1996 FORD AEROSTAR warning

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[SV09950(ALL)08/95]
Reformulated fuel is also required in certain
areas of the U.S. These fuels are designed to
further reduce the emissions from your vehicle.
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[SV10000(ALL)06/95]
Generally, you should not experience difficulties
operating your vehicle on fuels containing
oxygenates. We encourage you to use these
fuels.
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[SV10185(ALL)06/95]
Safety Information Relating to Automotive
Fuels
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[SV10195(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Automotive fuels can cause serious injury
or death if misused or mishandled.
[SV10198(ALL)08/95]
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Turn vehicle off when refueling.
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[SV10202(ALL)07/95]
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Do not smoke when refueling. Fuels are
extremely flammable.
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[SV10206(ALL)07/95]
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Do not siphon any fuel by mouth.
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[SV10208(ALL)07/95]
RWARNING
Gasoline or gasoline blended with
methanol can cause blindness and
possible death when swallowed. If any
fuel is swallowed, call a physician or
poison control center immediately.
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[SV10209(ALL)07/95]
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Avoid breathing vapors while refueling.
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[SV10211(ALL)07/95]
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If fuel is splashed on the skin, wash with
soap and water.
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[SV10213(ALL)07/95]
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If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact
lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15
minutes, and seek medical attention.
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[SV10215(ALL)07/95]
Gasoline and gasoline blends may contain small
amounts of carcinogens, such as benzene.
Long-term exposure to unleaded gasoline vapors
has caused cancer in laboratory animals.
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[SV10230(ALL)08/95]
If you are taking the medication ªAntabuseº 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. Consult
a physician promptly if you experience an
adverse reaction.
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[SV10300(ALL)02/95]
Filling the fuel tank
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[SV10400(ALL)04/94]
RWARNING
Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure
in an overfilled tank may cause leakage
and lead to fuel spray and fire.
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[SV10500(ALL)01/95]
To fill the fuel tank properly:
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[SV10550(ALL)01/95]
NOTE: Extinguish all lit cigarettes, other
smoking materials, and any open
flames before fueling your vehicle.
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[SV10600(ALL)01/95]
1. Remove the fuel cap by following the
instructions above underRemoving the Fuel
Capin this chapter. Proceed to add fuel to
the tank only if your vehicle is on level
ground.
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[SV10700(ALL)05/95]
2. Make sure that you pump unleaded fuel and
put the nozzle all the way inside the fuel
filler pipe.
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[SV10800(ALL)08/95]
3. If you spill any fuel on the body of your
vehicle, clean it off immediately. The fuel
may dull or soften the paint if you do not
wash it off.
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[SV10900(ALL)08/95]
4. Replace the fuel cap completely when you
are finished. Turn it clockwise 1/4 turn until
it is fully tight. It will click when it is fully
tightened.
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RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap
while the engine is running or hot.
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[SV17750(ALL)03/95]
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. Read the following warnings
before removing the radiator cap. If it is
necessary to fill the radiator, refer to theEngine
Coolant Refill Procedurein this chapter for
instructions.
[SV17765(ALL)08/95]
1. Before you remove the radiator cap, turn the
engine off and let it cool. Even when the
engine is cool, be careful when you remove
the radiator cap.
[SV17770(ALL)05/95]
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth
around the cap and turn it slowly
counterclockwise to the first stop.
[SV17775(ALL)03/95]
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
[SV17780(ALL)03/95]
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has
been released, use the cloth to turn and
remove cap.
[SV17785(ALL)03/95]
5. Stand away from the radiator opening. Hot
steam may blow out or hot engine coolant
may even splash out.
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286 [SV17950(ALL)08/95]Adding Engine Coolant
[SV18000(ALL)08/95]
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Adding engine coolant to reservoir
[SV20075()08/95]
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.
[SV20100()08/95]
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. Add straight water only in
an emergency, but you should replace it with a
50/50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as
soon as possible.
[SV20125()08/95]
Check the coolant level in the coolant recovery
reservoir the next few times you drive the
vehicle. If necessary, add enough of a 50/50
mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid
level to the fill line on the reservoir.
