1996 FORD AEROSTAR cooling

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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
File:15cpsva.ex
Update:Tue Aug 29 17:51:51 1995

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[SV58000(ALL)01/95]
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.
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[SV58100(ALL)01/95]
A volatile corrosion inhibitor added to the fuel
system will protect the fuel system's inner
surfaces from corrosion. Follow the instructions
packaged with the product.
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[SV58200(ALL)01/95]
Cooling system
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[SV58300(ALL)01/95]
q
Protect against freezing temperatures.
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[SV58400(ALL)01/95]
Battery
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[SV58500(ALL)01/95]
q
Check and recharge as necessary.
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[SV58600(ALL)01/95]
q
Keep connections clean and covered with a
light coat of grease.
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[SV58700(ALL)01/95]
Brakes
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[SV58800(ALL)01/95]
q
Make sure brakes and parking brake are fully
released.
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[SV58900(ALL)01/95]
Tires
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[SV59000(ALL)05/95]
q
Maintain recommended air pressure.
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[SV59100(ALL)01/95]
Miscellaneous
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[SV59200(ALL)01/95]
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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers and
clevis pins under vehicle are covered with
grease to prevent rust.
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[SV59300(ALL)03/95]
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Move vehicles at least 25 feet (8 m) every 15
days to lubricate working parts and prevent
corrosion.
File:15cpsva.ex
Update:Tue Aug 29 17:51:51 1995