to automatic locking mode...
Page 43 5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the 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 remove any slack in the belt.
Page 45 6. Before placing the child in the child seat, forcibly tilt the seat from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place. See Figure 7. Checking that the seat is secure 7.
Page 46 Checking the retractor 8. Check to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use. If the retractor is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 7. NOTE: To remove the retractor from automatic 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...
Page 47 Installing Child Safety Seats at the Rear Center Seating Position with Locking Adjustable Lap Belt DO NOT install a forward-facing child safety seat in the third row center seating position. Forward-facing seats must be installed with a lap/shoulder belt, or a lap belt and top tether strap.
Page 48 You can attach a tether strap anchor bracket to the rear floor by using a tether anchor kit (613D74), available at no charge from any Ford dealership. Read and carefully follow the instructions provided with the kit for installation of the child tether strap anchor.
Page 49 Until a floor anchor is installed, follow these steps to install a tethered child safety seat in the front seat: 1. Buckle the lap/shoulder belt in the seat directly behind the front passenger seat. 2. Pull all the stored belt out of the rear seat belt retractor to switch the retractor to automatic locking mode.
Page 50 Built-In Child Seat (If equipped) The second row bench seat may include an optional built-in child safety seat. This child restraint is to be used only by children who are at least one year old, weigh between 20 and 60 pounds (9 and 27 kilograms) and whose shoulders (top) are below the shoulder harness slots in the seatbacks with the headrest in the...
Page 51 RWARNING Never leave a child unattended in your vehicle. RWARNING Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.
Page 52 Figure 1 2. Continue to unfold the child seat until it rests on the seat as shown in Figure 2. Figure 2...
Page 53 3. Read the information and warnings on the child seat. Check the child’s size, weight and age to be sure the child is not too small 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.
Page 54 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 7. Place the child on the child seat and position the shoulder belts over each shoulder. Refer to Figure 6. Figure 6: Shoulder safety belt placement on the child 8. Insert either the left or right safety belt tongue into the single opening of the crotch belt buckle as shown in Figure 7.
Page 56 9. Fasten both halves of the chest clip below the child’s shoulders and adjust it to comfortably hold the shoulder belts in place on the child’s chest. The purpose of this clip is to position the shoulder belts correctly on the child’s shoulders.
Page 57 10. Pull the shoulder belts out to ensure that the crotch safety belt buckle is securely fastened. Adjust the lap and shoulder belts by pulling firmly on the adjustment belt. Refer to Figure 9. Figure 9: Checking for securely latched buckle and locked retractor 11.
Page 58 To remove the child from the built-in child seat: 1. Squeeze the tabs on the top and bottom of the chest clip and pull the halves apart to open the chest clip. Refer to Figure 8. 2. Press the release button on the crotch safety belt buckle.
Page 59 Built-in child seat maintenance Regularly inspect the lap and shoulder belts system of your child seat. See your Ford dealer if the shoulder belt webbing is frayed, or if the buckle and tongue are damaged and/or do not function properly.
Page 60 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 is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child and...
Page 61 RWARNING Do not use a belt-positioning booster with a lap-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 collision, children should always ride with the seatback upright.
Page 62: Starting Your Aerostar
Starting Your Aerostar Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of the key in the ignition lock cylinder. ACCESSORY allows some of your vehicle’s electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to operate while the engine is not running.
Page 63 ON allows you to test your vehicle’s warning lights (except the brake system warning light) to make sure they work before you start the engine. The key returns to the ON position once the engine is started and remains in this position while the engine runs.
Page 64 RWARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in your vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle.
Page 65: Warning Lights And Gauges
Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Exhaust fumes are toxic.
Page 66 4. Turn the key to the START position (cranking) until the engine starts. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started. If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding.
Page 67 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: 1.
Page 68 If the engine still does not start after two attempts: 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor and hold it. 3. Turn the ignition key to the START position. 4.
Page 69 RWARNING Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. If you consistently start your vehicle in subzero temperatures, use an engine block heater (if your vehicle has this option).
Page 70 If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
Page 71 If your engine cranks but does not start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 2. Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel. 3. If you do not see or smell fuel, push the red reset button down.
Page 72 RWARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or other enclosed area. Never sit in a stopped vehicle for more than a short period of time with the engine running. Exhaust fumes are toxic. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in this chapter for more instructions.
Page 73 Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: your vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes your vehicle has been damaged in a collision Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm).
Page 74: Warning Lights And Gauges
Warning Lights and Gauges The instrument panel (dashboard) on your vehicle is divided into several different sections. The 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.
Page 76 The Mechanical Cluster The following warning lights and gauges are on the mechanical cluster. All of the warning lights and gauges alert you to possible problems with your vehicle. Some of the lights listed are optional. The following sections detail what each of these indicators means.
Page 77 Rear Anti-Lock (ABS) Brake Warning Light To check the rear ABS brake warning light turn the ignition key to the ON position. The rear ABS brake warning light should glow momentarily. NOTE: If it does not glow momentarily, have your vehicle’s electrical system checked immediately.
Page 78 Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime This warning light and chime remind you to fasten your safety belt. One of the following will take place: If the safety belt is not buckled when the key is turned to the ON position, the light comes on for 1 to 2 minutes and the chime sounds for 4 to 8 seconds.
Page 79 Check Engine Warning Light 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.
Page 80 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.
Page 81 Check engine warning light symbol Electronic 4-Wheel Drive Warning Light (If equipped) 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.
Page 82 Charging System Light This light indicates that your battery is not being charged and that you need to have the electrical system checked. Charging system light This light comes on every time you turn the ignition to the ON or START position (engine off).
Page 83 Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter) This gauge shows you the battery voltage when the ignition key is in the ON position. If you are running electrical accessories (when the engine is off, or idling at a low speed), the pointer may move toward the lower end of the normal band.
Page 84 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge 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...