[SV20150()08/95]
RWARNING
Never remove the coolant recovery cap
while the engine is running or hot.
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[SV22620(ALL)06/95]
In order to bleed the cooling system properly
after initial fill with coolant, it might need up
to five cycles of:
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[SV22630(ALL)06/95]
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heating up the system (thermostat open)
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[SV22640(ALL)06/95]
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making sure coolant is at least up to the
cold fill mark of overflow bottle
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[SV22650(ALL)06/95]
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letting the coolant cool down (engine
coolant temperature gauge below the N of
NORMAL)
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[SV22660(ALL)06/95]
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topping off the coolant overflow bottle to
the cold fill mark
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[SV22680(ALL)06/95]
If coolant loss continues after 7,500 miles
(12,000 km), consult your Ford Dealer.
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[SV22700(ALL)03/95]
Windshield Washer Fluid and
Wipers
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[SV22800(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid
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[SV22900(ALL)01/95]
Check the level of the windshield washer fluid
every time you stop for fuel. The reservoir for
the windshield washer fluid is located in the
engine compartment.
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[SV23300(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Do not put windshield washer fluid in the
container for the engine coolant.
[SV23400(ALL)01/89]
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Windshield washer reservoir
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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.
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[SV26100(ALL)05/95]
At least once a month, check the pressure in all
your vehicle's tires, including the spare. Use an
accurate tire pressure gauge. Check the tire
pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle
has been parked for at least one hour or has
been driven less than 3 miles (5 km). You can
find proper cold pressure and load limits of
recommended size tires on the Safety
Compliance Certification Label.
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[SV26150(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle
handling and can fail suddenly, possibly
resulting in loss of vehicle control.
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[SV26200(ALL)08/95]
Tire Inspection and Maintenance
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[SV26300(ALL)02/95]
Inspect the tire treads, and remove stones, nails,
glass or other objects that may be wedged in the
tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may
permit air to leak from the tire, and make the
necessary repairs.
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[SV26400(ALL)10/89]
Inspect the tire side walls for cuts, bruises and
other damage. If you suspect internal damage to
the tire, have it demounted and checked. You
may need to repair or replace it.
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[SV26410(ALL)07/95]
Wheel Inspection and Maintenance
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[SV26420(ALL)11/89]
Check for damage that would affect the runout
of the wheels. Wobble or shimmy will eventually
damage the wheel bearings.
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[SV26430(ALL)06/93]
Front wheel bearings require periodic repacking
and adjustment as specified in theMaintenance
Schedule and Recordbooklet. Loose or worn front
wheel bearings tend to let the vehicle wander or
shimmy, and can eventually cause excessive tire
wear.
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[SV26435(ALL)06/95]
Whenever a wheel is removed and then
re-installed, always remove any corrosion that
may be present on the mounting surface of the
wheel and/or the surface of the hub, drum or
rotor that contacts the wheel.
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[SV26440(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Installing wheels without good
metal-to-metal contact at the wheel
mounting surface can cause the wheel lug
nuts to loosen and could allow the wheel
to come off while the vehicle is in motion.
[SV26447(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
On-vehicle wheel balancing will cause
damage to the drivetrain of E-4WD
Aerostars.
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[SV26450(ALL)03/95]
Traction-Lok Rear Axle (If equipped)
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[SV26460(ALL)03/95]
This axle provides added drive away traction on
slippery surfaces, particularly when one or more
wheels are on a surface with poor traction.
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[SV26470(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
To avoid injury, never run the engine
with one wheel off the ground, such as
when changing a tire.
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[SV26500(ALL)02/95]
Tire Rotation
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[SV26600(ALL)03/95]
Because your vehicle's front and rear tires
perform different jobs, they often wear
differently. To make sure your tires wear evenly
and last longer, rotate them at the mileage
shown in theMaintenance Schedule and Record
booklet which came with your vehicle.
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[SV26700(ALL)07/92]
Rotate the tires according to the following
diagram. If you notice that the tires wear
unevenly, have them checked. If your light truck
has a temporary spare tire, do not include it in
the tire rotation pattern.
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[SV26750(ALL)03/90]
In situations where the tires differ from front to
rear (snow/traction), simply rotate using a side
to side pattern.
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