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Where Is The Dipstick For The Power Steering Fluid On 1996 Ford Aerostar

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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 30

...Safety Seats for brochure FPS-8602. For additional important safety information on the steering wheel or in front seat areas that may increase the risk of personal injury... System Operates The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System consists of a collision. Failure to Ford's brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which connects the components...

Owner's Manual - Page 33

... is turned on the instrument cluster and a tone to indicate the condition of the system. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. A problem with a diagnostic module, which controls a readiness lamp and a... the air bag electrical system, the air bag readiness light, the air bag power, and the air bag inflators. NOTE: Maintenance of the air bag system is not required....

Owner's Manual - Page 62

...engine is not running. LOCK is stuck in the ignition lock cylinder. Starting Your Aerostar Ignition Understanding the Positions of the Ignition The positions of your vehicle's electrical accessories... the LOCK position and will not turn, move your steering wheel left or right until the key turns freely. LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever. OFF allows you to shut off...

Owner's Manual - Page 92

... at any time for your Ford vehicle. For a constant spray, keep the knob pushed in the end of the turn signal lever toward or away from delivering fluid to three cycles before you release...off (if wipers were off) or returning to the interval operation you cannot see Windshield washer fluid and Wipers in a collision. RWARNING In freezing weather, the washer solution may adversely affect ...

Owner's Manual - Page 93

... when the OVERDRIVE OFF button is mounted on the steering column. Overdrive off button OVERDRIVE OFF Light on Gearshift Lever This light indicates the operating range of the gearshift lever is the OVERDRIVE OFF button. Gearshift Lever The gearshift lever on your Aerostar is depressed. 112 For additional information about the gearshift...

Owner's Manual - Page 131

...once will remain in the display to select the desired frequency band. However, if the radio power is turned back on . Also, some of the knobs and buttons control several different functions... the (+/ ) end of the operating instructions carefully. These functions are used with the Ford Compact Disc Player. Compact Disc Radio The Compact Disc Radio combines the Electronic Stereo Radio ...

Owner's Manual - Page 137

... The volume, bass, treble, balance and fader controls on Your New Compact Disc Player Your new Ford Compact Disc Player is capable of the CD player will either the bottom (b) half of the "...later.) Once a disc is on ("C") are also used with the CD player. The Player operates when the power is inserted, operation of playing 12 cm or 8 cm discs, without an adapter. Handle the disc by...

Owner's Manual - Page 141

... disc and resume radio operation of your audio system. NOTE: You can eject the disc while the radio power and/or ignition is on or off. u Do not expose the disc to the edges. 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: u Always handle the disc by wiping from the ...

Owner's Manual - Page 167

...-mounted gearshift RWARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you do not hold the brake pedal down, your Ford dealer as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to promote durability. You can put the gearshift...injure someone. 186 If the Overdrive Off Indicator Light is on the steering column. gearshift lever, may move the gearshift lever from position to position.

Owner's Manual - Page 171

RWARNING Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is securely latched in P (Park). Power Braking Increasing the engine speed above idle without vehicle movement (such as holding the brake) in transmission overheat, malfunction or fluid expulsion. 190 NOTE: Continued operation in the stall condition can result in a forward or reverse gear causes transmission...

Owner's Manual - Page 172

... possible damage. Because the entire E-4WD system is controlled by a microprocessor, your driving needs. If the power steering system breaks down the road, have the power steering system checked. If the spokes of effort needed to help steer your vehicle. The microprocessor does all four wheels whenever you . 191 It improves both handling and traction...

Owner's Manual - Page 175

...stop, for low brake fluid in the common brake fluid reservoir. Rear Anti-lock Brakes Your vehicle is made up on any surface, even on roads with a fluid level sensor. Hydraulic Power Brakes The hydraulic brake... circuits. One hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to the front disc brakes and the other hydraulic circuit supplies fluid to lose steering control of steering control.

Owner's Manual - Page 288

...on the outside of the plastic reservoir - have the brake system inspected. NOTE: If brake fluid is low, carefully clean and remove the filler cap from the reservoir. Do not fill the ... you will cause permanent damage 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. RWARNING Do not let the reservoir for...

Owner's Manual - Page 289

... assembly is near the center of the dipstick, opposite the side marked FULL COLD. Start the engine and let it run until the power steering fluid reaches normal operating temperature. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel back and forth several times. Power Steering Fluid Check the level of the power steering fluid at this time. Turn the engine off...

Owner's Manual - Page 291

... only a power steering fluid such as Ford Power Steering Fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF. The reading will not work. 313 Fuses Fuses and circuit breakers protect your vehicle's electrical system from the reservoir cap or in your vehicle. If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit, all the parts of your vehicle are finished, put the dipstick back in...

Owner's Manual - Page 337

..., reporting ...Defrost, rear window ...Dipstick automatic transmission fluid . . engine oil ...power steering fluid ...Disabled vehicle (see Instrument panel) . Dispute Settlement Board ...Doors ...door ajar warning light ...lubricant specifications...Driving under special conditions . Customer Assistance Center, Ford (U.S.) ...247 Customer Assistance Centre, Ford of Canada ...247, 253...

Owner's Manual - Page 339

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Owner's Manual - Page 346

... . 297 S Safe driving tips ...Safety belts (see Electronic sound systems) . Safety Compliance Certification Label ...198 . . 11 . 219 . . 5 Index 373 Power steering dipstick ...driving with power steering fluid, checking and adding fluid, specifications ...servicing ...Prop rod, hood ... ... ... ... ... ... ... 311 191 311 338 191 268 R Radio (see Safety restraints) ...Safety chains, when...

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 1st Printing - Page 51

... leaks or damage. At least monthly: u Check coolant level in the operation of your vehicle for oil, coolant, or other fluid drips. At least twice a year: (i.e., every Spring and Fall) u Check power steering fluid level. u If any slipping or changes in the coolant recovery reservoir. u Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. nuts. u Flush...