Page 85 High Beam Light This light comes on when the headlamps are turned to high beam or when you flash the lights. High beam indicator light Chime for Headlamps On This chime sounds if the driver or passenger door is open when the parking lamps or headlamps are on.
Page 86 Fuel gauge Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will not be accurate. The pointer moves from the C (cold) mark into the Normal band as the engine coolant warms up.
Page 87 If your engine coolant overheats: 1. Pull off the road as soon as it is safely possible. 2. Turn off the engine. 3. Let the 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.
Page 88 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. Some vehicles are equipped with a vehicle speed (mph/km/h) limiting device that is contained within the Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
Page 89 If you are experiencing an “engine cut-out” condition at high speeds, it may be the result of this limiting device. It is a normal condition and can be avoided by reducing vehicle/engine speed. Speedometer Odometer/Trip Odometer The Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) odometer is a combination trip odometer and total odometer.
Page 90: Steering Column Controls
Steering Column Controls The controls on the steering column and wheel are designed to give you easy access 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 beams on/off...
Page 91: Windshield Wipers And Washer
If the turn indicator light in the instrument panel does not illuminate or remains on (doesn’t flash) when you signal a turn, the turn signaling system is malfunctioning. Have this condition corrected as soon as possible, but make sure that you use the accepted hand signals in the meantime.
Page 92 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 washers at any time for more than 15 seconds continuously.
Page 93: Gearshift Lever
Gearshift Lever The gearshift lever on your Aerostar is mounted on the steering column. On the end of the gearshift lever is the OVERDRIVE OFF button. For additional information about the gearshift lever and the OVERDRIVE OFF button, see the Driving Your Aerostar chapter.
Page 94 Hazard Flasher The hazard flasher is used to alert other drivers to hazardous situations. The flashers will continue to flash with the brake pedal depressed. The flashers work whether your vehicle is running or not. The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively.
Page 95 Horn To sound the horn, press either horn 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. Turn signal and tilt steering release lever...
Page 96 To change the position of the steering wheel, pull the release lever on the column toward you. Tip the 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.
Page 97 To set the speed control: NOTE: If your speed increases above your set speed while driving in j (Overdrive) on a downhill grade, you may want to select Drive (by cancelling Overdrive) to reduce vehicle speed. This can be accomplished by pushing in the transmission control switch located on the end of the gearshift lever.
Page 98 RWARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. In mountainous areas, at higher elevations, or when pulling a trailer, the speed control may not be able to maintain the preset speed with the transmission in j (Overdrive).
Page 99 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 Driving uphill or on a steep grade When the speed control is on, your vehicle may significantly drop speed when driving uphill, especially with a heavy load. If the speed drops more than 8 to 14 mph (15 - 25 km/h) the automatic speed control will, by design, be canceled.
Page 101 RWARNING If your vehicle has speed control, do not use it on slippery roads. You could lose control of your vehicle and could injure 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 control to malfunction.
Page 102: Features
Features 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 handles...
Page 103 Outside handles and locks Anti-theft front door lock knobs Anti-theft lock knobs are designed to preclude unlocking the door by pulling up on the bullet type lock knob. To unlock and open the front door from the inside of the vehicle, pull on the inside door handle.
Page 104 Liftgate opening procedure 1. Insert the key into the lock and turn it counterclockwise. You can also unlock the latch (but not release it) with the power door lock system (if equipped). 2. Reach under the license plate light shield and release the liftgate latch by squeezing the paddle handle rearward.
Page 105 Liftgate closing procedure 1. To make the liftgate swing downward, reach up and pull the lower edge of the liftgate (or the loop handle on the inner trim panel of vehicles with this option) and pull downward. 2. When you have pulled down the liftgate enough so that you can reach the license plate light shield, push the shield down and forward to close the latch and liftgate.
Page 106 Dual Rear Cargo Door (If equipped) Opening the right rear door To open the left rear door, open the right rear door and then pull up on the tee-shaped handle located 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.
Page 107 Power Door Locks (If equipped) The power door lock switches are located in the front doors. To lock all doors push the switch marked LOCK. To unlock 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.
Page 108 Windows Sliding side windows Opening the sliding side window Using the Power Windows (If equipped) Each front door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door. The driver’s door has a master control switch that operates both front door windows.
Page 109 Power window controls — driver-side shown Seats Adjusting the Front Seat Manually You can move the driver 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 RWARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. 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.
Page 111 To recline the seatback: E-Z Access Operation — Passenger Side Rear Captain’s Chair (Optional Quad Buckets) To provide easy access to the rear of the vehicle, the passenger side rear captain’s chair can be tilted forward. To tilt seat forward: 1.
Page 112 Quick Release Rear Captain Chairs To remove: 1. For right hand seats, lift and rotate the seat latch handle (located under the seat) rearward, causing the J hook to disengage from the front floor well retainer. For left hand seats, lift and rotate the seat latch handle (located under the seat) rearward, causing the J hook to disengage from the front floor well retainer.
Page 113 To install the rear bucket seat: 1. Lift the seat assembly into the vehicle and drop the front and rear floor hooks into the floor wells at a point just behind the floor attachment pins. 2. Rotate the seat latch handle forward, causing the J hook to engage over the front of the foremost well retainer.
Page 114 Two and Three Passenger Bench Seats and Seat Bed Assemblies 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. To remove seat assembly: 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.
Page 115 Location of the detachable anchor warning label on safety belt...
Page 116 Rear seat shoulder safety belt — stowage (with seat removed)
Page 117 Location of the stowage hook caution label on safety belt...
Page 118 Proper stowage of shoulder safety belt...
Page 119 RWARNING When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed in its original position. Improper installation of the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and could increase the risk of injury. Refer to the warning label on the seat belt.
Page 120 4. Ensure that the latch handles are fully seated in the down position. 5. Before you engage the safety belt, be sure it is not twisted. A twisted safety belt may cause the retractor to work improperly. Remove any twist, then insert the tongue end of the detachable anchor into the detachable anchor until you hear a “snap”...
