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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+

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Vehicle: 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Passenger Cars

Prior to disconnecting battery, record preset radio frequencies.

After the battery has been disconnected and connected again, abnormal drive conditions may be present while the powertrain control module relearns its adaptive strategy. The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles or more to relearn the strategy.

Aspire
  • Disconnect battery ground cable and isolate.
  • Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  • Remove four driver's side air bag module mounting bolts.
  • Disconnect driver's side air bag module...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Combination Valve -> Height Sensing Proportioning Valve -> Hydraulic Control Valves -> Integral Bypass Proportioning Valve -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Master Cylinder

The master cylinder consists primarily of a hydraulic cylinder, primary and secondary hydraulic pistons and a single or dual chamber fluid reservoir. The front brakes are connected to the primary outlet port(s) and are actuated by the primary piston assembly. The rear brakes are connected to the secondary outlet port and are actuated by the secondary piston assembly.

Hydraulic Control Valves

Combination Valve

This multi-function hydraulic control unit consists primarily of a pressure differential valve, brake lamp warning switch and a proportioning valve. A pressure diff...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1994-97 Aerostar -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 30,0...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Install -> Rear -> Remove
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Front

Remove
  • Mark driveshaft and axle companion flanges as well as driveshaft boot and transfer case front output, so driveshaft can be reinstalled in same position.
  • Release the low-profile clamp on driveshaft boot with boot clamp pliers tool No. D87P-1090-A or equivalent and free boot from transfer case.
  • Remove axle snubber from beneath pinion.
  • Remove four bolts retaining front driveshaft to front axle companion flange.
  • Remove nuts from transmission mount studs in front crossmember.
  • Raise (jack) transfer case so transmission mount studs are almost out of front crossmember.
  • Slide dr...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Disconnect starter relay to starter electrical cable.
  • Remove starter motor ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Check Gauge Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1994 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

This indicator should light if any of the following conditions appear:

  • Engine oil pressure drops below approxi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet tube.
  • Remove rubber radiator overflow hose.
  • Remove fan using a suitable tool, then remove fan and shroud.
  • Remove upper and lower radiator hoses from radiator.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmis...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise tensioner by turning counterclockwise, then remove belt.
  • Install new be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Components Diagram for 1992 Ford Aerostar  4.0 V6 GASEngine Components Diagram for 1992 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Coil
  • Low Oil Level Switch
  • Connector C-158
  • Connector C-160
  • Variable Reluctance Sensor
  • 3.0L Engine & Transmission Diagram for 1997 Ford Aerostar  3.0 V6 GAS3.0L Engine & Transmission Diagram for 1997 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Right Heated Oxygen Sensor
  • Radio Noise Capacitor
  • EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1992 Ford Aerostar  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1992 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cigar Lighter
  • Horn Relay
  • Rear Cigar Lighter
  • Horn Switch
  • Instrument Panel
  • 1986 Ford Aerostar  2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1986 Ford Aerostar 2.8 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Speed Sensor
  • Fuel Gauge Sender
  • Speed Control Amplifier
  • Engine Coolant Temperature Sender
  • Trip computer
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE - TIRE COMPANY PHONE #'S - REV
    Vehicle: 1997 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: RADIO ANTENNA - LOOSE - INADEQUATE REINFORCEMENT
    Vehicle: 1986 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Warping
  • Auto Systems:
  • Entertainment: Stereo, Radio, Cassettes
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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