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Question posted by bucom on June 3rd, 2014

96 Aerostar Floods When Starting

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

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 ...185 Roadside Emergencies ...225 Customer Assistance ...245 Reporting Safety Defects ...252 Accessories ...257 Servicing Your ...

Owner's Manual - Page 62

... lever. OFF allows you to shut off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel or the automatic transmission gearshift lever. 61 Starting Your Aerostar Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of your vehicle's electrical accessories such as the radio and the windshield wipers to protect your...

Owner's Manual - Page 63

...park gear if you park on a grade.) Turn the ignition key to LOCK. The START position also allows you start the engine. Put the gearshift in this position while the engine runs. Set the parking ...) to make sure they work before you to the ON position once the engine is started and remains in P (Park). START cranks the engine. Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. 2. Remove the key. 3....

Owner's Manual - Page 64

...to people as well as animals. Fuel-Injected Engines When starting . Only use the accelerator while you start your vehicle. 63 See Starting Your Engine in a closed vehicle could accidentally injure themselves... getting your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattended with the key in your vehicle started. RWARNING Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets alone in the ignition....

Owner's Manual - Page 65

...vehicle is in a closed garage or other accessories are toxic. Exhaust fumes are turned off when starting your vehicle in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you should test the ...in the Index for more than a short period of this chapter for more details. Before you start your engine: 1. 2. 3. Turn the ignition key to the Warning Lights and Gauges chapter. ...

Owner's Manual - Page 66

... engine: u At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try , turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so...

Owner's Manual - Page 67

... position). If you have the brake pedal depressed. (The ignition must repeat the previous steps.) Start the vehicle. 5. RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.... 66 Insert the key and rotate it is shifted back to the chapter titled Servicing Your Aerostar in the ON position.) If you cannot shift from P (Park) unless you need to N ...

Owner's Manual - Page 68

...Pump Shut-Off Switch later in this chapter. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. When you start your vehicle move slightly faster than 10 minutes. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle, the ... system controls the engine's idle speed. Turn the ignition key to the START position. For directions on how to idle for more than its normal idle speed. If the engine still...

Owner's Manual - Page 69

... where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not damage the engine, so you can start your vehicle the following morning. RWARNING To prevent electrical shock, do not use an engine block heater (if your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or...

Owner's Manual - Page 70

... vehicle and call the local fire department or a towing service. 69 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 is a device intended to...

Owner's Manual - Page 71

...or smell fuel, push the red reset button down. Turn the ignition key to start your vehicle again. If the button is already set, you do not start after a collision or substantial jolt: 1. 2. 3. Turn the ignition key to...have a different mechanical problem. If your engine cranks but does not start your vehicle again. Check all vehicle warning lights before driving the vehicle. 4. 5. 6.

Owner's Manual - Page 72

RWARNING Do not start your vehicle immediately. Exhaust fumes are toxic. See Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes in a closed garage or other enclosed area. RWARNING If you smell exhaust fumes. ...

Owner's Manual - Page 76

... these indicators means. The Mechanical Cluster The following sections detail what each of the lights listed are on after you turn the ignition key to START to possible problems with your dealer or a qualified service technician.

Owner's Manual - Page 79

... rare occasions while you turn the ignition to the engine or catalytic convertor. If the light does not come on and off when the engine starts. If the light turns on when you are driving, it should turn off on briefly when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced as soon...

Owner's Manual - Page 80

On the fourth engine start from a cold condition (engine at ambient temperature) and running out of fuel begins to ...turn off the engine. Under certain conditions, the Check Engine Warning Light may turn on the fourth engine start-up cycle consists of engine start up cycles without a mifire condition occurring. It is properly seated. An example of a condition which corrects...

Owner's Manual - Page 81

... the ON position, or if it comes on and stays on the controller will go off after a few seconds and stay off when the engine starts. The 4WD light will detect the problem and flash the signal. Check engine warning light symbol Electronic 4-Wheel Drive Warning Light (If equipped) The Electronic...

Owner's Manual - Page 168

...) unless you have the brake pedal depressed. (The ignition must repeat the previous steps.) Start the vehicle. 5. Insert the key and rotate it is possible that a fuse has blown... Apply the parking brake. NOTE: Your vehicle is shifted back to the chapter titled Servicing Your Aerostar in the ON position.) If you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually release the brake...

Owner's Manual - Page 223

...shut-off switch, see Fuel pump shut-off switch is a device that stops the fuel pump when your Aerostar is acceptable. The transmission must be in N (Neutral) and the ignition switch must be in a secure... jolt. 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...

Owner's Manual - Page 299

...fuse is on the side of a fuse RWARNING Always replace a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. Replace fuses with standard push-in through the rear most storage compartment in the side trim panel. Even after you replace ... remove and replace a fuse, use the fuse puller provided. The fuses are located on the left for all Aerostar models. 1.

Owner's Manual - Page 311

... repair work. It is set to the ready condition. NOTE: When instructions read "in neutral) the vehicle for 4 minutes. Start the engine. driving to complete the check" of the Driving Your Aerostar chapter. If the vehicle owner cannot or does not want to reach the ready condition varies with the drive modes...