Page 121 Installation and removal of the second and third passenger bed and bench seat RWARNING Never adjust the 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 stop.
Page 122 Seat/bed conversion The seat/bed can be either a two passenger or three passenger seat. To convert the seat/bed to a bed: 1. Pull up the release lever located on right hand side of the seat, and at the same time push the seatback rearward.
Page 123 Using the Power Lumbar Support and Side Bolsters Inflating the Lumbar Support (If equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with this option, you can inflate a lumbar support pad in the seatback. To inflate the lumbar pad, push the INFLATE side of the rocker switch.
Page 124 Underseat Stowage Drawer (If equipped) If your vehicle is equipped 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 the drawer.
Page 125 Mirrors For vehicles without rear door windows, the right-hand side mirror is a flat glass mirror. All other vehicles have convex right-hand side view mirrors. Convex mirrors have a curved surface and will show a wider view of the lane next to and behind your vehicle.
Page 126 Power mirror control Do not clean 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 illustration below. The features on the console...
Page 127 Garage Door Opener Storage At the center of the console, a compartment is provided for storage of a garage door opener transmitter. In its stored position, the transmitter can be activated by pressing on the compartment door. To install the transmitter: 1.
Page 128 4. Install your transmitter into the compartment, making sure the actuator button of your transmitter is in line with one of the pegs on the door when 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.
Page 129 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).
Page 131 Compact Disc Radio The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio with the Ford Compact Disc Player. Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player Most of the features of this unit work for both radio and CD operation. Also, some of the knobs...
Page 132 How to tune radio stations There are four ways for you to tune in a particular station. You can manually locate the station using the “SCAN/TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station, “SCAN” to the station or select the station by using the memory buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency.
Page 133 Using the “SCAN/TUNE” button to scan radio stations Pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button once enters the scan mode (display will indicate “SCN”). Pushing the top ( a ) half of the “SEEK” button will begin the scan mode up the frequency band, stopping on each listenable station for approximately five seconds.
Page 134 Using the Automatic Memory Load feature You can activate the Auto Memory Load feature by pressing and holding the “AUTO PRESET” button for approximately three seconds. Auto Memory Load sets all memory buttons in AM, FM1 and FM2 sequentially by seeking out the first five strong stations for the respective band and storing them in memory buttons 1-5.
Page 135 After all stations have been filled, the radio will begin playing the station stored on memory button 1. To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually-set memory button stations (or those stations set using Auto Memory Load), simply push the “AUTO PRESET”...
Page 136 Adjusting speaker fader Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers. Push the “AUDIO” button repeatedly until the display reads “FADE.” Push the “+” side of the “VOL” button to shift the sound to the front speakers, and push the “-”...
Page 137 ( a ) half of the “SEEK” button to set minutes. Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is capable of playing 12 cm or 8 cm discs, without an adapter. The Player operates when the power is on and a disc is inserted (label side up).
Page 138 How to insert a disc and begin play Insert one disc, label side up into the disc opening. When inserted, the disc automatically loads into the unit and play starts at the beginning of the first track (selection). When the disc reaches the end, the disc player automatically returns to the beginning of the disc and resumes playing.
Page 139 Using the “SEEK” feature The “SEEK” feature allows you to quickly find a particular selection on the disc. Press the bottom ( b ) half of the “SEEK” button once to repeat the current playing selection. Press the top ( a ) half of the “SEEK” button to advance to the next selection.
Page 140 Using the “SCAN” function Press the “SCAN/TUNE” button to enter the scan mode. Once in the scan mode, press the top ( a ) or bottom ( b ) half of the “SEEK” button to scan forward or reverse, respectively. The CD player will begin scanning the disc, stopping on each listenable track for approximately eight seconds.
Page 141 How To Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs To ensure the continued performance of your Ford Compact Disc Player, carefully read the following precautions: Always handle the disc by its edge. Never touch the playing surface.
Page 142 CD format. Because of this, a new disc that is free of dust and scratches could be defective and may not play on your Ford Compact Disc Player.
Page 143 If play does not begin once the disc has been inserted: The radio is not on. The unit is in the stop mode. 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.
Page 145 Using the Controls on Your New Radio How to turn the radio on and off Press the “POWER” button to turn the radio on. Press it again to turn it off. How to adjust the volume Press the +/ side of the “VOL” button to increase/decrease the volume.
Page 146 Using the “TUNE” function You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time (FM changes in increments of 200 kHz; AM changes in increments of 10 kHz) by first pressing the “SCAN/TUNE” button twice (display shows “TUNE”), then —...
Page 147 To stop the scan mode on the presently sampled station 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 10 FM stations (5 in FM1 and 5 in FM2).
Page 148 With Auto Memory Store, you can continually set strong stations into your memory buttons without losing your existing memory presets, which 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.
Page 149 Adjusting the tone balance and speaker output of your radio Increasing or decreasing 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”).
Page 150 Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player How to insert a tape Your cassette tape player is equipped with power loading. Once you insert a tape and push slightly (with the open edge to the right), the loading mechanism draws the tape the rest of the way in and play will begin after a momentary tape tightening process.
Page 151 Using the “SEEK” function with your cassette tape player While in the tape mode, push the right ( a ) side of the “SEEK” button to seek forward to the next selection on the tape. Push the left ( b ) side to seek the previous tape selection. NOTE: If you want to restart a currently playing tape selection, press the left ( b ) side of the “SEEK”...
Page 152 How to eject the tape To stop the tape and eject the cassette, press the “EJCT” button. The radio will resume playing if the radio power is on. The tape cartridge can be ejected with radio power (and/or ignition) on or off.
Page 153 How to set the clock 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press and hold in the “CLOCK” button, press the “SEEK” button left ( b ) to advance the hours and right ( a ) to advance the minutes. NOTE: The clock displays 12-hour time with no AM/PM indications.
Page 154 In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions: Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
Page 157 Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios Using the Controls on Your New Radio How to tune radio stations (Stereo Radio) There are three ways for you to tune in to a particular station. You can manually locate the station by using the “TUNE” button, “SEEK” the station or select the station by using the memory preset buttons, which you can set to any desired frequency.
Page 158 Using the “AMS” function to manually tune your radio (Stereo Cassette Radio) You can change the frequency up or down one increment at a time by first pressing the “AMS” button (display shows “TUNE”) then within approximately five seconds pressing and releasing either the right ( a ) or left ( b ) side of the “SEEK”...
Page 159 How to locate a desired track on the tape Using the Automatic Music Search (“AMS”) Press and hold the “AMS” button (“AMS” will appear in the display). Then, push the left ( h ) button to rewind to the beginning of the current selection or press the right ( g ) button to fast forward to the beginning of the next selection.
Page 160 In order to keep your cassette tape player performing the way it was meant to, read and follow these simple precautions: Using a Ford Cassette Cleaning Cartridge to clean the tape player head after 10-12 hours of play will help maintain the best playback sound and proper tape operation.
Page 161: Rear Seat Radio Controls
Rear Seat Radio Controls Using the Rear Seat Radio Controls Rear seat radio controls are available on all Aerostar models. The rear seat radio controls are located behind the driver on the left hand side of the vehicle. These controls duplicate several radio functions of the radio and allow the use of headphones in the vehicle.
Page 162 Setting the AM or FM frequency band Push the “BAND” button to change the frequency band. Using the “MEMORY” button Push the “MEMORY” button to access the station you have set into memory button 1 on the face of the radio. Successively pushing this button will access, numerically, all stations set into the Station Memory Preset buttons (1 through 5).
Page 163 Using headphones with the rear seat controls Two 3.5mm headphone jacks have been provided on the rear seat controls. Plug headphone(s) into the provided jack(s) to operate. Common Radio Reception Conditions Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise-free, such as the following: 1.
Page 164 When the radio waves are reflected off objects or structures, the reflected signal cancels the normal signal, causing the antenna to pick up noise and distortion. Cancellation effects are most prominent in metropolitan areas, but also can become quite severe in hilly terrain and depressed roadways.
Page 165 Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty. Service 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.
Page 166: Driving Your Aerostar
Driving Your Aerostar Automatic Transmission Operation (4R44E/4R55E) The 4R44E and 4R55E transmissions are electronically controlled four speed overdrive automatic transmissions with lockup torque converter. Transmission operation is controlled by the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The PCM will automatically adjust transmission operation to make up for varying conditions.
Page 167 If the Overdrive Off Indicator Light is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission could occur. Some vehicles are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability.
Page 168 Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. 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.
Page 169 R (Reverse) With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) In N (Neutral), the wheels of the vehicle are not locked.
Page 170 useful. However, shift back to j (Overdrive) whenever practical for optimum powertrain cooling and fuel economy. This can be accomplished by pushing the transmission control switch again, to cancel the OVERDRIVE OFF control and light. When to use 2 (Second) With the gearshift in the 2 (Second) gear position more engine braking is provided.
Page 171 P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. 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.
Page 172: Steering Your Vehicle
Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle comes with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle. If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort.
Page 173 How the Electronic 4-Wheel Drive (E-4WD) System Works Under normal driving conditions, when the road is firm, dry and level, the engine power is distributed one-third to the front axle and two-thirds to the rear axle. However, if a wheel begins to slip, the microprocessor will sense this condition and signal the system to transmit more power to the axle with more traction.
Page 174 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.
Page 175 Hydraulic Power Brakes The hydraulic brake system is made up of two independent hydraulic circuits. One hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the front disc brakes and the other hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the rear drum brakes. These two circuits are supplied by a common hydraulic brake fluid reservoir, with a fluid level sensor.
Page 176 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. 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.
Page 177 RWARNING Modifications to the suspension spring rates and/or vehicle ride height may adversely affect vehicle stopping ability. If Brakes Pull Check tire pressure. Perform the self-adjustment procedure described under If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal is “Low.” If pull occurs during the first 500 miles (800 km), make 10 moderately fast stops from 40 mph (65 km/h) and then perform the self-adjustment procedure above.
Page 178 Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle. The parking brake is a hand operated lever located on the floor of your van just to the right of the driver’s seat. To set the parking brake while parking your van, press the brake pedal with your right foot and hold it while you fully apply the parking brake lever.
Page 179 RWARNING If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have the brakes checked immediately. They may not be working properly. The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle, but you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail.
Page 180 Move forward slowly and evenly. If this does not work, try rocking the vehicle. High Speed Driving Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits. RWARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Page 181 Speed limiter All models are equipped with an Electronic Engine Control (EEC) system which limits the maximum engine speed and thus road speed in top gear. Vehicle operation is normal since the controlled maximum speed is above posted highway speeds in North America. Driving in Bad Weather Slippery roads Drive cautiously on wet or snowy roads:...
Page 182 Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped) This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one or more wheels are on a surface with poor traction. Extended use of other than matching size tires on a Traction-Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness.
Page 183 Rocking the vehicle If your vehicle gets stuck (for example, in mud or snow), you may rock it out of the spot. Shift in a steady rhythm between forward and reverse gears. Allow the transmission to fully engage, then press lightly on the accelerator. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes.
Page 184 RWARNING If the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label is exceeded, your vehicle may be damaged or you may lose control and injure someone. Vehicle/Trailer Loads All vehicles may tow a Class I trailer provided the Gross Combined Weight (GCW) is less than or equal to the GVWR shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Page 185 Use extra caution when driving your vehicle while you tow. (See Driving while you tow in this chapter.) Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. (See Servicing your vehicle if you tow in this chapter.) Standard length vehicles adapted for trailer tow may require relocation of the underbody spare tire.
Page 186 Vehicle Loading/Towing Information Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space with large or heavy loads. Maximum safe vehicle weights as well as tire, rim sizes and inflation pressures are specified for your vehicle at the assembly plant on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
Page 187 RWARNING Do not allow people to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. RWARNING Be sure everyone in 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...
Page 188 The following is a typical example of a Safety Compliance Certification Label and an explanation of how this information should be used: Safety Compliance Certification Label Do not use the sample numbers on the Safety Compliance Certification Label shown. Use the actual numbers from your vehicle certification label.
Page 189 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) GAWR F (Gross Axle Weight Rating Front) GAWR R (Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum Trailer Weight Trailer Weight Range Base Curb Weight The Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including fuel, coolants, lubricants, emergency tools, spare wheel and tire.
Page 190 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) To avoid overloading a vehicle, the owner should observe the manufacturer’s specified Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The GVWR is the maximum total weight of base vehicle, passengers, optional components and cargo that a particular vehicle was designed to carry. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) We have all seen a car or a truck that is loaded down in the rear and riding high in the front.
Page 191 Passenger car type tires when installed on light trucks and multipurpose passenger vehicles are rated at 10% lower load carrying capacity due to the differences in vehicle usages. The vehicle must not be loaded to both the front and rear GAWR because the GVWR will be exceeded.
Page 192 Maximum Trailer Weight The maximum trailer weight is the maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle is permitted to tow. It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo) from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. Trailer Weight Range The trailer weight range is a specified range by weight, which the trailer must fall within,...
Page 193 If you suspect that your payload is excessive, have your vehicle weighed 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 trailer separately if applicable.
Page 194 NOTE: The Truck Safety Compliance Certification Label has two weight related entries that sometimes cause confusion. Front Axle Reserve Capacity in Pounds (kgs): If this value is given as 83 pounds (38 kgs) on the label, does this mean that you are limited to adding only 83 pounds (38 kgs) of accessories to the front end capacity? Not exactly.
Page 195 Trailers Towing a trailer safely means having the proper weight on the tongue (usually 10% of the trailer weight). Load-equalizing hitches on large rigs may transfer weight to each of the vehicle’s axles. This weight must be included in capacity calculations when determining if the vehicle is loaded within safe limits.
Page 198 Automatic Transmissions...
Page 199 If you are not certain that you are using the right equipment in the proper manner, see your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Under certain circumstances, the trailer frontal area is not to exceed the base vehicle frontal...
Page 200 Safety Chains Always use safety chains between your vehicle and trailer. Cross chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. Connect safety chains to the vehicle frame or hook retainers. Never attach chains to the bumper. Trailer Brakes Separate trailer brakes are required on most towed vehicles weighing over 1,500 lb (680 kg).
Page 201 Driving while you tow Be especially careful when driving while you tow a trailer. Never drive faster than 45 mph (70 km/h) when you tow in hilly country on hot days. Also, anticipate stops so that you can brake gradually. If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long, steep grades, the speed control may shut off.
Page 202 Trailer Towing Tips Before starting on a trip, practice turning, stopping and backing in an area away from heavy traffic. Get to know the “feel” of the vehicle/trailer combination. Practice backing up. Back up very slowly, with someone outside at the rear of your trailer to guide you.
Page 203 When turning, drive slightly beyond the normal turning point so the trailer wheels will clear curbs or other obstructions. When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place the gearshift selector lever in P (PARK) to increase the engine idle speed. This aids in engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency.
Page 204 To start, after being parked on a grade: Apply the brake pedal and hold. Start the engine. Shift transmission into gear and release the parking brake. Release the brake pedal and move the vehicle uphill to free the wheel chocks. Apply the brake pedal and hold while another person retrieves the chocks.
Page 205: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies Jump-Starting Your Vehicle Your vehicle’s battery may die if you leave the lights on or any electrical equipment on after you turn the engine off. If this happens, you may be able to jump-start your vehicle with a booster battery.
Page 206 If the acid touches someone’s skin, eyes, or clothing, immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes. If someone swallows the acid, have him or her drink lots of milk or water first, then Milk of Magnesia, a beaten egg, or vegetable oil.
Page 207 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the jumper cables. 5. Turn on the heater fan in both vehicles. Turn the function selector knob to the V position. Turn off all other switches and gauges.
Page 208 Attaching jumper cables Jump-Starting 1. Make sure that the jumper cables are not in the way of moving engine parts, then start the booster vehicle. Run the engine at a moderate speed. 2. Let the discharged battery charge for a few minutes and then start the disabled vehicle.
Page 209: Changing A Tire
3. Remove the positive (+) cable from the booster battery. 4. Remove the other end of the positive (+) cable from the discharged battery. After the vehicle is started, let it idle for a while to let the engine “relearn” its idle conditions. Drive it around for a while with all electrical accessories turned off to let the battery recharge.
Page 210 RWARNING If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. RWARNING The tire size on the E-4WD must be maintained.
Page 211 When you drive with the temporary spare tire, DO NOT: exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances. load your vehicle so that it is heavier than the maximum vehicle load rating listed on the tire decal. tow a trailer. use tire chains on this tire.
Page 212 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. The standard length E-4WD model spare tire is mounted on the floor. To remove underbody temporary spare tire: 1.
Page 213 Temporary spare tire location and assembly...
Page 214 To stow underbody temporary spare tire: 1. Insert lug nut wrench into the actuator hole and turn counterclockwise until the cable/retainer is extended for insertion into the wheel. 2. Install the retainer through wheel center with valve stem facing up. 3.
Page 215 RWARNING Do not stow any conventional spare tire or flat temporary spare tire in the underbody position. Doing so may cause damage to the tire, rear axle, or brake lines. (Standard length only) A flat tire can be temporarily secured to the floor pan under the rear-most seat.
Page 216 Flat tire stowage (Standard length model) Extended van underbody outside spare wheel/flat tire storage...
Page 217 RWARNING Make sure the spare tire and jacking equipment are stowed and secured in the proper storage location. Preparing to Change the Tire NOTE: To lift your vehicle by other than the front or rear jacking points, be sure to use only hoist adapters with a wide contact surface.
Page 218 2. Get out the spare tire and jack. The 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 stowage Aerostar extended model jack pack...
Page 219 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. 4. Loosen the wheel nuts by pulling up on the handle of the lug nut wrench about one-half turn (counterclockwise).
Page 220 b. To raise a rear wheel, place the 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 place the jack under the rocker panels.
Page 221 2. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench. 3. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire. 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.
Page 222 8. Put the tire, jack, and wrench away. Make sure jack is securely fastened so it doesn’t rattle when you drive. The carrier is designed to hold the temporary spare which comes with your vehicle. The stowage of a full size tire in the spare tire carrier may damage the tire or the vehicle.
Page 223: Towing Your Vehicle
If the Engine Cranks But Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or if you have had a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been triggered. The shut-off switch is a device that stops the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
Page 225: Customer Assistance
Customer Assistance Roadside Assistance Ford Motor Company has set up a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week hotline with trained operators who put you in touch with the help you need if you experience a problem with your vehicle. This complimentary service is provided to you throughout your warranty period of 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever comes first.
Page 226 1-800-241-FORD (in Canada call 1-800-665-2006). If You Have a Service Problem Ford Motor 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.
Page 227 If you are away from home when your vehicle needs to be serviced, or if you need more help than the dealer gave you, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership that may be able to help.
Page 228: The Dispute Settlement Board
Review? The Board reviews unresolved warranty performance complaints on Ford, Mercury and Lincoln cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under warranty that have not been resolved by a dealer or Ford Motor Company. The Board does not review issues involving:...
Page 229 How Does the Board Work? The Board has four members: three consumer representatives a Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm. Dealers are chosen because of their business leadership qualities.
Page 230 The decisions of the Board are binding on the dealer and Ford, but customers may have other options available to them under state or federal law. The decisions of the Board, however, may be...
Page 231 Board address. At the same time, your dealer and Ford Motor Company representative are asked to submit statements. To review your case properly, the Board needs...
Page 232: Reporting Safety Defects
Ford of Canada does not have a Dispute Settlement Board. If you have a problem that cannot be resolved by an agreement among you, Ford of Canada, and the Ford dealer, contact the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). In many areas of Canada, CAMVAP will help resolve the problem and, if necessary, will arrange for the matter to be arbitrated.
Page 233 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between a vehicle 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).
Page 234 Use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without a proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emissions control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company is not responsible for any damage that is caused by use of improper fuel.
Page 235 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write to: If you are in other foreign countries, contact the nearest Ford dealership.
Page 236: Accessories
Accessories Ford Accessories for Your Vehicle Ford has many fine products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. For best results, use the following, or products of equivalent quality: A wide selection of accessories is available through your local authorized dealer.
Page 238 NOTE: When adding accessories, equipment, passengers, and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR, GAWR as shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information.
Page 239 5 watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle’s operation.) NOTE: Because we have no control over the installation, design, or manufacture of such systems, Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result if you use this equipment.
Page 243: Servicing Your Aerostar
Servicing Your Aerostar Service Made Easy Ford has two goals for servicing your vehicle. 1. When we can, we design parts that do not need to be serviced. 2. We want to make servicing your vehicle as easy as possible. To help you:...
Page 244 Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide 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 manner. Follow your community’s standards for...
Page 245 Never get under a vehicle while it is supported only by a jack. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands. Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking materials away from the battery and all fuel-related parts. If you disconnect the battery, the engine must “relearn”...
Page 246 Opening the Hood 1. Pull the hood release handle, located next to the parking brake pedal. Hood release handle 2. 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.
Page 247: Engine Compartment
To close the hood, raise it so that the support rod comes away from the slotted hole in the hood. Place the support rod in its retaining clip and close the hood with enough force to make it latch. Be sure to oil the hood latch every six months to maintain smooth operation.
Page 248 3.0L engine compartment service points...
Page 249 4.0L engine compartment service points...
Page 250 Cleaning the Engine A clean engine is more efficient because a buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator, keeping the engine warmer than usual. Extreme care must be used if a power washer is used to clean the engine. The high pressure fluid could penetrate sealed parts and assemblies causing damage or malfunctions.
Page 251: Filling The Fuel Tank
Filling the Fuel Tank Fuel filler door Opening the Fuel Filler Door Fuel filler door remote release To open the fuel filler door latch, pull on the release lever between the driver’s seat and the door. You cannot open the fuel filler door by pulling on the door itself.
Page 252 The manual release cord is attached to a T handle marked FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE — MANUAL OVERRIDE. When you pull it, the fuel filler door opens. Fuel filler door override handle Removing the fuel cap The proper instructions for removing the fuel cap are as follows: Unscrew the fuel cap by exerting pressure on the plastic lock bar and rotating the fuel cap...
Page 253 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. If you lose the fuel cap, replace it with an authorized Motorcraft or equivalent part.
Page 254 Choosing the Right Fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle. Using leaded fuel is prohibited by federal law. Your warranty may not apply if your vehicle is damaged because you used the wrong fuel. Vehicle inspection programs may detect misfueling.
Page 255 Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems when the engine is cold, it may be caused by fuel with low volatility. Try a different brand of fuel. If the condition persists, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Using a high-quality fuel makes your vehicle more responsive and maintains its good fuel economy and emissions by:...
Page 256 Reformulated fuel is also required in certain areas of the U.S. These fuels are designed to further reduce the emissions from your vehicle. Generally, you should not experience difficulties operating your vehicle on fuels containing oxygenates. We encourage you to use these fuels.
Page 257 If you are taking the medication “Antabuse” 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.
Page 258 You may occasionally hear and/or feel a slight thump occurring one or two seconds after a gentle stop. This is normal and generally occurs with the fuel tank 3/4 full. It is caused by the wave action of the fuel within the tank. Running Out of Fuel If your vehicle runs out of fuel, try to stop on level ground away from traffic.
Page 259 4. Use these equations to calculate your fuel economy: English: MPG = (total miles driven) (gallons used) Metric: L/100k = (100 x liters used) kilometers driven) Comparisons With Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Transport Canada (TC) Fuel Economy Estimates EPA and TC fuel economy figures are obtained from laboratory tests under simulated road conditions and thus are estimates which may not reflect the actual conditions you experience or...
Page 260 Engine Oil Recommendations We recommend using Motorcraft oil or an equivalent oil meeting Ford Specification ESE-M2C153-E and displaying the American Petroleum Institute CERTIFICATION MARK on the front of the container. The API Certification Mark Never use: “Non-Detergent” oils Oils labeled API SA, SB, SC, SD, SE, SF or SG...
Page 261 Checking and Adding Engine Oil Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe engine operation, check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle. Remember the engine must be off, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be parked on level ground.
Page 262: Engine Coolant
6. Carefully, pull the dipstick out again. If the oil level is below the “ADD 1 QT” line, add engine oil as necessary. If the oil level is beyond the letter “F” in Full, engine damage or high oil consumption may occur and some oil must be removed from the engine.
Page 263 RWARNING Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot. If the engine coolant has not been checked for a long period of time the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty. If the engine coolant reservoir empties, check the engine coolant level in the radiator.
Page 264 Adding Engine Coolant Adding engine coolant to reservoir RWARNING Be careful not to add engine coolant to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir - DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR.
Page 265 Ford Specification 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 use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze.
Page 266 Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, see Refill capacities for fluids in the Index.
Page 267 Engine Coolant Drain and Flush To drain your vehicle’s engine coolant: 1. Turn off the engine and let it cool. Fully depressurize the engine cooling system by covering the radiator cap with a thick cloth and turning it slowly counterclockwise to the first stop.
Page 268 3. Turn the heater (temperature and mode selection) knobs to maximum heat positions and operate the engine at fast idle (approximately 2000 RPM) for three to four minutes. 4. Shut off the engine and allow the engine to cool. Cover the radiator cap with a thick cloth and cautiously remove it.
Page 269 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 Wipers Washer Fluid Check the level of the windshield washer fluid every time you stop for fuel.
Page 270 Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below 32˚F [0˚C]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze, methanol.
Page 271 Liftgate window washer reservoir Wiper Blades Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice a year. Also check them whenever they seem less effective than usual. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Page 272 If you do not take these precautions, your tires may fail or go flat. Ford Motor Company recommends obeying posted speed limits.
Page 273 RWARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. At least once a month, check the pressure in all your vehicle’s tires, including the spare.
Page 274 Wheel Inspection and Maintenance Check for damage that would affect the runout of the wheels. Wobble or shimmy will eventually damage the wheel bearings. Front wheel bearings require periodic repacking and adjustment as specified in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet. Loose or worn front wheel bearings tend to let the vehicle wander or shimmy, and can eventually cause excessive tire wear.
Page 275 Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped) This axle provides added drive away traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one or more wheels are on a surface with poor traction. RWARNING To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire.
Page 276 Tire rotation pattern After each rotation, adjust individual tire pressure as specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Tighten wheel lug nuts to the required torque specification and retighten again after 500 miles (800 km). If your vehicle has aluminum 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...
Page 277 Replacing the Tires Replace any tires that show wear bands. When your tire shows a wear band, it has only 1/16 inch (2 mm) of tread left. Wear band Because your vehicle’s tires may wear unevenly, you may need to replace them before a wear band appears across the entire tread.
Page 278 Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity, and tread design (e.g. “All Terrain”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford. RWARNING Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires.
Page 279 Tire identification chart RWARNING Use of aftermarket wheel assemblies may damage your vehicle or cause accidents resulting in serious injuries.
Page 280 Wheel and Tire Matching See an authorized tire dealer for proper servicing procedures. Wheels and tires must be properly removed, matched and remounted to maintain the best possible ride. Snow Tires and Chains The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads that provide traction in rain or snow.
Page 281 Put the chains on tightly with the ends held down securely. Verify that no chain touches any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 mile (0.8 km). Follow the chain manufacturer’s instructions. Do not drive faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or the chain manufacturer’s recommended speed limit, whichever is lower.
Page 282 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. Battery Your vehicle may have a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery.
Page 283 If the battery needs water often, have the charging system checked. Help Us Protect Our Environment Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that used lead-acid batteries be returned to an authorized recycling facility for disposal. Battery recycling symbol Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically...
Page 284: Automatic Transmission Fluid
RWARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lit tobacco to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always cover your face and protect your eyes, and also provide ventilation.
Page 285 It is preferable to check the transmission fluid level at normal operating temperature, after approximately 20 miles (30 km) of driving. However, if necessary, you can check the fluid level without having to drive 20 miles to obtain a normal operating temperature if outside temperatures are above 50˚F (10˚C).
Page 286 When checking fluid at normal operating temperature, the fluid level should be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick. When the vehicle has not been driven, and outside temperature is above 50˚F (10˚C), the fluid level should be between the holes on the dipstick. Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid The fluid type is stamped on the dipstick.
Page 287: Brake Fluid
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke The universal joints that come standard with your vehicle do not require lubrication. If your original equipment universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will be necessary at the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet.
Page 288 If the fluid is low, carefully clean and remove the filler cap from the reservoir. Fill the reservoir to the MAX line with Ford High Performance DOT 3 Brake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AA or DOT 3 equivalent fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A.
Page 289: Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid Check the level of the power steering fluid at least twice a year (i.e., every Spring and Fall). Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid 1. Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
Page 290 Power steering dipstick Power steering reservoir Power steering reservoir...
Page 291 Do not overfill. 6. When you are finished, put the dipstick back in and make sure that it fits snugly. Use only a power steering fluid such as Ford Power Steering Fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF. If the power steering fluid is low, do not drive your vehicle for a long period of time before adding fluid.
Page 294 Fuses and their location (under instrument panel on driver’s side)
Page 299 To remove and replace a fuse, use the fuse puller provided. The side view of a fuse RWARNING Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
Page 300 Circuit Breakers If you need to check a circuit breaker, locate the fuse panel first. Otherwise, locate the circuit breaker according to the instructions on the charts given earlier in this chapter. However, you should know that the circuit breakers will reset themselves and allow the electrical parts to work again once the overload on the circuit is removed.
Page 301 The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if: oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle’s high beams when you do not have the high beams on the headlamps do not seem to give you enough light to see clearly at night the headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a position slightly down and to the right...
Page 302 Removing the headlamp bulb 1. Make sure that the headlamp switch on the instrument panel is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the screws that attach the headlamp trim to the vehicle. 3. Remove the headlamp trim. 4. Remove the four screws (two on top and two on bottom) that attach the headlamp to the vehicle.
Page 303 Installing the headlamp bulb 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.
Page 304 Removing the High-Mount Brakelamp Bulb Liftgate models To remove the brakelamp and bulb: 1. Remove the two screws from the surface of the lens. 2. After removing the screws, remove the lamp assembly. 3. Disconnect the high-mount brakelamp wiring connector. 4.
Page 305 Replacing the high-mount brakelamp bulb — liftgate models only Dual 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 not necessary to twist the socket.
Page 306 To replace/install the 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 — dual rear door models only...
Page 307 Bulb Specifications...
Page 309: Emission Control System
Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic converter which enables your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission requirements. To make sure that the catalytic converter and the other emission control parts continue to work properly: Use only unleaded fuel. Avoid running out of fuel.
Page 310 Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can increase the temperature of the engine or exhaust system. By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
Page 311 driving to complete the check” of the OBD II system. As soon as all of the OBD II system checks are successfully completed, the OBD II system is set to the ready condition. The amount of driving required to reach the ready condition varies with individual driving patterns.
Page 312 4. Drive the vehicle with a steady throttle at 45 mph (70 km/h) for 30 seconds. 5. Idle the vehicle in drive for 40 seconds. 6. Continue to drive the vehicle in city traffic at speeds between 25 and 40 mph (40-60 km/h) for 15 minutes.
Page 313 Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications Refill Capacities...
Page 315 Motorcraft Parts...
Page 316 Lubricant Specifications...
Page 320: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage Maintenance Tips If you plan on storing your vehicle for an extended period of time (60 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 possible.
Page 321 Body Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from exterior surfaces, rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders. Periodically wash vehicles stored in exposed locations. Touch-up raw or primed metal to prevent rust. Cover chrome and stainless steel parts with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent discoloration.
Page 322 Ford Gas Stabilizer should be added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days. Follow the instructions on the label. The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel system. A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel system will protect the fuel system’s inner...
Page 332: Index
Index Accessory position on the ignition ..61 Additives, engine oil ..Air bag supplemental restraint system . . . 26 and child safety seats ..34 description .
Page 333 Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ..fluid, adding ... . . fluid, checking ... . fluid, refill capacities .
Page 334 Brakes (continued) fluid, checking and adding ..fluid, refill capacities ..fluid, specifications ..front disc ....if brakes do not grip well .
Page 335 Changing a tire ... . . Charging system gauge ..82 Charging system warning light ..81 Child safety restraints .
Page 336 Cleaning your vehicle (continued) rustproofing ....safety belts ....23 tail lamps ....upholstery and interior trim .
Page 337 Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) ....Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada ..Dashboard (see Instrument panel) ..89 Daytime running light system .
Page 338 Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic sound system) ..Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system) ..Emergencies, roadside assistance ....battery acid spills .
Page 339 Entry system, illuminated ..Exhaust fumes ....71 Extended Service Plan, Ford ..Fan, engine fan, avoiding injury ..
Page 340 Foreign registration ... Four-Wheel Drive vehicles, special notice . . French owner guides, how to obtain ..Fuel ....calculating fuel economy .
Page 341 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ..Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ..Gasohol ....Gasoline (see Fuel).
Page 342 Hazard flashers ... . . Headlamps aiming ....autolamp system ... checking alignment .
Page 343 Indicator lights and chimes (see Lights) . . . 73 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..Instrument cluster ... . . 73 Instrument panel ... . . 89 cleaning .
Page 344 Lamps (continued) interior lamps ... . replacing bulbs ... . trailer ....Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) .
Page 345 Mileage, calculating fuel economy..Mirrors ....dual electric remote control ..Motorcraft parts ... . . National Highway Traffic Safety Administration .
Page 346: Roadside Emergencies
Power steering dipstick ....driving with power steering ..fluid, checking and adding ..fluid, specifications ..servicing .
Page 347 Safety defects, reporting ..Safety information relating to automotive fuels ... Safety restraints adjusting the safety belts..automatic locking mode .
Page 348 Serial number (VIN) ... . Service concerns ... . Servicing your vehicle ..precautions when servicing .
Page 349 Steering wheel horn ....locking ....61 speed controls ... . tilting .
Page 350 Trailer towing calculating maximum trailer weight . . safety chains ... . . trailer brakes ... . . trailer lamps ... . . Transmission automatic operation .
Page 351 Warm engine, starting ... 65 Warning chimes headlamps on....84 key in ignition ... . . 62 safety belt .
Page 352 Windshield, washing ..Windshield washer fluid and wipers . . . checking and adding fluid ..checking and replacing wiper blades . . liftgate reservoir ... operation .
Page 353: Service Station Information
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